Vintage 1960s Fender 12 string dreadnought with bolt on neck (these are the exact same necks used on the incredibly collectible 'Fender XII' and fit directly on Stratocasters & Jazzmasters as replacement necks if you were so inclined!).
Beautifully bound rosewood fingerboard with block inlays and hockey stick headstock, F-style tuners, original nut, original finish and bridge. Unique 'Sheriff Badge' neck plate indicating the year of build. Laminate top back and sides provide a shockingly massive, deep & rich tone. One of the best Fender acoustics we've heard!
Very thin lacquer is peeling on rear however still in-tact on top. Gorgeous wear on neck that feels just like a well-loved vintage guitar or even that of a Fender Custom Shop.
Made during the CBS-era of Fender in Fullerton (CA), USA.
Includes non original but period-correct Japanese hardshell case with yellow interior.
Neck has plenty of relief as truss rod has met capacity however thankfully due to the construction of these instruments, the neck can easily be shimmed to compensate.
Little fret-life left (50%) with a few high frets (compromising upper fretboard playing from the 9th fret onwards) and few splits in the fingerboard however can be filled and stained easily. We'd recommend a refret and fretboard plane to help with this. Otherwise a great sounding cowboy strummer for a strong hand!
Minor collapse at neck pocket (very common on these guitars) but appears stable and does not affect playability.
Splits in soundboard have been repaired in the past and very stable. No lift from bridge thankfully at this stage and only a very slight belly.
Soundboard has de-laminated from neck block however can be glued and clamped easily.
Missing 1 x tuner screw for G string.
Sold as is.
Product Specs
- Item Number: 32705
- Make: Fender
- Model: Shenandoah
- Condition: Very Good
- Finish: Natural
- Categories: acoustic-guitars ⇒ 12-string
- Year: 1968
- Made In: United States
- MPN: 32705