Ortega RRG40CE-DBK

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Ortega RRG40CE-DBK

Ortega

RRG40CE-DBK

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Product Info

Article Number: 557085
Brand: Ortega
Model: RRG40CE-DBK
Price: $486.20

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This Ortega RRG40CE-DBK is a solid, well-built resonator that nails that classic Americana vibe. The mahogany body gives it a really warm, focused tone, and the Lipstick pickup adds a cool, slightly gritty edge. It's a fantastic option for bluegrass players or anyone wanting a unique resonator voice without a premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Ortega RRG40CE-DBK
  • Resonator Guitar with Pickup
  • Americana Series
  • Top: Mahogany
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Resonator: Aluminium
  • Slotted headstock
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • 2-Way truss rod
  • Fingerboard: Blackwood
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Pickup: passive Lipstick single coil
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Colour: Distressed Black Antique Satin
PROS
  • • Mahogany construction delivers warm, woody tones ideal for bluegrass.
  • • Lipstick pickup provides a surprisingly articulate and bluesy voice.
  • • Slotted headstock and 2-way truss rod offer reliable tuning stability.
  • • Distressed finish adds vintage charm and a unique aesthetic appeal.
CONS
  • • Mahogany body can be somewhat dense, contributing to a heavier instrument.
  • • Passive Lipstick pickup lacks the high-output versatility of active systems.
  • • Blackwood fingerboard might feel a bit dry for some players without conditioning.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Mahogany
Resonator Type Cone Resonator
Cone Aluminum
Neck Material Mahogany
Scale Length 648 mm
Weight 2.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The aluminum cone delivers a brighter, more focused sound than brass, with less sustain and a quicker decay, making it ideal for driving bluegrass rhythms.
With a 43mm nut width, the neck is on the wider side, which can be a plus for fingerstyle players or those used to playing bluegrass, but might feel cramped for some.
While the Lipstick pickup is articulate, you'll likely need a preamp to boost the signal for recording, especially if you're aiming for a louder, more driven tone.

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