2009 National Reso-Phonic Style 1, Don - Single Cone Resonator Acoustic Guitar

New in 2008, the Style 1 Don features many of the specifications of its 1934 counterpart. This the first National which uses authentic Nickel Silver (German Silver) as the material for the body. The double engraving pattern, ribbed sieve-hole coverplate, and the decorative "Don" engraved handstrap reproduce the look of the originals. This limited edition instrument is accompanied by an official letter of authenticity certifying it as one of one hundred instruments that will be built. This one is #23 of 100 ever to be made, don't wait until these disappear.,

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National Reso-Phonic Style 1, Don Single Cone Resonator Acoustic Guitar
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Builder: National Reso-Phonic, National Resophonic
Model: Style 1, Don
Type: Single Cone Resonator
Year: 2009
Artists who play National Reso-Phonic: Mark Knopfler, Bob Brozman, Mike Dowling, Dave Arcari, Cindy Cashdollar, Ken Emerson, Ben Harper, Rick Franklin, David Holt, Steve James, Colin John, Dave Mackenzie, Doug MacLeod, Keb Mo, Gary Morse, Charlie Parr, Scott Perry, Joe Louis Walker
Serial #: 23 of 100, 14887
Back/Sides: Nickel Silver
Top: Nickel Silver
Neck: Mahogany, 1 Piece
Headplate: Pearloid
Headstock Inlay: Builder Logo
Headstock Bindings: None
Fingerboard: Ebony
Fingerboard Bindings: Ivoroid
Fret Markers: Dots
Frets to body: 14
Cutaway: None
Bridge: Biscuit
Pickguard: None
Body Bindings: None
Top Trim: Etching
Back Strip: None
Rosette: N/A
Tuners: Waverly Antique Gold with Ivoroid Buttons
Case: Ameritage
Pickup: None
Condition: New
Body Length: 18 3/8 in.
Upper Bout: 10 3/8 in.
Lower Bout: 14 1/8 in.
Body Depth @Neck Heel: 2 7/8 in.
Body Depth @Tail Block: 3 in.
Scale Length: 25 in. (635 mm)
Nut Width: 1 13/16 in. (46 mm)
Strings Spacing: 2 1/4 in. (57 mm)

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Dream Guitars Player's Review:
"The Don re-issue is a very special National resonator. The tone of the authentic German Silver body has the mellow edge like the 1920s Nationals I've played. It's more round and open sounding. There is still plenty of bite to be conjured up upon request. Perfect for fingerstyle and slide, this is one of the very best National models in my opinion." - Paul Heumiller

"This is a wonderful reproduction of the 1934 style 1. The nickel silver gives it a clarity and warmth not heard in the other Nationals I've played. Definitely "The Don" of National guitars." - Al Petteway

Another Satisfied Dream Guitars Customer:
"I've purchased new guitars that were in worse condition than this! Did the original owner ever play it?" - Steve H., UK

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