{"title":"12-Fret Guitars","description":"\u003ch2\u003e12-fret guitars\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore 1929 every Martin joined the body at the twelfth fret, and the shape that results — a longer body, the bridge sitting in the widest part of the top — is a large part of why pre-war guitars sound the way they do. The twelve-fret neck trades access to the top of the fingerboard for a deeper, rounder voice, and most players who try one keep it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shop carries twelve-frets from Martin's 15 Series and O'ahu line, National resonators, Sigma, and hand-built examples from David Benavides and Jimmy Edmonds. Set up before they leave.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"edmonds-12-fret-slope-shoulder-dread","title":"Jimmy Edmonds 12 Fret Slope Shoulder Dreadnought","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn amazing 12th Fret Slope Shoulder Dreadnought in a Sunburst finish. Learning the meticulous craft of violin building from his Father, Jimmy Edmonds has been making beautiful guitars in Galax, Virginia since the early 2000s. Here we have something truly special with an amalgamation of two storied tone woods, Moon Spruce and Sinker Mahogany. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoon spruce - as the story goes is spruce that is grown at higher altitudes and harvested at a particular time in the lunar cycle, when the sap is inactive. It is then felled and left to air dry. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Sinker is old growth Mahogany that was cut between 1880 - 1920. The trees were then taxied down rivers to awaiting ships, but not all of them made it, some of them sunk. Some of these sunken trees have been resurfaced and luthiers have been salivating at the prospect of building with them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe like Jimmy's thinking in creating such a decorative guitar out of these rare woods and the gorgeous abalone tree of life inlay up the ebony neck looks superior, as does the use of gold Evo fret wire. The pyramid style bridge, slotted headstock and 12th fret body join take this into vintage territory and the engraved Waverly tuners will have your smoothly tuning in style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a guitar that you can feel as you play it, with a rich low end that transfers through the guitar and into your body. Set up beautifully by Jimmy himself and available at our Victoria Park Market showroom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid 'Moon' Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Solid 'Sinker' Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: Forward Shifted X-Brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Gloss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 25.3\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: Vintage C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: Ebony\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSADDLE: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: Waverly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: Hardshell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CK7EqSa0WGE\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edmonds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40235209523223,"sku":"SKUEDMONDSS1V1","price":13995.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Product1_70a91272-8d62-493a-838c-c24087b37b78.jpg?v=1784167795"},{"product_id":"brand-new-martin-000-15sm","title":"Brand New Martin 000-15SM","description":"\u003cp\u003eYet another fantastic addition to the popular 15 series from Martin. Definitely the most vintage looking of the bunch with it's 12th fret body join and slotted headstock, it has it's feet firmly planted in the early 30's. A vintage look with a modern playing neck, a great blues guitar to be sure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Solid Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X-Brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Non Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Satin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 25.4\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1 3\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: Modified Low Oval - Standard Taper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: East Indian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: East Indian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eSADDLE: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGolden Age Bright Nickel Side Mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: Soft Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck out Nick Brightwell's demo below: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe class=\"master-video\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VsepAW4VX9g?si=kCrRooGE7S0hqRG6\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40767150260247,"sku":"martin00015sm","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/00015SM.jpg?v=1783478377"},{"product_id":"benavides-0-12-12-string","title":"Brand New Benavides 0-12 12 String","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHand made in the far North settlement of Ahipara by David Benavides, this guitar proves that good things can come in small packages. Sporting Pau Ferro back and sides the guitar has depth and clarity across all twelve strings. The craftsmanship has to be seen to be believed here, David is as meticulous with his tone as he is with his finishing. From the maple body binding to the slotted headstock and onto the hand stained Argentine Grey burst finish, the guitar is a work of art. A modern feature is the two way truss rod with carbon fibre reinforcement, ensuring that the neck is micro-adjustable and stays right where you set it. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are a fan of Leo Kottke's playing then look no further for a guitar that can get that sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot sure if we are actually going to be able to let go of this one, it is that good. \u003c\/span\u003eWe did, however, order more for delivery in 2024 - so if you would like to customise an option please let us know. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTOP: Solid Adirondack Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Solid Pau Ferro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X-Brace \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Scalloped, tapered tone bars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFINISH: Argentine Grey Stained top. Nitro finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 24.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNUT WIDTH: 48mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Bone\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNECK: Sapele\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNECK SHAPE: Low Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFINGERBOARD: Pau Ferro\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBRIDGE: Pau Ferro\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSADDLE: Bone\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCASE: Tweed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe class=\"master-video\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8T9k1GgHCZY?si=d-KO6w1J1bfDxmY_\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benavides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40800321241111,"sku":"","price":9895.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Product1_d7849b86-1b24-42e3-810d-b672d51f7037.jpg?v=1769671933"},{"product_id":"brand-new-national-style-o-brass-resonator","title":"Brand New National Style O 12th Fret Resonator","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGazing upon the famous Style “O,” one can almost hear the sweet song of the Hawaiian breeze through the swaying palm trees, syncopated to the soft roll of the waves upon the sandy shore as the sun sets in the distance. When National first introduced the Style “O” in 1930, the catalog promised it was “sure to win the admiration of everyone because of its beauty of design and marvelous tone quality.” And advertisements soon proclaimed it National’s “best seller ever!” Now, more than 80 years later, that’s as true as ever. The Style “O” remains National’s flagship — and through the decades, it has become of the most iconic, most recognized guitars of all time. Just like the original, today’s Style “O” features a brass body polished to a mirror-like shine, plated in nickel, and finally etched with that famous scene depicting the allure of the Aloha Isles. The maple neck is finished in a traditional sunburst and capped by an ivoroid-bound ebony fretboard topped by vintage-style engraved tuners. Thanks to both its look and sound, the Style “O” remains a timeless classic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBODY: Brass 12th Fret\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Bright Nickel\u003cbr\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 25\"\u003cbr\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1.82\"\u003cbr\u003eNUT: Bone\u003cbr\u003eNECK: Hard Rock Maple\u003cbr\u003eNECK SHAPE: V shape\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD: Ebony\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD BINDING: Ivoroid\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD RADIUS: 16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWEIGHT: 8 Lbs 14 oz\u003cbr\u003eCASE: OHSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Al3VITy4ov4?si=faMqXo3hcXwCd_7-\" title=\"YouTube video player\" class=\"master-video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"National Resophonic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40841267544087,"sku":null,"price":9275.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/NationalResophonicResonatorGuitar-06.jpg?v=1787476143"},{"product_id":"sigma-00m-15se-aged","title":"Brand New Sigma 00M-15SE Aged","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sweet little treat for your finger stylings and blues noodlings. Solid mahogany top with an aged finish, onboard electrics with tuner, slotted headstock and 1 13\/16\" nut width. Effortless vintage cool with pyramid bridge and 12th fret body join. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X-Brace \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Satin\/Aged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 24.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1 13\/16\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: Pau Ferro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: Pau Ferro\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eSADDLE: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: Grover 3-on-a-tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: None.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sigma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41247671746583,"sku":"00M-15SE","price":999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Product1_563f306f-1c0b-438e-9ee5-a035138f0a26.jpg?v=1777956786"},{"product_id":"benavides-0-12-12-string-1","title":"Brand New Benavides 0-12 Deluxe 12 String","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother stunner from David Benavides. Most 12 string guitars are cumbersome things to command, but not this one. Cradle this single 0 shaped sweetie and strum yourself to aural nirvana. Master craftsmanship is on display here, from the perfectly rounded maple binding to perfect hand carved neck, it's all impeccable work.  Using Adirondack Spruce for the top and top braces, Bolivian Rosewood for the back and sides and constructing with hot hide glue means this little package sure can project. The African Mahogany neck features a two way truss rod and is also reinforced with two carbon fibre rods which solidify neck stability. The matching bronze celluloid headstock veneer and pickguard are a tasty touch, as are the custom antique brass tuning plates, ivoroid buttons and gold painted slots. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid Adirondack Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Solid Bolivian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X Brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: No scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Gloss Nitro Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 24.75\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 48mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Unbleached Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: African Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: Low Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: Bolivian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: Bolivian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eSADDLE: Unbleached Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGolden Age 6 on a plate tuners with Ivoroid knobs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: Hardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dd_ebMO1V44?si=_TVGOk4fGldosM7M\" title=\"\" class=\"master-video\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\" video=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Benavides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41650931662871,"sku":"","price":9995.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Product10_89620f23-e53a-4918-8528-7a5f7c5a8898.jpg?v=1769767371"},{"product_id":"benavides-00-12","title":"Brand New Benavides 00-12 Deluxe","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's another hand made guitar by David Benavides. Part of his deluxe series the guitar features a gorgeous vintage burst finish and a d\u003cspan\u003eark tortoise celluloid headstock veneer. Taking inspiration from both Martin and Gibson guitars, this 12th fret 00 is the best of both worlds, making it a total one off. Hot hide glue is used on the braces, a practice that most other builders shy away from but one that drastically alters the tone of the instrument. Deluxe appointments include gold Evo fret wire and Waverly tuners as well as unbleached bone for the nut and saddle. Well balanced and smooth, words we've come to associate with any Benavides build and this is no different. A great little folk machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid Sitka Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Solid NZ Miro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X-Brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Nitro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 25.4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 44.5mm \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Unbleached bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: Sapele\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: Low Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: Pau Ferro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: Pau Ferro\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eSADDLE: Unbleached bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: Gold Waverly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: Epiphone Hardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Benavides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44222474158103,"sku":"Benavides0012","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Product1_b7a5fb6d-153e-482e-8a20-c7ccc8c00a0b.jpg?v=1769739795"},{"product_id":"brand-new-martin-oahu-hg-28","title":"Brand New Martin O'ahu HG-28","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithout the Hawaiian music craze of the 1920s and early ‘30s, it’s safe to say the modern-day steel-string acoustic guitar wouldn’t exist. That’s the link Chris Martin IV discovered while researching the history of Hawaiian music and its importance to the innovation and success of Martin Guitar. The guitars that were built to support that craze led to the “Golden Era” models we know and love today, like the iconic Dreadnought. Inspired by vintage models from the era, the new Martin O’ahu® HG-28 is a tribute to that period – an approachable body shape for the Martin line made of solid flamed Hawaiian koa back and sides and a solid spruce top for a beautifully-balanced sound. Aside from its looks, anyone who picks up this guitar will instantly notice how comfortable it is. Like a new, old friend. Making its debut as part of the Martin O’ahu family of instruments, the Martin O'ahu HG-28 is best described as a smaller 14-fret sloped-shoulder Dreadnought with the depth of a 000, ideal for players who love the Dreadnought tone in a more comfortable size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe short-scale satin neck, with its Golden Era modified low oval profile, offers a smooth and comfortable playing experience. The Martin O’ahu HG-28 plays easily with low action and feels right at home in standard tuning or any one of several slack key open tunings such as open G, which is widely used in Hawaiian-style guitar music. Bold herringbone trim and antique white binding add a touch of vintage charm, reminiscent of Martin’s early Hawaiian-style guitars. With the Martin O’ahu HG-28, Martin is ready to make more music history – this time in your hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: Solid Hawaiian Flamed Koa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X-Brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Gloss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 24.9\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1 3\/4''\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: Select Hardwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: GE Modified Low Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eSADDLE: \u003cspan\u003eCompensated Bone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: Nickel Open Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: Softshell\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Martin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45124988960791,"sku":"MartinOahuHG28","price":8995.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Product_e602d970-5d62-4972-af2e-4505fc8e64db.jpg?v=1778464343"},{"product_id":"brand-new-national-raw-steel-12th-fret","title":"Brand New National Raw Steel 12th Fret Resonator","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaw Series instruments have a minimal, wax body finish giving a naturally smooth feel that will patina over time. They are expertly handcrafted in our California workshop to the high quality standards our reputation is built on. Steel models, like all National steel bodied instruments, have an interior finish to protect against rusting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBODY: Steel 12th Fret\u003cbr\u003eFINISH: Rubbed Nickel\u003cbr\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 25\"\u003cbr\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1.82\"\u003cbr\u003eNUT: Bone\u003cbr\u003eNECK: Figured Hard Rock Maple\u003cbr\u003eNECK SHAPE: V shape\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD: Ebony\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD RADIUS: 16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWEIGHT: 8 Lbs 14 oz\u003cbr\u003eCASE: OHSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Vm0nva4Ras0?si=E-Zuu_ogU-hJlNHU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" class=\"master-video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"National Resophonic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45372738633751,"sku":null,"price":7000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/RawSteel12th.jpg?v=1785977953"},{"product_id":"brand-new-martin-terz-5-28","title":"Brand New Martin 5-28 Terz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Martin 5-28 Terz answers long-standing player demand for the return of this uniquely voiced Size 5 model to the Martin lineup—now the smallest guitar we offer. With roots dating back to the earliest days of Martin, this ultra-compact 12-fret instrument features a short 21.38\" scale length and is designed for Terz tuning—a minor third higher than standard—delivering a focused, bell-like voice that adds shimmer, clarity, and new sonic texture to any arrangement. Style 28 appointments—including a gloss spruce top with aging toner, solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, antique white binding, and mother-of-pearl fingerboard inlays—pair premium craftsmanship with distinctive tone. Despite its compact size, it offers surprising depth and can also be tuned to standard pitch for added versatility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTOP: Solid Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACK AND SIDES: East Indian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING PATTERN: X-Brace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRACING SHAPE: Non-Scalloped\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFINISH: Gloss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCALE LENGTH: 21.38\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNUT WIDTH: 1 3\/4''\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eNUT MATERIAL: Bone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK: Select Hardwood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNECK SHAPE: Modified Low Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFINGERBOARD: Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBRIDGE: Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003eSADDLE: \u003cspan\u003eBone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTUNERS: Nickel Open Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCASE: Hardshell\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45430883418135,"sku":"MartinTerz528","price":8750.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/3150\/8503\/files\/Terz.jpg?v=1787546654"}],"url":"https:\/\/studio1-vintage.com\/en-us\/collections\/12-fret-guitars.oembed","provider":"Studio 1 Vintage Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}