Furch Blue G-SW 12 a

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Furch Blue G-SW 12 a

Furch

Blue G-SW 12 a

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Product Info

Article Number: 604259
Brand: Furch
Model: Blue G-SW 12 a
Price: $1,538.90

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The Furch Blue G-SW 12 a is a beautifully crafted 12-string that nails the balance between clarity and warmth. It's a fantastic choice for intermediate to advanced players looking for a refined 12-string tone – especially if you enjoy fingerpicking or lighter strumming styles. The build quality is excellent, reflecting Furch's reputation for meticulous craftsmanship.

Product Description

Furch Blue G-SW 12, 12-String Acoustic Guitar

  • This combination of high-quality solid tonewoods and a special finish produces a beautiful musical sound across the entire tonal range with balanced mid-range frequencies.
  • Type: Grand Auditorium (0000/M)
  • Top: Solid AA Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides: Solid A black walnut
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Fingerboard inlays: White dots
  • Scale: 650 mm (25.6")
  • 20 frets
  • Nut width: 48 mm
  • Nut: TUSQ fully compensated
  • Binding: Faux Tortoise
  • Pickguard: Faux tortoise with transparent extension towards the sound hole
  • Bridge: Ebony
  • Saddle: Ebony
  • Machine heads: Furch machine chrome 18:1 gear ratio
  • Colour: Natural open pore
  • Made in Czech Republic
PROS
  • • Solid Sitka top delivers balanced, articulate projection across strings.
  • • Black walnut back/sides provide warmth and sustain, rich overtones.
  • • Ebony fingerboard and nut offer smooth playability and excellent note definition.
  • • Furch's 18:1 machine heads ensure precise and stable tuning.
CONS
  • • 12-string guitars inherently have higher string tension, demanding more finger strength.
  • • The faux tortoise binding and pickguard feel a bit budget for the price point.
  • • Grand Auditorium body may lack the booming bass of a dreadnought for some players.

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Key Features

Top Wood AA Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Solid A Black Walnut
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 650 mm (25.6")
Frets 20
Electronics None (acoustic only)
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Furch tends to offer a slightly wider string spacing, which many players find easier for fingerstyle 12-string playing, reducing string clashes.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'M' shape, generally accommodating a range of hand sizes, but those preferring a very thin neck might find it slightly more substantial.
Yes, the open-pore finish allows the wood to breathe more freely, contributing to a more resonant and dynamic acoustic response compared to a thick, glossy finish.

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