Phantom IX 9 string (Vox style) one of only two

Back in the mid-60s the Italian-made Eko line of Vox guitars had the Mark IX, a teardrop Vox body with 9 strings, sort of ½ a 12 string -- the doubled E and B, octave G, but single D A and E. This produces some of the 12-string shimmer with less bass string rumble and tuning issues.

But you never see old Mark IX in good shape for under $1500 and good ones are closer to $2K.  So I got a 9 string from Phantom Guitars, known for their cool and big-time improved versions of the Eko Mark and Phantom body shapes and decided to go with a cool red Phantom body instead of Mark shape long associated with the 9 string. There are only two 9 strings ever made with Phantom body.

It was re fretted with larger frets, which work better for me and I blew in  for a plek job.  It had a second bridge cover ... gone for good.  That's the 2 holes seen in the guard.  Changed 3 single coils to 2 Dragonfire buckers  -- much better sound

It’s a 25.5” scale on a nice wide neck, often lacking in electric 12s. Just over 7 ½ pounds. Looking at it you'd think it would be 8 or over. 

So a unique, cool looking item for electric 12 vibe without all the 12-string mayhem! Comes in a gig bag and is about the hippest thing in history. '

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