Benoit Lavoie · 2026
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This is a very special build from Canadian luthier Benoit Lavoie, a 16.5” archtop exhibited at the Rocky Mountain Archtop Guitar Festival. Aside from its extraordinary sound, the back is carved from a single piece of exquisitely figured bubinga. It also features a Ken Parker style neck joint, which allows for quick string height changes, under tension.
Specs / Measurements
2026
Adirondack spruce / One-piece quilted bubinga
“Small quilt” figured maple neck
~1.77” nut
~25” string length
~2.23” string spacing at saddle
Ken Parker style adjustable neck
Violin edges
Side sound port
Slotted headstock
Floating Kent Armstrong Pickup
Original hard case
Condition / Setup Notes
New; This guitar has never been owned and the condition reflects this, but it was displayed at a show and may display the slightest signs of handling. Current string height is about 5/64” to 4/64” from bass to treble, but easily adjusted under string tension with the provided hex wrench. Just a touch of relief, also adjustable.
Additional Thoughts
One of the most inspiring instruments I’ve had the pleasure of handling. It’s one of those guitars that the stunning visual design can be fully appreciated, because the sound is there, both acoustically and amplified; it is the full package. Perhaps the star of the show is the one-piece quilted bubinga back. Exceptionally figured, a single span of wood this nice is a true rarity. As a design feature the Parker-style neck joint is also prominent, which in addition to allowing quick string height changes maintains a consistent neck feel in the higher registers. I can’t say enough about this guitar, but will conclude by noting that the luthier’s work is in high demand, and commissions carry about a two year wait time.
SOLD - Expecting a 16” in blue burst soon, please inquire.
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Benoit Lavoie · 2026
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This is a very special build from Canadian luthier Benoit Lavoie, a 16.5” archtop exhibited at the Rocky Mountain Archtop Guitar Festival. Aside from its extraordinary sound, the back is carved from a single piece of exquisitely figured bubinga. It also features a Ken Parker style neck joint, which allows for quick string height changes, under tension.
Specs / Measurements
2026
Adirondack spruce / One-piece quilted bubinga
“Small quilt” figured maple neck
~1.77” nut
~25” string length
~2.23” string spacing at saddle
Ken Parker style adjustable neck
Violin edges
Side sound port
Slotted headstock
Floating Kent Armstrong Pickup
Original hard case
Condition / Setup Notes
New; This guitar has never been owned and the condition reflects this, but it was displayed at a show and may display the slightest signs of handling. Current string height is about 5/64” to 4/64” from bass to treble, but easily adjusted under string tension with the provided hex wrench. Just a touch of relief, also adjustable.
Additional Thoughts
One of the most inspiring instruments I’ve had the pleasure of handling. It’s one of those guitars that the stunning visual design can be fully appreciated, because the sound is there, both acoustically and amplified; it is the full package. Perhaps the star of the show is the one-piece quilted bubinga back. Exceptionally figured, a single span of wood this nice is a true rarity. As a design feature the Parker-style neck joint is also prominent, which in addition to allowing quick string height changes maintains a consistent neck feel in the higher registers. I can’t say enough about this guitar, but will conclude by noting that the luthier’s work is in high demand, and commissions carry about a two year wait time.
SOLD - Expecting a 16” in blue burst soon, please inquire.
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Listen
Watch performance 1 →
Watch performance 2 →
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