H. Jimenez

H. Jimenez

Also known as: H Jimenez, H. Jimenez Instruments, Hilario Jimenez

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H. Jimenez is a builder of Latin American stringed instruments founded by Sr. Hilario "Layo" Jimenez and distributed in North America by KHS America. The instruments are handcrafted in Mexico, and the line centers on the traditional ensemble voices of regional Mexican music — bajo quintos, vihuelas, guitarrones, and requintos — alongside nylon- and steel-string guitars, violins, and electric ba...

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H. Jimenez is a builder of Latin American stringed instruments founded by Sr. Hilario "Layo" Jimenez and distributed in North America by KHS America. The instruments are handcrafted in Mexico, and the line centers on the traditional ensemble voices of regional Mexican music — bajo quintos, vihuelas, guitarrones, and requintos — alongside nylon- and steel-string guitars, violins, and electric bass models.

The brand is best known for its bajo quintos, the 10-string instrument paired with the accordion in Tex-Mex, Conjunto, and Norteño music. The catalog spans entry-level to high-end tiers, including the LBQ1 El Estándar, the LBQ2E El Músico, and the LBQ4 El Patrón, typically built with spruce tops, mahogany back and sides, rosewood fingerboards, and the company's "Thunderwing" adjustable saddle bridge. Acoustic-electric versions with onboard pickups and preamps are offered alongside purely acoustic models.

Beyond the core line, H. Jimenez produces themed runs such as the Colección de Galaxia, with bajo quintos like the Cosmic Nebula, Antares, Aurora Borealis, and Mexica Calendar featuring decorative inlay work and finishes. The instruments are sold through U.S. retailers including Guitar Center, Sweetwater, and regional Latin-music specialty stores.

H. Jimenez has 10 products cataloged on Equipboard, including Banjos, Electric Basses, and Lutes.

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