Roger in Baltimore: I have not played the Fraulini but I have heard others (notably Paul Germia and Frank Fotosky) and they sound incredible. Paul could play a cat 5 cable strung from the ceiling and make great music
http://www.fraulini.com/index.php Frank is doing a gig at the Good Coffeehouse in Brooklyn. He promised he could let me try one out
Speaking of 12 string players. Here is a great one Ndala Kasheba from
Tanzania
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sH5VRCEoNOg Here is his promo video form limitless sky records. He was an incredible musician. he is playing a Seagull Coastal Seagulls are incredible instruments for the price. Monsieur Godin is still based in Quebec and he tries to use local wood and talent and has no plans to relocate He deserves support for his ethics and commitment