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Hermanos Conde 1980 Faustino Conde Negra Flamenco Guitar – A Masterpiece from the Golden Era of Faustino Conde
This Hermanos Conde 1980 Faustino Conde Negra Flamenco Guitar is an exceptional example of the legendary craftsmanship that shaped the sound of modern flamenco. Built in the era when Faustino Conde stood at the height of his powers, this instrument represents the same school of construction that captivated Paco de Lucía and influenced an entire generation of players.
The Conde dynasty is inseparable from the history of flamenco. Faustino, Julio, and Mariano Conde learned their craft under the great Domingo Esteso, whose shop became one of the most influential workshops in Spain. After Esteso’s passing, the three brothers continued building under the name Sobrinos de Domingo Esteso and gradually developed their own unmistakable style.
By the late 1960s and early 1970s, when Paco de Lucía transitioned from Ramírez to Conde, the brothers had perfected a sound that would forever change flamenco:
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Explosive basses
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Singing, lyrical trebles
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Fast attack and incredible projection
From that point on, in countless TV recordings of the 1970s, nearly every prominent flamenco guitarist could be seen with a Conde. Faustino Conde, often regarded as the mastermind behind these iconic instruments, left a legacy that continues to define the standard of flamenco guitars today.
This Hermanos Conde 1980 Faustino Conde Negra Flamenco Guitar was built with the finest materials available at the time:
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Top: Fine spruce
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Back and sides: Premium rosewood
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Craftsmanship: Faustino Conde’s unmistakable hand and aesthetic
The result is a guitar that delivers the unmistakable Faustino sound:
furious, powerful, deeply expressive, and capable of the brilliant flamenco punch heard in the recordings of the great masters.
This guitar is in excellent condition with no cracks or repairs — extremely rare for a nearly 50-year-old flamenco negra.
Important professional work was carried out by the respected luthier José López Bellido:
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The original 660 mm scale length was shortened to 655 mm
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The fingerboard was expertly reworked
This work was done with great precision and improves playability without altering the guitar’s tonal identity.
The guitar now plays perfectly, with a low, comfortable action and a straight neck:
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Action at the 12th fret: 2.7 mm (E) / 2.2 mm (e)
The feel is effortless — the instrument responds instantly, giving the impression that it plays itself.
Early Faustino Conde negras are among the most sought-after flamenco guitars in the world. Their power, beauty, and historical importance make them highly collectible. This 1980 example is an extraordinary opportunity to own a guitar that embodies everything that made Faustino Conde legendary.
The guitar comes with its original hard case.
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