{"product_id":"daniel-friederich-1978-no-476","title":"Daniel Friederich 1978 No. 476","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rzkdgm\" data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"204\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eThere is an unmistakable quality to every truly great Daniel Friederich guitar from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eIt is something in the way the notes seem to \u003cem data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"358\"\u003eblossom\u003c\/em\u003e out of the instrument. The way each tone blooms and expands gives these guitars a regal, deeply sophisticated character that is extraordinarily difficult to find elsewhere in the classical guitar world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"602\"\u003e1978 Daniel Friederich No. 476\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stunning example from one of the most sought-after periods of Friederich’s output. By this time, Friederich had fully developed many of the design characteristics that would define his mature instruments, including his use of \u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"853\"\u003elaminated sides\u003c\/strong\u003e, contributing to the remarkable richness, projection, and complexity these guitars are celebrated for today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eBuilt with a glowing cedar top and beautiful Indian rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers exactly what players dream of when they imagine an exceptional Friederich: lyrical trebles, explosive yet controlled basses, flawless balance, and a responsiveness that makes music feel almost effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eAnd then there is something impossible to ignore: this guitar simply feels alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eThe notes connect into one another with an ease and elegance that creates a nearly orchestral aura around the player. It is one of those rare instruments where you genuinely feel like you can do no harm musically. Everything flows naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eQuite honestly, this is a dreamboat of a guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xn2kfn\" data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daniel Friederich\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003cbr data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eNumber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 476\u003cbr data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar\u003cbr data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Rosewood\u003cbr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven Fan Bracing with Cedar Braces\u003cbr data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eSides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laminated Sides\u003cbr data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Fustero Tuners\u003cbr data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Polish (professionally touched up)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eStrings: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eD’Addario XTC45FF\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the first string replaced by a high tension Pro Arte nylon first string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2199\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\"\u003eD’Addario XTC45FF Strings\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 fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-45720d6d.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a9b00h\" data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eAesthetics \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eDaniel Friederich’s craftsmanship remains among the most refined and instantly recognizable in the history of modern classical guitar making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003eThe cedar top on this example possesses that characteristic glowing amber-orange hue so often associated with Friederich’s shellac finish work. In person, the visual effect is mesmerizing. The guitar immediately communicates that you are holding something extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003eThe Indian rosewood back and sides are especially elegant here, showing a lighter and highly attractive set of rosewood with wonderful depth and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eThe classic Friederich rosette is present both around the soundhole and echoed again at the tie block, one of the subtle but beautiful touches that helped define his instruments aesthetically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003eThe headstock is equally striking, featuring Friederich’s iconic concert model design with intricate center inlay work and beautifully executed slot detailing. It is genuinely one of those headstocks that feels even more impressive in person than in photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3383\"\u003eThis guitar also retains its highly sought-after \u003cstrong data-start=\"3314\" data-end=\"3341\"\u003eoriginal Fustero tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e, which function beautifully and smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3692\"\u003eInside the guitar, the craftsmanship is exactly what one hopes to see from a great Friederich of this era: his traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3555\"\u003eseven fan bracing pattern with cedar braces\u003c\/strong\u003e, executed with the precision and scientific attention to detail that made him one of the most respected makers of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3694\" data-end=\"3756\"\u003eAnd yes, perhaps the most unexpected detail of all: the aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3758\" data-end=\"4016\"\u003eThis guitar smells absolutely heavenly. Whether it is the aged cedar, the Indian rosewood, or simply decades of natural aging interacting together, the result is unforgettable. Among the countless great guitars we have handled, this one genuinely stands out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4021\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xnijqe\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4031\"\u003eSound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4033\" data-end=\"4080\"\u003eThe sound of this guitar is simply exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4082\" data-end=\"4378\"\u003eEvery great Friederich possesses that special blooming quality to the notes, but this example demonstrates it at an especially high level. Notes do not merely project outward. They unfold, expand, and connect into each other in a way that creates tremendous depth and sophistication in the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4436\"\u003eThe overall voice is rich, colorful, and deeply musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4664\"\u003eThe basses are exactly what one hopes for from a mature Friederich: powerful, open, and commanding, while still maintaining refinement and control. They possess tremendous presence without ever becoming clumsy or overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4666\" data-end=\"4722\"\u003eThe trebles are where the magic becomes truly addictive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4724\" data-end=\"5049\"\u003eWhile Friederich guitars are often associated with a sweet, chocolatey warmth, this guitar also possesses remarkable shimmer, clarity, and brilliance. The first string sings effortlessly with beautiful sustain and transparency, while the second string may genuinely be one of the finest we have encountered on any Friederich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5051\" data-end=\"5131\"\u003eQuite frankly, this is the sort of guitar that could ruin other guitars for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5133\" data-end=\"5345\"\u003eThe balance and evenness across the strings are extraordinary. The fourth and fifth strings share nearly identical tonal character, making musical phrasing feel incredibly predictable and natural under the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5347\" data-end=\"5615\"\u003ePerhaps most impressively, this guitar rewards musical risk-taking. It responds beautifully to a huge variety of right-hand colors and articulations. It can produce an incredibly sweet and gentle sound, yet remains intensely responsive and alive under stronger attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5617\" data-end=\"5644\"\u003eEvery note feels energized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5646\" data-end=\"5822\"\u003eIt straddles this beautiful line between warmth and responsiveness. It never feels sleepy or overly soft. Instead, every note feels active, blooming, and connected to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5824\" data-end=\"5978\"\u003eThis is also one of those rare guitars where you can truly hear the notes ring into each other, building layers of color and complexity as phrases unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5980\" data-end=\"6110\"\u003eIt is the kind of guitar that reminds the player why Friederich remains one of the most revered names in classical guitar history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6112\" data-end=\"6115\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7c24kj\" data-start=\"6117\" data-end=\"6131\"\u003ePlayability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6133\" data-end=\"6334\"\u003eThe guitar is currently set up with very low action while still maintaining excellent clarity and headroom. There is also plenty of remaining saddle height and an excellent break angle over the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6336\" data-end=\"6462\"\u003eDespite the low setup, the guitar can be driven aggressively without buzzing and responds beautifully to a wide dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6464\" data-end=\"6686\"\u003eThis is very much the type of guitar that rewards proper right-hand technique and projection into the soundhole. When the string is sent deeply into the guitar, the instrument responds with remarkable richness and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6688\" data-end=\"6883\"\u003eThe neck profile is very much in line with what one expects from Friederich during this period: a comfortable slightly thicker D-shaped neck that feels substantial yet highly natural in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6885\" data-end=\"6986\"\u003eThe traditional 650mm scale and 53.5mm nut width combination feels wonderfully balanced and familiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6988\" data-end=\"6991\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"6993\" data-end=\"7005\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7007\" data-end=\"7080\"\u003eFor a guitar built in 1978, this example remains in remarkable condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7082\" data-end=\"7176\"\u003eMost importantly, the guitar is completely \u003cstrong data-start=\"7125\" data-end=\"7139\"\u003ecrack free\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the top, back, and sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7178\" data-end=\"7463\"\u003eThe cedar top shows surprisingly little nail wear overall, especially considering the instrument’s age. There are scattered small marks and signs of normal use throughout the guitar, exactly what one hopes to see on a well-loved concert instrument rather than an over-restored example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7465\" data-end=\"7521\"\u003eThe back and sides remain beautifully preserved as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7523\" data-end=\"7861\"\u003eOver time, areas of the original French polish experienced normal wear from decades of playing and contact with the body, and portions of the finish were professionally touched up some years ago by a respected industry specialist. The work was very well executed, and today the guitar presents beautifully with a rich, glowing appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7863\" data-end=\"7901\"\u003eStructurally, the guitar is excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7903\" data-end=\"7965\"\u003eThe original Fustero tuners function wonderfully and smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"7967\" data-end=\"7970\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ixji51\" data-start=\"7972\" data-end=\"7997\"\u003eHistorical Perspective\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7999\" data-end=\"8114\"\u003eDaniel Friederich is widely regarded as one of the most important classical guitar makers of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8116\" data-end=\"8329\"\u003eStrongly influenced by the French tradition stemming from Robert Bouchet, Friederich ultimately developed a voice and design philosophy entirely his own: powerful yet elegant, deeply refined yet highly responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8331\" data-end=\"8549\"\u003eBy the late 1970s, Friederich had fully entered what many players and collectors consider his golden period. Instruments from this era remain among the most desirable and collectible modern classical guitars ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8551\" data-end=\"8590\"\u003eThis 1978 example captures exactly why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8592\" data-end=\"8792\"\u003eThe combination of the laminated sides, mature cedar voice, refined craftsmanship, and astonishing tonal sophistication creates a musical experience that is difficult to replicate in any other guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8794\" data-end=\"8903\"\u003eIf you have never experienced a truly great Friederich, this guitar would be an extraordinary place to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8905\" data-end=\"9064\"\u003eAnd if you already know these instruments well, we strongly believe this guitar would still bring something uniquely special to even a very serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"9066\" data-end=\"9069\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9071\" data-end=\"9103\"\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9105\" data-end=\"9188\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003ca data-start=\"9163\" data-end=\"9188\" 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 fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-45720d6d.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9190\" data-end=\"9314\" 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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