Antonio PICADO
We have been carrying the fine guitars made in the workshop of Antonio Picado Cardoso in Berga, a mountain village near Barcelona, Spain. We met Señor Picado there in November 2002 and we immediately established a warm relationship. At that time the shop had five artisan luthiers under the direction of Señor Picado producing about 20 guitars each month, each one getting the full attention of one builder during its construction. The result is a superior line of instruments that offer exceptional value. Since Antonio Picado's retirement, the shop continues its exceptional tradition under the guidance of Ángel Genis and Carlos Prat, Sr., Antonio Picado's long-time colleagues.
For a good look at the Picado workshop in operation go to: www.guitarraspicado.com
Model "Especial" 2023
French polished cedar soundboard
Madagascar rosewood back and sides
640 mm string length, 52 mm nut width
Mint condition
$3950
This exceptionally beautiful instrument was built for a very discriminating and demanding collector, using only the highest grades of wood. Highlighted features include a specially carved head-stock, ornamented ebony neck re-inforcement, Fleta-style 9 fan bracing and a head-stock inlay matching the rosette.
With a very rich, creamy, robust sound, this stunning guitar also has great clarity and punch. Rivalling many concert instruments, this is a nearly-perfect guitar.
Model 49 - Solid Alpine Spruce or Western Red Cedar soundboard with solid Indian rosewood sides and Indian rosewood laminate back, Honduran Cedar neck and ebony fingerboard with bone nut and saddle. The spruce model has a clear, ringing tone, while the cedar version is warm and woody without being tubby. Price includes case. $1495
Model 53 - Solid Alpine Spruce or Western Red Cedar soundboard, solid Indian Rosewood back and sides, Honduran cedar neck and ebony fingerboard with bone nut and saddle. A great moderately priced instrument for the serious student or amateur.This is a highly recommended instrument. Price includes case. $1750
Model 54 - Canadian Cedar or Alpine Spruce soundboard, premier quality solid Indian Rosewood back and sides, Honduran cedar neck and ebony fingerboard with bone nut and saddle. A deep, rich woody tone and good volume. Sold with hardshell case. $2150
Model 60 - Solid Canadian Red Cedar or Alpine Spruce, first quality solid Indian Rosewood back and sides, Honduran Cedar neck and Ebony fingerboard. All specially selected high quality woods which produce a vibrant Spanish type tone. Sold with hardshell case included. $2795
Model: 62 - Solid select Canadian Red Cedar soundboard, solid Madagascar Rosewood back and sides, Honduran mahogany neck and Ebony fingerboard. A gorgeous instrument in every respect, highly responsive and great dynamic range, even balance and an unbelievably rich tone. Sold with hardshell case.
650mm scale length, 52mm nut width
$ 3695