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Artist Cherry12 12 String Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar w/ Humbucker Pickups
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- Artist Bullbucker pickups with coil-splitting
- Locking Machine Heads
- Ebony Fretboard
- Bone Nut
- Tune-o-matic Bridge
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Artist Cherry12 12 String Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar w/ Humbucker Pickups
The wait is over! With demand becoming near-overwhelming, fans of our Artist 58DLX can rejoice! The Artist Cherry12 is here! This one has all the first-class appointments unique to the 58DLX range with one simple, notable difference - it's a 12-string! Featuring our famous Bullbucker pickups with push-pull coil splitting, locking tuners, a bone nut, and block inlays, the Cherry12 is a classy, chimey, vintage-styled electric 12-string, upgraded with modern features that offer a diverse tonal palette, and maximum playability for the serious musician and the enthused hobbyist alike!
The gorgeous bound maple neck is topped with a stunning dark ebony fretboard, adorned with classic block inlays. With a 47.5mm bone nut and tune-o-matic bridge, the Cherry12 stays in tune wonderfully, which is of paramount concern when you're trying to keep 12 strings in tune at once!
The Cherry12 sports our Signature Bullbucker individual Coil Splitting pickups, giving warm throaty tones from the neck pickup, and biting, bright clean sounds from the bridge, while setting the switch between the neck and bridge pickups delivers a wonderful, almost out-of-phase sound. The push/pull coil-splitting on both pickups is an extremely useful and versatile addition offering single-coil or humbucker configurations.
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The Tech Features
Body
Body Material: Maple with Basswood Veneer
Body Finish: Cherry
Body Paint: Polyurethane
Body Construction: Semi-Hollow
Neck
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Construction: Scarfed
Neck Joint: Set Neck
Neck Finish: Gloss
Neck Shape: 22mm C Profile
Scale Length: 628mm/ 24.75"
Fretboard Material: Ebony
Fretboard Radius: 305mm / 12"
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Material: 18% Nickel
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 47.5mm / 1.88"
Position Inlays: Block Inlays
Binding: Cream
Side Dots: Black
Truss Rod: Dual Action 2-Way
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Artist Bullbucker Humbucker (with Coil-Split)
Neck Pickup: Artist Bullbucker Humbucker (with Coil-Split)
Switching: 3-Way Switch
Configuration: HH
Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone. Both Volume controls feature Push/Pull functionality for coil-splitting the pickups to single-coil when pulled
Hardware
Bridge: Tune-o-matic
Hardware Finish: Chrome
Machine Heads: Locking Die-Cast
Pickguard: N/A
Miscellaneous/Special Features
Strings: .010/.010, .013/.013, .017/.008, .026/.012, .036/.018, .046/.026
Weight: 3.5-4kg / 7.75-9lbs
Accessories
Included Accessories: Instrument Cable, Truss Rod Adjustment Key, Bridge Adjustment Key, Picks
Optional Hard Cases: JC450
Optional Bags: HGBAGES335
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Purchases with Artist Guitars come with a 3-year Warranty. Warranty is only valid to the original purchaser and in the original country of purchase. Please take note of your order number to help us verify your purchase in the event of a warranty claim.
If the issue can be fixed by replacing a part, we will send it to you free of charge. Spare parts are shipped from our office in Sydney, Australia. If more extensive work is required our Customer Happiness department will arrange a free return slip or courier collection to get your item returned for further assessment.
Also included in your warranty is our industry leading 100 Days Change of Mind Policy
If you're not completely satisfied with the quality of any of our products, we'll be happy to arrange a free return of your product for an exchange or full refund, including any shipping charges. This also covers instances where you may have bought the wrong size or if you simply change your mind.
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Customer Reviews
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Mick TrembathVerified Buyer
Blown away
Kind of gobsmacked how a good this guitar is. . Ordered it Wednesday, delivered 48 hours later. Set up, intonation and action perfect straight out of the box. Tuned it up and Boom! Solid gold. Highly recommended. Haven't put it down since it arrived.
Store OwnerThanks for your review! We are always here if you have any questions.29 August 2026 -
Ian DittmanVerified Buyer
Stuff
The guitar is very well built, the electronics are nice , the coil tapping is a nice feature, it is VERY neck heavy, maybe due to the locking tuners, also the intonation is out as it came out of the box, needs a pro setup, overall good value for money as long as you don't want to play long sets with the neck dive issue.
Store OwnerHi Ian, thank you for your honest review. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience. This is definitely covered under a 100-day customer satisfaction guarantee so we will organise a resolution for you right away. We can either exchange this for another guitar or refund this for you. We've sent you an email so we can rectify this for you ASAP. We are looking forward to hearing back from you soon.27 May 2026 -
Bruce SymonsVerified Buyer
Fabulous Value
I was looking for an electric 12 string electric guitar for ages to replace a 30 year old semi acoustic . I watched a video on this guitar and read every review I could find on lots of models. The specs on the Artist 12 string Cherry are outstanding for the price. I’ve had this guitar for over a month now and given it a fair play. This guitar could sell for $1200 and still be a good value, I paid $449 delivered to Gippsland. Straight out of the box I found the colour gorgeous, the neck set up , intonation and action spot on. I left the strings on because they sounded so good ,and the guitar is light and well balanced when standing and playing. I love the “C” neck profile which is very similar to my Fenders and Rickenbacker 330 so playing it is really easy. The binding on the neck looks great and covers the fret ends so gliding up and down the fretboard is very comfortable. Once I plugged it in this thing came alive, the 3 way toggle , split coil for the Humbuckers used with the knobs and I was amazed at the different tones I could get. The Humbuckers are really responsive able to provide rich mids, cut through trebles, jangley chords , lead riffs and full toned backing chords , this guitar will do it. It’s a great buy. If your not happy you get your money back. You can’t beat the service.
Store OwnerThanks for sharing your experience with us! Your support means a lot, and we hope to see you again soon.15 April 2026 -
Ian WynnVerified Buyer
Very good electric 12 string
I put new strings on this yesterday and it sounds great. The shipped strings were dull, don’t know how long they were on it. The locking machine heads are brilliant. There is one problem. Being a hollow body means it is lightweight but when using a strap the neck is too heavy for the body and drops down. You can’t get it to stay in playing position without lifting the neck.
Store OwnerWe appreciate the time you have taken to write a review. Thank you.22 October 2025 -
PatrickVerified Buyer
Cherry 12string
This one was ready to play straight out of the box,, (I tuned it down one hole octave) . The only thing I've done to it is put new (clean) strings on it ,, the one's on it where in tune but filthy . Sounds great, plays great, looks great. Quality of ARTIST GUITAR'S are improving with each new guitar I buy from them. This is my fourth "ARTIST GUITAR" , WILL be buying more from this company for sure..
Store OwnerThank you for the great feedback, Patrick! We're thrilled that your Cherry 12-string is performing well right out of the box, even after a full-octave drop. Your loyalty means a lot to us. Here’s to adding more Artist Guitars to your collection! Let us know when you’re ready for guitar number five!15 June 2025
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Michael SmithVerified Buyer
Wonderful Guitar
From the time I first played it I knew it was my favourite guitar. Brilliant red colour. Wonderful to play. Makes lovely music. So happy I purchased it.
Store OwnerThank you so much for your review. We really appreciate it.16 April 2025 -
Grem WarringtonVerified Buyer
Cherry 12 string - is crap
My cherry 12 String arrived today and and I am extremely disappointed in Hank and artist guitars strings do not look new it was covered in dust a black streak in the finish between the pick ups the whole guitar did not look like a new guitar I only bought it to use on a recording in 3days time I normally love artist guitars and bought dozens off them over the years but this one is definitely the worst I should of bought the Ibanez that I was looking at first
Store OwnerHi Grem, thank you for your honest review. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience. This is definitely covered under a 100-day customer satisfaction guarantee so we will organise a resolution for you right away. We can replace or refund this for you. We've sent you an email so we can rectify this for you ASAP. We are looking forward to hearing back from you soon.4 April 2025 -
NathanVerified Buyer
Surprised
I saw some of the specs and for 1/2 - 1/3 of the price of other 12 strings in the market it seemed too good to be true. So I gave Artist a shot and I'm glad I did. First I'll say the negatives. One or two sharp frets and an unbelievably high action when it arrived, if you don't feel comfortable adjusting the action you WILL have to take it to somebody to have it lowered. I've tried a lot of piezo pickups and this one just isn't good unfortunately. Now that those are out of the way. The things that I like, the feel of the neck, and overall quality is fantastic. Unexpected bone nut that feels sooooo nice. The pickups when they aren't in piezo are albeit quiet but charming. Turn up your amp or daw and the pickups do their job and they do it well. The strings ring out nicely and it goes out of tune about as much as any other guitar I've ever owned. If you want to try a 12 string and don't want to hand over an arm and leg. Give these a go, I'm very happy with it.
Store OwnerWe appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. Thank you for the positive rating!28 October 2024 -
Gary BurnsVerified Buyer
Ringiing Red
Recently acquired this twelve string and after a minor tuning it was ready to play! Great ation and multiple tones. Another quality Artist guitar added to the collection, which will be played and enjoyed often. Mine came without a pick guard and they are currently advertised with a photo showing it with a pick guard. Doesn't affect the playability of the beast though and I'm happy with my ringing red! Thanks.
Store OwnerThanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to your next purchase.21 October 2024 -
JustineVerified Buyer
Beautiful Guitar
Bought this guitar for clients at work to play when they come into our community space, but it's not left me yet and I have a feeling it's not going to. It's looks amazing, and it feels amazing to play. Absolutely love it.
Store OwnerWe appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. Thank you for the positive rating!17 October 2024 -
David RichardsVerified Buyer
She's a beauty
Loving this guitar - plays well, stays in tune, feels and sounds great to play.
Store OwnerWe are glad to hear that you are happy with the item. Thank you so much for your review.13 October 2024 -
Robert ConwayVerified Buyer
Cherry Electric 12 string
I am very happy with this electric 12 string. It came set up with a good action and I played it live a couple of days later and also recorded with it. I’m delighted with the pickups and tuning pegs. A great guitar
Store OwnerThanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We look forward to your next purchase.10 October 2024 -
Gordon DevaiVerified Buyer
On A Dark Desert Highway... Awesome Value
At this price point, with not at all bad sounding humbuckers, pretty noiseless push-pull pots, an ebony fingerboard, locking tuners and a decent kinda build quality and finish... You really can't go wrong!
4 October 2024 -
LordyVerified Buyer
Love 12-Strings But This One Will Need TLC First
I have been enamoured by the quality of Artist Guitars and hence own many different models and have done glowing reviews in the past but this is the first one to let me down. What I am about to mention is minor to me but will stop me using it after just doing a quick setup, for a live gig. It will need some definite time and TLC before I can use it on stage. To start with this Cherry12 Has a buzz on the 6th String at the 5th Fret that will need a fret level especially after I lower the strings height through the nut. When fretting 1st fret notes on the 1st 3 sets of strings their pitch is way out so the nut will need adjusting. The intonation on every string except the fifth set of strings is OK. Something more sinister is that the control knobs are loose and wobble so I can see the two push pull ones coming off in the very near future. I will need to replace them with screwed grip ones. I also noticed the wiring "seemed" to be a bit dodgy as in what controls work with what, so it will need attention. It seems to be around the wrong way - back to front. This guitar is very neck heavy. Not well balanced; as you'd expect with a lot of the weight in the neck and head. Because of all of the above I haven't really got into playing it for long to give it a good try-out but am looking forward to giving it a good whirl once I've fixed it up to be in a "live" playable condition. I may well have gotten a lemon so don't let this review stop you trying one out. The Artist Guitars staff are awesome to deal with and the cost of this guitar is way cheaper than something comparable even after I spend some time on it.
Store OwnerWe are sorry to hear about the problems you have encountered with the guitar. We have sent you an email to assist you in having this matter resolve. Our customer are always welcome to contact us regarding any concerns or questions with our products. We have them covered with pur 100 days free returns customer satisfaction guarantee and 3 year warranty.3 October 2024
