This Ramírez R1 is in very clean overall condition with only minor signs of use. The solid cedar top shows a couple of tiny dings near the lower bout edge — small enough that you have to look for them. The back has a very slight surface rash that's barely visible in person. Beyond that, there are no cracks, no dents, and no structural issues of any kind. No modifications or repairs have been made — this one is all original. Frets and fingerboard are in great shape, the Fustero tuners operate smoothly, and the strings are in good condition. The lacquer finish presents well throughout with a warm, natural aging to the cedar top. Weighs in at 3 lbs 8 oz.Includes a hard shell case.The R1 is the entry point to the José Ramírez line — and for a "student model," it punches well above its weight. Built at the Ramírez workshop on Calle de la Paz in Madrid, the R1 follows the same Southern Spanish construction traditions as the higher-end Concert and NE models, just with a more accessible tonewood selection. A solid Canadian red cedar top paired with solid African mahogany back and sides gives it a warm, sweet character with quick response and surprising projection for a guitar at this price point. The ebony fingerboard and rosewood bridge are the same quality appointments you'd find further up the Ramírez range, and the hand-inlaid mosaic rosette is unmistakably Ramírez. These guitars are known for being lightweight and responsive right out of the case — no long break-in period needed.Top: Solid Canadian Red CedarBack & Sides: Solid African MahoganyNeck: CedarFingerboard: EbonyBridge: Indian RosewoodNut: Bone, 52mmScale Length: 650mmTuners: Fustero Gold with White Pearl ButtonsRosette: Hand-Inlaid MosaicFinish: LacquerMade in Madrid, Spain
