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Description

Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6 is an electric guitar that combines vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern playability, ideal for musicians who crave an instrument that stands out in both sound and style. With its unique offset body shape and relic finish, this guitar exudes a classic vibe while offering contemporary performance features. The RB6 is meticulously handcrafted in the USA, showcasing the artisan quality that Fano is renowned for.

Featuring a customizable pickup configuration, players can tailor the RB6's tone to their personal preferences, ensuring versatility across various music genres. The guitar is equipped with a medium "C" neck profile, making it comfortable for long playing sessions, and the 25.5" scale length provides a familiar feel for most players. Its rosewood fingerboard offers a warm tonal quality, complementing the guitar's overall sound.

The Alt de Facto RB6 also includes a contoured body for added comfort and ease of playability, allowing musicians to express themselves freely on stage or in the studio. Whether you're a seasoned performer or an enthusiastic hobbyist, the RB6 promises a dynamic playing experience with its rich tonal palette and distinctive design.

Key Features:

  • Handcrafted in the USA
  • Customizable pickup configuration
  • Medium "C" neck profile
  • 25.5" scale length
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • Contoured body for enhanced comfort
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Fano Alt de Facto RB6 • SN: 51941

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Fano Alt de Facto RB6 • SN: 51712

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Fano Alt de Facto RB6 • SN: 511039

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Fano Wildwood Exclusive Alt de Facto RB6 • SN: 51711

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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 Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6.

Features and functionality

  • The Fano Alt de Facto RB6 with a Bigsby offers unique playability and ergonomics, distinct from its Gibson scale counterparts, despite similar tonal characteristics.

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User experience

  • Owners highlight that the Fano RB6's standout feature is its exceptional playability rather than its sound, which resembles other guitars with Fralin P90 pickups.

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Use cases and applications

  • Inspired by the guitarist from the J-Rock band King Gnu, the RB6 is favored for its style and playability, appealing to fans of specific musical genres and bands.

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Critic Reviews

Fano Alt de Facto RB6 | Vintage Guitar® magazine

vintageguitar.com

The Fano Alt de Facto RB6 is a modern tribute to vintage guitars, blending classic aesthetics with contemporary craftsmanship. Its distressed nitrocellulose finish and aged hardware evoke the charm of well-played instruments from the past. The choice of alder, mahogany, or swamp ash body, paired with a bolt-on maple or mahogany neck, offers flexibility in tone. The RB6's standout feature is its Lindy Fralin P-90 pickups, which deliver a balanced, warm tone suitable for various styles, from classic rock to jazz and country. The guitar's natural resonance and versatility make it a studio gem, providing depth and focus to lower strings. While it excels in vintage appeal and sound, the RB6's high price point may be a consideration for some. Overall, it's a high-caliber instrument that combines nostalgic vibes with modern playability.

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See how Matthew Followill uses Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6

Matthew Followill

Guitarist

Kings of Leon

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'@matfollowill - At headquarters getting sounds for #WALLS on my new love @fanoguitars #rb6 with #p90s'

posted on instagram 28 August 2016

See how Mike Sullivan uses Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6

Mike Sullivan

Guitarist

Russian Circles

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Rig Rundown at Premier Guitar:

"Sullivan’s new love is a Fano RB6 that he recently received from the boutique guitar maker’s custom shop. “It comes down to the clarity thing,” Sullivan says. “You hit a chord and you hear every note. The Lollar P-90’s in the neck and bridge just sound incredible, and just have a pure organic tone. There’s nothing to hide behind.” In addition to its Jason Lollar P-90 pickups, Sullivan’s RB6 utilizes a Gibson-like 24 3/4" scale neck with a chunky C-shape. Sullivan’s guitars are strung up with Dean Markley custom-gauge .012-.056 strings (he occasionally uses a .058 for the lowest string), and are tuned low to high to B-F#-C-F-G-B."

Talked about around 8:04 in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfTkHgfS-NU

See how Boz Boorer uses Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6

Boz Boorer

Guitarist

Polecats

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In this pic Boz is seen with the guitar

See how Daiki Tsuneta uses Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6

Daiki Tsuneta

Singer, Guitarist

King Gnu

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In this Hakujitsu - King Gnu (Link: https://youtu.be/ony539T074w?si=-WUZcA_iBBrCoYnF) and KICK BACK Live version with Kenshi Yonezu (Link: https://youtu.be/HSNWJbkIsmo?si=rvtQJvL390XBCmQR), he uses this guitar. This guitar can also be seen in King Gnu's live performance "CLOSING CEREMONY" in Nissan Stadium posted on June 5th, 2023 by the band's drummer Twitter account (Link: https://twitter.com/hiibaasanJBppoi/status/1665915485823836160/photo/3) {Daiki Tsuneta is standing on the left}.

See how ACAね uses Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6

ACAね

Singer, Guitarist

ずっと真夜中でいいのに。

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Color/Finish: Red

ACAね was seen using the Fano Guitars Alt de Facto RB6 in a Twitter post by @zutomayo, captioned: "ライブでも使ってる大好きなnanaバッグ、コラボです嬉 A5_Am7の方は念願のプラグ型アクセ付けました✰音楽ガジェットな遊び詰まってる男女ともおすすめ レコーディングスタジオのコズミック感が好きでフープを機材たちと一緒に撮影できたのも嬉しかった、何卒何卒です."

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