Le Chitarre del Malo

The Instruments of Le Chitarre del Malo
Behind every creation signed Le Chitarre del Malo lies the ingenuity and sensitivity of Gianluca “Malo” Malavasi, a craftsman and visionary driven by an inexhaustible passion for the guitar and the authentic expression of sound. His works blend provocative design, iconic inspirations, and artisanal craftsmanship that defies conventions. His philosophy is rooted in blues, his musical foundation: instinctive, immediate, sincere. Much like a two-chord progression opening the door to the unpredictable. Each instrument is therefore a statement of intent, an extension of the soul of its player.

The Collection
The catalog of Le Chitarre del Malo stands out for its stylistic variety and ability to reinvent historic shapes through a completely personal aesthetic and sonic language. Respectful yet irreverent tributes to classic models can be found:

LP Style: for those seeking full sustain and the warm tone of rock origins.
Strato: versatility and ergonomics, with new variants like the “Malo Strato Chic” in HSH configuration.
Tele: reinterpreted with a unique identity in the “Tele Malo Belle Epoque.”
Travel Guitar: compact mini guitars with a regular neck and 3/4 body, designed for traveling musicians.
Cigar Box Guitar: essential, direct instruments, rich in folk history.

Alongside these emerge very original models like the Stone Malo – a guitar with a marble finish – and the Malo SteamPunk, a true exercise in sonic aesthetics. Some instruments combine elements from different models in innovative fusions, such as the Stratus, which merges a Telecaster body with Stratocaster-style pickups (two hot rails and one humbucker).

Construction Philosophy, Techniques, and Materials
Each instrument is born from a mixed process of artisanal craftsmanship and mechanical interventions, where the human touch always remains central. Gianluca Malavasi selects non-standard components to give each creation a distinctive voice: unconventional potentiometers, unusual pickups – like P90 EarDog-style single coils or custom humbuckers – contribute to a precise sonic identity. This is complemented by careful aesthetic study, with textures, finishes, and decorations that transform the guitar into a visual as well as sonic artwork. Every detail – from the headstock to the plastics – reflects an authorial vision.