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Sergei De Jonge / 12 String / 1981 / Guitar For Sale

Sergei de Jonge is a renowned Canadian luthier whose craftsmanship has captivated musicians worldwide. With a keen eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to quality, de Jonge has elevated the art of guitar making to new heights. His instruments are prized for their exquisite tone, impeccable playability, and stunning aesthetics. Through his dedication and innovation, de Jonge has left an indelible mark on the world of lutherie, shaping the sound of generations to come. We witnessed this firsthand when he met the then 18-year-old Orla Strijker (one of the top luthiers in our repairshop), whom he later invited to Canada to learn the fine ropes of the guitar building process. Sergei set up his own shop in Toronto in '72, building guitars the way Jean Larrivee had taught him. The late '70s was a tumultuous time for De Jonge as he moved to The Netherlands in '78, only to move back just a year later to start building steel stringed instrument as well. In '86 he sadly lost his workshop and had to switch over to different work, all whilst keeping the workshop in the back of his head which he opened again in the early '90s. This guitar sits bang in the middle of that period and was made in 1981 for the British singer-songwriter and musician Roger Whittaker, who actually used this guitar on stage as well with the built-in piezo system. He was known for playing various 12-string models before owning this one, mainly Guilds and Gibsons. Legend has it that Roger was inspired by Glenn Frey of The Eagles, who apparently also played a De Jonge 12-string. This 12-string is built using the classic western combination of Indian Rosewood and Sitka Spruce. The body shape, the binding and the rosette however remind us very much of Classical guitars. As Sergei had only dipped his toes in steel-stringed guitar making for the past two years at the time of building this one, we aren't too surprised by the unique combination of features. This is a fantastic sounding 12-stringed boutique instrument by one of the finer builders in the world, and honestly the playability is still fantastic after all these years. It's also in excellent shape, with the main damage being in the form of heavy checking on the finish of the top.

The Fellowship Of Acoustics, Netherlands  

Contact name:
The Fellowship of Acoustics
Brands:
Martin, Gibson, Fender, Vintage Guitars, Santa Cruz, PRS, Collings, Rozawood, etc..
Languages:
English, Dutch and German
Specialties:
Fine, Vintage and Rare Guitars
Opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm.

ABOUT US

I have always been opposed to being trapped into a job eight hours a day to purchase the free time to do what I enjoy. That’s why i started the Fellowship of Acoustics. The fellowship of acoustics was founded by Rudi Bults, Guitarist and obsessed with tone and wood. The idea was offering real expertise when trading and selling the finest instruments in the world from our showroom in Bergentheim, Netherlands. Helping others find the right tools and enjoying an atmosphere that’s unhurried, honest and informative that’s my go. We are nothing like the "supermarket" style music stores, but specialize in string-things only. We are widely known for Flattop guitars but also sell electric, mandolins & banjo’s, amps, parts, and accessories. Our store has earned the reputation for being a great place to shop for the best products and service.
It is our hope that this new website - much more than a list of "gear" for sale - will serve as an example of our commitment to offering a more personal approach, a friendly atmosphere, and an ultimately more satisfying experience for our friends and customers.
If you have any questions just dial +31-523-232205 or e-mail info@thefellowshipofacoustics.com My name is Rudi Bults, and I’m always here to help out. Wherever possible, we would recommend that you visit our store and experience our instruments and service first hand. However, because of our high standards you can be confident of ordering online from us. We hope you enjoy your visit to our site, and welcome your feedback.

LANGUAGES

We do speak English, Dutch and German! Feel free to call in any of these languages and ask your questions! Call 0031-523-232205

 

WE BUY, SELL, TRADE, DO CONSIGNMENT AND APPRAISALS

 

We LOVE Guitars, and buy and trade for most stringed instruments. But we also do consignment, make appraisals for insurance or put you on our watch list. Please check the Buying & Trading page for details.

www.tfoa.eu
The Fellowship of Acoustics BV
Kanaalweg oost 36
7691CE Bergentheim
Netherlands
To order online: go to
http://www.tfoa.eu/the_store/
And choose your Guitar and purchase through the website.

Available methods of payment
# Paypal
# Credit Card (MasterCard/Visa/AmEx) only available for European Community and USA.
# Bank-Wire transfer

Call for Online Order+31(0)523-23-2205
our policy:
14 day money in return return warranty  Shipping cost, and Customs & import return costs -bothways- are buyers responsibility
1 year Guarantee on Used Guitars
5 years Guarantee on New guitars (or 'limited lifitime' if the Builder guarrantees such)

 
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