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Making An Archtop Guitar

Making An Archtop Guitar
Centerstream

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SKU AM1670
Author Robert Benedetto
Format Book
Duration 260 pages
Publisher Centerstream
 
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World¡renowned jazz guitar maker Robert Benedetto has written this comprehensive text detailing every step in making an acoustic archtop guitar. Benedetto has been handcrafting exceptional archtop guitars since 1968. His craftsmanship is highly regarded and his instruments played by many of the world's leading jazz guitarists. This book is the culmination of 26 years of experience. Every step of construction is generously described with 135 detailed computer illustrations as well as exquisite photography by acclaimed Chicago photographer Jonathan Levin. The special colour section features Benedetto Models including the new Renaissance Series; the 25th Anniversary Guitar and Stephane Grappelli's violin. There is also a complete list of Benedetto Archtop serial numbers and photos of endorsers. Over 140 photographs, 135 detailed illustrations and a colour section.

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