2009 Buscarino Rhapsody - Acoustic Guitar
John Buscarino's Rhapsody is unique in the guitar world in that it pairs a carved arched back with a flattop. This combination produces voice that blends the energy and attack of a steel string with the clarity and separation of an archtop guitar. This one is Adirondack Red Spruce over Bolivian Rosewood, aka Pau Ferro and includes a side soundport. It has good headroom and power and is very versatile. From Jazz to Fingerstyle to strumming you'll feel right at home.
Audio played by Al Petteway
Artists who play instruments by this builder: George Benson, Russell Malone, Steve Morse, Ron Affif, Gene Bertoncini, Ken Hatfield, Corey Christiansen, Kenny Poole, Gary Larson (Far Side), Albert Lee, Mike Miller, Scott Chinnery, Robert Yelin
John Buscarino's Rhapsody is unique in the guitar world in that it pairs a carved arched back with a flattop. This combination produces voice that blends the energy and attack of a steel string with the clarity and separation of an archtop guitar. This one is Adirondack Red Spruce over Bolivian Rosewood, aka Pau Ferro and includes a side soundport. It has good headroom and power and is very versatile. From Jazz to Fingerstyle to strumming you'll feel right at home.
- Woods & Trim
- Back/Sides: Bolivian Rosewood (Pau Ferro)
- Top Wood: Adirondack (Red) Spruce
- Fingerboard: Ebony, Stainless Steel Frets
- Neck Wood: Maple, 3 Piece
- Bridge: Ebony
- Rosette: Custom, Interwoven Abalone and Mother of Pearl
- Binding: Flamed Koa
- Fingerboard Bindings: Ebony
- Headplate: Ebony
- Headstock Bindings: None
- Headstock Inlay: Builder Logo
- Top Trim: Wood Lines
- Back Strip: None
- Fret Markers: None
- Tuners: Schaller
- Tuner Finish: Gold With Ebony Buttons
- Measurements
- Body Size: Large
- Scale: 25 in. (635 mm)
- Nut Width: 1 3/4 in. (44.5 mm)
- String Spacing: 2 1/16 in. (52.3 mm)
- Body Length: 20 1/4 in.
- Upper Bout: 11 3/4 in.
- Lower Bout: 16 in.
- Serial #: RC03102209
- Body Depth @Neck Heel: 4 in.
- Body Depth @Tail Block: 4 in.
- Frets to body: 14
- Extras
- Cutaway: Venetian
- Pickguard: Ebony
- Case: Ameritage
- Pickup: Buscarino Implant with Preamp
- Condition: Mint
Player Reviews:
"John Buscarino has designed a versatile guitar with his Rhapsody. Our clients have enjoyed them for Fingerstyle Jazz to Blues to solo work or strumming. It seems to morph as needed. This one plays beautifully and features John's Implant Pickup that is built into the bridgeplate. The Maple neck feels great. " - Paul Heumiller
"This one has a nice buttery sound and lots of sustain. Good for flatpicking and fingerpicking." - Al Petteway
