Baton Rouge X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk
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Baton Rouge
X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk
Product Info
Article Number:
511402
Brand:
Baton Rouge
Model:
X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk
Category:
12-String Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$236.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Baton Rouge X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk is a surprisingly capable 12-string for the money. The spruce top provides that characteristic shimmering quality, while the mahogany back keeps things from getting too harsh. It's a great option for folk, country, or anyone wanting a full, layered sound without the premium price tag – perfect for beginners or intermediate players.
Product Description
- Baton Rouge X11LS/F-AB-12 Folk
- 12-String Steel-String Guitar
- Style: Folk
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard and bridge: Ovangkol
- Scale length: 630 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- 21 Frets
- Nut and bridge inlay: Nubone
- Bindings: RW ABS
- Chrome-plated DieCast machine heads
- Finish: Matt open pore
- Colour: Antique Brown
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers a bright, airy 12-string chime.
- • Mahogany back & sides add warmth, balancing the brightness.
- • Nubone nut and saddle improve sustain and intonation.
- • Open-pore finish allows the wood to breathe, enhancing resonance.
CONS
- • Ovangkol fretboard can feel slightly harder than rosewood.
- • Matt finish might show fingerprints and wear more easily.
- • 630mm scale length might feel a bit long for smaller hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
630 mm
Frets
21
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The action is generally manageable, but expect a bit higher than a standard 6-string due to the doubled strings; a professional setup might be beneficial for optimal playability.
Like most open-pore finishes, the antique brown will exhibit some variation in color and grain patterns, making each guitar unique.
It captures the essential 12-string character well, but lacks the nuanced complexity and sustain of higher-end models; it's a fantastic value for the performance offered.
