{"product_id":"national-solid-rocket-2016-resonator-guitar-with-hotplate","title":"SOLD - National 2016 Solid Rocket Resonator Sunburst Maple Hot Plate Near Mint","description":"\u003cp data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.0\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" class=\"zw-paragraph\" data-doc-id=\"5563285000000035001\" data-doc-type=\"writer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSOLD!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-linerule=\"auto\" data-line-height=\"1.0\" data-margin-bottom=\"12pt\" class=\"zw-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho buys vintage guitars?  We do! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall 530-570-1525 or email sales@maharsvintageguitars.com to sell your vintage guitar, bass, amplifier, etc - one piece or a collection!  We are always ready to buy instruments, amps and effects from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Epiphone, Rickenbacker, Gretsch, Marshall, Vox and just about anything else related to musical instruments.   You can also click here for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/pages\/sell-vintage-guitars\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e more info on selling us vintage instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, amps, parts, etc.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2016 National Solid Rocket is one of a handful of really cool and unique, contemporary guitars we've added to the shop recently.  This one is so fun to play - its almost addictive!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNational Reso-Phonic Guitars has been building resonator instruments in San Luis Obispo, California since 1988, carrying forward the tradition that John Dopyera started when he launched the first National Tricone in 1927. The modern company produces both faithful reproductions of the original vintage designs and original instruments that extend the resonator concept into new body shapes and materials — the Solid Rocket is one of the latter, a maple-bodied single-cone cutaway that combines the acoustic resonator's projection and cutting character with the tonal warmth and complexity that wood construction contributes over metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe maple body produces a different resonator voice than the mahogany-bodied instruments in the National lineup — brighter, with more articulate treble response and a cleaner note separation that players and recording engineers describe as more immediate and present. The single-cone biscuit bridge design delivers the traditional resonator attack — that fast, punchy initial transient that makes these instruments cut through ensemble playing without amplification in ways that conventional acoustic guitars cannot match. The slotted upper bout sound ports are the visual signature of the Bendaway\/Solid Rocket design, dispersing the sound toward the player as well as forward. At 5 lbs 15 oz, the maple body keeps the instrument light and comfortable for extended playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Solid Rocket sports a factory pickup at the end of the fretbaord that has a really cool, bluesy voice.  This guitar has another electric voice as well...  The Hot Plate is the National-endorsed and Mike Dowling-designed amplification solution for these instruments — a complete self-contained pickup system built into a replacement coverplate that requires absolutely no modification to the guitar. The plate houses a Lollar single-coil Tele-style pickup, passive volume and tone controls, and a 1\/4\" output jack, all accessible without touching the instrument's original hardware. It takes approximately five minutes to install, does not contact the cone, and can be swapped back to the original coverplate whenever the player prefers purely acoustic operation. It is the correct, purpose-built solution for professional resonator amplification. Ebony fingerboard with diamond inlays on a maple neck, 25\" scale, 12\" radius, 19 frets. Action set at 3\/32\" on both strings at the twelfth fret. Original hardshell case included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYou can't really tell that anyone has played this guitar.  The frets show barely visible wear.  It really looks like a new instrument.  The Hotplate required zero modifications to the guitar, and there are no other changes, issues, or repairs.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcerpts from Real Online User Reviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\"The HotPlate is self-contained — everything's on the coverplate. No question, National guitars are full-sounding and loud acoustically, but for those who need a pickup there's no cleaner option.\" — Mike Dowling, mikedowling.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\"Built into a custom-made replacement coverplate and therefore requiring no modifications to the guitar — the Hot-Plate includes a single-coil Lollar pickup, passive volume and tone controls, and output jack.\" — Peghead Nation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\"Reso Rockets are absolutely the loudest and most versatile Nationals ever made — the wood body adds warmth and tonal complexity to the resonator voice.\" — Catfish Keith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\"The Hot Plate doesn't have any effect on the acoustic voice of your instrument — it takes about five minutes to install and is perfectly safe to use on any biscuit bridge National.\" — Folkway Music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sell your vintage guitar to Mahar's Vintage Guitars\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/pages\/sell-vintage-guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe buy, sell, and take trades.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2157\" data-start=\"2085\"\u003eBe sure to check out the other cool guitar related stuff on our site\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2160\" data-start=\"2157\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage \u0026amp; Used Martin guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/martin-guitars-used-vintage-acoustic\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Used Martin Acoustic Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2188\" data-start=\"2185\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Guild Acoustic Guitars - Vintage \u0026amp; Used at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/guild-acoustic-guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuild Vintage \u0026amp; Used Acoustic Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2216\" data-start=\"2213\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Folk Instruments - Vintage \u0026amp; Used at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/ukulele-mandolin-banjo\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolk instruments - vintage \u0026amp; used\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5lbs 15oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop: Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Maple\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFretboard: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFret Count: 19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut width: 1-13\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadius: 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 25\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck thickness at 1st Fret: .939\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck thickness at 8th Fret: 1.09\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction 1st String at 12th Fret: 3\/32\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction 6th String at 12th Fret: 3\/32\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 38-3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody length: 19-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower bout: 14-1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 9-5\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper bout: 10-1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody depth\/thickness: 3-1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eString gauge: 12-53\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronics?: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronics Original? Yes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Upgrade with Hotplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuners: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: OHSC\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping policy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are multiple shipping cost options for purchases made on our site.  Select Ground, 3 Day, 2 Day, or Next Day Air Saver.  For Reverb purchases, there is one cost option for Eastern states - customers from any state that is more than a 3 day UPS ground shipment from our shop will get their shipment via UPS 3 day air.  Otherwise, ground shipping will be used.  Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions.  If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@maharsvintageguitars.com.  Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.   \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"National","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56402679005350,"sku":"zG-2217","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/7527\/4662\/files\/national-2016-solid-rocket-resonator-sunburst-maple-hot-plate-near-mint-2459448.jpg?v=1776904753","url":"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/products\/national-solid-rocket-2016-resonator-guitar-with-hotplate","provider":"Mahar's Vintage Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}