Huss & Dalton DS-12 Slope-Shouldered 12-Fret Dreadnought

The Huss & Dalton DS-12 is a bold, commanding 12-fret dreadnought that delivers the power of the standard DS but with the benefits of a 12-fret design. With its 24.9" scale length, the DS-12 feels comfortable and responsive while still offering deep bass, rich midrange warmth, and clear, singing highs. It excels at fingerstyle, flatpicking, blues, and roots music, blending volume, sustain, and dynamic sensitivity in a way that rewards both aggressive strumming and nuanced playing.

Key Specs

• Top: Sitka Spruce 
• Back & Sides: Mahogany
• Neck: Mahogany 
• Fretboard: Ebony 
• Nut Width: 1 23/32"
• Scale Length: 24.9"
• Body: Slope-shouldered dreadnought, 15 3/4" lower bout, 4 7/8" depth
• Tuners: Gotoh
• Other Details: Tortoise pickguard, DS-style rosette, maple binding

This DS-12 features a beautiful sunburst top and flamed maple binding that gives it a striking vintage-meets-modern look. Hand-voiced bracing and impeccable Huss & Dalton craftsmanship ensure every instrument is light, responsive, and tonally alive.

If you’re looking for a distinctive, high-performance acoustic that stands out from the usual 14-fret dreadnought crowd, the DS-12 delivers warmth and playability in one confident package. A true player’s guitar and a standout in any collection.

Free standard shipping within the Continental U.S. Delivery typically takes 5-8 business days. Express Shipping is available for an additional charge.

Returns:

Web orders- returns accepted within 5 days of delivery for new products and a refund is issued minus the cost of return shipping or a customer may ship back at own expense for a full refund.

In-Person purchases- returns are accepted within 5 days of purchase for new products.

Show Returns- For purchases made at shows, expo's, or meets, the return period for new items expires at the conclusion of the show's sheduled hours and dates.

Used and demo items are sold as described and may not be returned unless they arrive materially different than described. In-person purchases of used items are sold As-Is.

All returns must be in original packaging and in original, unused condition. Damages and signs of use will be assessed and charged against a refund if found.

Shipping damage- If products are damaged during shipping, it must be reported to us within 24 hours of receipt. All packaging must be retained until a damage claim is complete.