Description The R Robinson Domino Resonator in walnut is a striking blend of rustic charm and refined craftsmanship, an instrument that sings with a voice both earthy and surprisingly commanding. Bob Robinson brings his unmistakably joyful spirit to this design, shaping a resonator that feels alive from the first touch. The walnut top carries a warm, smoky glow, its grain shifting gently like ripples across still water. Walnut back and sides deepen that warmth, surrounding the player with a quiet richness that anchors the bright shimmer of the resonator cone. It is a guitar that looks as grounded as a tree trunk and sounds as open as a bell tower. English holly binding traces the edges of the body with a subtle and luminous contrast. The twin English holly rosettes circle the soundholes with a soft and steady light, offering a graceful counterpoint to the dark walnut. The Honduran mahogany neck rises from the body with a calm, natural presence, shaped by hand and finished in a matte oil that invites the hand to settle in and stay. The West African ebony fingerboard stretches across a gentle eight to twelve inch compound radius, allowing expressive slides, bends and delicate phrasing to flow easily. Medium nickel silver frets reward the fingers with a responsive touch and a pleasing clarity. At the heart of the instrument lies the single cone resonator, the source of that unmistakable voice that Bob coaxes into something truly his own. It growls when pushed, then opens into a thick, powerful bloom that carries through the room. Yet there is a surprising sweetness tucked into the edges, a playful hint of warmth that speaks of his hands shaping the wood and metal with care. The electronics are equally versatile. A K and K Pure Mini resonator pickup pairs with the R Robinson mini humbucker, offering a broad tonal palette. With volume, volume and tone controls and a three way switch, the player can move from crisp metallic bite to rich, magnetic warmth and finally to a blend that feels alive and atmospheric. Structural strength and serviceability remain central to Bob’s philosophy. The two way truss rod with paired alloy steel reinforcement keeps the neck steady through shifting climates and heavy playing. The glue-less bolt-on neck joint and bird’s beak headstock joint reflect a builder who values reliability as much as beauty. Nickel Waverly tuning machines topped with ebony buttons complete the instrument with precise elegance. A bone nut sharpens the attack and improves definition, while the pre-catalyzed lacquer on the body adds a gentle sheen that amplifies the walnut’s natural depth. At six pounds one ounce, the guitar carries enough weight to feel substantial, yet its voice bursts forth with surprising air and vitality. The R Robinson Domino Resonator in walnut is an instrument of character and depth. It embodies Bob Robinson’s playful craftsmanship while commanding a powerful sonic presence that feels both timeless and freshly awakened. It is spirited, resonant and unmistakably alive, offering the player a world of tone that grows richer each time the strings are struck. Other specifications include: Walnut Top Walnut Back & Sides English Holly Body Binding English Holly Rosettes Honduran Mahogany Neck West African Ebony Fingerboard Single Cone Resonator K&K Pure Mini Resonator Pickup & R Robinson Mini Humbucker Volume, Volume, Tone with 3 Way Switch 2 Way Truss Rod with Paired Alloy Steel Reinforcement Medium Nickel Silver Frets Nickel Waverly Tuning Machines with Ebony Buttons Glue-less Bolt-On Neck Joint Bird's Beak Headstock Joint Bone Nut Pre-Catalyzed Lacquer Body Finish Matte Oil Finished Neck 8" - 12" Compound Fingerboard Radius 25" Scale Length 1.625" Nut width 6 lbs 1 oz #50 Contact us for more information about the R Robinson Domino Resonator, please contact us. Manufacturer R Robinson Actual Weight 6.1 Condition Brand New Model Domino Body Style Domino
