Essentials to Know About the "JR-994E" Guitar
- Body made of brass with a bright nickel finish for a metallic and incisive projection
- Single cone resonator offering sharp attack, high volume, and strong presence
- Mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, wide 46 mm bone nut for fingerstyle and slide playing
- Integrated single coil pickup for plugging the guitar on stage or in the studio
In the Lineage of Historic Resonators
Designed in the spirit of metal resonators that appeared to compete with brass instruments in the 1930s, the JR-994E continues this iconic sound aesthetic. Its brass body and single cone recall the instruments favored by bluesmen and roots guitarists, while adding the versatility of an integrated pickup for modern use.
Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Ideal for fans of
blues,
roots,
country, and
folk, this resonator targets
intermediate to advanced guitarists but remains accessible to motivated beginners. The 46 mm nut width facilitates open tunings (Open G, Open D) and
slide playing, while maintaining comfortable strumming and fingerpicking.
The Sound
The
brass body delivers sparkling highs, present mids, and a quick response. The
single cone provides a snappy attack, natural compression, and the singing sustain typical of biscuit resonators, with powerful projection. The
mahogany neck and
rosewood fingerboard soften the overall tone with a touch of warmth. When plugged in, the guitar gains in grain and consistency thanks to the
single coil pickup, making it practical for stage and recording.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the most out of the JR-994E, choose a
slide (steel, brass, or glass) suited to your finger, a
capo for 6-string acoustic guitar (standard curved profile), a comfortable 2-point
strap, and a set of
phosphor bronze strings for 6-string acoustic guitar in gauges
12-53 or
13-56 depending on your attack and open tunings.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Format: metal resonator
- Body: brass
- Finish: bright nickel
- Resonator: single cone
Neck
- Neck: mahogany
- Fingerboard: rosewood
- Nut width: 46 mm / 1.81"
- Scale length: 24.96" / 634 mm
- Nut material: bone
Hardware
Electronics
- Pickup: single coil pickup
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