We offer this brand new top -quality slope-shouldered 12 fret-to-the-body design from the great folks at Santa Cruz guitars. Building a guitar with 12 frets clear of the body creates more air volume, which allows greater amplitude and sustain. The hand tuned X-bracing ensures an increased bass response, while the top voicing and 4-1/4 inch sound hole size combine to achieve great presence in all ranges. This eliminates the tendency of the traditional dreadnought towards boominess at the expense of midrange and treble. The controlled integrity of Mahogany sides and back impart clarity and definition to the guitar’s complex acoustic presence. The D-12’s sheer volume, complexity, and incredible sustain make it a truly inspiring stage partner. Legendary artists such as Norman Blake, have long appreciated the power and sensitivity of the original dreadnought design with 12 frets clear of the body. SCGC’s prototype D-12 Model was originally commissioned to showcase Norman’s playing style by adding clarity and sustain for an articulate response to the flat pick. The guitar also feels great in the hand due to its slightly thinner profile and modest weight.  Comes with Hard Santa Cruz by Ameritage case. 

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