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Built to become part of your story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cem\u003e12Fret Guitars\u003c\/em\u003e, Avalon builds exclusive \u003cstrong\u003e12-fret models\u003c\/strong\u003e – instruments that are probably only available from us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore about the manufacturer: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avalonguitars.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eavalonguitars.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"avalon-d10-sd","title":"Avalon D10 SD 12-Fret Custom (new)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Northern Irish premium manufacturer Avalon is sitting on a rare treasure: 135-year-old Brazilian mahogany that rested for generations near Seville, where it was able to age in peace for over a century. 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Visually, the A15 presents itself as a simple, elegant Auditorium Performer with elaborate flame maple binding and an abalone rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials and Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCedar \u0026amp; Old Brazilian Mahogany:\u003c\/strong\u003e The solid cedar top provides high dynamics and fast articulation. 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