Santos Bayon - 1990 - 66 cm

About the luthier

Santos Hernandez Rodriguez crafted his very first guitar under his own name in 1903, in his apartment at Madrid’s Plaza de Nicolas Salmerón, historically known as Plaza del Rastro. Dubbed “El Bombon,” this guitar was intended for his personal use. Throughout the early 20th century, Santos primarily worked for Manuel Ramirez and, from 1916, for Ramirez’s widow. By 1921, he received a license for his own workshop at Calle Aduana 27, although some guitars prior to this date bore the Plaza de Nicolas Salmerón address. Notably, a rosewood guitar dating from as early as 1918 already featured the Aduana label, indicating early ownership of the location. Following a reordering of house numbers in 1932, the address was changed to Aduana 23, which remained the site of Santos’s famed guitar workshop.

About the guitar

This guitar is a truly beautiful instrument that embodies the spirit of Santos Hernández. It features clear and brilliant trebles, exceptional overall balance, and deep, supportive basses. The clarity of the first string is particularly noteworthy, making this guitar especially well-suited for polyphonic repertoire. Furthermore, it has ample volume, ensuring it performs well in any playing situation — from intimate settings to concert halls. A perfect fusion of elegance, tradition, and concert-level performance.

Condition

This guitar is in excellent condition with only light signs of play, such as minor wear to the top from normal fingernail contact.