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National Reso-Phonic Guitars

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American musical instrument manufacturer

National Reso-Phonic Guitars is a manufacturer of high quality resonator guitars and other resonator instruments.2 It is headquartered in United States.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1989Founded1

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National Reso-Phonic Guitars is a manufacturer of high quality resonator guitars and other resonator instruments.2

The story

The company was formed in 1989 by Don Young and McGregor Gaines in a Southern California garage. They began producing resonator guitars under the name "National Reso-Phonic Guitars".

Since 1990, the factory has been located in San Luis Obispo, California. It currently produces over 300 instruments annually, offering more than 50 different models including Scheerhorn guitars. The company also repairs and restores vintage National instruments.

National Reso-Phonic Guitars, Inc. is currently owned by President/Owner Jason Workman.

From Wikipedia’s article on National Reso-Phonic Guitars, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.4

Products and brands

National Reso-Phonic Guitars model range include the Tricone, biscuit-bridge, and the inverted cone design used on the Dobro.

From Wikipedia’s article on National Reso-Phonic Guitars, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.4

Timeline

  1. 1989Founded Founded1

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