7-String Bravo Elite

Serial #S1853

We are proud to offer eight of Bob Benedetto’s personal instruments on consignment in Bob’s Boutique (the Benedetto Guitars webstore). There are four prototypes from Bob’s early 2000s licensing collaboration with Fender Musical Instruments, two unique instruments from the Benedetto Guitars Inc. workshop between 2006 and present, and two stunning examples from his home workshop dating as far back as 1980. Each is a treasure, has a great story, and was refreshed and inspected in our workshop allowing us to offer a 2-year limited warranty. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of jazz guitar history!  

2009 16” Bravo Elite 7-string Serial #S1853 Natural french polish and maple binding.  This is a beautiful 7-string built for Bob’s personal use with evidence of his time playing it. It was crafted by Bob Benedetto with Damon Mailand working at his side. Upon Bob’s retirement, Damon was appointed our Master Luthier, and this guitar was the vehicle to prove Damon’s skills.  Bob personally applied the French polish finish.