National Reso-Phonic Raw Steel Single Cone 14 Fret
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National Reso-Phonic
Raw Steel Single Cone 14 Fret
Product Info
Article Number:
519976
Brand:
National Reso-Phonic
Model:
Raw Steel Single Cone 14 Fret
Category:
Resonator Guitars
Price:
$3,628.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This National Raw Steel is a serious instrument for the dedicated resonator player. The steel body and single cone deliver that unmistakable, powerful bluegrass tone that cuts through a mix like a knife. It's built like a tank and feels fantastic in the hands - perfect for players who want authentic vintage vibes and aren't afraid of a bit of weight.
Product Description
- National Reso-Phonic Raw Steel Single Cone 14 Fret
- Resonator Guitar
- Type: Roundneck with solid headstock and rolled F-holes
- Resonator: 9.5" single cone
- Back & sides: Solid steel
- Top: Solid steel
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Dots fretboard inlays
- Neck-body transition at 14th fret
- Scale length: 635 mm (25")
- Nut width: 46.2 mm (1.82")
- 19 Frets
- Minimal waxed body finish for a naturally smooth texture that will patina over time
- Colour: Raw steel
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid steel construction delivers exceptional volume and raw, metallic tone.
- • 9.5in single cone provides focused, powerful projection and vintage character.
- • Ebony fretboard and maple neck offer excellent playability and comfortable feel.
- • Minimal finish allows the steel to develop a unique, personalized patina over time.
CONS
- • Solid steel build results in a significantly heavier instrument compared to wood-bodied guitars.
- • Raw steel finish requires careful handling to prevent rust and maintain appearance.
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in bluegrass and roots music, less suited for other genres.
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Key Features
Body Material
Solid Steel
Resonator Type
Roundneck
Cone
9.5in Single Cone
Neck Material
Maple
Scale Length
635 mm (25in)
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimal finish allows more of the steel’s natural resonance to project, resulting in a more direct, raw, and metallic tone, lacking some of the warmth of a lacquered finish.
The neck has a fairly standard 'C' shape, but the ebony fretboard can feel a bit slick; while generally comfortable, players with very large hands might prefer a slightly thicker profile.
A single cone offers a more focused and controlled sound with less 'wash' than a tricone, typically providing excellent projection and sustain, but with a slightly different tonal character.
