Framus B-Stock / Vintage Hootenanny, 6-string - Vintage Sunburst Nitro High Polish

A Heritage Reissue at the Heart of the Framus Legacy

This 6-string Hootenanny is the result of an exceptionally meticulous reissue project. The direct heir to an instrument that has achieved cult status, it was redesigned by Framus Vintage based on examples preserved in the brand’s museum and historical documents, with the aim of recapturing the spirit, lines and acoustic behaviour of the original model.

This reconstruction gives the guitar a unique place in the range: it is not simply a retro-inspired acoustic, but an instrument that seeks to recreate a precise aesthetic, playing feel and sonic identity. For musicians and collectors alike, it represents a convincing bridge between instrument-making heritage, pop culture and genuine musical use.

An Expressive Acoustic for Fans of Roots, Folk and Vintage Pop

The Framus Vintage Hootenanny 6-string is aimed at guitarists looking for an acoustic guitar with a distinctive touch, different from standard modern designs. Its 44 mm neck width at the nut, flat key and zero fret contribute to a supple, direct and highly natural playing feel under the fingers.

It will be particularly well suited to intermediate and advanced musicians, although a beginner guitarist drawn to characterful instruments may also find it a lasting source of inspiration. It is perfectly suited to folk, acoustic pop, singer-songwriter music, open-chord playing, vocal accompaniment and vintage atmospheres. Its character makes it less generic than a classic dreadnought, appealing to players who want a distinctive voice rather than a formulaic sound.

Unconventional Craftsmanship for a Warm, Woody and Lively Tone

The solid spruce top provides the definition, attack and airiness needed to keep the playing clear, even when the attack becomes more energetic. The solid mahogany back and sides enrich the midrange, soften the highs and deliver the woody, warm and singing character expected from an acoustic guitar inspired by the vintage era.

This model’s personality comes not only from its choice of tonewoods, but also from its construction. The glued-in neck joins the body at the 12th fret, altering the vibrating position of the top and encouraging a rounder, broader and more supple response to the ear. The classic spruce bracing preserves a lovely openness, while the "round-shoulder dreadnought" body shape contributes to the overall balance without becoming overly harsh or metallic in its projection.

The combination of the trapeze tailpiece and height-adjustable sliding bridge also plays a major role in the instrument’s behaviour. This construction, less common on a contemporary acoustic guitar, produces a distinctive attack, a sense of air within each note and musical sustain, along with highly appealing natural compression. The result is a rich and warm sound, with surprisingly strong volume for a guitar that nevertheless retains considerable nuance and finesse.

The zero fret further enhances this sense of fluidity. It evens out the response of the open strings in relation to fretted notes and contributes to the supple, almost immediate playability that is part of the Hootenanny’s charm. The end result is an instrument with a strong identity, ideal for those who love acoustic guitars capable of telling a story from the very first bars.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To preserve the tension balance and acoustic response intended for this model, a set of acoustic guitar strings in 012-053 gauge is the safest choice, particularly the D'Addario XTAPB1253, which is factory-fitted. For transport and storage, the Hootenanny Hard Case is the preferred compatible solution.

Technical specifications

Category	6-string acoustic guitar	Radius	flat
Body shape	dreadnought "round shoulder"	Nut	bone
Soundboard	solid A-grade spruce, 2-piece	Nut width	44 mm / 1.73"
Back	solid mahogany	Neck width at the 12th fret	54 mm / 2.13"
Sides	solid mahogany	Neck width at the 19th fret	57 mm / 2.24"
Rosette	Hootenanny Wooden	Frets	medium nickel silver
Top binding	ivory / Black	Special feature	zero fret
Back purfling	ivory	Inlays	ivory dots on the side of the neck at the 5th, 7th, 9th and 12th frets
Bracing	spruce	Bridge	rosewood, oiled finishing
Body / neck joint	at the 12th fret	Bridge type	height-adjustable sliding bridge
Neck	one-piece solid mahogany	Tailpiece	trapeze, nickel
Neck construction	glued	Pickguard	Black
Joint	dovetail	Tuning machines	Kluson 3+3 type
Key	rosewood	Tuning machine finishing	nickel
Key finishing	oiled	Tuning machine buttons	ivory