The Eko Ranger Vintage Reissue guitars offer a faithful modernized reissue of the 6- and 12-string Ranger models that marked the 1960s and 1970s with their unmistakable Italian lines. These acoustic and electro-acoustic models retain the decidedly vintage design and very recognizable technical elements, such as their characteristic pickguard, spruce and mahogany construction, bolt-on neck, as well as the headstock with the Eko block logo. The Ranger VR are perfect folk guitars for beginners thanks to their unbeatable value for money and elegant retro look.
Once upon a time in Eastern Italy.
The Ranger VI is clearly one of those guitars with a unique reputation, whose lines every guitarist has seen at some point in their life. This true legend was born in the 1960s in Eko’s workshops in Italy, where it was successively named J-52, then J-54, before becoming the Ranger we all know. Renowned for their rock-solid durability and simply exceptional value for money, the Ranger VI left their mark in guitar history with their characteristic mustache-shaped pickguard.
A reliable and retro electro for every budget.
The Ranger Vintage Reissue is a modern reissue of this folk guitar in Dreadnought format, also called Western, with a large and deep body producing generous bass, powerful mids, and pleasant highs. The spruce top, which provides precision and clarity, is supported by a sapelli mahogany back and sides, offering good sustain and excellent durability. The bolt-on mahogany neck, with its low C profile, offers excellent playing comfort for all hands and features a double-action truss rod, allowing you to adjust the action precisely to your needs. The aluminum nut, zero fret, and adjustable saddle nut further help you find your ideal playing comfort and play your notes with accuracy and inspiration. Its simple and effective Fishman Sonitone GP1 preamp system allows you to amplify your playing reliably.
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The Ranger is probably one of the most diversified models in Eko’s acoustic guitar catalog, notably with its Vintage Reissue (VR) series. Available in two different colors, Vintage Natural and Honey Burst, they also come in 12-string versions, acoustic or electro-acoustic (EQ).
The Ranger VR is, in summary, a reliable, robust, and powerful western-format folk guitar accessible to all budgets. It is perfect for beginners wanting to enter the world of guitar, or for seasoned guitarists looking for a sturdy, effective guitar with a very elegant retro look.