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Framus Hootenanny 12-String

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The Framus Hootenanny 12-String is a versatile addition to any guitarist's collection, blending traditional acoustic warmth with modern electric capabilities. This acoustic-electric guitar is designed for musicians who crave the rich, resonant tones that only a 12-string can provide. The Hootenanny's specially crafted spruce top ensures a bright and clear sound, while the mahogany back and sides add depth and warmth to each note. Whether you're strumming in an unplugged session or plugged in for a live performance, this guitar delivers consistent sound quality with ease.

Equipped with a high-quality onboard preamp, the Framus Hootenanny allows you to shape your sound precisely, providing a seamless transition from studio to stage. The neck is designed for comfort, making it easier to navigate the expanded fretboard that accompanies its 12-string setup. Tuning stability is enhanced with premium machine heads, ensuring your performance remains pitch-perfect throughout.

Ideal for folk, rock, or any genre looking for that full-bodied, harmonic richness, the Framus Hootenanny stands out with its balance of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology.

Key Features:

Acoustic-electric 12-string guitar
Spruce top with mahogany back and sides
Onboard preamp for sound customization
Comfortable neck design for easy playability
Premium machine heads for superior tuning stability

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Michael Sokil

Help! - The Beatles - Full Instrumental Recreation (4K) - Featuring a Framus Hootenanny!

Michael Sokil

1964 Framus Hootenanny plays The Beatles!!

Perry Stanley

5 BEATLES Acoustics Play BEATLES

Perry Stanley

Framus Hootenanny 1963 - You´ve got to hide your love away

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The Framus Hootenanny is often compared to John Lennon's version used on "Help," indicating its potential collectability among Beatles enthusiasts.
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Appraisals for similar models range from $500 to $1200, with higher prices for versions matching John Lennon’s guitar.
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Some models feature classical-style tuning machines, while others match Lennon’s guitar, indicating variations in headstock designs.
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The guitar’s connection to the Beatles makes it appealing to collectors rather than just players.
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Setup and maintenance

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The Framus 12-string requires specific tuner spacing; common modern tuners may not fit without modification.
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Tuners with a 15:1 gear ratio from AliExpress have been successfully used for repair, offering a cost-effective solution.
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Locking tuners are recommended for ease of string changes, a common challenge with 12-string guitars.
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Owners report that maintaining the original one-piece, open-geared tuners can be challenging, prompting consideration of practical alternatives.
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John Lennon

Singer, Guitarist

The Beatles

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In this photo, John Lennon can be seen playing a Framus Hootenanny 12 string guitar for the film 'Help'.

Tony Hicks

Singer, Guitarist

The Hollies

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What is not known within The Hollies is that Tony Hicks played more than 1 12 string guitar, in particular this Framus Hootenanny 12 string, that is complete with pickups and volume knobs. This Framus Hootenanny 12 string would appear in the live Beat Club performance of Look Through Any Window in 1966. The guitar would only so far appear in this particular Beat Club performance, as the guitar itself did not appear (as of now) in any promotional shoots or live performances after the Beat Club performance. This guitar though would also be present in Bus Stop as the lead guitar, according to 'manwithnoexpression' on his Bus Stop cover video.