Rickenbacker 330/12 Semi-hollow 12-string Electric Guitar - Fireglo Reviews
There’s no other guitar on the planet that captures the essence of '60s music better than the legendary Rickenbacker 12-string. The 330/12 was a classic from the moment it was introduced in 1969, delivering Rickenbacker’s signature articulate chime in spades courtesy of an almost completely maple construction. Apart from providing the 330/12’s unmistakably sharp look, the wide double cut offers easy fret access all the way up to the slim rosewood fingerboard’s 21st fret. A pair of High Gain pickups offer all the classic toaster-style tones found on records by the Beatles, Tom Petty, Roger McGuinn, and Pete Townsend, with a higher-output twist favored by alternative icons like Paul Weller, Peter Buck, and Johnny Marr. Rickenbacker is renowned for its uncompromising dedication to producing small-batch instruments of impeccable quality. So, if you’re looking to outfit your setup with a dose of jangle, there’s no substitute for the Rickenbacker 330/12!
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Highest Rated Reviews
Great Sound - Beautiful Guitar
I've had the 330/12 guitar for a couple of months now. Mike Arango helped with the order (Thanks Mike) and kept me informed about the Sweetwater inspection process and delivery timing. My first impression of the guitar when I opened the case for the first time was "Wow, this is a beautiful guitar". The workmanship is impeccable and the fireglo finish is stunning. The setup, for me, was/is fine right out of the box.
My first impression, when I plugged in and started playing, was "uh-oh". The neck is thinner than my Taylor 12-string and for me was more challenging to play notes correctly. There's definitely a need to be more precise with both picking and strumming. A couple of months practicing and that concern has disappeared. Seems I had gotten a bit lazy with my techniques. The Ric has helped me improve all around and is really fun to play. Nothing quite like the jangle sound. IMO, as good as it gets!
Fantastic!!!!
I just received my brand new Ric 330/12 and.....DAMN!!!!! This is the easiest playing, best sounding and the most gorgeous RIC 12 I have ever played in my life. Thank you Jed for the BEST customer service as always my friend.
