Republic Resonator Guitars Sound Samples for 5 Models / bottleneck slide delta blues

[@inkjob12]

I use to have one of your Duolian models....till someone broke into my house and took 3 of my guitars....I so miss that guitar so much. One of these days I want to get one of your smaller models....some day.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for your comment. My best sure fire tip..."Learn to enjoy pratice". Make it fun and relaxing to avoid frustration. Understand to improve you have to face challenges. The things you cannot do, are the things you need to transcend in order to advance. So, don't expect to get something in just one sitting. Continous coming back to the same exercises is key. Take notice and appreciate your small improvements. Please feel free to write as you work through the lessons. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@ricen4u Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. Using open tunings with all those open sympathetic strings, fingerpicks to play two crisp lines of music at the same time, and a bottleneck slide, resonator guitars seem to shine at their best. I truely love their unique tone and the haunting tension filled aura that they create. Glad to hear you are enjoying my work.

[@tonywildchid]

Great stuff. Love the little smile at the end of each demo too.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you.

[@XDHNoisePollution]

Wow!!! Very beautiful collection. All of them sound fantastic but the Highway 61 has a prety deep sound. I like it so much

[@TheFolkandBluesVampire259]

Thank you Keni. I wasn't paying attention to the number of strings in the video. I love the concept of tenor guitars.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@cloudeleven Thank you for your interest, comment, and question. Yes, they are all tuned to Open G. To better distinquish the difference in the tone between the 5 models, I tried to keep everything the same except use different guitars. Enjoy your practice.

[@johnkane5200]

Thanks for your demo. Very nice playing style. Recording sounded fine. Quality of Tri-cone is really great. I ordered one of the Republic tri-cone guitars just because of your wonderful comparisons. The National guitars look stunning but I’m not a professional, so the Republic is the correct price range. Please ignore negative comments, you are doing just fine, thanks very much, John

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for your feedback and encouragement. Enjoy your new axe.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@ulli61 Thank you for your interest and kind words. Actually the inventor of the resonator guitar, John Dopera, believed his original model the Tricone was the best and the single biscuit cone was inferior. It was his business partner, George Beauchamp who patented the single cone. This lead to their split. John Dopera left and invented the spider bridge cone and formed the Dobro Company. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@johnnydobroboy Good question. First you are really comparing a single cone against a tricone. Single cones tend to be higher ended, sharp like a banjo. The tricone is more balanced between bass and treble. Second, you are comparing a 14 fret to a 12 fret. 12 fret tend to have better tone, but 14 fret makes using a capo better. If you wanted my opinion, the Clarksdale Special overall may be better. The smaller body on the Highway 61 may be better for traveling. Enjoy.

[@ricen4u]

you always are entertaining.love your mastery of all these cool instruments.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@XDHNoisePollution Thank you for your comment. Ya, it is interesting to hear them compared in this way, and how the subtle differences in tone appeal to different people. The Highway 61 is small and great for traveling. The shorter 3/4 scale and 1 3/4" nut certainly would appeal to any electric guitar player. Similar to the feel of a Les Paul. It is also available with the standard scale and 1 7/8" nut. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@beeyes Thank you for your question. The bridge is a wooden saddle (disk) with a wooden bridge. Frank at Republic guitars will set the height to your specifications. The intonation is set by moving the whole resonator cone forward or back. They function differently than standard guitars because there is no soundboard. Proper set up is essential so there is the correct downward pressure to ring the cone correctly. Please feel free to write if you have any further questions. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for your comment. It is a crystalline paint finish called Frosted Duco. It was popular in the 1920/30s. Yes, they are still in production. Contact Frank at Republic guitar. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@kaptainbastard Thank you for your interest and question. The difference in tones is quite interesting. I tend to like steel single cones. They offer a sharp higher end banjo like tone. For some reason, I play the Resolian the most. I like the full size neck on the smaller parlor body. Regardless, they all seem to offer something unique. So far, the Highway 61 is the most popular with viewers. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@rastablues1 Thank you for your question. I personally prefer steel. It is harder than brass and tends to produce a higher end sharp crisp banjo liike tone. Brass being softer tends to have a warmer sound. Regardless, thet both function well for Blues. It comes down to taste. I would suggest contacting Frank at Republic Guitars for further input. Happy Holidays. Enjoy.

[@MaestroBlight]

Very helpful comparison! Thank you

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@kd5txo Thank you for your comment and question. Yes, I tried to keep everything I played the same, so it would be better to compare the tone. I personally prefer a 1 7/8" nut. Only the Highway 61 has a 1 3/4" nut / short scale. I find this a little tight, but electric guitarists probably would find it perfect (like a Les Paul). Not sure why exactly, but I play the Parlor the most. It has a full scale too. The smaller body makes it great for sitting on the couch. LOL Enjoy.

[@Meymeygwis]

Thank you for this great demo! Love, love your playing!!

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for your comment.

[@scotty]

Excellent I want the entire collection.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for your interest and question. No pick-ups. All the Republic models I own are acoustic. Enjoy.

[@cysdfz3915]

Thank you very much for this very informative comparison!

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for watching. Glad you found it helpful.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for your interest and question. It is a cover of Muddy Waters' I Can't Be Satisfied. Search: I Can't Be Satisfied by Muddy Waters / Banjitar Guitjo 6 string banjo / Bottleneck Blues Guitar

[@58landman]

Great review. I've got the Hwy 61 in a 14 fret but I think I'm gonna get a Tricone, too. Great sound.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you. Enjoy.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Yes, tenor guitar offer a different approach and especially shine when accompanied by a bass. Enjoy.

[@ulli61]

All of them sound great but my favourite is the Tricone. I wish I could play like you ;-)

[@AppeltVortex]

Great demo, thanks!

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@PanAsPik Thank you for your comment. Enjoy.

[@kaptainbastard]

what one do you like best KeniLeeBurgess ? I like the highway 61 for looks and the cutaway. The duolian for the sound.and the highway 49 for the slimmer neck. then theres the.Is it made out bell brass or steel etc and what type of cones is in it and all that sort of stuff lol. what guitar to get so many to choose from.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

I like to use nickel. These are commonly used on banjos too. I prefer Martin Nickel Resonator Bluegrass strings. They are of a heavy gauge and good for lower tunings like Open D and G.

[@cloudeleven]

Awesome video. I love resonator slide. Are these all open G tuning? Open G is my favorite.

[@valeriyblinov1573]

Keni! Blues!!! Super!!!

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

49 is a 4 string tenor guitar. Search: Republic Tenor Demo # 4A / When You Got a Good Friend by R. Johnson / 61 is a 6 string cutaway.

[@brookstube11]

Yo Keni...I got a Resolian 332 on its way from Frank. Aside from practice - one sure-fire tip, please? BIG fan o' yours by the way....lovin' the rag stuff. Nico.

[@wadeolder7193]

I can see where just one of these are not enough.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

+Wade Older LOL Like eating potato chips.

[@ordonezelvin]

That highway 61 has the most mojo

[@johnnydobroboy]

I was wondering, I am planning on purchasing either the Clarksdale Special, or the Highway 61 Fullscale. But the one thing that is holding me back was i was wondering if the Clarksdale Special would sound the same as other Republic steel bodied tricones? any help is greatly appreciated because no one has anything on this beautiful guitar!!!!

[@TheFolkandBluesVampire259]

Thank you

[@DrCowinabox]

thinking of getting a tricone.. the duolian sounds amazing too though... hmmmm

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@rastablues1 Thank you Lowell. Enjoy.

[@TheFolkandBluesVampire259]

Yeah I'm saving up for a Highway 49.

[@TheMatheusraimundo]

National Duaolin!!!!

[@kd5txo]

nice to hear all the Republic guitars side-by-side like that. You make them all sound excellent but I can hear subtle differences in the color of the notes from model to model and I am sue you can feel slight differences in how each one plays. Which one is the most comfortable for you?

[@dcbluez4883]

I like the Tricone. I have the Highway 61 and like it also but more natural volume would be better like the Tricone. Too bad dont have a cutaway Tricone.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Ya, I think they are sold out of the Clarksdale Special.

[@OneFlewOver1776]

Hi Keni I just want to say thanks for all your playing...I'm a lefty so I don't have much choice here. I was wondering if I could just switch the strings around for the Parlors..plus I'd like to put a Lace Humbucker in one and was wondering what do you think. Would it be better if it was wood with the pickup or metal and what medal..steel or brass? I've been playing guitar and bass for a long time and I play with my fingers..So I know they make a Clarksdale for Leftys..that's what Frank said..I just don't know..so if you can give a little help here for us Lefty's. Thanks Keni..I hope you get this...and if anyone has any info..it would be appreciated..thanks all.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

+77Blkstrat I would suggest talking to Frank about what models can be simply flipped over and a new bridge and nut cut for lefty. I play mainly acoustically so my knowledge of amplifying is weak. I have the Highlander system in my National Duolian. Again, possibly Frank may have better suggestion. Also try posting these questions in Facebook groups. I prefer the hard tone produced by steel myself. Wood being softer produces a warmer tone. I hope this helps.

[@gregskirboll9890]

why do you say 12 fret join sounds better than a 14th? i really like the idea of a cutaway on the clarksdale special model they offer and it has a 14. thanks

[@mattybee73]

great stuff kenni. all beautiful guitars. the highway 61 3/4 looks and sounds amazing. what kind of finish would you call that? are they still in production? cheers matt

[@beeyes]

How is the intonation on these guitars? The bridge is not adjustable, I assume.

[@TheFolkandBluesVampire259]

What is the main difference between the Highway 49 and the Highway 61?

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Nice choice. Remember to tell Frank, Keni Lee sent ya. Free CD 1 with your purchase. Enjoy.

[@teemlee51]

Hi Kenny Lee, Love your vids. Have you played the 14 fret H61 model? If so, thoughts on preferance of playability and tone? Thanks...

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

+Scooter Lee I don't own a Republic 14 fret model, but my National Duolian is a 14 fret. Due to the fact the body was simply made smaller to expose the frets, it is debatable that they lack the fullness of the 12 fret model. Although, for changing keys it comes in handy. Open D to E, capo fret two and conveniently still have 12 frets clear of the body.

[@teemlee51]

Didn't think of the key change. Maybe not a big deal with a cutaway. Thanks for the quick and informative response!

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Exactly. Enjoy.

[@paulhitchman1267]

what's the name of the song at the beginning of this video?

[@fring3]

Hi Keni Lee - Is there TAB for that demo tune you played somewhere, please?

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Sorry, I doubt it. My teachers never gave me tab either. interested in learning? Recently, I've been teaching on Zoom. Email me: [e-mail] Thank you.

[@58DRMart]

Keni, Great demo Thank You. Is the trigone model the steel or brass body version? Thanks David

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you. Steel tricone.

[@Powertuber1000]

The Tricone generally has a more complex tone.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

+Powertuber1000 Yes. Due to the three individual smaller cones. Thank you for your interest.

[@mege8524]

hey keni ..which is the strings for resonators? thanks..peace.

[@patrickmcgee4248]

Keni which would do better for like MUDDY WATERS Robert Johnson ,fred McDowell sounds ?

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Why choose? I got all their recordings.

[@patrickmcgee4248]

Keni Lee Burgess I'm asking about which guitar would be better

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

That is an interesting question because none of them played resonator guitars. I personally like steel body single cones.

[@patrickmcgee4248]

Keni Lee Burgess I was thinking about the minolion if I spelled it right:)

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Ya... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKWseohva96Ah9U

[@407bug]

Sounds the resolin parlour wins to me, what did you think Keni?

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Sounds like a good choice. Thank you.

[@407bug]

I got wood one coming, parlour sized minola..

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

I am very fond of the tone and size of the Resolian, but I bang on them all. LOL

[@renebleu3542]

Hello ! Did you test the Clarcksdale model from Republic ? Regards,

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Never got a chance, but it does seem to be a special one.

[@renebleu3542]

... Do It Keni as soon as you will find the opportunity Keni !

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@@renebleu3542 I was a representative for Republic. The founder, who is now passed away, sent me guitars to play and demo. He was very generous and support of my work. His son now runs the business, so I think this relationship has ended.

[@renebleu3542]

OK... meanwhile, in what field and kind of music you feel and think that the Clarcksdale should be the best one, considering your feeling and reso experience ?

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@@renebleu3542 I am a Blues player. I have no idea what another stylist would play. Have you searched youtube and google?

[@Vanillablooos]

Do you have pick ups in all your resonators?

[@renebleu3542]

Hello ! And what were the open tuning ? Regards,

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

René Bleu Please visit Ebay and search: keni lee if you are in search of instruction. Thank you for your interest.

[@patrickmcgee4248]

Now are you playing these acoustic are amplified bought too buy me one

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

I am playing acoustically. There are various methods to amplify them.

[@WestcoastGuitars]

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[@WestcoastGuitars]

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[@KeniLeeBurgess]

@johnnydobroboy BTW: Don't forget to tell Frank, Keni Lee sent ya. He will give you a free copy of my instructional video CD 1. Enjoy your practice.

[@jessewaldman]

sweet review! I got me a republic highway 61 a few moths back, lovin' it! here's a little ditty on it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmHHeZ1vbq6UqbM

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

Thank you for sharing.

[@proberaum7015]

The sound quality presenting these Intruments is not apropriate.

[@KeniLeeBurgess]

+Probe Raum The price you are paying for this free demonstration is not worth your comment either. If you are willing to pay for studio time, I would be glad to reproduce it. I disagree with your comment. It offers a comparison.