Luigi Locatto 2011

Overview

This 2011 Luigi Locatto “Garcia” Model is a beautiful and fascinating guitar from one of the most respected Italian luthiers and restorationists working today.

Locatto’s Garcia model is inspired by the elegance, depth, and old-world beauty of Enrique Garcia’s instruments. This example captures that spirit beautifully: a low main air resonance, a deep and mature body sound, and a clarity that keeps the voice focused, refined, and full of character.

Locatto guitars are very difficult to find, partly because of his low output and partly because players and collectors tend to hold on to them. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a superb example in excellent condition, with very few signs of use.

Sound & Playability

This guitar has the kind of sound that immediately draws us in: dark, elegant, and spacious, but never muddy. The low resonance gives the instrument a wonderful sense of depth and age, while the spruce top keeps the response quick, articulate, and beautifully clear.

There is a real Garcia-inspired charm here: warmth in the basses, lyrical trebles, and a refined old-world color palette that feels both intimate and powerful. It is the kind of guitar that rewards nuance, with a voice that feels especially well suited to Spanish repertoire, romantic music, and players who love color and character.

The 650mm scale and 52mm nut width make it familiar and comfortable for most modern players.

Specs

Year: 2011
Maker: Luigi Locatto
Model: “Garcia” Model
Number: 230
Top: Spruce
Back & Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
Scale Length: 650mm
Nut Width: 52mm
Tuners: Alessi
Condition: Excellent condition, with very few signs of use

Aesthetics & Craftsmanship

The materials on this guitar are exceptional. The spruce top is elegant and refined, paired with stunning Brazilian rosewood back and sides. The Garcia-inspired rosette is especially beautiful, giving the instrument a direct visual link to the early 20th-century Spanish tradition that inspired the model.

The Alessi tuners are of the finest quality and suit the guitar perfectly, both visually and mechanically. Every detail feels carefully considered, from the wood selection to the overall restraint and elegance of the design.

Condition

This guitar is in excellent condition, with very few signs of use. It has clearly been well cared for and remains a superb example of Locatto’s work.

Closing Thoughts

Luigi Locatto guitars are rare, beautifully made, and deeply rooted in the great Spanish tradition. This 2011 Garcia Model offers exactly what makes his work so compelling: historical inspiration, refined craftsmanship, old-world depth, and a voice full of clarity and character.

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