According to the dictionary, the word ‘rhapsody’ means: ‘an effusively enthusiastic or ecstatic expression of feeling.’ This is an appropriate name for this 2021 16″ Archtop from John Buscarino. It features 100-year-old aged and seasoned Sitka spruce on top, with lightly figured and flamed mahogany for the back and sides. The guitar includes Buscarino’s signature leaf soundport, EVO frets, a Buscarino humbucker paired with a James May Ultratonic pickup system that can be blended via controls on the floating pickguard, which is made of Malaysian Blackwood. Nearly every other appointment on this guitar — including the fingerboard, adjustable bridge, tailpiece, and headplate — is also crafted from Malaysian Blackwood.
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John’s guitars are always stellar and unique. The range of tones you can pull from this archtop is truly remarkable. Whether you're a dedicated jazz player or just exploring the world of archtops, this guitar will appeal to anyone with a discerning ear and an appreciation for comfort in an instrument. I also really love the use of Malaysian Blackwood here — it adds something special. 
I've yet to be less than impressed by John's work. Be it steel string, crossover, archtop or otherwise, his fit and finish is top notch, plus the neck feel and playability perfect. This Rhapsody AT has all of that and more in a lightweight 16" build. EVO frets and a combination Buscarino humbucker-James May Ultra Tonic pickup system to boot. | Scale Length | 25 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.75 in |
| String Spacing | 2.125 in |
| Woods | Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany |
According to the dictionary, the word 'rhapsody' means: 'an effusively enthusiastic or ecstatic expression of feeling.' This is an appropriate name for this 2021 16" Archtop from John Buscarino. It features 100-year-old aged and seasoned Sitka spruce on top, with lightly figured and flamed mahogany for the back and sides
John’s guitars are always stellar and unique. The range of tones you can pull from this archtop is truly remarkable
I've yet to be less than impressed by John's work. Be it steel string, crossover, archtop or otherwise, his fit and finish is top notch, plus the neck feel and playability perfect Select at least 2 products
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