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if it's not exactly what you wanted out of the box, give it a week. you'll be amazed. this guitar is going to be great. it's taken me a bit of getting used to, but am so glad now. decades ago, i played rock/funk on really heavy solid bodies, then later jazz on a heavily laminated 17"-wide arch-top. so in my brain, i still associate a serious guitar with weight. whereas the altimira feels like a feather! ultimately, that will make it more relaxing to play. the strings feel like a hybrid be...
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I am very happy with my experience shopping at Djangobooks, it is very easy and totally safe even though I am in another country. The guitar arrives in perfect condition and in a very short time. About the guitar, I bought this one on Michael's recommendation, originally I wanted a Gitane brand guitar, but it really convinced me with the Altamira guitars. I am happy to have listened to his recommendation, it is a very nice instrument and the price is also very good. I hope soon to buy again in d...
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As a beginner in the genre, I was tempted to cheap-out on my first purchase but I figured I might ask Michael for some guidance on which guitars he would recommend. He pointed me in the direction of the Altamira guitars and I'm glad he did because this instrument is great! The tone, feel, and projection of this guitar is amazing and it's hard to even consider opting for the traditional M01 because the "antique" version is beautiful.
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With some excellent guidance from Michael at djangobooks.com, I purchased an Altamira M01 antique. Upon first glance, I was immediately taken by the beautiful rustic finish of the top. Once I started playing, I was totally immersed in this guitar and had a hard time putting it down. Tone, projection, playability, everything was far more than I expected. I find myself using it for more than Gypsy Jazz, I played a solo chord melody gig with it and loved it. I received many compliments...
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Altamira M01 Antique

SPECIAL!!! Free Setup Included with all Altamira Guitars (Includes Fret Dress, Custom Bridge, Restring, Tailpiece Leather, Action and Truss Rod Adjustment.) A $215 Value! All work done by our amazing tech John Saba.


Altamira guitars are crafted by a highly skilled team luthiers, led by owner/luthier Hanson Yao who was an apprentice of the famed Rodriguez workshop in Spain. Altamira's Gypsy models are built using old world methods by just two luthiers who have been specially assigned to the task. Altamiras have become some of our best selling instruments over the years, finding their way into the hands of numerous professionals who have found them up to the task of high level performing and recording. The tone and projection of these instruments rivals some of the best handmade instruments, making them a wonderful deal at this price.

This guitar features laminated Rosewood back and side, Spruce top, and a Mahogany neck. This model has a unique antique finish. An oil based varnish is hand applied to the top while the back sides are treated with a light, water based satin finish. It looks like an old Selmer from the 40s, and the lighter finish really helps boost the tone and projection of the guitar!

Item Number:
9931
Your Price:
$1,249.00
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Item Options

Set Up Options (takes 2-4 weeks)
Install Clear Pick Guard ($60.00)
Install High Quality Ebony Tailpiece Ins ($40.00)
Set Up Special: Fret Dress, Custom Bridge, Restring, Tailpiece Leather, Adjust Action and Truss Rod ($215.00)
Install Strap Button in Heel and Endpin ($30.00)
Which case would you like?
No Case
Boulder Alpine Series Gig Bag ($85.00)
Altamira Deluxe Case ($150.00)
Superior Deluxe Gypsy Jazz Case - Black ($187.95)
Superior Deluxe Gypsy Jazz Case - Brown ($189.95)
Carbon Fiber Gypsy Guitar Flight Case ($575.00)
Carbon Composite Gypsy Guitar Flight Case ($499.00)
BAM Manouche Carbon Fiber Gypsy Case ($933.00)
Gitane ProTour Gig Bag ($139.95)
Would you like a pickup installed?
No Pickup
Dupont Bigtone ($480.00)
Geronimo Mateos LC Pickup ($485.00)
K and K Pure Maccaferri ($280.00)
K and K Definity System ($240.00)
Schatten HFN-S2 Pickup ($245.00)
Schatten HFN-S2 Pickup Artist (Includes Pre Amp) ($295.00)
Schatten HFN-S2 Pickup Artist Plus 1 (Includes Pre Amp and 1 Thumbwheel Control) ($305.00)
Schatten HFN-S2 Pickup Artist Plus 2 (Includes Pre Amp and 2 Thumbwheel Controls ($310.00)
Would you like to upgrade your guitars tuners?
No upgrade
Install Schaller Three on a Plate Tuners ($165.00)
Install Saga Deluxe Tuners ($175.00)
Install DR Brass Tuners ($465.00)
Would you like to upgrade your guitars tailpiece?
No upgrade
Dupont Nickel Tailpiece ($155.00)
Dupont Brass Tailpiece ($155.00)
Dupont DR Tailpiece ($225.00)
Guitar Specs

Reviews and Ratings

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Quality
Value

altimira m01 (antique, but surely applies to any)

Pros: everything is just done right

Cons: (really, there are none at all!)

if it's not exactly what you wanted out of the box, give it a week. you'll be amazed. this guitar is going to be great. it's taken me a bit of getting used to, but am so glad now. decades ago, i played rock/funk on really heavy solid bodies, then later jazz on a heavily laminated 17"-wide arch-top. so in my brain, i still associate a serious guitar with weight. whereas the altimira feels like a feather! ultimately, that will make it more relaxing to play. the strings feel like a hybrid between steel and nylon. the best of both worlds. feel the vibrations in your fingers better, notes bend more easily. but far more comfortable for your fingertips, after a few hours. likely standard with manouch, but new to me. the frets feel a bit more widely spaced (like a classical) but that also (once you get used to it) ends up making one-note runs clearer. whereas chords require stretching (or longer fingers). but primarily this (with a petit bouche) guitar is for soloing/melodies/arpeggios anyway. but i assume if you are shopping here, you know the diff. even the 10th fret being marked (instead of 9th) was awkward initially, but has proven to be a good move. i have nothing useful to say about the tone. surely great, but i really believe a good guitarist will make any instrument sound wonderful. only mediocre musicians need obsess over their tools. the appreciation of the player for the way the instrument feels is the crucial thing. and though a gypsy guitar won't feel standard at first. all the tiny differences will surely end up improving your playing. even if only because it is so comfortable, you practice more often and for longer. the "cherry on top" is that it looks so great. actors do well to rehearse wearing the right shoes for the character. similarly, the visual aesthetic of this guitar really does that trick! psych yourself out: "surely, the player of this guitar must be really good". was even pleased with the altimira case. solid, leather handle, plush inside. and even though a set-up can only get so good, this one is right on. glad i bought it here. all in all, am pleased with the purchase.

Submitted by: some guy on 09/26/2022 08:56:37 AM

Overall
Quality
Value

Very nice instrument

Pros: Very good looking instrument and fine finishing.

Cons: I expected a better playability, but I will go for an adjustment with my luthier. Nice sound too, not to loud as I expected.

I am very happy with my experience shopping at Djangobooks, it is very easy and totally safe even though I am in another country. The guitar arrives in perfect condition and in a very short time. About the guitar, I bought this one on Michael's recommendation, originally I wanted a Gitane brand guitar, but it really convinced me with the Altamira guitars. I am happy to have listened to his recommendation, it is a very nice instrument and the price is also very good. I hope soon to buy again in djangobooks, highly recomended.

Submitted by: Gerry on 03/20/2021 10:28:14 AM

Overall
Quality
Value

Altamira M01 Antique

As a beginner in the genre, I was tempted to cheap-out on my first purchase but I figured I might ask Michael for some guidance on which guitars he would recommend. He pointed me in the direction of the Altamira guitars and I'm glad he did because this instrument is great! The tone, feel, and projection of this guitar is amazing and it's hard to even consider opting for the traditional M01 because the "antique" version is beautiful.

Submitted by: rcjpisani on 03/20/2018 08:26:06 PM

Overall
Quality
Value

Altamira M01 Antique

With some excellent guidance from Michael at djangobooks.com, I purchased an Altamira M01 antique. Upon first glance, I was immediately taken by the beautiful rustic finish of the top. Once I started playing, I was totally immersed in this guitar and had a hard time putting it down. Tone, projection, playability, everything was far more than I expected. I find myself using it for more than Gypsy Jazz, I played a solo chord melody gig with it and loved it. I received many compliments on my sound. I also accompanied a clarinetist who played several styles of jazz. Every style worked perfectly with this guitar. The clarinetist and many listeners were very complimentary of the tone. This guitar is a real treat and one of the best values I have ever had in an instrument! Highly recommended!

Submitted by: rsclosson on 11/18/2016 06:33:22 AM

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