National Gold Dueco 14-Fret Resonator Guitar with Hardshell Case

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The National Gold Dueco 14-Fret Resonator captures the raw character of early resonator guitars while delivering the reliability modern players expect. Inspired by the workhorse Duolian models of the early 1930s—favorites among blues musicians who needed volume in lively juke joints—this steel-bodied instrument produces the punchy, metallic voice that made Nationals legendary. Its gold crystalline frosted finish gives the guitar a striking visual presence while honoring the vintage aesthetic that defined the era.

At the heart of the Dueco is National’s 9.5-inch hand-spun resonator cone, the engine behind its unmistakable sound. The steel body projects a bright, cutting tone that responds beautifully to both bottleneck slide and traditional fretting, delivering crisp clarity at softer dynamics and explosive volume when pushed harder. Whether played for gritty Delta blues, roots music, or modern acoustic styles, the Dueco delivers the unmistakable snap and authority that resonator fans chase.

A mahogany neck with a soft V profile and ebony fingerboard provides a comfortable, vintage-inspired feel that suits both slide players and fingerstyle musicians. Unlike many aging vintage examples, the modern Dueco features a truss rod for stability and easy adjustment, allowing players to enjoy classic resonator tone without the maintenance headaches. The result is an instrument that feels like stepping back into the golden age of National guitars—only now it’s built to keep making music for decades to come, available at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: None
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Gold Dueco 14-Fret
• Top Material: Steel
• Top Color: Gold Crystalline Frosted
• Back & Sides Material: Steel
• Binding Material: None
• Resonator: National 9.5″ Hand-Spun
• Soundholes: Two F-Holes

Neck

• Neck Profile: Soft V
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Neck Depth: 0.929" at 1st Fret, 1.005" at 10th Fret
• Scale Length: 25"
• Nut Width: 1-13/16"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
• Fingerboard Binding: None
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Joint: Set Neck
• Headstock: Slotted
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: None
• Headplate Finish: Satin

Hardware

• Bridge: Biscuit Bridge
• Tailpiece: Gold Steel
• Nut Material: Bone
• Tuners: Open Gear with White Buttons

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 25776