Description

Valco Spro 6-string double-neck steel!”

During the period when Hawaiian music became popular in the U.S., many brands of ukuleles and steel guitars were introduced. Supro was a low-priced brand from National, which started out as a manufacturer of resonator guitars, one of the pre-electric steel guitars. Like National’s later electrified steel guitars, Spro steel guitars were manufactured in Valco.
This twin was introduced in 1948, a 23″ scale 6-string double-neck lap steel. 1955 saw a specification change and the name change to console. This particular model was made in 1950.
It features string-through pickups, popular with blues slide guitarists. The pearloid-covered body and geometric position marks give it a retro atmosphere that symbolizes the era. There are some scratches, stains, and metal rusting, but considering the age of the instrument, it has maintained a relatively clean appearance.
The shaft of the peg on the fourth string of the neck on the front side is bent, but it does not interfere with practical use. The peg knobs have been replaced with new ones. The body was originally fixed with a shield cable, but it has been modified to use a standard shield cable, and a phone jack has been installed. The switches and pots also seem to have been replaced. Also, there is a cavity under the control plate that has had a counterbore added to it.
The case that comes with the instrument may be original, but we are not certain. The original latch that slides the button is broken and does not work, so another latch is used to stop the lid.
Surprisingly few steel guitars have a double neck and no leg attached. The price is as reasonable as single neck guitars. If you are looking for one, don’t miss it.

Year of production: 1950
Accessories: hard case (original latch was defective, so another part was added afterwards)
Serial: V29142