Royall TMP12SC/MB Tampa SC Bk
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Royall
TMP12SC/MB Tampa SC Bk
Product Info
Article Number:
607951
Brand:
Royall
Model:
TMP12SC/MB Tampa SC Bk
Category:
Resonator Guitars
Price:
$1,263.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Royall Tampa SC is a seriously well-built resonator, built for bluegrass players who want that authentic vintage vibe. The brass body gives it a really focused and warm tone, and the neck is surprisingly comfortable. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the quality and tone justify the investment for dedicated bluegrass enthusiasts.
Product Description
- Royall TMP12SC/MB Tampa SC Bk
- Electric Resonator Guitar
- Body: Brass with anthracite-coloured
- matt black vintage resonator cover in diamond style
- 3.5" frame depth
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Traditional slotted diamond perloid fingerboard inlays
- Vintage C-neck profile
- Neck/body joint at 12th fret
- Truss rod
- Slotted headstock
- Aged white binding
- Upper sound holes in lattice style
- Thrtee hand-crafted aluminium continental cones
- Etched Royall truss rod cover
- Scale: 650 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- 12.7 mm slot spacing at the nut
- Nut made of hard rock maple
- Hand-polished frets
- Pickup: B&G single coil in "T"-Style
- Polished nickel volume and tone controls
- Aluminium "T" bar bridge
- Custom vintage-style tailpiece
- Vintage Waverly-style tuners
- Stamped Royall serial number
- Factory strings: 13-56 D'Addario 80/20 medium
- Colour: Anthracite Black
- matt
- Includes Deluxe fitted case
PROS
- • Solid brass body delivers a warm, resonant, and focused tone.
- • Vintage C-neck profile offers comfortable playability and classic feel.
- • B&G single coil pickup provides authentic, clear amplified bluegrass voice.
- • Waverly-style tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability and premium feel.
CONS
- • Brass body contributes to a relatively heavy instrument; may fatigue players.
- • Scale length (650mm) might feel a little short for players accustomed to longer scales.
- • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for bluegrass and related styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Brass
Resonator Type
Diamond-Style
Cone
Three Continental Aluminium Cones
Neck Material
Mahogany
Scale Length
650 mm
Weight
Approximately 6.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brass tends to be warmer and more focused than steel, offering a more mellow and vintage-inspired tone with less high-end shimmer.
Yes, hand-crafted cones typically offer improved resonance, sustain, and tonal complexity compared to standard cones, contributing to a richer sound.
While Royall offers various neck profiles, the Vintage C is specifically intended to evoke the feel of classic resonator guitars, providing a familiar and comfortable playing experience.
