Detail 01
18:1 nickel tuners
Provides the specified geared tuning setup.
Product detailSKU #1500000262223
Recording KingRM-997-VG Swamp Dog Metal Body Resonator Style-0 Distressed Vintage Green
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built around a hand-spun 9.5-inch cone and bell brass body, the RM-997-VG is a Style-0 metal-body resonator with a raspy, lo-fi voice and the projection to stay present in a mix. Its aged green finish uses oxidized-looking marks, so individual instruments do not share identical patterns. The mahogany C-profile neck and 12-inch-radius rosewood fingerboard bring a more current playing feel to the vintage-styled body, while 18:1 nickel tuners handle tuning duties.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Ensemble playing where a raspy, lo-fi resonator voice needs to remain distinct in the mix.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need duplicate instruments to share exactly the same aged-green appearance.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Bone nut and ebony saddle
These are the listed nut and saddle materials.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The oxidized-looking patina markings vary from one instrument to another.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gives the RM-997-VG its resonator voice?
It combines a hand-spun 9.5-inch cone with a bell brass body.
02Is every green finish identical?
No. The aged patina includes unique oxidation-style splotches and spots.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Green
