Sergei Rusakov built his first guitar in 1995, marking his remarkable three-decade journey in constructing classical, flamenco, and acoustic guitars. Utilising the finest tonewoods, employing traditional Spanish assembly and finishing techniques, he achieves a harmonious blend of resonances throughout the instrument. His unique technique, refined over decades, plays a pivotal role in attaining these exceptional acoustic qualities. Sergei, who is originally from Saint Petersburg, Russia, relocated to Albania in 2022. His new workshop is located on the beautiful coastal city of Durres. He has two luthier-made classical guitars now available for sale. The waiting time for newly custom-made guitars is up to three months.
Workshop
The Spanish Approach
Sergei has won rave independent reviews for his Spanish guitar-making technique from José María Gallardo del Rey – the world-renowned guitarist and composer who is known in the world of flamenco. Watch del Rey's video (with Sergei's guitar)– and listen to the demo video by Andrey Balalin (right).
READY-TO-BUY INSTRUMENTS
BY LUTHIER SERGEI RUSAKOV
CLASSICAL / FLAMENCO GUITAR
Built 2023, Price On Ask
Built based on Torres construction with modifications makes her both good for classical and flamenco music. It has a low saddle for flamenco playing included. Tone is very clear with good projection.
Top: Caucasian Spruce AAA
Back/Sides: Indian Rosewood
Neck: Spanish Cedar
Fingerboard: Ebony
Tuning Machines: Schaller GrandTune with Snakewood Buttons
Finish: French polish
Scale: 650mm
Neck Width: 50mm
CLASSICAL / FLAMENCO GUITAR
Built 2023, Price On Ask
Built based on Torres construction with modifications makes her both good for classical and flamenco music. It has a low saddle for flamenco playing included. Tone is very clear with good projection.
Top: Caucasian Spruce AAA
Back/Sides: Indian Rosewood
Neck: Spanish Cedar
Fingerboard: Ebony
Tuning Machines: Schaller GrandTune with Snakewood Buttons
Finish: French polish
Scale: 650mm
Neck Width: 50mm
BY LUTHIER SERGEI RUSAKOV
CLASSICAL GUITAR
Built 2023, Price On Ask
A classical Spanish construction based on early Ramirez guitars and Miguel Rodríguez's work. The top of this guitar is made of very well-aged Carpathian spruce (at least 15 years). This guitar has a distinctive "singing" voice, warm and deep.
Top: Carpathian Spruce
Back/Sides: Indian Rosewood
Neck: Spanish Cedar
Fingerboard: Ebony
Tuning Machines: Schaller, "Hauser", with Ebony Buttons
Finish: French polish
Scale: 650mm
Neck Width: 50mm
CLASSICAL GUITAR
Built 2023, Price On Ask
A classical Spanish construction based on early Ramirez guitars and Miguel Rodríguez's work. The top of this guitar is made of very well-aged Carpathian spruce (at least 15 years). This guitar has a distinctive "singing" voice, warm and deep.
Top: Carpathian Spruce
Back/Sides: Indian Rosewood
Neck: Spanish Cedar
Fingerboard: Ebony
Tuning Machines: Schaller, "Hauser", with Ebony Buttons
Finish: French polish
Scale: 650mm
Neck Width: 50mm
~Notable~
There is a wonderfully rich intensity to the tone of Sergei Rusakov's guitars, creating a profoundly satisfying auditory experience. The full-bodied resonance emanating from these instruments, coupled with their superb projection, further enhances the overall musical quality, making them a true delight for discerning musicians and enthusiasts.
There is a wonderfully rich intensity to the tone of Sergei Rusakov's guitars, creating a profoundly satisfying auditory experience. The full-bodied resonance emanating from these instruments, coupled with their superb projection, further enhances the overall musical quality, making them a true delight for discerning musicians and enthusiasts.
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