2009 Ron Bushman Brazilian Rosewood Reyes flamenco negra

Another one part of my personal collection from one of the highest regarded flamenco luthiers in the USA (California) Ron Bushman. He's been retired for many years now but he is up there with in the top 5 of US flamenco builders. This one is a Reyes model with a fantastic spruce top and gorgeous Brazilian rosewood back and sides. Neck shape is flamenco thin and fast. Apart from the beauty, she's a canon with strong mid-range and complex sweet trebles and bass is not overpowering. NO CRACKS whatsoever. I've used this guitar recently for studio recording and live concerts (see video).

655mm scale - 53mm nut (just like Reyes).

Upgraded Schaller top of line GrandTune machine tuners.

With luthier installed top of the line K&K classic pick-up. Great passive pickup very a very balanced sound.

From GSI (Guitar Salon International):

Ron Bushman had a long career as a mechanical engineer and built flamenco guitars in his spare time. They were known for the precise build quality you'd expect from an engineer and for their authentic Spanish voice. When Ron retired, he increased his guitar making, and his last 15 or so guitars, built on the Reyes plan, were his best yet. He has now retired from guitar building as well, and to our knowledge, this is the last one he built.

While its volume and responsiveness first get your attention, the tonal complexity, perfect balance and extreme ease of play are the real standouts here. This guitar if nearly effortless for the left hand. Cosmetics are top notch too, with a very refined aesthetic, high end Sloane tuners, and pristine condition. The top is French polish for the best sonics, while the back and sides are lacquer for durability.