When you look at the famous Style “O,” you can almost hear the sweet song of the Hawaiian breeze through the swaying palm trees, syncopated with the gentle rolling of the waves on the sandy shore as the sun sets in the distance.
National’s 14-Fret Style “O” attained iconic status when Mark Knopfler began using a model from the late 1930s. It prominently featured on the cover of the Dire Straits album “Brothers in Arms” from 1985. National’s reproduction remains true to the vintage original and faithfully captures its essence.
The smaller 14-fret body provides versatility and easy access for reaching higher notes. The sound of the Style “O” has a wide harmonic range, making it perfect for solo performances and creating rich, layered tones. This characteristic is often appreciated by musicians looking to experiment with different playing techniques and styles.
The instrument features a brass body polished to a mirror finish, nickel-plated, and adorned with etched exotic Hawaiian palm tree scenes, followed by a special hand-burnished finish!
The maple neck has a traditional sunburst finish. An ivoroid-bound ebony fingerboard and vintage-style engraved tuning pegs complete the look of this enduring classic. Comes in a hardshell case with a TFOA passport.
Played by Cok van Vuuren | Demo