Regal RC-51 Metal Body Tricone Resophonic Guitar – Nickel-Plated Brass – with Deluxe Hardshell Case
The nickel-plated bell-brass body of the RC-51 standard model Tricone from Regal will instantly take you back to a by-gone era of early musical instrument development. Item includes Hardshell case.
Product Features
- Authentic bell brass Tricone style body in gleaming nickel plate for a powerful tone and rich luster
- 12th fret neck joint and elegant pearloid peghead overlay add ease of playing to that pre-war look and appeal
- Slim, comfortable mahogany neck is ideal for bottleneck and traditional playing styles
- Rock maple saddle and bone nut provide the best in sound transmission and sustain
- Traditional 15:1 open-back tuners for fast and precise tuning
- Superior CD-1512 deluxe hardshell case included for maximum protection
- To learn more, please see our Product Description below
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