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 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...

Som D’ouro Brasilia 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 Brasilia model is from 1977.

Di Giorgio Guarany 1979

The Guarany (or Guarany C2 ) model was built in the late 1970s to the early 1980s in a classical style. The name is perhaps a reference to the Guarany ( Guaraní ) indigenous peoples of South America. Guarany models feature a large flower motif on the back of the guitar body. This example is from 1979.

Som D’ouro Brasilia (1970s)

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 The year of this Som D'ouro Brasilia is unknown....

Di Giorgio Guarany 1979

The Guarany (or Guarany C2 ) model was built in the late 1970s to the early 1980s in a classical style. The name is perhaps a reference to the Guarany ( Guaraní ) indigenous peoples of South America. Guarany models feature a large flower motif on the back of the guitar body. This example is from 1979.

Som D’ouro Conservatório 2 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 Conservatório 2 example is from 1977....

Di Giorgio Signorina 16 1979

The Signorina (Miss / Young Lady) model was manufactured during the 1960s to present day. It is the entry level model and is smaller in size. This example with the Som D'ouro headstock stamp is from 1979. The wide rosette is usually found on the Guarany model.

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 from 1976 features a unique printed flower motif on the headstock. This motif is a different design to the Som D'ouro...

Di Giorgio Guarany 1978

The Guarany (or Guarany C2 ) model was built in the late 1970s to the early 1980s in a classical style. The name is perhaps a reference to the Guarany ( Guaraní ) indigenous peoples of South America. Guarany models feature a large flower motif on the back of the guitar body. This example from 1978 displays...

Di Giorgio Nostalgia 38 1976

The Nostaliga model is a high range factory model produced for a short period in the mid 1970s. The example shown below from 1976, is identical to the Guarany C2 model that appears in 1978. It is possible that Nostaliga was a prototype for Guarany or the model named was changed in 1978.

Di Giorgio Bel Som 36 1975 (7 String)

The 7 string guitar (violão de sete cordas) is popular with Choro musicians in Brazil. The counterpoint accompaniment style (baixaria) was developed throughout the 20th century, mastered by the likes of Dino Sete Cordas & Raphael Rabello. Since the turn of the century, guitarists such as Yamandu Costa have continued to build the 7 string repertoire. For...

Di Giorgio & Som D’ouro

Som D'ouro  ( Sound of Gold ) was a guitar factory in Brazil during the 1970s. The factory shared some connection with the Di Giorgio Company & were possibly acquired by Di Giorgio. From the mid 1970s Di Giorgio & Som D'ouro branding appears on some factory models. These guitars have the standard 1970s Di...