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Description
The Eko Ranger 12 is a classic choice for musicians seeking a versatile and rich-sounding 12-string acoustic guitar. With its heritage dating back to the 1960s, the Eko Ranger series is renowned for its robust sound and reliable performance. This model combines traditional craftsmanship with modern playability, making it a suitable companion for both seasoned performers and aspiring players.
Crafted with a spruce top and mahogany back and sides, the Eko Ranger 12 delivers a warm and resonant tone, perfect for genres ranging from folk to rock. Its dreadnought body shape ensures powerful projection, allowing your music to fill any room. The guitar features a comfortable mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard, offering smooth playability for intricate picking and strumming alike.
The Eko Ranger 12 is equipped with a traditional bridge and die-cast tuners, ensuring precise tuning stability even under the tension of twelve strings. The guitar's natural finish highlights the beauty of the wood, making it visually appealing as well as acoustically impressive.
Whether you're playing solo or accompanying a band, the Eko Ranger 12's full-bodied sound and vintage charm will enhance your musical expression.
Key Features:
- 12-string dreadnought acoustic guitar
- Spruce top and mahogany back and sides
- Mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard
- Traditional bridge for enhanced stability
- Die-cast tuners for precise tuning
- Ideal for a variety of musical styles and settings
Videos
Normans Rare Guitars
Guitar of the Day: Late 1960's Eko Ranger 12 String Electra
Guitar of the Day: Late 1960's Eko Ranger 12 String Electra
Normans Rare Guitars
EKO RANGER 12 STRING 1960's MODEL REVIEW & DEMO
SUN HOT BAND
1970s Eko Ranger 12
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Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Eko Ranger XII.
Value and pricing
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Mid-60s models with a white paper label can significantly increase in value, potentially reaching the $700 range if in great condition.
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Setup and maintenance
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Issues noted with the bridge/saddle being potentially undersized, possibly affecting string spacing; a luthier's assessment is recommended.
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A neck reset is often necessary for vintage models to play well, which can be costly and may not be worth the investment.
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After a neck repair, expect some fret buzz and action that may not be perfect; new tuners are crucial as original ones often fail to hold tune.
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Features and functionality
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Use cases and applications
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Better suited for amplification, enhancing their unique vintage sound profile.
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Comparisons
4.5 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 14 Ratings
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Got it from a friend
Very unique guitar sound i got it from a friend and it had a big hole in the back but my dad fixed it up and it works like new
Artist usage
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In this video Kevin is playing an old Eko 12 strings acoustic Italian guitar.
"the guitar on the recording was a 12-string Eko guitar played by Sumner.[12] Sumner recalls:
Ian didn't really want to play guitar, but for some reason we wanted him to play it. I can't remember the reason now ... I think Ian used to play only on "Love Will Tear Us Apart" ... no I'm wrong, there was another track too. Maybe "Heart and Soul"? I do remember Ian used to play just one chord, which was D. We showed him how to play D and we wrote a song. I wonder if that's why we wrote "Love Will Tear Us Apart", you could drone a D through it. I think he played it live because I was playing keyboards. On the record I played guitar, a twelve string Eko guitar, an Italian guitar that actually sounded pretty good"
In early 2017 Adams posted this video on Instagram playing the Ranger 12 he bought during his stay in London in January.
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Mike Rutherford playing an Eko Ranger XII circa early 1970s
In Danilo’s 2021 guitar collection video, Danilo talks about his Ranger 12
Used the guitar live at 'the rocking chair' in Sheffield on 9.7.16 during "Lost in the City".
Album Usage
The Eko Ranger XII has been featured on the following albums:
Genre Usage
Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.
Used With
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