Since
Matelo Ferre began his long relationship with the Favino family; a
multitude of guitarists of all styles would walk into the Favino
workshop. Musicians ranging from Boulou Ferre, Hugues Aufray, George
Brassens and Joan Baez all played Favino guitars during their lifetime.
When French-Algerian singer-songwriter Enrico Macias made a request for
custom features; the "Modele Enrico Macias" was concieved. Two distinct
features found on all Macias models: Maple back and sides, and large
Nacrolaque fingerboard inlays. Gino Papiri (who worked in the workshop
of Favino until 1978) was one of the first to build highly decorated
guitars using this new MOP imitation material during the early 1930’s.
This
pristine example is close to mint. This guitar is one of a handful of
rare Macias models made to order with a cedar top. Back and sides are
constructed of a fine laminated maple. Neck is constructed in Favino
tradition of 5 pieces: 3 slabs of maple and 2 rosewood stringers. Bears
the original Jaques Favino label. Warm and lush mid range with an
astounding bass response and punch make this guitar adept in a multitude
of playing styles and genres. All original hardware is intact. Original
early SB machines with original galalith buttons that operate
flawlessly. A Favino "Big-Tone" system was installed by R.F Charle in
Paris; included with a "big-tone" system as well as an original non
pickup equipped bridge. Includes fitted Hiscox flight case.
