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AUSTRALIA'S #1 ACOUSTIC GUITAR SPECIALIST
AUSTRALIA'S #1 ACOUSTIC GUITAR SPECIALIST
REGAL-RD-52
Available at Acoustic Centre Melbourne
The Regal RD-52 Squareneck Black Lightning Resonator Guitar delivers vintage-inspired tone and stunning aesthetics at an unbeatable value. With its classic California-style body, all-mahogany construction, and translucent black high-gloss finish, this guitar offers the soulful sound and look of traditional 1930s resonators. The square neck design, combined with a 12th fret neck joint and rock maple trapezoid ported soundwell, delivers rich, authentic tone with superb sustain and clarity.
At the heart of the RD-52 is a deluxe USA-made spun aluminum cone and Golden Gate’s patented spider bridge, which resonate with crisp definition and warmth. From the elegant Black Lightning inlay on the headstock to the vintage-style open-back tuners with butterbean buttons, every detail reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and tone. Designed with the working musician in mind, this resonator is equally suited for bluegrass, slide, or traditional folk playing styles.
Classic square-neck resonator with vintage 1930s-inspired tone
All-mahogany construction with gloss translucent black finish
Deluxe USA-made spun aluminum cone for rich, crisp resonance
Golden Gate patented spider bridge with maple saddle
Stunning art deco Black Lightning inlay and period-correct features
Body Style California-style Squareneck
Top Mahogany
Back & Sides Mahogany
Finish Translucent Black High Gloss
Neck Mahogany, Square Shape
Neck Finish Translucent Black High Gloss
Scale Length 25 in
Nut Width 2 in
Nut Material Bone
Fingerboard Tonewood
Frets Clear 12 / Total 19
Inlays Pearloid Dot
Binding White ABS (body), Ivoroid (fingerboard & peghead)
Headstock Solid with Tonewood Overlay
Inlay Style Black Lightning Motif
Resonator Deluxe USA-Made Spun Aluminum Cone
Soundwell Rock Maple Trapezoid Ported
Bridge Aluminum Spider
Saddle Maple
Cover Plate Classic Slotted Sunray Pattern
Soundhole Screened Rings
Tuners Deluxe Vintage-Style Open-Back with Butterbean Buttons
Hardware Nickel-Plated
Truss Rod Non-Adjustable
Recommended Case C-1512 or TL-60
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Returns, exchanges, repairs, or credits are available for faulty or misdescribed items
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