Royall CH12/BRS Chess 12
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Royall
CH12/BRS Chess 12
Product Info
Article Number:
516816
Brand:
Royall
Model:
CH12/BRS Chess 12
Category:
Resonator Guitars
Price:
$933.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Royall Chess 12 is a seriously cool resonator, built for players who want that authentic, driving bluegrass tone. The tri-cone design gives it a real bite and projection that cuts through a band, and the mahogany body adds a nice warmth. This is a great choice for dedicated bluegrassers or anyone wanting to explore that resonator sound.
Product Description
- Royall CH12/BRS Chess 12
- Resonator Guitar
- Type: Tri Cone T-Bridge Design
- Body: Mahogany
- Resonator: 3 Handmade 6" aluminium cones
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Technical Wood
- Dot fretboard inlays
- Ivoroid neck binding
- Neck/body transition at 12th fret
- Scale length: 648 mm
- Nut width: 46 mm
- Bone nut
- Frets: 19
- Maple bridge
- Vintage style tailpiece
- 2-Way adjustable tension rod
- Open vintage style tuners
- Aged Design Hardware
- Strings: .013 - .056
- Tuning: E-A-D-G-B-E
- Colour: Aged Brown Sand
- Includes DLX foam case
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones characteristic of bluegrass instruments
- • Tri-cone resonator setup provides powerful projection and distinctive metallic shimmer
- • Bone nut and 46mm nut width offer comfortable playability for fingerstyle and flatpicking
- • Vintage-style hardware and aged finish contribute to a classic, authentic aesthetic
CONS
- • Technical wood fretboard might not offer the same feel as rosewood or ebony
- • Limited versatility; primarily suited for bluegrass and resonator-centric styles
- • Heavier than a standard acoustic due to the resonator construction
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Resonator Type
Tri Cone T-Bridge
Cone
3 Handmade 6 in Aluminium
Neck Material
Mahogany
Scale Length
648 mm
Weight
Approximately 6.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tri-cone design offers a more complex, layered tone with more metallic overtones compared to a typical single-cone resonator.
Yes, the 2-way adjustable tension rod is accessible, allowing for easy neck relief adjustments, which is crucial for resonator stability.
The build quality is surprisingly good for the price; the aged finish is well-executed, and the hardware feels solid, although some components may feel slightly less premium than high-end resonators.
