The Saffire 12 is a distinctive 12-string electric guitar that combines rich, shimmering 12-string tones with versatile electronics and classic retro-inspired styling. Featuring three custom-wound Alan Entwistle pickups and the advanced ATN V “Variator” tone-shaping system, it offers far more tonal flexibility than a conventional 12-string electric guitar.
Built with an Okoume body, Canadian hard maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, the Saffire 12 provides a balanced and responsive tonal foundation. Its 24.74" / 628 mm scale length, 23 Medium Jumbo frets including a zero fret, and bone nut provide comfortable and precise playability across the fingerboard.
At the heart of the Saffire 12 are three Alan Entwistle Custom-Wound Low-Noise Astrosonic single-coil pickups. Their clear and articulate response complements the natural chime and harmonic richness of a 12-string configuration, while the low-noise design helps minimise unwanted hum.
A 5-way pickup selector provides access to a variety of pickup combinations, while the 5-position ATN V “Variator” rotary switch offers additional frequency shaping for an expanded tonal palette. Combined with dedicated Volume and Tone controls, players can move from bright, sparkling cleans and classic jangle to warmer, fuller sounds with ease.
A dedicated 12-string fixed bridge provides a stable foundation for the paired-string configuration, while Wilkinson sealed tuners offer precise and dependable tuning.
With its lush 12-string sound, flexible pickup system and unique ATN V Variator, the Saffire 12 is an excellent choice for guitarists looking to add shimmering textures, harmonic depth and distinctive character to their music.
Key specifications:
- Neck Material: Canadian Hard Maple
- Body Material: Okoume
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Strings: 12-String Configuration
- Nut Material: Bone
- Fret Type: Medium Jumbo
- Number of Frets: 23 Frets (including Zero Fret)
- Scale Length: 24.74" / 628 mm
- Bridge: 12-String Fixed Bridge
- Pickups: 3 × Alan Entwistle Custom-Wound Low-Noise Astrosonic Single-Coil Pickups
- Pickup Selector: 5-Way Pickup Selector Switch
- Controls: 1 × Volume, 1 × Tone
- ATN EQ Control: 5-Position ATN V “Variator” Rotary Switch for advanced tonal shaping across the pickup frequency range
- Machine Heads / Tuners: Wilkinson Sealed Tuners
