New Darren Hippner flamencas for $1265?!!

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GuitarVlog

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New Darren Hippner flamencas for $12...

Look at this auction on eBay!

Darren Hippner Santos Hernandez eBay auction

He has more than 10 in production to sell. That price is unreal.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 25 2009 10:09:14

kovachian

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

You're right, that is an insane price for a luthier-built guitar. I'm thinking his scale of production has something to do with his low prices.

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GuitarVlog

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

There's a similar discussion at delcamp.net. Pepe Vergara says Hippner can do it because he supports his guitar making business with other jobs.

http://www.delcamp.net/forum/en/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=37890

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 25 2009 12:56:32

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

who is this guy?

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GuitarVlog

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to HemeolaMan)

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ORIGINAL: HemeolaMan

who is this guy?

He's better known in the classical guitar world but he's been doing flamenco guitars for a while too. He's sort of a working-man's luthier. His prices are more affordable.

http://www.hippnerclassicalguitars.com/HippnerGuitars.html

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 26 2009 12:06:06

Arash

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

How does he build all these 15 guitars until June (in 2 months) ?

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GuitarVlog

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to Arash)

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How does he build all these 15 guitars until June (in 2 months) ?

These were started a number of months ago and they are reportedly fully-assembled and just need finishing.

Down to 8 left. I'm debating whether to get one. I don't think I deserve anything better than my Yamaha yet. It's tempting since he normally sells these for $2500.

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I looked around. It looks like they sell for about $1900. So the discount is really closer to 33%.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 26 2009 17:38:32

Arash

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

Does anyone has a video or an audio of the flamenco guitars?

I just could find some classical guitar videos on youtube from him.
Without having seen or heard flamenco guitars from him, it is a bit risky to order.

Another question: does he also ship internationally? (like to Germany)

And another question: do you think that all these guitars are built with the same attention and the same woods quality as if he was building them in the past for 2500 $ ?

This ebay offer would be about 900 Euros for me which would be also interesting!

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

I hope its a good guitar! Good luck.

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Arash

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

Thanks.
Actually it sounds good (although the audio is not played flamenco, you can hear that it seams to be a good flamenco guitar).

Only 5 guitars left now! (and nearly 1000 views of the offer)
So many Niggards out there robing the piggy bank now before its too late ! j/k

Itching to rob the piggy bank too and click on the mouse button and buy one! ....hmm.....

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

I took it off my eBay watch list. I can't stand it. I know it might be a one-time chance but I can't afford to raid the piggy bank this early yet.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 27 2009 8:20:05

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to Arash)

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This ebay offer would be about 900 Euros for me which would be also interesting!

Don't forget you'll probably (almost definitely) have to pay import duty/ tax on it. In the UK at least I think that will add about 18-19% to the price.

... Did that help or hinder your decision??!!

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 27 2009 8:35:12

Arash

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to domzo)

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quote:

This ebay offer would be about 900 Euros for me which would be also interesting!

Don't forget you'll probably (almost definitely) have to pay import duty/ tax on it. In the UK at least I think that will add about 18-19% to the price.

... Did that help or hinder your decision??!!

yeah , i considered this after posting, still the offer is good.

But now i am thinking about to wait .....maybe we will have more such offers this year due to bad economic situation....thats a little mean to think like this, but hey, i am suffering very much too in my job (which is dealing with steals etc.)..... and everyone wants to make a good deal....so..

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

I recall reading that his guitars are warranted for only 90 days for splits and cracks in the wood. I checked his site and could not find a statement about this again. If I was considering buying a guitar from Hippner I would ask about this policy first.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 27 2009 8:49:41

Stephen Eden

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

how does he make 48 to 52 guitars a year! and maintain a day job!?! the guys i know whom have all been making for more than 10 years are on between 10 and 15 a year. thats 4 seperate luthiers.

has he a small factory set up or just does he not no how to sleep!!

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 28 2009 2:26:28

kovachian

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

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how does he make 48 to 52 guitars a year! and maintain a day job!?! the guys i know whom have all been making for more than 10 years are on between 10 and 15 a year. thats 4 seperate luthiers.

has he a small factory set up or just does he not no how to sleep!!

I don't know, and I cannot and will not speak for Hippner. But I can tell you that it's certainly possible for a luthier to achieve a higher-than-average level of production by using as many pre-made parts as possible. For instance, if you use pre-made necks, that alone speeds up production significantly.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 28 2009 8:05:04

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to Stephen Eden)

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the guys i know whom have all been making for more than 10 years are on between 10 and 15 a year.

That surely is possible: wake up at 10 AM, have siesta 2 to 4 PM and close the shop at 5 PM.

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Arash

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to Stephen Eden)

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how does he make 48 to 52 guitars a year!

Ask Conde.

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Stephen Eden

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

Perhaps he has a few aprentices or employee's i guess 3-4 people could make that happen? how else could he comment on not making much money and having a turnover of about $100,000

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RE: New Darren Hippner flamencas for... (in reply to GuitarVlog)

Darren Hippner Grand Concert Special Conde Orange Flamenco Guitar for Sale

http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee190/duallaugh/Hippner%20Grand%20Concert%20SS/?action=view¤t=86a88120.pbw

"The current wait period for a Darren Hippner Guitar is 6-8 months. Standard models start at $2,500 and deluxe at $3,500 with additional options available." This is a Grand Concert Model with striking custom "Conde Orange" finish and black golpeadores" (Quoted from Darren's Website)
Specs: Spruce top, Cypresss sides, Port Orford back, Ebony fingerboard with reinforced Cedar neck. This guitar has a complex array of tones and can be used for multiple styles of playing. It has an internally repaired/reinforced crack on the treble side of the lower soundboard which is stable but noticeable in certain light due to a thin bead line of glue which was squeezed out while during the repair. Offers/trades considered. As I mentioned the color is stunning, especially with the custom black tap plates.

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