FRAMUS Vintage Hootenanny 6ST VSSB Vintage Sunburst Satin / All Solid Round Shoulder Dreadnought / FRVC031-25

Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our luthier workshop, this guitar is a brand-new instrument.

Framus Deluxe hardcase and original accessories included.

FRAMUS Vintage Hootenanny 6ST VSSB Vintage Sunburst Satin

• 6-string steel-string acoustic guitar
• Body shape: Round Shoulder Dreadnought
• Top: Solid Sitka spruce
• Back and sides: Solid sapele
• Bracing: Spruce
• Neck: One-piece solid mahogany
• Neck joint: Set neck with dovetail joint at the 12th fret
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard radius: Flat
• Number of frets: 19 nickel silver frets
• Zero fret: Yes
• Nut width: 44 mm
• Fingerboard width at the 12th fret: 54 mm
• Fingerboard width at the 19th fret: 57 mm
• Scale length: 643 mm (25.3")
• Nut: Bone
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Tailpiece: Nickel trapeze tailpiece
• Machine heads: Vintage-style, sealed gears, nickel finish, ivory-colored buttons
• Rosette: Decorative wooden rosette
• Binding: Ivory and black
• Pickguards: Two self-adhesive pickguards included, one black and one tortoiseshell
• Original strings: D’Addario XTAPB1253, .012–.053 gauge

Founded in 1946 by Fred Wilfer, Framus is a historic German guitar manufacturer that has played a major role in the history of European guitar making. From the 1950s and 1960s onwards, its instruments attracted numerous professional musicians and accompanied the rise of rock and pop music. The brand became particularly legendary thanks to the famous Hootenanny, a 12-string acoustic guitar associated with John Lennon and George Harrison during the Beatles era. With this 6-string version of the Framus Vintage Hootenanny, the manufacturer brings back the spirit of an iconic 1960s model, combining meticulous craftsmanship with high-quality materials.

One of its main strengths is its all-solid-wood construction, a genuine advantage for guitarists looking for an expressive acoustic instrument with rich tonal nuances. Its solid Sitka spruce top is paired with solid sapele back and sides, a traditional combination particularly appreciated for its balanced tonal response. Spruce delivers clarity, precision and excellent dynamics, while sapele contributes warmth to the midrange, rounded bass and generous projection. Unlike a guitar featuring laminated back and sides, this entirely solid-wood construction offers considerable potential for tonal development over time as the wood matures and the instrument is played.

With its Vintage Sunburst Satin finish, the Hootenanny boasts a particularly appealing visual identity. Its vintage-inspired sunburst shading highlights the natural character of the wood and enhances its retro appeal, while the satin finish maintains an understated, elegant look. Contrasting binding, a decorative wooden rosette and an elegant nickel-plated trapeze tailpiece complete its instantly recognizable appearance, true to the spirit of 1960s acoustic guitars. Two self-adhesive pickguards, one black and one tortoiseshell, are also included, allowing you to personalize its appearance to suit your preferences.

The mahogany neck, paired with a rosewood fingerboard and a 44 mm nut width, provides a comfortable playing feel, while the 643 mm scale length offers familiar ergonomics for an acoustic guitar. The zero fret, a distinctive feature of this design, further contributes to the instrument’s individual character. Beyond its wonderfully vintage looks, this Hootenanny benefits from carefully considered construction, designed to deliver a musical experience worthy of its heritage.

The Beatles connection naturally gives this Hootenanny a special place in guitar history. John Lennon used the original 12-string model on several recordings from the Help! and Rubber Soul era, while George Harrison also played this instrument. This 6-string version captures the spirit of a family of guitars closely associated with that legendary period in popular music. It is a fitting tribute to an essential chapter in guitar history, without compromising the musical qualities expected of a modern instrument.

With its solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides, beautifully executed Vintage Sunburst Satin finish and prestigious musical heritage, the Framus Vintage Hootenanny 6ST VSSB is a particularly compelling proposition. It will appeal equally to players seeking warm, characterful acoustic tones, enthusiasts of historic guitars, collectors of iconic models and Beatles fans. Full of personality, it combines the timeless charm of a Framus classic with premium construction quality. More than simply evoking a legendary era, this guitar captures its spirit through excellent craftsmanship and the tonal richness of an entirely solid-wood construction.