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SUPER RARE VINTAGE "KARL HAUSER" CLASSICAL CONCERT GUITAR IN EXCELLENT COND.
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
Please read my 3 days return policy at the bottom of the page.If you'd like to see pictures of over 500 classical & flamenco guitars that I've sold in the past, please visit "Victor's Guitar Gallery" on FacebookKarl Hauser Classical Concert Guitar This guitar was made in 1950's or early 1960’s in Germany. According to some experts K.H. guitars were manufactured under Hofner Guitars co. This company however denies that. Its unusual “ancient” tuners with 34 mm spacing between rollers prove that this guitar is really old. According to experts familiar with the matter, it is quite possible that this guitar could have been made byEDGAR MONCH a famous German luthier, who in the early stages of his career was making guitars for other German guitar makers. This guitar shows very strong resemblance to guitars made by Monch in early 1950s. On international second hand markets, Edgar Monch's guitars from that era, that look very similar and are built the same way and from identical materials are priced at $5000-$8000 level. Regardless of who really made this particular guitar, it is a copy of Herman Hauser guitar and as the musical instrument doesn't fall far behind THE ORIGINAL ONE. This statement is actually confirmed by many players familiar with both, Herman and Karl Hauser guitars. It is high quality guitar producing super sweet and highly resonant notes with very extended sustain at very impressive volume. Bases are deep and exceptionally rich with overtones. It is very unique sound. To compare this sound to pipe organs is not a mistake for sure. Very likely great majority of guitar players would favor it over any Masaru Kohno guitar ever produced. None of Masaru Kohno guitars that went through my hands (#10 1970, #10 1974,#20 1975, #30 1976 & #15 1977) could be considered better that this Karl Hauser guitar. This K.H. guitar makes Masaru Kohno #20 1975 a quiet guitar, even though the latter one is a high grade concert guitar with unquestionably strong voice.This guitar does have some cosmetic flaws mostly on its soundboard. The most visible is a patch of light scratches, mini-dents and micro abrasions located below E1 string. Some light abrasions can be found along the edges. This guitar doesn’t have any structural flaws. It is very important to mention that if modern era luthiers are using 40 years old woods to make a classical guitar, its price is at least $8000.If you'd like to own better quality guitar at lower price you need to take a look at El Vito Concert J, Concert MR or Concert BM guitars.Specifications:Top: High Grade Solid Spruce/ very ligh coat of lacquerBack and Sides: Solid Philippine Rosewood (with very similar tonal properties to Jacaranda)/ very light coat of lacquerWidth of its sides is precisely 94 mmBinding: Spruce or MapleNeck: Mahogany or CedarFingerboard: EbonyScale: 650 mmBridge: EbonyNut width: 51 mmWith its current action (3.5 mm under E6 and 3.00 mm under E1) plays like butter.Depending on your playing technique and individual taste you may need to have the string action adjusted differently than it is right now. If you don’t know how to do it, then you need to hire a professional. If you are not familiar with these guitar basics, you shouldn’t be buying guitars on Internet.This guitar will be shipped in lightly used Hiscox Hard Shell Case. The info presented below reffers to guitars distributed in USA since early 1960's. They however had model numbers. The guitar presented in this posting doesn't have any model number. That would indicate it was made earlier (1950's) as the only model at that time and by individual luthier and wasn't mass produced.Despite all those mentioned above minor cosmetic flaws, it is in truly excellent condition for its age anddefinitely it is a highly collectible item. Naturally it is also also a great find for any devoted player. Karl Hauser Classical Guitars Bubenreuth, W. GermanyPosted by James Trotta on Fri, 02/22/2013 - 21:58.I still, after 11 years since my posting, have not found a Model 830 Karl Hauser guitar. But I am impressed with all the responses and comments over the years so after many years of research, here is what I know about Karl Hauser.I have owned many Karl Hauser guitars since 1970. A model 610 and two 730's. The Karl Hauser label was distributed by Ideal Music Merchandising, N.Y.C. about 1965 to about 1983. The label included violins, cellos. violas and a limited number of other stringed instruments including electric guitars. All of these instruments were made by Hofner of West Germany. I am sorry to report there was never a Karl Hauser and the name was selected to start a U.S.A. market for affordable instruments with a very famous name (Hauser of the famous Hermann Hauser family. Ambitious USA salesmen started a rumor that Karl was a distant cousin of Hermann Hauser and actually used tooling from the Hermann Hauser shop. I contacted Hermann Hauser III by e-mail and he denies any relation or has any information about Karl Hauser. Even though the Karl Hauser myth is disgraceful, the Karl Hauser (Hofner) guitars are exceptional, rare instruments. In 1979, I recorded "Classics for Classical Guitar" with a Karl Hauser model 730 which I purchased in 1970 and still own. The tone is sweet and the bases are piano like. The guitar is 650 mm, 52 mm. Solid rosewood back and sides, Engleman spruce top and African black ebony finger board. The rosette is real wood matrix and is outstanding. From Bach to Albeniz the Karl Hauser 730 was equally at home. I have some very expensive, concert grade guitars including a real Hermann Hauser II. Blind folded I would have great difficulty telling the two apart. The Karl Hauser is an exceptional guitar from a luthier who never existed. Myths are designed not to be outdone.Posted by C.L on Thu, 07/22/2004 - 16:36.As you know, Hermann Hauser family and descendant are very famous for all of their guitar models. You cannot compare Karl Hauser with H. Hauser .
Even though Karl Classical guitar models were sound as best as H. Hauser, but Karl Hauser could not make his name compares with prestige Hermann Hauser. They shared the same sound board design, bracing technique, Fret board design, same woods, same materials, but Karl guitar are worth only 1/10 of Hermann. People tends to pay 20,000 for H. Hauser, but may be 2000 for Kar, however, were well known for exporting electric guitar, Bass guitar, violin, viola and other strings. Posted by Thong M Do on Thu, 07/15/2004 - 13:24.Herman Hauser Guitars range from 2000~ 12000 USD, depending on Hauser 1,2 or 3 and type of wood was used for the Back/Side.
Karh Hauser, depending on model, type of woods for top/back/side, if it mint condition it is worth from 700~3500$Posted by albert on Wed, 07/21/2004 - 22:52.Karl Hauser was cousin of the last Herman Hauser. His famous designs were Violin/Viola. There was time he exported a vast electric guitars with Hofner around the World. For Classical guitar, all his models were based on Hauser's designReturnsIf you are not happy with your purchase you may return the guitar for a refund of a purchase price of a guitar. The cost of shipping both ways will not be refunded.All you need to do is:1. Notify me within 48 hours days after delivery2. Pack guitar the same way I do it, using the same box and materials3. Ship it back to me no later than 72 hours after delivery. Another words I expect this “trail” period to occur within +/- 3 days. Naturally if you expect to receive a full refund, guitar has to be returned in the same condition as I ship it to you. This return policy doesn't apply to guitars that are shipped but later "refused" or "unclaimed" by the buyer and therefore returned back to me by UPS or USPS.Victor
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
Please read my 3 days return policy at the bottom of the page.If you'd like to see pictures of over 500 classical & flamenco guitars that I've sold in the past, please visit "Victor's Guitar Gallery" on FacebookKarl Hauser Classical Concert Guitar This guitar was made in 1950's or early 1960’s in Germany. According to some experts K.H. guitars were manufactured under Hofner Guitars co. This company however denies that. Its unusual “ancient” tuners with 34 mm spacing between rollers prove that this guitar is really old. According to experts familiar with the matter, it is quite possible that this guitar could have been made byEDGAR MONCH a famous German luthier, who in the early stages of his career was making guitars for other German guitar makers. This guitar shows very strong resemblance to guitars made by Monch in early 1950s. On international second hand markets, Edgar Monch's guitars from that era, that look very similar and are built the same way and from identical materials are priced at $5000-$8000 level. Regardless of who really made this particular guitar, it is a copy of Herman Hauser guitar and as the musical instrument doesn't fall far behind THE ORIGINAL ONE. This statement is actually confirmed by many players familiar with both, Herman and Karl Hauser guitars. It is high quality guitar producing super sweet and highly resonant notes with very extended sustain at very impressive volume. Bases are deep and exceptionally rich with overtones. It is very unique sound. To compare this sound to pipe organs is not a mistake for sure. Very likely great majority of guitar players would favor it over any Masaru Kohno guitar ever produced. None of Masaru Kohno guitars that went through my hands (#10 1970, #10 1974,#20 1975, #30 1976 & #15 1977) could be considered better that this Karl Hauser guitar. This K.H. guitar makes Masaru Kohno #20 1975 a quiet guitar, even though the latter one is a high grade concert guitar with unquestionably strong voice.This guitar does have some cosmetic flaws mostly on its soundboard. The most visible is a patch of light scratches, mini-dents and micro abrasions located below E1 string. Some light abrasions can be found along the edges. This guitar doesn’t have any structural flaws. It is very important to mention that if modern era luthiers are using 40 years old woods to make a classical guitar, its price is at least $8000.If you'd like to own better quality guitar at lower price you need to take a look at El Vito Concert J, Concert MR or Concert BM guitars.Specifications:Top: High Grade Solid Spruce/ very ligh coat of lacquerBack and Sides: Solid Philippine Rosewood (with very similar tonal properties to Jacaranda)/ very light coat of lacquerWidth of its sides is precisely 94 mmBinding: Spruce or MapleNeck: Mahogany or CedarFingerboard: EbonyScale: 650 mmBridge: EbonyNut width: 51 mmWith its current action (3.5 mm under E6 and 3.00 mm under E1) plays like butter.Depending on your playing technique and individual taste you may need to have the string action adjusted differently than it is right now. If you don’t know how to do it, then you need to hire a professional. If you are not familiar with these guitar basics, you shouldn’t be buying guitars on Internet.This guitar will be shipped in lightly used Hiscox Hard Shell Case. The info presented below reffers to guitars distributed in USA since early 1960's. They however had model numbers. The guitar presented in this posting doesn't have any model number. That would indicate it was made earlier (1950's) as the only model at that time and by individual luthier and wasn't mass produced.Despite all those mentioned above minor cosmetic flaws, it is in truly excellent condition for its age anddefinitely it is a highly collectible item. Naturally it is also also a great find for any devoted player. Karl Hauser Classical Guitars Bubenreuth, W. GermanyPosted by James Trotta on Fri, 02/22/2013 - 21:58.I still, after 11 years since my posting, have not found a Model 830 Karl Hauser guitar. But I am impressed with all the responses and comments over the years so after many years of research, here is what I know about Karl Hauser.I have owned many Karl Hauser guitars since 1970. A model 610 and two 730's. The Karl Hauser label was distributed by Ideal Music Merchandising, N.Y.C. about 1965 to about 1983. The label included violins, cellos. violas and a limited number of other stringed instruments including electric guitars. All of these instruments were made by Hofner of West Germany. I am sorry to report there was never a Karl Hauser and the name was selected to start a U.S.A. market for affordable instruments with a very famous name (Hauser of the famous Hermann Hauser family. Ambitious USA salesmen started a rumor that Karl was a distant cousin of Hermann Hauser and actually used tooling from the Hermann Hauser shop. I contacted Hermann Hauser III by e-mail and he denies any relation or has any information about Karl Hauser. Even though the Karl Hauser myth is disgraceful, the Karl Hauser (Hofner) guitars are exceptional, rare instruments. In 1979, I recorded "Classics for Classical Guitar" with a Karl Hauser model 730 which I purchased in 1970 and still own. The tone is sweet and the bases are piano like. The guitar is 650 mm, 52 mm. Solid rosewood back and sides, Engleman spruce top and African black ebony finger board. The rosette is real wood matrix and is outstanding. From Bach to Albeniz the Karl Hauser 730 was equally at home. I have some very expensive, concert grade guitars including a real Hermann Hauser II. Blind folded I would have great difficulty telling the two apart. The Karl Hauser is an exceptional guitar from a luthier who never existed. Myths are designed not to be outdone.Posted by C.L on Thu, 07/22/2004 - 16:36.As you know, Hermann Hauser family and descendant are very famous for all of their guitar models. You cannot compare Karl Hauser with H. Hauser .
Even though Karl Classical guitar models were sound as best as H. Hauser, but Karl Hauser could not make his name compares with prestige Hermann Hauser. They shared the same sound board design, bracing technique, Fret board design, same woods, same materials, but Karl guitar are worth only 1/10 of Hermann. People tends to pay 20,000 for H. Hauser, but may be 2000 for Kar, however, were well known for exporting electric guitar, Bass guitar, violin, viola and other strings. Posted by Thong M Do on Thu, 07/15/2004 - 13:24.Herman Hauser Guitars range from 2000~ 12000 USD, depending on Hauser 1,2 or 3 and type of wood was used for the Back/Side.
Karh Hauser, depending on model, type of woods for top/back/side, if it mint condition it is worth from 700~3500$Posted by albert on Wed, 07/21/2004 - 22:52.Karl Hauser was cousin of the last Herman Hauser. His famous designs were Violin/Viola. There was time he exported a vast electric guitars with Hofner around the World. For Classical guitar, all his models were based on Hauser's designReturnsIf you are not happy with your purchase you may return the guitar for a refund of a purchase price of a guitar. The cost of shipping both ways will not be refunded.All you need to do is:1. Notify me within 48 hours days after delivery2. Pack guitar the same way I do it, using the same box and materials3. Ship it back to me no later than 72 hours after delivery. Another words I expect this “trail” period to occur within +/- 3 days. Naturally if you expect to receive a full refund, guitar has to be returned in the same condition as I ship it to you. This return policy doesn't apply to guitars that are shipped but later "refused" or "unclaimed" by the buyer and therefore returned back to me by UPS or USPS.Victor
Even though Karl Classical guitar models were sound as best as H. Hauser, but Karl Hauser could not make his name compares with prestige Hermann Hauser. They shared the same sound board design, bracing technique, Fret board design, same woods, same materials, but Karl guitar are worth only 1/10 of Hermann. People tends to pay 20,000 for H. Hauser, but may be 2000 for Kar, however, were well known for exporting electric guitar, Bass guitar, violin, viola and other strings. Posted by Thong M Do on Thu, 07/15/2004 - 13:24.Herman Hauser Guitars range from 2000~ 12000 USD, depending on Hauser 1,2 or 3 and type of wood was used for the Back/Side.
Karh Hauser, depending on model, type of woods for top/back/side, if it mint condition it is worth from 700~3500$Posted by albert on Wed, 07/21/2004 - 22:52.Karl Hauser was cousin of the last Herman Hauser. His famous designs were Violin/Viola. There was time he exported a vast electric guitars with Hofner around the World. For Classical guitar, all his models were based on Hauser's designReturnsIf you are not happy with your purchase you may return the guitar for a refund of a purchase price of a guitar. The cost of shipping both ways will not be refunded.All you need to do is:1. Notify me within 48 hours days after delivery2. Pack guitar the same way I do it, using the same box and materials3. Ship it back to me no later than 72 hours after delivery. Another words I expect this “trail” period to occur within +/- 3 days. Naturally if you expect to receive a full refund, guitar has to be returned in the same condition as I ship it to you. This return policy doesn't apply to guitars that are shipped but later "refused" or "unclaimed" by the buyer and therefore returned back to me by UPS or USPS.Victor