Replogle Resonators, Biscuit Cone 9 1/2″ Series

Description

Replogle resonators are hand-spun in California to exacting specifications and high tolerances. These are the same cones used since the mid-1990’s in US-made Dobro-brand guitars produced by the Original Musical Instrument Company (OMI) and the Original Acoustic Instrument (OAI) company under Gibson. Until recently Replogle cones have only been available directly to custom builders and manufactures and have been used by OMI, OAI, Gibson, Scheerhorn, Crafters of Tennessee, Beard, Owens, Wechter, Weber, and Regal (Saga Music) amongst others. Now, these “Original Equipment” cones are available directly to individual players and builders around the world.

The History. Mike Replogle learned the art of hand-spinning resonators directly from “the Old Man”, an old-school metal spinner that immigrated to the US and was the spinner-behind-the-scenes for virtually every resonator since the 1960’s. Replogle studied, practiced, and perfected his hand-spinning technique under the direct tutelage of the Old Man in his retirement, preserving the legacy of the authentic Dobro cones for future generations.

Specifications:

• Hand spun
• USA made in California
• Special hardened aluminum alloy
• Replogle 9.5″ Series biscuit-bridge style resonator design
• OEM replacement cone for OMI/OAI/Gibson Dobros
• Net diameter of cone is 9.4375″
• Max height approx. 1.25″
• Biscuit platform approx. 2.25″