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Used Volu-Tone 30s Hawaiian Lap Steel Guitar
Shipping: $60
Description
The Volu-Tone Hawaiian lap steels from the 1930s are among the earliest electric string instruments, known for their unique “magnetic string charging” pickup system that predates modern pickups. These instruments were designed specifically for Hawaiian-style playing, delivering a warm, primitive electric tone with distinctive character and sustain.
Typically featuring a short scale (around 22"), simple control layout, and often striking pearloid finishes, they represent an important piece of early electric guitar history. Their tone and design are quite different from modern lap steels, giving them a raw, vintage sound that appeals to collectors and players looking for something truly unique.
As a 1930s-era instrument, the Volu-Tone stands out more as a collectible vintage piece than a modern performance tool, especially due to its unconventional electronics and historical significance in the evolution of electric instruments.
- Instrument Type: Lap Steel
- With Accessory: Original Hard Case
- Shipping: 60
- Pick Up in Store: Yes
- Standard Shipping: Yes
- Local Delivery: No
- Country: US
- Condition: Used
- Model: VOLU-TONE 30S HAWAIIAN LAP STEEL
- Product Brand: *Other Brand
- Product Line: Intermediate
- Discounted Price: Yes
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