Here for sale we have a Vintage VRC800BK Electro-Resonator guitar in Satin Black finish. Made in china, this instrument features a set-neck construction comprising a laminated Mahogany body, Nato neck and 21 fret Rosewood fingerboard. an Aluminium Spun Cone is featured inside the body along with a Maple biscuit bridge. Chrome sealed tuning machines match the Chrome hubcap. A mini-humbucking pickup is installed, and is wired to master volume and tone controls.
The Nato neck plays well, with a profile which might be described as an Even 'C' shape, well suited to a wide range of playing styles and techniques. The Rosewood of the fingerboard is pleasant under the fingers, and with its traditional 16" radius is practical for both chordal and melodic playing styles. The smooth lines of the body are comfortable in the arms, whilst the generous cutaway enhances access to the upper frets.
The tone of the Vintage VRC800BK is unmistakably 'resonator', delivering those early blues sounds that we know and love. There is plenty of dynamic range on offer, rewarding gentle picking with a soft and intimate tone, whilst strumming more firmly delivers plenty of power to help you be heard over the rest of the band. The mini humbucker installed in the neck position enhances this further, capturing the unique tone of the instrument and amplifying it for use in a larger live setting.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.
Vintage VRC800BK Satin Black Electro-Resonator Guitar
Brand- Vintage
Model- VRC800BK
Finish- Satin Black
Made In- China
Body- Laminated Mahogany
Neck- Nato
Fingerboard- Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius- 16"
Frets- 14 Clear, 21 Total
Scale Length- 24.8"
Nut Width- 1.703"
Pickups- Vintage Mini Humbucker
Controls- Master Volume, Master Tone
Our ID: 129082445362
Weight: 6.5lbs
Serial: N/A
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall very good condition. Light to mild chipping and indentation of the top edge does not expose the wood. Wear of the satin finish has left a gloss finish in places, most notably to the top bass side corner of the front face and at the treble side tip. Light scratching to all aspects of the headstock is visible under close scrutiny, as is common with satin finishes. This is most notable to the front face.
Neck: Overall very good condition. The satin finish to the rear of the neck has worn to a gloss through regular use. Light to mild scratching to the rear of the neck is most notable behind the 6th fret but is not felt under the thumb in the playing position. Any markings to the fingerboard are difficult to discern.
Body: Overall very good condition. Light to mild scratching to all aspects of the body is most notable near the soundholes of the upper bout. The treble side waist of the front face shows milder scratching consistent with playwear, more prominent on the ‘hubcap’. In high contact areas such as the bass side waist on the side of the body, the satin finish has worn to a light gloss through regular use. The rear face shows mild scratching consistent with light buckle rash.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate very light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional & adjustable. No truss rod tool included (hex 4mm)
Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear. The tone control knob is not original to the guitar and does not match the volume knob. The tone knob sits higher on the shaft than the volume does.
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2.5mm - Bass 3mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Strings on Guitar - 11-52
Electrics:
Full working order.
Case & Accessories:
No case is provided with this guitar.
Truss rod tool not included.