Many instruments pass through The Twelfth Fret Repair shop, and some are significant by themselves. On the occasion of 🍁Canada Day🍁 and by generous special permission, we’re delighted to share these photographs of the late Stan Rogers’ 1977 William Laskin guitar (which is not for sale) and this story by luthier G. W. Barry with you. Stan’s Guitar Stan Rogers created a legacy of songs that celebrate our country and the spirit of its people. His musical and lyrical craftsmanship
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Rickenbacker introduced the 4001 bass in 1961 as an improved version of their first bass, the 4000 (introduced in 1957). The 4001 sported the same distinctive ‘crested wave’ body shape, but added a neck pickup and the cast bridge with built-in adjustable mute.
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Throughout the year, it’s essential to measure the relative humidity in order to reach proper humidification levels, allowing you to add or remove the correct amount of moisture in the air. This measurement is done with an instrument called a hygrometer.
The Twelfth Fret carries a custom branded version of the Barigo Hygrometer. Barigo is a highly respected German manufacturer of measuring devices, and their hygrometer is one of the best available.
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Fender introduced the Telecaster Custom in 1959 as part of an upwards redesign, and had the new rosewood fingerboard and in 1960 custom colours appeared!
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The Douglas Harrison GB model has been very successful with jazz guitarists and here we have another custom configuration using two Lindy Fralin pickups.
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