RB-612CS Classic Series : An Outstanding Value

This guitar sounds fantastic. The visual presentation is excellent, as is the basic construction and string spacing. The guitar will require US $100-200 for proper set up in the US, as the nut slots will need to be re-cut due to being too shallow, at least two of the frets will need to have their height lowered due to high spots of the fretboard, the bridge and truss rod will need adjustment, and saddle notches will require some work to conform to the radius of the fretboard/neck. Then the intonation will have to be re-set. Setting the intonation will be a time consuming process, as each pair of string will need to be loosened, the nut on the saddle screw will need to be removed, the guitar will need to be re-tuned, the intonation will need to be set, the pair of strings will then need to be loosened once again for re-application of the nut, and then the pair will need to be re-tuned before moving on to the next pair of strings. Then, after a reasonable total outlay of about $450, I will have a magnificent electric 12-string.

Edit: 22 Aug 2022 I have had all the necessary work done on this 12-string to optimize its sound and playability by a certified luthier for $200. It now looks great, plays incredibly well with very low action and near perfect intonation, and sounds much, much better than any of the other 12-strings that I have played below the $1300 price range. The tuners work fine and the guitar holds its tuning extremely well during performances. When at home, the guitar is alternately played and hung on a wall hanger and only needs tuning once a week if the house temperature is constant. I recommend the TC Electronic Unitune strobo-tuner which will permit tuning within .02 cent, as highly accurate tuning is essential for 12-strings and will allow for slight pitch changes without the need for retuning. Before taking this guitar in for a professional set up, be sure that you try at least one or two different sets of strings and leave the gauge that prefer on for at least a week before bringing the guitar in to the luthier. I chose the GHS extra light Boomers (9-40 gauge), as they are bright and, from my past experiences with 6 strings, last a good while if wiped clean between playings. This 12-string is one of the best musical instrument purchases that I have made.