Scharpach Guitars
Folk guitar - 12 string
Grand Dad
The 12-string version based on the Jumbo-size.
Available in all kinds of materials. Recommended however without cutaway. The Grand-dad can be obtained as a 12 fret neck or 14 fret neck.
The guitar is built in a traditional way, but also available with a double top design. The double top design is best to be used with light or medium string tension and will produce a fine detailed tone for finger-picking style.
Nice details are the bridge and headstock design. The position of the bridge pins allow the strings to go in a direct line over the bridge saddle. (not hitting other pins as often can be seen on 12-strings). The special design of the headstock guides the strings in a perfect line to the machines. By positioning the machines to the side and underneath the head, it makes it as simple as to tune this 12-string like a 6-string.
It is remarkable how easy this 12-string can be played.
Specs
| top: | spruce/cedar |
|---|---|
| sides and back: | mahogany/maple/Indian or Brazilian rosewood |
| fingerboard: | ebony |
| bridge: | ebony |
| width nut: | 51 mm |
| string spacing bridge: | 61 mm |
| machines: | hand polished goldplated Schallers |
| cutaway: | available on request |
MP3 Soundclip
- Track played by Erik Visser (2,5 Mb)