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Folk of the Wood presents
Introduction to Johnson
Dobro Resonator Guitars
Resonator Guitars
How does a resonator work?
The history of the resonator dates back to the early 1920's. This was an era when the resonator was a favorite among blues musicians. Resonators are also known as resophonic guitars and are characterized by a shaped cone for amplification, instead of a soundboard like on an acoustic guitar. The shaped cone is nestled underneath the bridge of the guitar. The bridge is connected to the cone so that when the strings are hit, the vibrations run through the saddle and then into the bridge, which resonates the cone. The cone acts like a built-in speaker and the body acts as a speaker cabinet. This made the resonator, a pre-cursor to the electric amplifier, one of the loudest instruments available of its time. The sound produced by these specially shaped cones and bodies is very bright and snappy with great sustain and a slight attack. Resonators are still favored today by blues and country musicians as well as a new generation of players. All of the Johnson resonators feature excellent construction, design, and plating and are known for their distinct projection and ethereal tone.
Roundneck vs. Squareneck
Don't be a square, unless you are a slide player! The Chicago Blues Model and The Nashville Slide Model come with a roundneck or squareneck option. The roundneck is the style that is common on all guitars. The squareneck is used for slide playing (on a lap and common in bluegrass settings) and has a higher nut, so the strings have a greater distance from the fingerboard.
Changing Strings - Take it One at a Time
When changing strings on a Resonator be sure to only change one at a time. This will prevent the cone from slipping. A misplaced cone causes that buzzing sound. The strings help hold the cone in place and if you take all the strings off at once, you are risking cone slippage.
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Ruidoso, NM 88355
1031 Mechem Dr. Unit 1
Ruidoso, NM 88345
505-258-8638 Toll Free Order Line ONLY: 866-455-3689
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