Garda Benaco Elite Bass

$6,649.00

The star of NAMM 2025, this handcrafted boutique bass guitar from Italy is as much a work of art as it is a professional instrument. Built by the master luthiers of Garda, it has been fully rebuilt and refinished before returning to the U.S., ensuring flawless condition and performance. With its stunning craftsmanship, exceptional playability, and world-class tone, this bass stands among the finest instruments available to discerning musicians.

This innovative 4-string bass features a unique through-body bridge system, delivering unmatched resonance, perfect intonation, and enhanced string tension. Its layered body design creates rich acoustic resonance that carries seamlessly when amplified. Practical innovations include a heel-plate truss rod adjustment, eliminating the need to remove the neck or headstock cover—making setup quick, precise, and stress-free without risking damage to the finish.

Tone is powered by dual Delano SBC 4 pickups paired with a Delano Sonar preamp, offering a versatile sound palette from warm lows to articulate highs. A push-button control with blue ring light provides a foolproof visual indicator for active electronics.

This instrument also includes a custom hard case, which sustained shipping damage but protected the bass completely. An allowance has been applied so the buyer may select a replacement case of their choosing.

The star of NAMM 2025, this handcrafted boutique bass guitar from Italy is as much a work of art as it is a professional instrument. Built by the master luthiers of Garda, it has been fully rebuilt and refinished before returning to the U.S., ensuring flawless condition and performance. With its stunning craftsmanship, exceptional playability, and world-class tone, this bass stands among the finest instruments available to discerning musicians.

This innovative 4-string bass features a unique through-body bridge system, delivering unmatched resonance, perfect intonation, and enhanced string tension. Its layered body design creates rich acoustic resonance that carries seamlessly when amplified. Practical innovations include a heel-plate truss rod adjustment, eliminating the need to remove the neck or headstock cover—making setup quick, precise, and stress-free without risking damage to the finish.

Tone is powered by dual Delano SBC 4 pickups paired with a Delano Sonar preamp, offering a versatile sound palette from warm lows to articulate highs. A push-button control with blue ring light provides a foolproof visual indicator for active electronics.

This instrument also includes a custom hard case, which sustained shipping damage but protected the bass completely. An allowance has been applied so the buyer may select a replacement case of their choosing.

Body

Finish: Torquise Top With Black Burst

Body Wood: Roasted Basswood

Top Wood: Flamed Poplar

Neck

Scale: 34

Wood: Roasted Flame Maple

Fretboard: Olive Wood

Frets: 22 Medium Low Jumbo Nickel-Silver

Radius: Compound 12”-16”

Shape: Modern C - J Style 0.82”-0.90”

Nut: 1.57” Bone

Electronics

Pickups: Delano SBC4

Preamp: Delano Sonar

Controls :Volume/Balance, High, Mid/Frequency, Bass, Passive/Active Button

Hardware

Tuners: Hipshot Ultra Lite

Pickguard: ABS Matte Magnet Fit

Bridge: Garda String Through System

Knobs: Garda Custom Chrome/Black Torquise

Hardware Finish: Chrome

Other

Hand signed and stamped Certificate of Authenticity in Custom Cork Folio

Garda Custom Hardcase (damaged, see description and photos)

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