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zZounds' 12-String Guitar Buying Guide

zZounds' 12-String Guitar Buying Guide

Take your sound to the next level with a 12-string guitar! Designed to add depth and harmonic complexity that fills out your sound, 12-string guitars are a secret weapon in the studio, and a fantastic companion for singer-songwriters.

12-string guitars feature 6 "courses," or pairs, of strings spaced in such a way that you can usually play the instrument like a regular six-string. Typically, the bottom four strings feature octave-up string pairings, while the top two boast unison tunings. The result is a chiming, jangly sound with an inherent chorusing effect that can't be replicated on a six-string guitar.

Now is the perfect time to add the full-flavored sound of a 12-string guitar to your collection. Check out our exclusive 12-String Guitar Buying Guide and find the right model for you!
Acoustic-Electric 12-String Guitars
For an all-around workhorse 12-string, you can't go wrong with an acoustic-electric model. A great instrument both on stage and at home, these 12-string guitars can be your songwriting companion at home while also remaining performance-ready. Loaded with pickups and electronics, these guitars easily plug in on any stage for a pro sound anywhere.
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Ibanez AEG5012 Acoustic-Electric Guitar, 12-String

$349.99
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    $43.75
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    $58.33
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    $87.50

Guild F-2512E Maple Acoustic-Electric Guitar, 12-String

$549.99
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    $68.75
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    $91.66
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    $137.50
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Michael Kelly Forte Port 12 Randy Jackson 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar

$449.99
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    $56.25
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    $75.00
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    $112.50

Martin D-X2E Brazilian Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Gig Bag)

$699.00
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    $58.25
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    $87.38
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    $116.50
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    $174.75

Washburn WCG15SCE12-O Deluxe Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar, 12-String

$999.00
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    $83.25
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    $124.88
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    $166.50
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    $249.75
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Breedlove Organic Pro Solo Concert CE Acoustic-Electric Guitar, 12-String (with Case)

$999.00
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    $83.25
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    $124.88
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    $166.50
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    $249.75
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Fender Villager 12-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Gig Bag)

$524.99
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    $87.50
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    $131.25
Acoustic 12-String Guitars
If you don't need electronics, or prefer to have your guitar mic'd up anyway, these all-acoustic 12-string models are just the ticket for you. Designed with songwriters in mind, the models are built to be by your side whenever inspiration strikes.
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Epiphone DR-212 12-String Acoustic Guitar

$289.00
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    $48.17
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    $72.25

Luna Gypsy Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, 12-String

$219.00
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    $36.50
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    $54.75

Yamaha FG82012 Folk Acoustic Guitar, 12-String

$429.99
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    $53.75
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    $71.66
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    $107.50

Ibanez PF1512 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, 12-String

$269.99
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    $45.00
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    $67.50
Electric 12-String Guitars
For those who just want to play loud, these guitars marry the charm of a 12-string with the hard-edged tone of full-blown electric. Whether you play clean or with plenty of distortion, electric 12-string guitars inject a vintage flavor into any performance. Plug these models into effects pedals for even more creative sounds.
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Squier Paranormal Jazzmaster XII Electric Guitar

$503.99
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    $84.00
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    $126.00

Gretsch G5422G-12 Electromatic Hollowbody Electric Guitar, 12-String

$999.99
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    $83.33
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    $125.00
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    $166.66
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    $250.00
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Danelectro 59 Electric Guitar, 12-String

$549.00
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    $68.63
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    $91.50
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    $137.25
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Ibanez Artcore AS7312 Electric Guitar, 12-String

$599.99
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    $50.00
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    $75.00
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    $100.00
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    $150.00
String Sets for 12-String Guitars
Don't forget your strings! As it turns out, you can't simply use two sets of regular six-string guitar strings. 12-string guitars require special gauges of strings to create maximum chime. Check out our selection of both acoustic and electric 12-string guitar strings below!
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Double-Neck Acoustic and Electric Guitars
Not sure if you need a 6- or 12-string guitar? How about both! These double-neck guitars boast both 6- and 12-string setups so you can change up your sound on the fly.

Martin Grand J-28E Double-Neck Acoustic-Electric Guitar

$7,999.00
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