Classic Guitars International for fine classical and flamenco guitars, Chris Kamen
1971 Arcangel Fernandez Flamenco Blanca
Top: Spruce • Sides & Back: Spanish Cypress
Scale: 655 mm • Origin: Spain • Price: SOLD

This is a nearly flawless example and a stunningly beautiful Arcangel. It was purchased from me by my client about ten years ago. Around that time it was perfectly repolished and the amazing Henry Besancon (now sadly deceased) did the set up, and he was the best set up guy on planet earth. The guitar looks like brand new, just wonderful. Like all Arcangel's the emphasis is on tonal quality and musicality more than volume. This guitar has a complex and musical character that is enchanting yet still firmly Flamenco. Very comfortable action of course. Sadly, Arcangel ceased building flamenco guitars years ago due to a life-long agreement he entered into to build only classical guitars. Thus, they have become nearly as rare as good Barbero's these days, not popping up on the market very often as their owners treasure them beyond words. A great opportunity to own a very nice Arcangel...

©2005 Classic Guitars International • All rights reserved