Carlos Gomes Valentim No.138 (2016)
$5,000.00
Specifications
Year: 2016
Serial Number: No. 138
Top: Cedar
Back & Sides: Indian Rosewood
Bracing: Friedrich-inspired bracing
"Double Sides" Frederich design
Fingerboard: Ebony
Neck: Slim, comfortable profile
Headstock: Hand-carved
Action at six string: 3.1 mm
Action at 1st string: 2.1 mm
Scale Length: 648 mm
Nut Width: 52 mm
Ebony Tuners: High-quality (see photos)
Clear tap plate
Hard Shell Case Included
Tone
This guitar delivers a large, confident sound with deep, authoritative basses, clear singing trebles, and excellent sustain across the register. The response is immediate and balanced, making it equally satisfying for lyrical repertoire and powerful concert projection.
Condition: Very Good
No cracks, major blemishes
Only light, honest play wear
Excellent structural and cosmetic condition overall
Professionally set up with comfortable, even action
Carlos Gomes Valentim is a respected Brazilian classical guitar maker whose work reflects both European classical traditions and the modern South American school of luthiery. His guitars are known for their strong projection, tonal clarity, and refined craftsmanship, often incorporating Friedrich-inspired structural concepts (like his double sided period) adapted to his own voicing approach. Valentim instruments are produced in limited numbers and are increasingly sought after by serious players.
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