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This particular guitar is a fine example of Hauser's integration of the Spanish style into his own Germanic base. Sound is as one would expect - perfectly balanced with great clarity between voices. It is fitted with a "zero fret" which makes the open strings sound like the fretted notes - as all notes vibrate between a fret and the saddle which maximizes consistency of sound. It also has a rich, deep texture that gives it a unique lyricism and great beauty of tone. It also has an endpin in the bottom - likely original as there are many other Hauser I instruments from this period with this feature. The guitar has a striking appearance, most notably in the rosette which is extra ornate - instead of a central mosaic, this space is fitted with alternating MOP and black triangles. The head shape is in the style more typical of the Madrid school from the same period - both of these elements suggests a 'tip of the hat' to Manuel Ramirez, one of the makers who inspired Hauser's "Spanish" style.
It has cracks on the top that have been carefully and conservatively repaired - mostly with glue only (only one very small cleat internally). Apart from this, the guitar is in performance-ready condition, either for the concert stage or recording studio, or simply for a luxurious evening of private playing. Playability is a dream for both right and left hands. Truly a remarkable and rare instrument from one of history's most important luthiers.
