USED SPECIAL! Recording King Tricone Metal Body Resonator Acoustic Guitar - USDRM991
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Recording King RM-991 Nickel Tricone Squareneck Resonator
Condition: Excellent
Finish: Nickel-Plated Bell Brass
Product Description
The Recording King RM-991 Nickel Tricone Squareneck Resonator carries forward a nearly century-old tradition of unmatched projection, bell-like clarity, and rich harmonic overtones. Originally designed to deliver band-level volume before electric amplification, the tricone resonator remains a favorite for blues, Hawaiian, and country steel players seeking both power and nuance.
This model features a nickel-plated bell brass body for warmth and sustain, paired with a mahogany squareneck for stability and comfort in lap-style playing. At its heart are three hand-spun European Recording King cones, crafted from aluminum for maximum resophonic volume and tonal complexity. The open pan soundwell design enhances the instrument’s signature chime and overtones, while the sandcast powder-coated T-Bridge with ebony and maple saddle ensures precise string energy transfer.
Visually, the RM-991 is a showpiece—its gleaming nickel finish and vintage tricone screen coverplate evoke the look of a well-preserved pre-war classic, while delivering modern reliability and playability.
Key Features
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Nickel-Plated Bell Brass Body: Warm, resonant tone with exceptional sustain
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Three Hand-Spun European Cones: True tricone projection and harmonic richness
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Mahogany Squareneck: Ideal for lap-style steel playing
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Sandcast Powder-Coated T-Bridge: Ebony/maple saddle for tonal clarity and durability
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Open Pan Soundwell: Enhances chime and overtone complexity
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Vintage-Inspired Aesthetics: Tricone screen coverplate and period-correct detailing
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
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| Model | RM-991-S |
| Body Material | Nickel-Plated Bell Brass |
| Neck Material | Mahogany Squareneck |
| Fretboard | Padauk |
| Cone Material | Hand-Spun Aluminum |
| Cones | Three 6" Recording King Cones |
| Coverplate | Tricone Screen |
| Tailpiece | Bell Brass |
| Bridge | T-Bridge with Ebony & Maple Saddle |
| Position Markers | Abalone Dot |
| Tuners | Open Gear, Black Button |
| Nut Width | 1.9" |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Body Depth | 3.5" |
| Upper Bout | 10-3/8" |
| Lower Bout | 14-3/8" |
| Body Length | 18-1/8" |
| Total Length | 38.5" |
| Finish | Nickel-Plated Bell Brass |
Reasons to Buy
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Authentic Tricone Tone: Perfect for blues, Hawaiian, and country steel styles
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Exceptional Projection: Cuts through in ensemble settings without amplification
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Premium Materials: Bell brass body and hand-spun cones for unmatched resonance
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Vintage Look, Modern Reliability: Classic aesthetics with contemporary build quality
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Lap-Style Comfort: Squareneck design optimized for slide playing
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Recording King Craftsmanship: Built to deliver professional performance for decades