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Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat, 12-string Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Natural with Walnut Fingerboard

12-string Acoustic-electric Guitar with Solid Mahogany Top, Mahogany Back and Sides, Maple Neck, and Walnut Fingerboard - Natural
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Great Signature 12-string Acoustic from Tim Armstrong

Based on the favorite '60s Fender acoustic guitar of Rancid's Tim Armstrong, Fender's Tim Armstrong Hellcat 12-string acoustic is a true signature instrument with all the detailed visual appointments that make Tim's original guitar iconic. Fender keeps the vibe of Armstrong's time-tested axe but gives it a touch of modern flair and style, captured in the pearl acrylic Hellcat logos on the third, fifth, and seventh frets and double-skulls at the 12th fret. Thanks to its solid-mahogany top and mahogany back and sides, the Tim Armstrong Hellcat 12-string sounds fantastic unplugged — great for jams in the backyard or on the beach. And when you're ready to plug in, you'll find an onboard Fishman Tim Armstrong preamplifier with a built-in tuner, kicking out solid amplified acoustic tone.

A great collaboration between great visionaries

Tim Armstrong is the songwriter behind the infamous punk band Rancid — and behind each of those songs stands Armstrong's songwriting partner: his trusty '60s Fender Acoustic. Armstrong worked with Fender to design a modern version of his time-tested partner — giving it a strong, rich voice. It also features a few touches of flair to match up with Armstrong's signature style, like pearl acrylic Hellcat fret inlays as well as two skulls adorning its twelfth fret, black-painted headstock, and a 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard.

All-mahogany body, for superb acoustic tone

The Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat 12-string acoustic guitar features a solid mahogany top and mahogany back and sides, giving it a rich and warm voice that is further enriched by its concert-sized body style with Fender's advanced scalloped bracing. The instrument also features a maple neck, a walnut fingerboard, and vintage-style open-gear tuners.

Fender Tim Armstrong Hellcat 12-string Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:

  • 12-string acoustic, a true signature instrument with all the detailed visual appointments of the original
  • Solid mahogany top and laminated mahogany back and sides deliver warm, robust tone
  • Fishman Tim Armstrong preamplifier with a built-in tuner kicks out solid amplified acoustic tone
  • Pearl acrylic Hellcat logos on the 3rd, 5th, and 7th frets and double-skulls at the 12th fret
  • Black-painted headstock and a 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard add even more signature vibe
  • Maple neck and walnut fingerboard offer great playability and response

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 12
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: Concert
  • Back & Sides Wood: Laminated Mahogany
  • Top Wood: Solid Mahogany
  • Finish: Satin
  • Color: Natural
  • Body Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing
  • Binding: Multiple
  • Neck Wood: Maple
  • Neck Shape: C Shape
  • Radius: 11.81"
  • Fingerboard Material: Walnut
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Hellcats/Skulls
  • Number of Frets: 19
  • Scale Length: 25.3"
  • Nut Width: 1.69"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: NuBone/NuBone
  • Bridge Material: Walnut with Black Stain
  • Tuning Machines: Vintage-style with Aged White Plastic Buttons
  • Electronics: Fishman Isys III system with Active Preamp and Tuner
  • Strings: Fender, .012-.052
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 0971792022

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Rated 5/5

Hellcat

I've been playing a 12 string for more then 50 years. I have 3 right now. Another fender and a Martin
I play them once in a while. But this hellcat is the best sound of all. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Rated 5/5

TIM ARMSTRONG 12 STRING

REALLY GOOD VIBES WITH THIS GUITAR ; BUILT IN FISHMAN PICK-UP & TUNER IS REALLY DECENT , NICE FULL SOUND , BEAUTIFUL LOOKING INSTRUMENT WITH TONS OF MOHAGANY , THE PEARL INLAYS ARE THE BEST ; ELECTRICIFIED CATS & SKULLS , SUPER-COOL & OVER ALL A REALLY SWEET GUITAR ~
Music background: Was in the band , "BELIEVE" with James Alejandro
Rated 4.5/5

hellcat fender 12 string

This guitar sounds great, i play mostly in open drone tunings, and the harmonics ring out nicely. Love the neck, the entire guitar feels good. My only criticism is the fishman EQ, which sounds a bit brittle ( especially the treble ), and unbalanced. To my ears it sounds much better with the EQ turned entirely down, this sounds more natural and even. I then run it through a tube preamp and this solves the lacking EQ. Other than the fishman issue i think this is an excellent and beautiful guitar, well worth the price, in fact, it sounds much better than many other higher priced acoustic guitars.

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