{"product_id":"daniel-friederich-2012-cedar-indian-rosewood-classical-guitar","title":"Daniel Friederich 2012 Cedar \/ Indian Rosewood Classical Guitar","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eTo hold a Daniel Friederich guitar is to hold one of the pinnacles of modern lutherie. From his Paris workshop, \u003cstrong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eDaniel Friederich (1932–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e became one of the most revered luthiers of the 20th and 21st centuries, blending French refinement with bold innovation. His instruments were played by \u003cstrong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eRoberto Aussel, Alvaro Pierri, Roland Dyens, and countless other luminaries of the classical guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e. Friederich’s guitars remain highly sought after for their balance, power, and beauty, and today they are treasured as both world-class concert instruments and works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eThis 2012 Friederich, numbered \u003cstrong data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eNo. 832\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an especially rare and desirable example, one of the final eight guitars he built. Built during the final years of his output, it represents the culmination of his life’s work and decades of refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012 (No. 832, among the last Friederich guitars ever built)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar, French polished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eBack and sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indian Rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-fan bracing with cross-grain bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantial and thick even by Friederich standards, yet very comfortable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eScale length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eNut width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rodgers with mother of pearl buttons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eRosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late-period Friederich design with brighter color palette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eHeadstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Friederich concert model with center inlay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eSound and Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eThis instrument embodies the qualities that have made Friederich guitars legendary. The sound is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eregal, balanced, and deeply inspiring\u003c\/strong\u003e. Chords bloom with a richness that feels orchestral, yet every note retains a clarity and precision that encourages exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eBasses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Warm, round, and supportive, with a fat resonance yet remarkable clarity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003eTrebles\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bubbly, lyrical, and singing, especially the first and second strings which seem to carry endless sustain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eProjection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Quite possibly the loudest Friederich I have ever played, yet never at the expense of refinement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eBalance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Every register speaks evenly, with no stray or uneven notes, making extended playing feel effortless and deeply rewarding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eThe guitar is inspiring in its ability to combine weight and depth with sweetness and sensitivity. This is the kind of instrument that feels like \u003cstrong data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003emagic at your fingertips\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2892\"\u003eCondition and Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003eThe guitar is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003esuperb condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially considering its rarity as one of Friederich’s final instruments. The neck, though on the thicker side, is exceptionally comfortable and paired with a low, easy action that makes it a joy to play. Everything about the instrument reflects Friederich’s commitment to thoughtful design and flawless execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003eA Rare Opportunity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3540\"\u003eDaniel Friederich guitars are among the most coveted instruments in the world, and this \u003cstrong data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3385\"\u003e2012 No. 832\u003c\/strong\u003e is an especially rare treasure. For the player or collector who has dreamt of owning one of these masterpieces, this is an opportunity not to be missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3547\" data-end=\"3636\"\u003eIf you're interested in purchasing, please write to me at \u003cstrong data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3634\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"3607\" data-end=\"3632\" 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 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=\"3638\" data-end=\"3799\"\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd day air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. 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