For Sale: BENETEAU - Slothead 12 FRET 000C no longer available

[jaylynch@yahoo.]

This is one gorgeous guitar, in appearance and sound. https://www.flickr.com/photos/258563...7648773776363/
Check out the sound samples found here:
http://www.guitargal.com/content/ben...-model-000-12c.

New guitar cost - $5800; I'm askingxxxxxx shipped within continental US.

2000 Beneteau model 000-12c
Honduran Rosewood B&S's. Engelman soundboard.
Ebony fretboard & bridge.
Slotted headstock with Waverly tuning machines & ivoroid buttons.
Curly Maple body binding.
Tortoiseshell style pick guard.
Ebony fretboard bindings.
An articulate and responsive fingerstyle guitar that projects very well and sounds amazing.

A 1 1/2" crack on the lower bout, bass side was professionally repaired by Bob Peterson - Angel Guitars - of Port St. Lucie, FL. It has not affected the sound.

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Except for the repair, this guitar is near mint.
Venetian Cutaway
Nut Width:1 13/16"
Saddle Spacing:2 3/16"
Scale Length: 25.375"
Frets to Body: 12
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Marc Beneteau's guitars have been chosen by two time North American Fingerstyle Champion Don Ross, world renowned Celtic guitarist, Tony McManus as well as top players, Craig D’Andrea, David Gillis, Paul Asbell, Del Vezeau,and Ray Montford. He has been building guitars since 1974 after meeting Jean Larrivee.



“Since opening his first shop in 1974, Marc has been continuously refining his skills as an acoustic guitar builder. Working alone, not only is he responsible for the entire construction and finishing process, but also custom makes all his own purflings and bindings as well as processing (resawing) most of his tonewoods. Working this way may be more labour intensive, but it gives Marc total control over all aspects of design and construction, so necessary in the building of high quality instruments. “ Luthier’s Collection



“Every guitar is a challenge filled with variances and nuance. It is for this reason that I work alone, carefully ensuring the highest standards throughout every step of the way. “ - Marc Beneteau

[zahirdy]

How about honduran rosewood compared to EIR?

[Guitars44me]

I just got my Bene 00012 back after a fret dress/setup. It just has the most beautiful sound! my wife commented how much she likes it, and she hears all my guitars. she has great ears!
If you want 00012c, You can not go wrong here folks!!!
Cheers!
Paul

[palolowarrior]

...and jay is just great to work with!

[jaylynch@yahoo.]

I appreciate the comments. I've got mixed feelings about letting this one go. .

Beneteau - bridge saddle top view by jaylynch46, on Flickr Beneteau - neck-body by jaylynch46, on Flickr

[rcalcutta]

As a previous owner of this guitar I can attest that it is indeed very special.

Easy playing and a very rich tone. No way to go wrong here.

Jay is a great guy, deal in complete confidence.

[Cocobolo Kid]

I talked with Marc not too long ago, and he mentioned to me that he really likes how his guitars sound with Honduran rosewood back and sides. It seemed to be a favorite tonewood of his.

I have a Beneteau Concert Standard with an Englemann spruce top, and the sound is beautiful for fingerstyle: open, resonant with a nice, complex woody tone. It's a keeper for me for sure.

Best of luck with the sale.

[jaylynch@yahoo.]

Thanks John. +1 for Marc's observations on Honduran rosewood. This is an amazing guitar.

[jaylynch@yahoo.]

Honduran rosewood is very striking on this instrument. The Engelman soundboard sings out fantastically!


Untitled by jaylynch46, on Flickr Beneteau - body rear by jaylynch46, on Flickr

[Guitars44me]

Hard to believe this is still unsold! These Beneteau 12 frets are outstanding! Someone will be happy...
Cheers!
Paul

[BKENNA]

I have a Beneteau 000c, It is one guitar that is staying with me until either I can no longer play or I am expired! A Beneteau just keeps getting better and better as it ages.

This one being offered here is absolutely one of the best guitar deals on the AGF site right now, if not the absolute best deal sound, price and quality wise.

If you want a keeper, Get this and you will not want to let it go.

BK

[Mooh]

Tempting. Other than a friend's classical I can't remember playing a Beneteau 12 fret.

[Transylvania]

Originally Posted by Mooh

Tempting. Other than a friend's classical I can't remember playing a Beneteau 12 fret.

They are a treat!

[ukejon]

What a sweet Fingerstyle guitar!

[jaylynch@yahoo.]

I tuned it down a step and it plays and sounds even better! This is an incredible guitar.