Benedetto Guitars From J Hale Music

As you may or may not know Benedetto Guitars has discontinued it's relationship with Fender guitars and is now producing a new line of instruments bearing the same model names as before. The designs have been subtly changed but the quality and great tone are just the same if not better.

From 1999-2006, Benedetto had a licensing agreement with Fender Musical Instruments to produce his models in a small, controlled manufacturing environment. In 2006, Benedetto joined forces with Howard Paul to bring Benedetto Guitars to the next level, manufacturing a broad line of more affordable professional instruments without compromising the unparalleled Benedetto worldwide reputation for singular quality. The new company is located in Savannah, Georgia, and will play a part in both the business and cultural communities.


Now, as of March 31, 2011, the Professional Series instruments are only available for purchase directly from Benedetto. This includes Bravo, Bravo Deluxe, Bambino, Bambino Deluxe and the Pat Martino Model. The Benny Deluxe and the standard Andy models have been discontinued.

 

Benedetto Bambino: As its name implies, the Bambino is a baby in size but with a big voice. This extraordinary model is a prayer answered for the musician with a lot of time on the road. Its lightweight and compact 14 1/2 " body is easily manageable in airport traffic or taxis. It features a laminated maple top and back, a maple neck shaped for playing comfort as only a Benedetto can be. Two nickel plated Benedetto A6 pickups. it's all you'll ever need! So, if you're looking for the tone of a big jazz box but need the compact comfort of a smaller guitar, this model was made for you. Click the Benedetto logo for more pictures and details. Instrument features 14 1/2" laminate construction with pressed solid spruce top, flamed maple rims, flamed laminate maple back, rim depth is 2 1/4", ebony tailpiece and compensated ebony bridge, ebony pickguard, twin built-in Benedetto A6 pickups with coil tap controls, top mounted master volume/tone controls with ebony knobs, 22 fret ebony fingerboard signature 12th fret abalone inlay, American maple neck, Gotoh tuners, nut width is 1 11/16", scale length 25 ", nitrocellulose finish. Includes Benedetto logo hardshell case. Click on video below for a demonstration of this instrument, click on thumbnail pictures for a full size view

Now Only Available Directly From Benedetto,

Antiqueburst and Honey Blonde Finish shown below. Both are sold. Order yours today - Call or email for details!



Benedetto Bravo Deluxe: Instrument features 16" laminate construction with pressed solid spruce top, flamed maple rims, flamed laminate maple back, rim depth is 2 1/2", ebony tailpiece and compensated ebony bridge, ebony pickguard, single built-in Benedetto B6 pickup with coil tap controls, top mounted master volume/tone controls with ebony knobs, 22 fret ebony fingerboard signature 12th fret abalone inlay, American maple neck, Gotoh tuners, nut width is 1 3/4 ", scale length 25 ", nitrocellulose finish. Includes Benedetto logo hardshell case. Click on video below for a demonstration of this instrument, click on thumbnail pictures for a full size view. Click the Benedetto logo for more pictures and details.

Now Only Available Directly From Benedetto

 

Bravo with Georgia Peach Top and Espresso Back/Sides - SOLD

Benedetto Benny: The Benny, Benedetto's beautifully compact solid body electric guitar, is a true testament to the luthier's art. Designed for the player looking for a solid body Benedetto, and whose tastes are particular and without limitation - the Benny provides a surprisingly wide spectrum of classic and modern tones. It features a select carved spruce top and chambered mahogany body with a Florentine cutaway. The Benny is an extraordinarily warm and responsive guitar. Its twin A-6 humbucking pickups and custom switching system, which consists of a master volume, and master tone coil-tap and toggle switch; generates a myriad of tones not generally associated with carved top guitars. The Benny is truly a prince among electric guitars. Includes Benedetto logo hardshell case. Click on video below for a demonstration of this instrument, click on thumbnail pictures for a full size view. Click the Benedetto logo for more pictures and details

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Benny Deluxe with Natural finish - SOLD

Fratello
Crafted exclusively for the discriminating jazz traditionalist, the Benedetto Fratello is considered the benchmark archtop guitar. Featuring premium tonewoods imported from around the world, its beauty lies in the details. Custom-designed, mother-of-pearl stylised block inlays; Benedetto's acclaimed binding on its European spruce top, maple neck and ebony fingerrest; and its cello-style ebony tailpiece are standard fare on this guitar. Even its S-6 suspended, mini-humbucking pickup has been designed to mount to the pickguard - keeping the top free and clean for superior tonality. As with all Benedetto models, the Fratello is built under Bob's supervision - ensuring an inimitable instrument of the highest calibre. Click the Benedetto logo for more details. $19, 600.00 by special order
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Manhattan
The Manhattan has become the flagship of the Benedetto archtop line. Designed and made under the scrupulous supervision of Bob, the Manhattan consists of only the finest materials, designs and craftsmanship, including the Benedetto fine-lined binding package, unbound abbreviated ebony fingerrest and Benedetto cello-style tailpiece. Bob painstakingly selects the tonewoods, reviews the voicing and inspects each guitar before it leaves the shop - assuring the ultimate in archtop beauty, tonality and playability. Imitated but never equalled, the Manhattan has raised the standard of carved top guitars and is truly the instrument by which all other archtops are measured. Click the Benedetto logo for more pictures and details. $19,600.00 by special order.
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La Venezia
The La Venezia represents the pinnacle of pure acoustic archtop design, materials and craftsmanship - and is an accumulation and celebration of Robert Benedetto's experience as both a guitar and violin maker. Every aspect of this guitar has been designed, built and tuned to present the premium tonal palette for the most discriminating player. From its hand-selected European cello woods, ebony cello-style tailpiece, and finely carved re-curve in the top and back, to its aesthetically classic design - void of binding and inlays - La Venezia's beauty is unparalleled. And, its tone is unmatched. Warm lows, colourful midtones and shimmering highs can be effortlessly coaxed from this instrument, creating a piece of fine art that sounds impeccable in the studio or onstage, and - like the finest violins - will continue to produce exquisite music from generation to generation. Click the Benedetto logo for more pictures and details. $21,200.00 by special order.
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SOLD Fratello - Last One In Stock!!  See Pictures Below
Crafted exclusively for the discriminating jazz traditionalist, the Benedetto Fratello is considered the benchmark archtop guitar. As with the Manhatten Model, this instrument Features premium tonewoods imported from around the world, its beauty lies in the details. Custom-designed, mother-of-pearl stylized block inlays; Benedetto’s acclaimed binding on its European spruce top, maple neck and ebony fingerrest; and its cello-style ebony tailpiece are standard fare on this guitar. Even its S-6 suspended, mini-humbucking pickup has been designed to mount to the pickguard – keeping the top free and clean for superior tonality. Like every Benedetto archtop, the Fratello is built under Bob’s supervision – ensuring an inimitable instrument of the highest caliber. SOLD
  • Acoustic archtop (17” width, 3” depth)
  • Carved, hand-graduated and tuned master-grade European spruce top
  • X-braced European spruce bracing
  • Back and sides Carved, hand-graduated master-grade European flamed maple back with matching sides
  • Three-piece American flamed maple neck
  • 12” radius, ebony, with large traditional mother-of-pearl inlays fingerboard
  • 1 3/4” width, bone nut
  • 25” scale length
  • 21 frets
  • Schaller® Mini tuning machines with ebony buttons
  • Adjustable ebony bridge
  • One Benedetto S-6 pickup suspended mini-humbucking pickup with volume control mounted on the pickguard
  • Gold plated hardware
  • Gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish
  • COLORS: Claret, Antique Burst, Honey Blonde, Opulent Brown
  • Custom pure nickel (.012 - .052) strings
  • Deluxe hardshell Benedetto case


Click on thumbnails below to get a full size picture of the Fratello. Fabulous jazz guitar!

Check out websites of Benedetto Players

Howard Alden www.howardalden.com    Exlcusive site of Howard Alden

Frank Vignola www.frankvignola.com   Exclusive site of Frank Vignola

Bucky Pizzarelli www.riverwalk.org/proglist/showpromo/pizzarelli_b.htm   Lots of information on Bucky!