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National Resophonic Style 0 14 German Silver vs Brass Body

With two 0-14 models in the shop, we were able to record the sonic differences between German Silver and Brass bodies on a National Resophonic guitar.  There is a noticeable difference, to say the least.  It will be up to the customer to decide which tone is best for them, but hopefully this will make your decision a bit easier.

Now you decide...

National Style 0-14 German Silver

National ResoPhonic Hollowneck Series

Introducing - The Hollowneck Series from National ResoPhonic

In 1939, National produced the last of their Tricone Hawaiian Steel guitars. At that time these instruments were manufactured predominantly for the Hawaiian music market.

Namm Show 2012 - National

National ResoLectric RA-3 Acoustic Electric Guitar - Prototypes arriving soon!

Introducing, the National ResoLectric RA3 guitar...  The new acoustic electric model promises to take their electric line to the next level, in that the guitar can also be played acoustically, with a very nice acoustic tone.  The new RA3 will feature a hexaphonic pickup system.  Pictured is Don from National testing out the new model.

Chad Jeffers Picks Up New National Resolectric at Artisan Guitars

Chad Jeffers currently plays in Carrie Underwood's band and came in to pick up his new National Resolectric.  We look forward to seeing Chad using this on Carrie's busy tour schedule.

Keb’ Mo' Takes Home the Yellow National 12-Fret Triolian

Keb' Mo' (Kevin Moore), Nashville's newest resident, recently took home our yellow Polychrome Triolian National ResoPhonic Guitar!

We installed a Highlander Pickup on this 12-Fret Triolian and Keb' sounded awesome as he tested the install here in the shop. We look forward to seeing Keb' playing this amazing instrument around town.

We couldn't resist showing him the '54 Strat before he left... we believe he liked it!