{"product_id":"daniel-friederich-1967","title":"Daniel Friederich 1967","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eThere is something unmistakable about the 1960s Friederich guitars. They sit closer to the great Spanish tradition, with a sound that is a bit more raw, vocal, and unfiltered compared to his later, more reserved concert instruments. This 1967 recital model is a particularly special example from that era, and has actually been documented in a 2016 article by Richard Brun that discusses Friederich’s work in detail and highlights this very guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eLightweight, responsive, and incredibly alive under the hands, it feels closer to Santos Hernández or Miguel Rodríguez than to the darker, more “contained” Friederichs from the 70s and 80s. You can really dig in and the guitar answers immediately, but it also has a wonderfully sweet, lyrical side when you back off and let it sing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eFor collectors, the documented history and exceptional state of preservation make this a very special opportunity. For players, it is simply a deeply inspiring, musical instrument that you feel vibrating against your chest on every note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1967\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recital model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spruce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eBack and sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 fan, Torres inspired pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eScale length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eNut width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slimmer, C shaped profile typical of his 1960s work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rodgers tuning machines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eBody construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight build from the pre double sided era\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eRosette and tie block:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Daniel Friederich mosaic motif on both rosette and tie block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eSound and Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eThese 1960s Friederichs have a very particular voice that many players fall in love with. This guitar is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eOpen and immediate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sound comes out of the instrument right away. Unlike some of the later Friederichs where the note “blooms” more slowly, this one responds almost instantly under the right hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003eSpanish, raw, and expressive:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is a slightly more aggressive, gutsy character here that feels closer to the great Spanish guitars of the mid 20th century. You can lean into the string and get a powerful, throaty attack, or relax and bring out a very sweet, singing color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003eChimey trebles with rich overtones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first string especially has that bell like, chimey quality that Friederich is so loved for, with beautiful harmonic content and a very vocal singing line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003eBalanced, characterful basses:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fourth, fifth, and sixth strings have a punchy, almost “boomy” presence when you want it, yet they remain clear and supportive, never muddy. They give the guitar that sense of depth and “earth shaking” growl that you feel in your chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003eOverall, it is one of those instruments where you feel every note resonate physically through the body of the guitar and into you as you play. It is highly expressive at low volume and has plenty of headroom when you push it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3205\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3207\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003eFor a guitar built in the 1960s, the condition is truly impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"4358\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3300\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spruce top in excellent condition with only light marks and nail traces in the expected areas. No string dings or string slips along the bridge area, and even the usual “string touch” marks behind the bridge are minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003eBack and sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian rosewood back and sides are in very good condition, showing only minor surface wear and small scratches consistent with careful use over decades. No cracks observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"4056\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3723\" data-end=\"4056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3723\" data-end=\"3748\"\u003eNeck and playability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comfortable, slightly slimmer C shaped neck that feels very accessible in the left hand. Action is low and easy to play, with approximate measurements of around 3.75 to 4 mm on the bass side and 2.75 to 3 mm on the treble side at the 12th fret, offering an ideal balance between comfort and dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4358\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4086\"\u003eHeadstock and hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Friederich head design without engraved plates as seen on his concert models, giving this recital model a more modest and understated visual presentation. The guitar is fitted with elegant Rodgers tuners that suit the instrument perfectly and function smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4474\"\u003eThis is a beautifully preserved, structurally sound example that has clearly been treasured and well looked after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4479\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4481\" data-end=\"4512\"\u003eProvenance and Documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4514\" data-end=\"4959\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4514\" data-end=\"4677\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4677\"\u003eFeatured in a 2016 article by Richard Brune that discusses the work of Daniel Friederich and specifically includes this 1967 recital model as a notable example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4678\" data-end=\"4829\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4680\" data-end=\"4829\"\u003eRepresents an important period in Friederich’s output, right around the time of his retirement from active building being discussed and documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4830\" data-end=\"4959\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4832\" data-end=\"4959\"\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire a historically significant, fully documented 1960s Friederich in outstanding playing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4961\" data-end=\"4964\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4966\" data-end=\"4992\"\u003eAbout Daniel Friederich\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4994\" data-end=\"5310\"\u003eDaniel Friederich is one of the most influential luthiers of the 20th century, revered by players and collectors alike. His instruments have been used by many of the world’s leading guitarists, and his work represents a bridge between the great Spanish tradition and a more modern, refined French school of lutherie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5312\" data-end=\"5668\"\u003eThe 1960s period in particular is highly sought after by many players because the guitars retain a more overtly “Spanish” character. They are lighter, more immediate and raw in their response, and have a certain directness and vocal quality that feels incredibly alive. This 1967 recital model is an ideal example of that aesthetic, in both sound and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5670\" data-end=\"5673\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5675\" data-end=\"5764\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"5733\" data-end=\"5762\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"5735\" data-end=\"5760\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-d46pasyz.svg#304883\" fill=\"currentColor\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"5890\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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