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product_id: 4014839
title: "Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 Acoustic 12 String Guitar, Natural"
brand: "epiphone"
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# Spruce top clarity 12-string rich resonance Mahogany warmth & durability Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 Acoustic 12 String Guitar, Natural

**Brand:** epiphone
**Price:** AR$1395324
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your soundscape with the Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 — where vintage vibe meets modern playability.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 Acoustic 12 String Guitar, Natural by epiphone
- **How much does it cost?** AR$1395324 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/4014839-epiphone-songmaker-dr-212-acoustic-12-string-guitar-natural)

## Best For

- epiphone enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted epiphone brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Premium Spruce Top:** Scalloped bracing enhances tonal clarity and projection for studio-quality sound.
- • **Mahogany Body & Neck:** Rich, warm tones with durable craftsmanship that ages like fine wine.
- • **Lush 12-String Harmony:** Double the strings, double the sonic impact—stand out in every jam session.
- • **Player-Friendly Action:** Low string tension and flat neck profile make 12-string playability effortless—even for smaller hands.
- • **Striking Natural Finish:** Classic wood grain aesthetics that command attention on stage and in the studio.

## Overview

The Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 is a full-size 12-string acoustic guitar featuring a select spruce top with scalloped bracing and ivoroid binding, paired with a mahogany back, sides, and neck. Its 25.5-inch scale length and pau ferro fretboard deliver balanced playability and rich, bright tones. Designed for musicians seeking a vibrant, resonant sound with professional-grade aesthetics and comfortable action, this guitar offers exceptional value and stage-ready presence.

## Description

Product Description Select Spruce top featuring scalloped bracing and ivoroid binding on the body and neck. Mahogany back, sides and neck. Incredible AJ sound and beauty in a 12 string. From the Manufacturer Epiphone

Review: Took a Risk on a Cheap Guitar, Got Rewarded! - After being on the fence with this guitar for over a year, I went ahead and took the plunge. I was worried that I was going to blow $170 on a child’s toy that didn’t look, play, or sound right, but I was so wrong. This guitar is great! Do not worry about the price because this is a quality Epiphone guitar. If you have been wanting a 12-string, get this one now. Looks: This is the best surprise. It’s a great looking guitar. The fit and finish are on par with much more expensive guitars. The color of the top on my guitar is very light, and I like that. The back and sides are a nice, dark finish that really pops. Tuning: Tuning a 12-string is always rough, so considering the challenge, I am pleased so far. When I got it out of the box, the strings were very low and had very little tension. Not sure if this is a function of the cold weather or if it was shipped that way to protect the guitar from breaking. I actually used a string winder to help tighten them up while tuning it for the first time. I tuned it the first day I had it, then left it alone for about a day and had to really tune it again, but after that it has just needed fine adjustments. Playability: The action is nice. Even for a 12-string, it doesn’t require much more pressure than my 6-string. I played for a while, and my fingers did not feel any more fatigued than normal. The guitar body is big which is fine for me because I’m a big guy, but smaller framed players might struggle. The neck, however, is about as flat as any 12-string I’ve ever played. Players with small hands or short fingers will be pleasantly surprised. Sound: This is really all that matters, after all. I really like the sound. It’s a little brassy, but it does have some deep rich tones in there. It’s also nice and loud (probably due to the large body mentioned above). I haven’t replaced the factory strings yet (and one of them broke, so I guess I have an 11-string guitar right now!), so I will hold off on a final judgment until I get some quality strings.
Review: Buy this guitar. It's a great deal, sounds great, plays great. - I had a lot of questions and concerns when I ordered this. Well, it arrived today, I've been playing it for the past few hours, and here's the answers to those questions: 1. Is it worth the money? Absolutely yes. This is an amazing bargain. There are better guitars out there, but not for $170. This really is a great deal. 2. How does it sound? Fantastic. It's definitely "bright", which a few of the other reviews pointed out, but it also has new strings on it, so it might be a little too early to judge. That said, it's got a nice full sound and if you play up closer to the neck you get more bass in the mix. 3. How's the action? Just right. Low enough that it's easy to play (for a 12 string) but no buzzing strings. 4. How about the neck? Wider than a 6 string, but not much. Probably a centimeter or so wider. I have small hands and had no problem playing it. The main thing is the added pressure it takes to push down twice as many strings as normal. 5. How does it play? Great. 6. How does it look? Great. Nice natural finish, all shiny and new. What's not to love? (Note: the picture shows a more whitish finish, but it's a normal natural finish like you'd see on most acoustic guitars. Natural wood color. So if any of you guitarists have been thinking of buying an acoustic 12 string, take a look at this one for sure. I wish I'd bought it long ago. There are just some songs that need to be played on a 12 string.

## Features

- Mahogany body
- Select Spruce top
- 25.5 scale

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002F77B8 |
| Back Material | Mahogany |
| Best Sellers Rank | #82,832 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #248 in Steel-String Acoustic Guitars |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Color Name | Natural |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (196) |
| Date First Available | July 16, 2004 |
| Fretboard Material | Pau Ferro Wood |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | S |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 8.5 pounds |
| Item model number | EA2TNACH1 |
| Material Type | Mahogany Wood, Spruce Wood |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Number of Strings | 12 |
| Product Dimensions | 44 x 19 x 5.75 inches |
| Scale Length | 25.50 |
| Size | Full Size |
| String Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Top Material | Spruce Wood |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Mahogany
- **Body Material:** Mahogany
- **Brand:** Epiphone
- **Color:** Natural
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Pau Ferro Wood
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** S
- **Hand Orientation:** Right
- **Neck Material Type:** Mahogany
- **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze
- **Top Material Type:** Spruce Wood

## Images

![Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 Acoustic 12 String Guitar, Natural - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71H1IrGSx2L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: This guitar showed up in the search for an "electric guitar", it is?**
A: It is an Epiphone 12-string acoustic guitar. I have one and can say it's a great, value-priced instrument. I got one last year from Sam Ash Music via Amazon for only $160.

**Q: most companys are proud of their warranties. Do'es the dr-212, 12 string even have a warranty? george lee**
A: This is from Epiphone's web site. Looks like you have to be the original buyer and get it from an authorized Epiphone dealer."The DR-212 is the only classic 12-string dreadnought that comes with a Limited Lifetime Guarantee and Gibson 24/7/365 customer service along with the experience of a century of guitar making"

**Q: is this guitar made of veneers or HPLs?**
A: You can also go to http://www.epiphone.com/Products/Acoustic/DR-212.aspx for more info on this guitar.  If you can't find your answer there, you can get the phone number to the Gibson' help line on this page.  They're available 24/7, 365 days a week.  It's a great guitar for not a lot of money.  I highly recommend it!

**Q: How is the action on this guitar?  Has anyone had problems with the action being to high, and/or not be able to adjust the action to be low enough?**
A: The action is fine. Not high at all. I pretty much played it right out of the box. Stays in tune great, I have used it for recording. For the price it's a great deal. And yes, u can adjust the action easily if you need too.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Took a Risk on a Cheap Guitar, Got Rewarded!
*by E***T on January 7, 2013*

After being on the fence with this guitar for over a year, I went ahead and took the plunge. I was worried that I was going to blow $170 on a child’s toy that didn’t look, play, or sound right, but I was so wrong. This guitar is great! Do not worry about the price because this is a quality Epiphone guitar. If you have been wanting a 12-string, get this one now. Looks: This is the best surprise. It’s a great looking guitar. The fit and finish are on par with much more expensive guitars. The color of the top on my guitar is very light, and I like that. The back and sides are a nice, dark finish that really pops. Tuning: Tuning a 12-string is always rough, so considering the challenge, I am pleased so far. When I got it out of the box, the strings were very low and had very little tension. Not sure if this is a function of the cold weather or if it was shipped that way to protect the guitar from breaking. I actually used a string winder to help tighten them up while tuning it for the first time. I tuned it the first day I had it, then left it alone for about a day and had to really tune it again, but after that it has just needed fine adjustments. Playability: The action is nice. Even for a 12-string, it doesn’t require much more pressure than my 6-string. I played for a while, and my fingers did not feel any more fatigued than normal. The guitar body is big which is fine for me because I’m a big guy, but smaller framed players might struggle. The neck, however, is about as flat as any 12-string I’ve ever played. Players with small hands or short fingers will be pleasantly surprised. Sound: This is really all that matters, after all. I really like the sound. It’s a little brassy, but it does have some deep rich tones in there. It’s also nice and loud (probably due to the large body mentioned above). I haven’t replaced the factory strings yet (and one of them broke, so I guess I have an 11-string guitar right now!), so I will hold off on a final judgment until I get some quality strings.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy this guitar. It's a great deal, sounds great, plays great.
*by B***R on August 2, 2011*

I had a lot of questions and concerns when I ordered this. Well, it arrived today, I've been playing it for the past few hours, and here's the answers to those questions: 1. Is it worth the money? Absolutely yes. This is an amazing bargain. There are better guitars out there, but not for $170. This really is a great deal. 2. How does it sound? Fantastic. It's definitely "bright", which a few of the other reviews pointed out, but it also has new strings on it, so it might be a little too early to judge. That said, it's got a nice full sound and if you play up closer to the neck you get more bass in the mix. 3. How's the action? Just right. Low enough that it's easy to play (for a 12 string) but no buzzing strings. 4. How about the neck? Wider than a 6 string, but not much. Probably a centimeter or so wider. I have small hands and had no problem playing it. The main thing is the added pressure it takes to push down twice as many strings as normal. 5. How does it play? Great. 6. How does it look? Great. Nice natural finish, all shiny and new. What's not to love? (Note: the picture shows a more whitish finish, but it's a normal natural finish like you'd see on most acoustic guitars. Natural wood color. So if any of you guitarists have been thinking of buying an acoustic 12 string, take a look at this one for sure. I wish I'd bought it long ago. There are just some songs that need to be played on a 12 string.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value if you're a beginning 12-string player
*by R***. on October 25, 2015*

Well I've only had this for a few days, but so far I love it. I would characterize myself as an advanced beginner (or perhaps intermediate) guitar player - I can play most of your basic chords and barre chords and I enjoy fingerpicking with some melody picking, mostly folk and '60s-'80s singer-songwriter type pop music. I'm not a serious performer, or any type of performer; I just play for my own enjoyment and for any member of my family that cares to listen. Anyway I love the sound of 12-string, acoustic or electric, but since I'm just playing to entertain myself, I wasn't looking to spend $1000 or more on a high end 12-string. For $200, I am really impressed with this. Right out of the box, it plays well. I'm still getting used to fretting and picking it, and I sometimes make it buzz or hit the wrong strings or mute an adjacent string, or whatever. But it's easier than I expected, and I've been really impressed with the sound that I get out of it when I do it all right - like the sound of bells chiming (I think Pete Seeger said that about the 12-string). The only thing I find somewhat less than ideal is the octave G-string, seems like it's set a little bit low compared to its partner. So if I am plucking "up" with my right index finger, or a finger pick, I am apt to hit the regular G-string and miss the octave G-string. If on the other hand I am using a flat pick on a down-strum then I hit both with no problem. So if you're concerned about the quality of instrument you're getting for $200 - if you're like me, and just playing to entertain yourself, or maybe your friends, just go ahead and do it. If you're planning to play at the local coffee shop, then maybe/maybe not. A better guitar player (or more serious performer) might want something with a built-in pickup, or a cutaway so you can play higher up the neck. But for a 6-string player unsure whether you can pick up the 12-string - I think it just takes getting used to. I find my left hand gets tired more quickly so I am working on strengthening my grip. And there is a different level of dexterity that you need to develop. I am so far having the best success just picking with my bare fingers & thumb - same as I do on 6-string. I bought some light-gauge metal fingerpicks but haven't gotten used to using them, and for strumming with picking some bass notes I use a thin flatpick. This guitar has a nice sound, holds tune surprisingly well for a 12-string, action is set just about right (except my note above about the octave G). So give yourself a couple of weeks, learn how to play it. If you're like a lot guys who learn to play the guitar to impress girls - imagine how much cooler you will seem, playing a 12-string!!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Epiphone Songmaker DR-212 Acoustic 12 String Guitar, Natural
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