{"product_id":"daniel-friederich-1981-no-525-cedar-indian-rosewood","title":"Daniel Friederich 1981 (No. 525) – Cedar \/ Indian Rosewood","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eAny day you get to sit with a guitar by the legendary French luthier \u003cstrong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eDaniel Friederich\u003c\/strong\u003e is a remarkable one, but this 1981 concert model (No. 525) left a particularly deep impression. Guitars from this early 1980s period are among the most celebrated of his career. They balance the noble, lyrical voice that Friederich is known for with an openness and projection that make them favorites of players and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eThis example is a rare opportunity to acquire a Friederich in excellent condition with all the hallmarks of his golden-era work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"766\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar (characteristic orange hue of Friederich’s concert models)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian rosewood (Friederich’s preferred tonewood)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doubled sides for added strength and projection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally thin, C-shaped with slight D profile — one of the most comfortable Friederich necks I have ever played\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Fusteros\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely low with room for further adjustment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eExcellent overall with only light play wear. Honest nail marks and light handling signs consistent with age, but no cracks or repairs. The saddle retains room for lowering, a rarity for a 40+ year-old guitar. Structurally sound and beautifully preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eThis Friederich represents the very best qualities of his early 1980s work. The trebles are lyrical and fat, sustaining beautifully with warmth and power. The basses are biting, open, and responsive, yet perfectly balanced with the upper voices. The entire instrument sings with noble character and offers a wide palette of colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003ePlayability is outstanding thanks to the exceptionally slim neck and low action, making it one of the most comfortable Friederichs I have encountered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003eDaniel Friederich’s concert model guitars are among the most sought-after classical guitars in existence. This 1981 example not only embodies the tonal ideals that made him legendary but also offers superior comfort and condition, making it a dream guitar for both performer and collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e📧 If you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2482\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:evan@guitarcollection.com\"\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M14.3349 13.3301V6.60645L5.47065 15.4707C5.21095 15.7304 4.78895 15.7304 4.52925 15.4707C4.26955 15.211 4.26955 14.789 4.52925 14.5293L13.3935 5.66504H6.66011C6.29284 5.66504 5.99507 5.36727 5.99507 5C5.99507 4.63273 6.29284 4.33496 6.66011 4.33496H14.9999L15.1337 4.34863C15.4369 4.41057 15.665 4.67857 15.665 5V13.3301C15.6649 13.6973 15.3672 13.9951 14.9999 13.9951C14.6327 13.9951 14.335 13.6973 14.3349 13.3301Z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003ePlease note: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2670\"\u003eFree UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method (Wire, Wise, etc). 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