Di Giorgio Tipo Autor 34 (1960s)

The Tipo Autor ( Type Author ) model was one of the top factory models of the 1960s, made until the early 70s. Thanks to Rob for sharing this fine example from the middle of the 1960s.

Di Giorgio Ordem 30 (1960s)

During the 1960s the Di Giorgio factory produced a range of models under the name Ordem (Order). These can be found in various model numbers from 18 to 36, likely corresponding to their equivalent mainline number. ( ie Ordem 28 similar to Classico 28 ) This example numbered 30, was likely made during the early 1960s. Note...

Di Giorgio Estudante 18 1976

The Estudante ( Student ) model is a lower model in the factory series. Suitable for all levels of skill, the model was made from the 1960s up to present. This example is from 1976 and shows the Flower Motif Sticker found on some models from 1976.

Som D’ouro Rio 1977

Som D'ouro guitars can be viewed as part of the Di Giorgio family, sharing some models and label references to either Di Giorgio or Reinaldo Proetti ( Head of the Di Giorgio factory). For more information on Som D'ouro guitars, see: Di Giorgio & Som D'ouro This Som D'ouro Rio model is from 1977.

Di Giorgio Bel Som 36 (1960s)

The Bel Som (Beautiful Sound) model, sometimes printed as Bel Son, was manufactured during the 1960s to 1990s. It is the highest model in the factory series. This example, likely from the middle of the 1960s features a solid Pine Top, solid Jacarandá sides, laminated Jacarandá bottom, Cedar neck & fingerboard in Jacarandá from São Paulo.

Di Giorgio Tarrega 1972

Named after the Spanish composer and classical guitarist Francisco Tárrega, the Tarrega model is part of the Professional Series. First prototyped in the late 1960s, the Tarrega with an oval shaped sound hole is perhaps best known as the guitar of João Gilberto during the second half of his career. This example is from 1972.

Di Giorgio Havana 1978

The Havana model began limited production in the late 1970s and is still within Di Giorgio's range today. If you have this model from the 1970s or know more about it, please leave a comment or make contact via the Contact page.

Di Giorgio Signorina Luxo 1965

The Signorina Luxo ( Miss Luxury ) model was manufactured during the 1960s as a premium version of the Signorina 16 model. Slightly smaller in body size, the Signorina Luxo can be considered as a mid to high range factory model. This reconditioned example is from 1965.

Di Giorgio Romeo 3 1973

The Romeo models (1, 2, 3 ) named after the founder of the company Romeo Di Giorgio, are part of the Professional Series. Produced during the 1960s into the 1970s & beyond. This Romeo 3 example is from 1973 and features a unique headstock in Brown without the Flower Carving.

Di Giorgio Artistico 32 1964

The Artistico model was produced during the 1960s. It is a mid to high end factory guitar. This early example from 1964, features a headstock in plain black and non original tuners.

Di Giorgio Classico 28 1976

The Classico model appears in the 1960s, commonly in the 1970s and onwards. It is a mid range factory model. This example is from 1976.

Di Giorgio Tipo Autor 34 (1960s)

The Tipo Autor ( Type Author ) model was one of the top factory models of the 1960s, made until the early 70s. This example is from the middle of the 1960s.

Di Giorgio Ordem 36 1965

During the 1960s the Di Giorgio factory produced a range of models under the name Ordem (Order). These can be found in various model numbers from 18 to 36, likely corresponding to their equivalent mainline number. ( ie Ordem 28 similar to Classico 28 ) Thanks to Brendan for sharing this Ordem 36 example from 1965.

Di Giorgio Bora Bora 1974

Bora Bora is box shaped model, produced in 6 & 12 string variants during the 1970s & 1980s. This design may also be found named Rancho with or without the Som D'ouro label branding. This example from 1974 has a pine top, Pau Ferro back & sides, and a cedar neck. Above: This design has...

Di Giorgio Signorina Luxo 34 1968

The Signorina Luxo ( Miss Luxury ) model was manufactured during the 1960s as a premium version of the Signorina 16 model. Slightly smaller in body size, the Signorina Luxo can be considered as a mid to high range factory model. Thanks to Henrique for sharing this great example from 1968.

Di Giorgio Artista 18 1972

Artista ( Artist ) is a low range factory model produced in the early 1970s in small numbers. This example from 1972 has a Pine Top, with back and sides in laminated Pau Ferro.

Di Giorgio Invictus 30 (1960s)

The Invictus (unconquered) model was manufactured during the 1960s until the early 1970s. It is a mid range factory model, not found in large numbers. This restored example is likely from the middle of the 1960s.

Di Giorgio Nostalgia 38 1977

The Nostaliga model is a high range factory model produced for a short period in the mid 1970s. It is likely that Nostaliga was a prototype for Guarany C2 or the model named was changed in 1978. The example from 1977 shows a smaller rosette, unlike other Nostalgia examples noted with a wide floral rosette.

Di Giorgio Autor 3 1972

The Autor (Author) was perhaps the flagship model of the Di Giorgio company for many years, used by many Brazilian artists on their most well known recordings. This example is from 1972 & shows Horvath tuners from the 1960s. Made from: Top in solid pine, sides in solid rosewood, bottom in laminated rosewood, neck in cedar, fingerboard...

Di Giorgio Amazonia 30 1976

The Amazonia model began production in the early 1970s until the 1990s. It is a mid range factory model. Usually made with back & sides in Pau-marfim, giving the Amazonia a cream/yellow appearance. This example is from 1976. The headstock shows a shape variant, seen on some models during the late 1960s and again during 1976, usually with a flower...