The Twelfth Fret

National Triolian Resophonic Guitar

On December 17, 2010 /

Tags: national, Reso-Phonic, Resonator, single cone, Triolian

The folks at National Reso-phonic Guitars are constantly experimenting with new models, as well as tweaking their existing models to squeeze out even more tone and response … one of the advantages of being a small production company! Their latest endeavor is the release of their new reproduction of the Triolian.

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National Resonator Concert Maple Ukulele

On December 17, 2010 /

Tags: national, Ukulele

A couple of times every year, we are lucky enough to get our hands on one of these beauties: the Resonator Concert Maple Ukulele from National Guitars. In the past, we have featured a few Custom versions with extra detailing and appointments. Today, we have the standard version available; same great sound and feel at an even better price. This instrument is a performer’s dream. Thanks to the 5 7/8″ spun resonator cone, the National Uke gives more volume and punch than any other Uke available. Most guitarists, myself included, get hand cramps just looking at a standard soprano Uke, but the National is built to a 15″ concert scale, making it far more comfortable to play. The Grover 4 B tuners are smooth and accurate, and like every instrument National builds, the quality and craftsmanship is top notch.

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Price: $3,289.00 CAD

National NRP 14 Fret

On December 17, 2010 /

Tags: duolian, national, NRP, Resonator, resophonic, single cone

The National NRP brings back memories – I owned one of the few original 1930s National Duolians that I have seen in my 40 odd years in this business that did NOT need a reset and had not history of amateur repairs…and foolishly sold it. The good part is that it went to a pro player who actually regularly gigs with it. I loved this guitar and have always been on the lookout for another. Unfortunately, most 1930s have severely overbowed necks, funky neck sets and played out original low-grade aluminum cones.

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Price: $3,489.00 CAD

❌SOLD❌ National Resophonic Guitars Baritone El Trovador

On December 17, 2010 /

Tags: Baritone, el trovador, guitar, national, Reso-Phonic, Resonator, resophonic, single cone, The Twelfth Fret, wood body

This is a stock El Trovador resonator guitar, but with an extended 27″ scale length. Strung up with 15-69 gauge strings and set in standard baritone B to B tuning, I couldn’t believe the rich warm boom that came from the guitar with my first strum. The ring and articulation were classic National, but with a deeper drone and even longer sustain than usual (which is saying a lot!).

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This instrument has sold

(Discontinued) Taylor 12 Fret

On December 16, 2010 /

Tags: acoustic, Taylor acoustic

It started with a 35th Anniversary model and Bob Taylor liked the design so much that the 12 Fret Grand Concert model was put into regular production. This wonderfully comfortable guitar features a Sitka spruce top, Indian Rosewood sides and back, a 12 fret neck to body design with a slotted head stock, venetian cutaway and Taylor ES pickup system.

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This instrument has sold

Martin Custom HD-28 Sunburst (No Longer Available)

On December 16, 2010 /

Tags: acoustic, dreadnought, guitar, HD-28, made in USA, Martin acoustic, nazareth, pennsylvania, steel string, The Twelfth Fret, Vintage

Martin’s HD-28 has been quietly out-selling most other dreadnoughts of ANY brand name for the last ten years. This model is perhaps the perfect blend of vintage features and modern improvements with its traditional scalloped bracing pattern, tortoiseshell pickguard & herringbone marquetry combined with a modern low profile neck and intonation compensated bridge!

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This instrument has sold

The Twelfth Fret

National Triolian Resophonic Guitar

National Resonator Concert Maple Ukulele

National NRP 14 Fret

❌SOLD❌ National Resophonic Guitars Baritone El Trovador

(Discontinued) Taylor 12 Fret

Martin Custom HD-28 Sunburst (No Longer Available)

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