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Due to the unique way they are built, resonators are able to resonate more loudly and produce a sound that is grittier and sharper. The reason why they were invented in the first place back in the late 1920s is that regular acoustic guitars weren’t able to compete with loud brass instruments within the confines of a band. They always stand out, with their striking design, as well as loud, resonating sound, especially if they have an all-metal body, which is something that looks rather odd if you are seeing a resonator guitar for the first time. They always seem to take a back seat to both acoustic and electric guitars, which is unfair, since they are fascinating pieces of gear, not just when it comes to construction, but their looks as well.

However, when it comes to genres like bluegrass and blues, resonators are used very frequently because of their twangy metallic sound, which suits these genres extremely well.

Resonator guitars don’t get enough credit, especially when it comes to mainstream music.

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