Recording King RM-997E-VG

Recording King

Ref RM997EVG
Where metal meets the blues
€810.66

€810.65 VAT excl.

Features

Recording King RM-997E-VG

Swamp Dog Metal Body Resonator Electric – Vintage Green

The Recording King RM-997E-VG Swamp Dog is a metal body resonator guitar with a strong vintage character, designed to deliver a powerful, authentic sound full of personality. Inspired by pre-war models, it features a bell brass body with a Distressed Vintage Green finish, giving the instrument a worn-in, unique look—perfect for blues, folk, and Americana styles.

The 9.5” hand-spun Recording King resonator cone ensures outstanding sound projection, with pronounced mids, deep lows, and a strong attack, making it ideal for slide guitar and fingerstyle playing. The mahogany neck provides comfort and stability, while the fretboard offers smooth playability both acoustically and when amplified.

Equipped with a Fishman Nashville pickup, the RM-997E-VG delivers natural and faithful amplification of the resonator tone, making it perfect for live performances, studio recording, and professional use. A resonator guitar designed for players seeking vintage aesthetics, solid construction, and modern versatility.

Ideal for

  • Blues, country, folk, and Americana players
  • Live performances with natural amplification
  • Slide guitar and expressive fingerstyle
  • Musicians looking for a vintage resonator sound with modern versatility

Key Features

  • Body: Bell brass
  • Finish: Distressed Vintage Green patina, giving each instrument a unique look
  • Resonator Cone: Recording King 9.5” hand-spun cone, enhancing traditional pre-war resonator tone
  • Pickup: Integrated Fishman Nashville (biscuit-style) for high-quality plug-and-play amplification
  • Neck: Mahogany, for a natural and balanced feel
  • Fretboard: Padauk with 19 frets
  • Position Markers: Mother-of-pearl dot inlays
  • Neck Profile: Comfortable C-shape for smooth playability
  • Scale Length: 24-7/8” (approx. 632 mm)
  • Nut Width: 1-3/4”
  • Bridge: Hard maple with ebony/maple saddle for enhanced attack and projection
  • Tuners: Nickel-plated for stable tuning
  • Saddle & Nut: Bone, for improved sustain and intonation
  • Coverplate: Classic “chicken feet” resonator style
  • Pickup Preamp: Included (Fishman Nashville)