[Profile] Born in Tokyo in 1932. The second son of Sakazo Nakade (1906-1993), the leader of Japan Vintage. Under the training of his father, he started making violins and guitars at the age of 16, and five years later he became devoted to making guitars. After that, in 1968, he moved to Spain and entered the workshop of Madrid maker Hernandez y Aguado. The influence of his two master craftsmen became decisive for him and clearly directed his own subsequent production philosophy. It is clearly shown in the decoration, structure, and timbral characteristics, and the guitar with his unique personality has gained popularity due to its powerful sound and rich expression. His guitar, which is a representative of Japanese brands with a Spanish atmosphere, has become a popular item overseas as well as his father Sakazo. [Description] We have just received the No.1000A model made by Toshihiko Nakade in 1971. The back and sides are made of Central and South American rosewood, and the head is elaborately crafted in a design that truly reflects the influence of his mentor, Aguado. Although this guitar was made shortly after his return from training in Spain, it already has the elements that would characterize his guitars in later years. It has plenty of volume, rich overtones, and a bright sound. He has developed a Spanish image that may have arisen from his own experiences, which gives the instrument a fuller identity. Furthermore, the single notes have a rich and full sound, probably due to the years of playing, and the richness of the singing is very attractive. There is a history of crack repair to the bottom of the bridge on the 1st string side and 6th string side. There is also a crack on the bottom of the treble side of the sound board. These have been reinforced with patches from the inside. There are some other deep scratches, dents, and play marks. The overall finish is cashew, and there are some minor weather checks on the painted surface due to age, but there are no problems with use.
〔detail〕
Instrument
Toshihiko Nakade
Category
国産クラシック オールド
Number/Model
No.1000A
Scale length
655mm
Country
Japan
Year
1971Year
Top
Spruce
Side&Back
Solid South American Rosewood
Condition※
6
List price
時価
Price (tax included)
お問い合わせ下さい。
option
with Hardcase
Click to enlarge the photos below
Guitar Shop AURA
2F Azul Ueno, 3-3-5 Shitaya, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0004, JAPAN
TEL813-3876-7207
FAX:813-3876-7206
営業時間 11:00 -19:00
Regular holiday every Wednesday
〇Tax Free Shopping
We offer Tax free shopping to foreign visitors who have temporary stayed in Japan for less than 6 months since entering Japan.
You must bring your passport to process this procedure. The purchase amount should be more than 5,001 yen excluding tax.