Guitar Maker

The NYPR Archive Collections | Jan 1, 2000

What is the difference between a cheap or expensive guitar if you don't have good reproducing equipment? Manuk Papazian, a guitar maker, speaks about his craft, praises Francois Tout (an illiterate craftsman who perfected his instruments), criticizes the Philharmonic's acoustics, and reveals that he derives great pleasure from cashing a pay check. 5:52


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