A wonderful example of a 1973 José Ramirez 1A, offered from a single-owner collection and kept in remarkably good condition.
This guitar has everything players and collectors look for in a vintage Ramirez: a full, powerful Spanish classical voice, excellent projection, and effortless playability, along with that unmistakable Ramirez character.
The guitar features a 664mm scale length and 53mm nut width. The neck is straight and the guitar has excellent playing action. At the 12th fret, the 6th-string action measures approximately 4.5mm, providing a comfortable setup while maintaining the powerful response and projection these guitars are known for.
There is also approximately 1mm of saddle height remaining, giving the next owner additional adjustment room if desired.
Specifications
Model: José Ramirez 1A
Year: 1973
Ownership: One owner
Scale Length: 664mm
Nut Width: 53mm
Neck: Straight
6th String Action at 12th Fret: Approx. 4.5mm
Saddle: Approximately 1mm of adjustment remaining
Condition: Very well preserved
Playability: Easy and comfortable
Tone: Powerful, warm, rich, and highly responsive
And then there is the Brazilian rosewood—just look at that cut. The grain and figure are absolutely spectacular and give this instrument a presence that is hard to capture in photographs.
The guitar plays fantastic and is a particularly appealing example for someone looking for a vintage Ramirez that can be enjoyed as a serious playing instrument while also having the history and character of a well-preserved 1970s 1A.
A beautiful, one-owner 1973 José Ramirez 1A with exceptional Brazilian rosewood and excellent playability.
