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Bespoke electric guitars and basses, handmade with precision and passion. Defining the sound of modern excellence.
GROOVIERA
A 6-string electric bass designed for uncompromised low-end clarity and sustain. Equipped with premium EMG electronics and top-tier hardware, Grooviera delivers a thunderous yet articulate tone that cuts through any mix.
Specifications
- Configuration: 6-String Bolt-On Construction with a 33" Scale Length for tight, punchy lows.
- Tonewoods: Hand-selected, premium tonewoods customizable to your aesthetic and tonal preferences.
- Nut: Hand-carved Ebony nut for superior sustain and tuning stability.
- Frets: 24 Jescar Nickel Silver frets, leveled and crowned for effortless playability.
- Pickups: Dual EMG 45TWX Active Humbuckers with Coil-Split for versatile tonal options.
- Preamp: EMG BQC/BQS System featuring a 3-Band EQ with sweepable midrange control.
- Bridge: High-mass Hipshot Bridge for maximum vibration transfer and sustain.
- Tuners: Precision tuning with options from Gotoh, Schaller, or Hipshot.
- Strings: Factory equipped with DR Black Dragon or La Bella Deep Talkin' Bass strings.
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THE AETHER
COMING SOONAvailable in 6, 7, or 8 strings, The Aether is the ultimate tool for the modern progressive guitarist. Featuring active EMG electronics and precision hardware, it offers effortless playability and versatile tonal shaping.
Specifications
- Scale Lengths: Optimized multiscale or standard lengths
- Tonewoods: Bespoke selection of premium tonewoods, fully customizable to your vision.
- Nut: Custom hand-carved Ebony nut ensuring perfect intonation and action.
- Frets: Dunlop Nickel Silver frets, expertly dressed for a smooth, fast playing surface.
- Pickups: EMG P85 / P60A Active Humbuckers providing high-output clarity and definition.
- Electronics: Advanced EMG BQC/BQS System with Active EQ for precise tone sculpting.
- Bridge: Schaller 3D-6 (6-String) or Gotoh/Hipshot Fixed Bridge (7/8-String) for rock-solid stability.
- Tuners: Locking tuners from Schaller, Gotoh, or Hipshot for quick changes and tuning stability.
- Strings: Premium DR Dragon Skin or La Bella Electric Series strings for long-lasting tone.
THE PROCESS
Building a master-grade instrument is a journey of patience, skill, and obsession with detail.
Philosophy & Availability
Each instrument is a singular creation, born from a dedication to tone and ergonomics. To maintain this standard of uncompromising quality, production is strictly limited to a small number of commissions per year. Please inquire for current build slots and wait times.
01
Wood Selection
Every instrument begins with the careful selection of premium tonewoods, aged to perfection for stability and resonance.
02
Hand Carving
Necks and bodies are shaped by hand, ensuring a comfortable, ergonomic feel that machines simply cannot replicate.
03
Precision Fretwork
Frets are installed, leveled, and dressed with microscopic precision for ultra-low action and effortless playability.
04
Assembly & Setup
Premium hardware and electronics are installed, followed by a meticulous setup tailored to your playing style.
GET IN TOUCH
Ready to start your build? Have questions about specs? Reach out and let's discuss your dream instrument.
To commission an instrument or inquire about availability, please email me directly. If you are interested in a specific model, mentioning it in the subject line helps me respond faster.
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or write to guitars@francescofarina.com
Workshop based in London, UK