Tim Armstrong Hellcat-12, Walnut Fingerboard, Natural

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Tim Armstrong Hellcat-12, Walnut Fingerboard, Natural

The unmistakable sound of a well-made 12-string guitar is perfect for solo gigs and band performances, especially when it was designed by the founder of influential U.S. punk band Rancid. Tim Armstrong’s Hellcat is based on the old Fender acoustic that was his go-to guitar for songwriting, and quickly became one of the best-selling Fender acoustic artist models ever. With the Tim Armstrong Hellcat-12, that same classic vibe is offered in a 12-string version that simply rocks. Whether it’s alt-folk tunes at the college coffeehouse or slamming punk with a band, the Hellcat-12 combines great acoustic tone with versatile onboard electronics and a satin body and neck finish for smooth playability, all at a surprisingly low cost.

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Highlights

Fishman® preamp with built-in tuner

A Fishman® pickup/preamp system gives your acoustic instrument peerless amplified performance, with a variety of onboard controls and no compromise whatsoever on pure, rich and resonant acoustic tone. The built-in tuner is conveniently placed right where you can see it, helping to keep your intonation right on the money.

Scalloped Bracing

Scalloped bracing is thinner than more conventional bracing. That means that the bracing pattern inside the guitar uses less wood, which means that soundboard mass is reduced. This lets the top resonate more freely, resulting in better tone with more nuance and greater projection.

Solid Top

An acoustic guitar with a solid top literally resonates with a more individual tonal character, more “organic” consistency and a more “true” voice.

Features

  • 12-string Tim Armstrong signature model, concert body style acoustic-electric
  • Fishman® CD pickup system with active preamp, tuner, volume and tone controls
  • Natural-finish solid mahogany top with scalloped “X” bracing, mahogany back and sides
  • Maple neck with satin finish
  • 20-fret walnut fingerboard with “Hellcat” and double-skull inlays
  • Walnut bridge with compensated Graph Tech® NuBone™ saddle

Specifications

Body

  • Body Back
    Laminated Mahogany
  • Body Sides
    Laminated Mahogany
  • Body Top
    Solid Mahogany
  • Body Finish
    Satin
  • Body Shape
    Concert
  • Body Binding
    Multiple
  • Bracing
    Scalloped X
  • Rosette
    70s F Style

Neck

  • Neck Material
    Maple
  • Neck Finish
    Satin Urethane
  • Neck Shape
    “C” Shape
  • Scale Length
    25.3″ (643 mm)
  • Fingerboard Material
    Walnut
  • Fingerboard Radius
    11.81″ (300 mm)
  • Number of Frets
    19
  • Fret Size
    Vintage-Style
  • Nut Material
    Graph Tech® NuBone™
  • Nut Width
    1.77″ (45 mm)
  • Position Inlays
    Hellcat and Double Skulls
  • Truss Rod
    Dual-Action

Electronics

  • Special Electronics
    Fishman® CD Preamp

Hardware

  • Bridge
    Walnut
  • Bridge Pins
    White with Black Dots
  • Hardware Finish
    Chrome
  • Tuning Machines
    Vintage-Style with Aged White Plastic Buttons
  • Pickguard
    4-Ply Tortoiseshell

Miscellaneous

  • Strings
    Fender® 70-12L, 80/20 Bronze (.010-.050 Gauges), PN 0730070423
  • Other Features
    4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard, “Hellcat” position inlays, 12th-fret double-skulls inlay, Tim Armstrong signature on truss rod cover, cream body binding, black-painted headstock, synthetic bone nut and saddle, black bridge pins with white dots
  • Legal Notice
    WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Accessories

  • Included Accessories
    None

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