1969 Marcelino Barbero

Marcelino Barbero classical guitar, made in Japan, no serial number. Spruce top with laminated rosewood back and sides. 655.5 mm-scale, 55 mm-wide at nut. Classical guitar made in Japan with label reading “Constructor de Guitarras Marcelino Barbero, Exclusivas Distributores, Antigua Casa de Sherry-Brener, Ltd., 1882 Madrid 1969” with “69” handwritten on the label. This one-owner guitar since 1973 has a high saddle and a slightly warped neck. Chipboard case. Good condition. Est. $1,000–$2,000 A house-brand for Chicago shop Sherry-Brener, this guitar was made in Japan and features the sturdy construction typical of the era’s factory-made classical guitars. With some setup work from a luthier, this would be a good guitar for an advancing student. Product Specs Brand Marcelino Barbero Model Marcelino Barbero Condition Good Year 1969 Original owner? Yes Body Style Classical Back and sides Rosewood Top Cedar Serial Number n/a