The Froggy Bottom D12 is our version of the original 12-fret Dreadnought design – a not-too-distant cousin of the Froggy D14. A requested model since 1971, this traditional 12-fret, slope-shouldered dreadnought has the powerful bottom end common to dreadnoughts, while retaining the power and clarity of the D-14 across its range. The Froggy Bottom D-12 brings an interesting and complex range of overtones to the table, tonal qualities that it shares with other Froggy Bottom 12-fret designs.
One dreadnought to cover everything…
If a person wanted one dreadnought to cover everything, this would do it. You can flat pick the hell out of it, or play soft finger-style. I flat pick exclusively, but my original instrumentals and arrangements tend to sound more like I was finger picking. I use the open strings to add that “ring” and sustain while playing the melodies. The D Model is great for that.
D12 Model Specs
- Body Width:
- 16″
- Body Length:
- 21 3/8“
- Body Depth:
- 4 1/2“
- Scale Length:
- 25 1/4“
- Nut Width:
- 1 3/4” (variable at no charge)
Model D12 Prices
These prices reflect only the basic grade and wood choices for this model. Our price list has prices for specific custom options. Our current prices, effective March 1, 2023, are subject to change without notice.
| D12 | standard / deluxe / limited |
|---|---|
| mahogany | 8355 / 9510 / 10,885 |
| rosewood | 8355 / 9510 / 10,885 |
| maple | N/A / 11,335 / 11,710 |
| walnut | N/A /11,270 / 12,645 |
| koa | N/A / 12,480 / 13,855 |