Baton Rouge L1LS/D-12 Dreadnought
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Baton Rouge
L1LS/D-12 Dreadnought
Product Info
Article Number:
465382
Brand:
Baton Rouge
Model:
L1LS/D-12 Dreadnought
Category:
12-String Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$196.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Baton Rouge L1LS/D-12 is a surprisingly good value for a 12-string. It delivers a full, resonant sound with a pleasant brightness thanks to the spruce top, and the build quality is decent for the price point. It's a solid choice for beginner to intermediate players wanting that shimmering 12-string vibe without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Baton Rouge L1LS/D-12 Dreadnought
- 12-String Western Guitar
- Design: Dreadnought
- Top: Spruce
- Bottom and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard and bridge: Ovangkol
- 20 Frets
- Scale: 630 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Nut and saddle: Nubone
- Black ABS Bindings
- Chrome die-cast machine heads
- Finish: Matte
- open-pored
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Spruce top provides bright, articulate tone ideal for 12-string shimmer.
- • Mahogany back and sides add warmth and sustain, balancing the brightness.
- • Nubone nut and saddle contribute to improved sustain and tuning stability.
- • Die-cast machine heads offer reliable tuning and easy string changes.
CONS
- • Matte finish, while attractive, can show fingerprints and handling marks easily.
- • Ovangkol fretboard, while durable, might feel slightly less smooth than rosewood.
- • 12-string guitars are inherently harder on fingers; requires building calluses.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
630 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
None (acoustic)
Weight
Approximately 6.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably richer and more complex, with a shimmering, layered sound. The 12-string adds a chorus-like effect, but also reduces the bass response slightly.
The 48 mm nut width is a bit wider than some guitars, so it might feel a little snug for very large hands, but it’s manageable and provides good string spacing.
The die-cast tuners are a good start, but 12-strings are always more sensitive to tuning. Regular maintenance and proper string winding are crucial for stability.
