On 2007-02-02, John gave this Raimundo Classical Guitar a 5...(12647)
History: First studied classical guitar in the mid 70's. Dropped out of the music scene altogether a decade later, but now am back and practicing seriously again. Need to get back where I was 20 years ago!
Purchase: Sam Ash. $799 was their regular price, but they had a special discount on all gear one weekend and acquired it for $699! Even testing similar models at other shops by notable makers like Cordoba, Rodriguez and even a student Ramirez model, but this all solid cedar-top Raimundo blew them away.
Pros: Normally it's difficult to find an all-solid guitar for this price. And to have such an excellent sound it was hard to resist. Supposedly a 'handcrafted' guitar from Valencia Spain. Good worksmanship!
Cons: Some of the guitars Sam Ash had in the back room(as opposed to what's on display) had notable buzzing and dead frets, possibly due to nut/bridge or action misalignment. Nothing too seriously that can't be adjusted. In fact, I have found this to be the case with nearly all makers when I tested guitars out. A buyer must make sure to test EVERYTHING out on the guitar. Every fret too!
Quality: Solid building. No blemishes to speak of, especially for their price range. I almos always find some binding problems on other makers costing a lot more. Not here.
Summary: The action is ideal and bridge off center which is what is normally found on quality guitars. Mine was a cedar top and it has a definite characteristic not always found even on guitars costing a lot more. For $500 more one can get the 148, but the sound, materials were virtually the same - though it did have ebony neck reinforcement and a free $100 case. Don't know if it's worth $500 more or not. Truthfully, the cheaper Raimundo $500 models sounded just as good though they have laminated backsides. Workmanship and sound were just as good. But for an all-solid guitar with ebondy fingerboard and solid rosewood, Raimundo can't be beat.
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On 2003-12-30, crisp, clear and soothing sound gave this Raimundo Classical Guitar a 4...(7245)
Purchase: I did not acquire the instrument. I test it in the Paramus Store.
Pros: It is well built and has an excellent action. I like the design of the fretboard (wood, width and finish. Magnificent resonance.
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Summary: I am seriuosly thinking in purchasing the guitar.
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