Fantastic survivor 1932 National Triolian

Up for sale from a private music room collection is an authentic, verified 1932 National Triolian 12-fret single-cone resonator in legendary pre-war condition.

Stamped with serial number 3055 W alongside the original Dopyera patent stamp (⁠PAT 1808766⁠) on the top edge of the slotted headstock, this Los Angeles-built Triolian features a thin-gauge stamped steel body in classic 1930s sunburst finish, 12-fret neck joint, and a single resonator cone with wooden biscuit bridge.

This 1932 Triolian possesses a hugely impressive acoustic voice—delivering massive volume, rich low-end growl, and incredible natural sustain that fills a room effortlessly. It has been stored in a climate-controlled home environment alongside high-end Nationals and fine vintage acoustics.

🎼 From the Private Music Room Collection

This instrument is part of a carefully maintained private collection kept in a smoke-free, climate-controlled home studio environment. Every piece in this collection—ranging from vintage pre-war acoustics to Japanese handcrafted Masterworks and fine resonators—has been stored, and properly cared for. Buy with confidence!

Key Specifications & Features

 Year & Serial: 1932 (Headstock stamped ⁠3055 W⁠ / ⁠PAT 1808766⁠ / ⁠OTHER PAT PEND.⁠) – Made in Los Angeles, USA

 Body Style: 12-Fret to body stamped steel construction in original factory sunburst

 Cone & Bridge: Original 9.5" single resonator cone with wooden biscuit bridge and hand-rest coverplate

 Tailpiece: Brand-new official National Reso-Phonic replacement tailpiece installed for rock-solid stability. Both original pieces of the broken pre-war tailpiece are included for vintage provenance.

 Neck & Headstock: Slotted headstock with vintage tuners; partial gold outline of original National shield headstock decal intact

Condition & Collector Notes

 Body & Patina: Displays perfect, authentic 94-year-old play wear, finish flaking, and a gorgeous aged patina across the steel body and soundhole vents.

 Neck, Fingerboard & Binding: The neck, fingerboard, and headstock are in fantastic condition. The fingerboard binding remains completely intact, tight, and smooth along the entire length of the neck with no shrinkage or lifting.

 Side Bout Holes: There are two small holes drilled into the side bout near the lower treble area of the tailpiece (as shown in close-up photos).

 Playability & Hardware: The new National tailpiece allows for full string tension with complete peace of mind. The neck is straight, and the resonator yields a strong, rattle-free acoustic response.

Shipping & Terms

 Packaged with extreme care in a vintage/fitted hardshell case, detuned to relieve tension, and boxed securely in a heavy-duty guitar box.

 Ships fully insured with tracking via Canada Post / UPS.

 Local pickup in Nova Scotia available by arrangement.