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RARE Shinano Steel String Acoustic Guitar - $1,295 (Appleton)
condition:
excellent
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Shinano acoustic guitars are highly regarded, vintage Japanese instruments crafted primarily in the late 1960s and 1970s by master luthier Seizo Shinano. Known for their excellent craftsmanship, they are prized for warm, resonant classical tones and meticulously crafted steel-string models inspired by Martin guitars.
Master Luthier: Seizo Shinano founded the Shinano Guitar Factory in the mid-1960s, quickly establishing a reputation for high-quality, handcrafted instruments.
The "Golden Era" of Japanese Luthiery: During the late 60s and 70s, the factory produced both classical lines (often labeled simply as Shinano or Grand Shinano) and a few rare, highly sought-after steel-string acoustic series.
Collaborations: High-end Shinano steel-string models were sometimes produced in collaboration with the legendary Yamaki factory.