Regal RD-52 'Black Lightning' Squareneck Resonator Guitar

The Regal RD-52 Squareneck Black Lightning Resonator Guitar delivers vintage-inspired tone and stunning aesthetics at an unbeatable value. With its classic California-style body, all-mahogany construction, and translucent black high-gloss finish, this guitar offers the soulful sound and look of traditional 1930s resonators. The square neck design, combined with a 12th fret neck joint and rock maple trapezoid ported soundwell, delivers rich, authentic tone with superb sustain and clarity.

At the heart of the RD-52 is a deluxe USA-made spun aluminum cone and Golden Gate’s patented spider bridge, which resonate with crisp definition and warmth. From the elegant Black Lightning inlay on the headstock to the vintage-style open-back tuners with butterbean buttons, every detail reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and tone. Designed with the working musician in mind, this resonator is equally suited for bluegrass, slide, or traditional folk playing styles.

• Classic square-neck resonator with vintage 1930s-inspired tone

• All-mahogany construction with gloss translucent black finish

• Deluxe USA-made spun aluminum cone for rich, crisp resonance

• Golden Gate patented spider bridge with maple saddle

• Stunning art deco Black Lightning inlay and period-correct features

Specs

• Body Style California-style Squareneck

• Top Mahogany

• Back & Sides Mahogany

• Finish Translucent Black High Gloss

• Neck Mahogany, Square Shape

• Neck Finish Translucent Black High Gloss

• Scale Length 25 in

• Nut Width 2 in

• Nut Material Bone

• Fingerboard Tonewood

• Frets Clear 12 / Total 19

• Inlays Pearloid Dot

• Binding White ABS (body), Ivoroid (fingerboard & peghead)

• Headstock Solid with Tonewood Overlay

• Inlay Style Black Lightning Motif

• Resonator Deluxe USA-Made Spun Aluminum Cone

• Soundwell Rock Maple Trapezoid Ported

• Bridge Aluminum Spider

• Saddle Maple

• Cover Plate Classic Slotted Sunray Pattern

• Soundhole Screened Rings

• Tuners Deluxe Vintage-Style Open-Back with Butterbean Buttons

• Hardware Nickel-Plated

• Truss Rod Non-Adjustable

• Recommended Case C-1512 or TL-60