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National String Instrument Corporation

American guitar manufacturer known for resonator guitars.

Last updated August 25, 2026

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National String Instrument Corporation was an American musical instrument manufacturer founded by George Beauchamp in 1927 in Los Angeles. The company was known for producing resonator guitars, which use metal cones to amplify sound. National instruments were popular in blues and folk music. The company later merged with Dobro, but the National brand continues to exist.

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