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Product Code: TB412-CE
$539
Tanglewood TB412-CE 12-String Acoustic Electric w/ Cutaway (Smokestack Satin)
Stock at Supplier:Ships in 7-14 days
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Support: 1 Year
Warranty: 5/yr
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Product Information
The Tanglewood TB412–CE is a 12–string acoustic–electric built on the notion that choral richness and fret access needn't be mutually exclusive. The Super Folk Cutaway body shape prioritises reach into the upper registers without sacrificing the resonant mass that defines the 12–string's character. All–mahogany construction–top, back, and sides–grounds the instrument in a time–tested tonal philosophy: warm fundamentals, pronounced mid–range bloom, and natural sustain that rewards both rhythmic clarity and melodic development.
The mahogany top delivers that characteristic 12–string punch: harmonically rich, with sparkling upper partials when picked cleanly and a full–bodied response under strumming. The Tanglewood Premium Plus EQ system provides three–band control and mid–sweep functionality, essential for sculpting the instrument's natural brightness into stage–friendly or studio–balanced territory. The engineered–wood fingerboard offers durability and repeatability, while the Smokestack Satin finish strikes a practical balance: protective coating without the reflective gloss that catches stage lights awkwardly.
This is a workhorse for players juggling both acoustic strumming and occasional amplified work–bedroom recording, songwriter demos, light touring, or ensemble settings where a 12–string's harmonic density adds texture without dominating the mix. The cutaway makes alternate tunings and upper–fret work viable. The Premium Plus electronics eliminate the need for external preamps for honest cafe or small–venue amplification, provided tone-shaping discipline governs EQ choices.
Features
- 12–string Super Folk Cutaway body shape for extended fret access and traditional choral response
- All–mahogany construction: top, back, and sides for warm, harmonic–rich tone
- Tanglewood Premium Plus EQ system with three–band active tone control and sweep
- Engineered–wood fingerboard for stability and consistent playability
- Smokestack Satin finish protects mahogany grain whilst minimising stage light reflection
- Cutaway design enables comfortable access to upper frets on 12–string neck
- Acoustic–electric configuration suits studio recording, live amplification, and hybrid workflows
- Blackbird range positioning within Tanglewood's all–mahogany model hierarchy
