Do Souto Cavaquinho, Waldir, 1976 (SOLD) – Choro Shop

When a vintage Do Souto cavaco come up for sale anywhere in Brazil, we check it out. Then, mostly, we pass. Most are not in great shape and many have been modified significantly, rarely for the better. Here's one of just two we have enthusiastically said "yes" to. Made by Moacyr Vianna, a highly regarded luthier for th
When a vintage Do Souto cavaco come up for sale anywhere in Brazil, we check it out. Then, mostly, we pass. Most are not in great shape and many have been modified significantly, rarely for the better. Here's one of just two we have enthusiastically said yes to. Made by Moacyr Vianna, a highly regarded luthier for that fabled label during its golden years, it dates back to 1976.  It sounds great, and thanks to a recent set up in Adam's shop it plays very well. We'll deliver it in a newer hardshell case, but with the original case from Ao Bandolim de Ouro as well. These Do Soutos are the pinnacle of vintage cavaquinhos for collectors and players, and increasingly rare.  Here's your crack at a great one. Luthier: Moacyr Vianna Top: European SpruceBack & sides: Orelha de Onca / Brazilian RosewoodNeck: Cedro Rosa (Cedar)Fingerboard: Brazilian RosewoodNut: bone+zero fret Saddle: bone Scale length: 336mm Nut width: 29mm Body depth: 78mm Widest body width: 230mm Finish: shellac Tuners: Horvath clover Pickup: no Case: original hardcase + new Dix Hardshell case.  Strings: Dinâmico São Paulo cavaco

When a vintage Do Souto cavaco come up for sale anywhere in Brazil, we check it out. Then, mostly, we pass. Most are not in great shape and many have

Do Souto Cavaquinho, Waldir, 1976 (SOLD)

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Do Souto Cavaquinho, Waldir, 1976 (SOLD) – Choro Shop