Born in Italy in the 1960s, the Ranger evolved from the J-52 and then J-54 before adopting the name "Ranger VI." Its reputation was built on its robustness, instantly recognizable style, and accessibility. This Red Sunburst model carries on the DNA of the Eko range: a simple, effective folk guitar ready to play, established as a cornerstone of the collection for guitarists from all backgrounds.
Thanks to its easy handling and forgiving response, the Ranger 6 is perfect for beginners as well as intermediate players. Its dreadnought body excels in strumming and flatpicking for folk, pop, rock, country, or chanson. It also performs well in light fingerpicking thanks to its spruce top which maintains definition and dynamics.
The large, deep dreadnought body delivers generous bass, present mids, and silky highs. The spruce top provides attack and precision, while the basswood back and sides add controlled warmth and stable sustain. The X bracing ensures projection and chord clarity, ideal for accompanying vocals. Originally strung with 11-52 gauge strings, the guitar maintains good volume while remaining comfortable under the fingers.
To protect and optimize your Eko Ranger 6, choose a dreadnought-sized gig bag or hard case, a set of 11-52 steel strings (80/20 or phosphor bronze), a steel-string folk capo, a strap with a headstock attachment if needed, as well as a soundhole humidifier to stabilize humidity.