1963 Fender Duo-Sonic - Red Mahogany

For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1963 Fender Duo-Sonic.

This is one of five first-run Duo-Sonics that we acquired recently. The whole collection is in excellent, all-original condition, and each guitar comes with its original tan hardshell case. These are some of the actual guitars featured in Fender: The Golden Age 1946-1970 by Terry Foster, Paul Kelly, and Martin Kelly, a copy of which will be included with each guitar.

A beginner's model, the Duo-Sonic features a 3/4 scale, two single coil pickups, a metal pickup selector, volume and tone controls, and a simple bridge with barrel saddles and a bridge cover.

This particular example from 1963 features a vibrant red finish over mahogany, an unusual choice for Fender that many consider an attempt to rival the fairly new Gibson SG. Mahogany Duos were discontinued in 1964; as a result, we don't see too many on the market.

This one is in fantastic shape with only a few dings throughout. There is pronounced weather-checking as well, but this only adds to the warmth and character this instrument exudes. As noted above, it comes with its original hardshell case. 

If you’re interested in this 1963 Fender Duo-Sonic, please call us at (410) 571-9660 or send an email to info@gpguitars.com. We priced and listed each of these guitars individually, but would entertain selling them as a collection.

Body: Mahogany

Neck: Maple

Fretboard: Brazilian Rosewood (veneer)

Frets: Original - Excellent

Weight: 7lbs 11oz

Nut Width: 1.575"

Neck Depth: .810" (1st fret) / .989" (12th)

Condition: Excellent

Serial Number: L16588

Case: Original Hardshell