FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro SRP: £759.00

FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro
FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro FKV12 - Naked Venus 12String Cut/Electro
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Model Overview

The Venus is the now iconic shape that brought Faith Guitars to the consciousness of so many players over the years. The combination of a 15" lower bout and a slimmer depth of body looks to classic OM or Auditorium body-shapes for inspiration, and makes the Venus the perfect compromise. What remains unusual however, is finding a smaller bodied guitar in a 12 string guise. The Venus 12 remains remarkably easy to play, and will deliver that special 12 string sound with gusto. 

The Venus shape is big enough to deliver a great acoustic performance, yet remains small enough for the player to jump around on stage with no problem

The Spruce top and Mahogany body of each of the Faith Naked instruments is 100% solid tonewood – in keeping with all other Faith series. However, the cosmetics and non-essential dressing has been stripped away, leaving the guitars in their natural, Naked state. Satin finished all over, the tonewood is almost entirely unrestricted in its resonant movement, so the tone delivered is far beyond what is normally expected at this price level.

The Naked Venus 12 string is equipped with a Fishman Presys1 preamp system and Sonicore undersaddle pickup. 

Each Naked guitar is now supplied with a padded Faith Gigbag.

Fishman Pre-Amp / Pickup

This Faith Guitar is fitted with a Fishman Isys-T preamp (named Presys-T from 2019), and sonicore pickup. The output jack is combined with the strap button with a battery box fitted to the base of the guitar. The preamp features a Tuner, a contour button - choosing a flat EQ or a scooped EQ , and a phase button.

Specification

Top Wood Solid Engelmann Spruce (2 Stage Satin)
Back Wood Solid Indonesian Mahogany (2 Stage Satin)
Side Wood Solid Indonesian Mahogany (2 Stage Satin)
Binding N/A
Bracing Material Hand-Scalloped Quarter-Sawn Spruce
Bracing Pattern Patrick James Eggle X-Brace Design
Rosette 2mm Abalone
Neck Mahogany
Neck Finish Satin
Neck Joint Patrick James Eggle Bolt-On Design
Fingerboard Indonesian Ebony (2017 models onwards - until Dec 2016, Solid Rosewood)
Fingerboard Radius 16"
Fingerboard Inlays Mother of Pearl 'F' at 12th Fret
Machine Head Faith Precision Chrome
Trussrod 2 Way
Nut / Saddle NuBone (LC6116)/(LC9110)
Nut Width Nut 47mm / String Spacing 57mm
Bridge Indonesian Ebony
Bridge Pins Ebony with Ablone Dots
Finish Type 2 Stage Satin all over
Hardcase Gigbag Included

Dimensions


Upper bout290mm
Lower bout385mm
Depth at neck100mm
Depth at base115mm
Body Length490mm
Soundhole Diameter100mm
Scale Length645mm
Fingerboard Radius16 inch

Spares & Accessories

Are you looking for spare parts or accessories for your Faith Guitar? CLICK HERE (opens in a new window) for our range of spares and accessories.

Where to Buy

UserReviews

99.3%
of owners would recommend their Faith Guitar to a friend or family member **
** Based on 2811 online registrations.
"Sounds great, plays well. Very happy so far."
Alan 
United Kingdom
on 28/12/2024
"Absolutely love the sound, looks, and how easy it is to play!!! We went in after a pack of nylon guitar strings and bought two (2) 12-String guitars! The Music Traders staff were a great deal of help and we love that they are right here in Shallotte NC.."
Mike 
United States of America
on 17/09/2024
"I'm loving it so far. Looks and sounds wonderful! Such a beautiful and sweet tone."
George 
United States of America
on 05/08/2024
"Well made, lovely sound, great value for money. "
Brian 
United Kingdom
on 08/02/2024
"Fantastic build quality, tone, looks and very easy to play"
Nick 
United Kingdom
on 17/04/2024
"Very nice indeed, though the pickup has failed twice. Once it needed replacing (under guarantee) from the shop where I bought it, and now it is humming very badly and will probably need replacement again."
Jeremy 
United Kingdom
on 21/10/2017
"Excellent"
Simon 
United Kingdom
on 12/07/2023
"Absolutely love this instrument! Plays easy as a 6-String and sounds fantastic unplugged or plugged in! Being able to try it out before the purchase at The Music Traders in coastal NC was a huge bonus! Love it!"
David 
United States of America
on 28/10/2023
"Beautiful finish, immediately playable - almost as easy as my 6 string acoustic (Faith Neptune Cutaway Trembesi). Great sound acoustically and powerful punch when amplified - offers delicate sounds too when played finger style."
Alex 
United Kingdom
on 15/09/2023
"Excellent in all aspects especially the OM size body neck profile and string spacing. Both acoustic and plug in sounds just what I was looking for."
Andrew  
United Kingdom
on 22/07/2023
"I was impressed by intonation and tonal quality. It is easy to play ,well constructed All this fresh out of the box.
Congratulations"
David 
United Kingdom
on 14/06/2023
"Wonderfully put together and set up out of the box. Easiest 12 string to play that I tried (and I tried many). Easiest 12 string for finger style that I tried and that was the clincher for me "
Irmeet 
United Kingdom
on 11/05/2023
"So far, so good. Early days, but impressed with looks, tone and feel."
Allan 
United Kingdom
on 24/04/2023
"only received it 2 hrs ago not had much chance to play it yet"
John 
United Kingdom
on 16/04/2023
"My 4th Faith Guitar. It does not disappoint. I love the light tone, so clear for a 12 string"
John 
United Kingdom
on 27/01/2023
"It's nice in touch and electric tone."
JOHN 
Taiwan
on 11/06/2022
"Absolutely fabulous. "
MIKE 
United Kingdom
on 27/06/2022
"Intonation action playability perfect with clean a sound but not over bright, perfect for many sounds you need for your song writing or for your Venues, proud to do gigs with this instrument.
A big thanks to Faith.
Richard Claridge."
Richard 
United Kingdom
on 02/05/2022
"It is without doubt the pride of my collection, Lovely tone and action - extremely pleased with the purchase"
Philip 
United Kingdom
on 21/04/2022
"Beautifully looking and sounding. Very well made and a pleasure to play."
Lee 
United Kingdom
on 12/04/2022
"I am new to 12 string guitars. The sound is amazing. The look is amazing. It is light - lighter than my deadnought acoustic. The neck is a bit wide and flat compared to what I was used to. It is harder to play than a normal acoustic. It is probably normal. I am happy."
Tams 
Hungary
on 01/04/2022
"Really pleased, sounds great and the finish is superb. Also the backup service is really great too."
Andrew 
United Kingdom
on 12/02/2022
"The Naked Venus 12-string is my third Faith guitar, and like the other 2, I love this one. The look is simple yet elegant, the tone is gorgeous, and the action is low and easy to play for my small hands. I think I'm sold on Faith Guitars."
Robert 
United States
on 22/02/2022
"Beautiful guitar, great sound"
Robin 
United Kingdom
on 03/01/2022
"Played nicely straight away and love the sound. "
Peter 
United Kingdom
on 30/12/2021
"Sounds and feels excellent. Looks really nice too!"
Jim 
United Kingdom
on 18/12/2021
"GREAT SOUND AND PLAYABILITY FOR THE PRICE"
GARY 
United Kingdom
on 28/12/2021
"Purchased at The Music Traders in Shallotte NC. We love the dealer and our new FAITH GUITAR!"
Dakota 
United States of America
on 14/06/2021
"Bright and clear, loud warm. Excellent craftsmanship, almost flawless spruce top, but flawless back and sides"
Brian 
United Kingdom
on 04/05/2021
"Fairly plain in appearance as the name suggests but beautifully made and finished - easily the equal of my two Taylors . It was set up perfectly for me out of the box ready to play immediately and it sounds FANTASTIC !!!!! ; tone is slightly warm and woody with great projection when strummed and well capable of going loud , finger picking is just as good with real nuance and delicacy to the sound . The neck feels great under the hand and isn't as chunky as some 12 strings I've played though I should point out that while it's ideal for me I don't have big hands so other players may not find it so comfortable ."
Stuart 
United Kingdom
on 25/01/2021
"Ok at the moment. Havent had a chance to play it much yet as only purchased yesterday"
Paul 
United Kingdom
on 22/01/2021
"This is a fabulous guitar, the quality and setup is amazing. It sounds absolutely briiliant and is much easier to play than I expected, even barre chords.
"
Steve 
United Kingdom
on 20/01/2021
"Simple, elegant appearance. Solid construction from high quality materials. Big, crisp sound from a small package. This is a very clever bit of design! "
James 
Australia
on 09/12/2020
"Absolutely the best acoustic I have ever had!.The quality of sound is exceptional ( unplugged) with clear tones and amazing sustain.The quality of the instrument is excellent with a beautiful finish and perfect action"
Anthony 
United Kingdom
on 25/11/2020
"My first Faith guitar, purchased after extensive research. Absolutely delighted with the smooth tuning and the ease of playing. Tone is fantastic: warm, rich bass with sparking highs, and great sustain. A joy to play, it almost feels alive. Highly recommended."
Nick 
United Kingdom
on 10/11/2020
"Most impressed by the sound and build quality. "
Phil 
United Kingdom
on 09/09/2020
"Wonderful sound straight out of the box. First 12 String but extremely easy to play. Beautiful instrument."
Robert 
United Kingdom
on 04/07/2020
"Blown away, purchased on a trip to the UK, never heard of Faith until visiting Foulds Guitars in Derby. Came back to the US and was actually purchasing another 12 string and the owner suggested this one over the phone. I went ahead and spent the extra money and so glad I did. Best sounding guitar in my lot of acoustics. Unbelievable tone, stays in tune and the electronics are fantastic. Can't say enough about this guitar."
Damian 
United States
on 23/10/2019
"Fantastic - beautiful sound and playability. Also looks fab."
Giles 
United Kingdom
on 31/10/2019
"Excellent sound, feel and look"
Charlie 
United Kingdom
on 27/09/2019
"Stunning"
Robin 
United Kingdom
on 13/12/2017
"The set up was shocking; nut had sharp edges; the frets needed work on sharp hand cutting edges; saddle needed re cut. Only started using now; Feb 2019; good value for money if you know what your are doing to fix the guitar. "
ARCHIE 
United Kingdom
on 17/11/2018
"superb, I was going to buy a Martin but im pleased i got my faith, the tone and playability are superb for the price"
John 
United Kingdom
on 28/12/2018
"This welcome addition is smooth playing and mellow sounding. It is a fine companion to my FNCETB which I purchased several months ago. "
Patrick 
United States of America
on 17/11/2018
"Loverly and easy to play"
Nigel 
United Kingdom
on 06/11/2018
"Very happy with action and tone, not sure how finish will survive regular use but will do my best to preserve it! Surprised no documentation supplied but have found care guidance and pre-amp manual online; will contact customer support re this."
David 
United Kingdom
on 29/07/2018
"GREAT PRODUCT AND EASY TO PLAY"
TED 
United Kingdom
on 01/06/2018
"Fantastic value for money, great sound, nicely set up with a low action. This is my 2nd Faith guitar and I love them."
Douglas 
United Kingdom
on 21/05/2018
"Always wanted a twelve string guitar and got one as a present for my 70th. Am enjoying the difference to a 6 string. Having a little trouble damping the "6th" string on some chords but having fun working it out."
Dennis 
United Kingdom
on
"As a novice, I wanted something that would be easy enough to play without discouraging progress. This guitar is exactly that, and more. Aesthetically its beautiful, and sounds amazing."
Alex 
United Kingdom
on 22/03/2018
"I'm still searching for the best songs to play on it to really show off the sound but I find it as easy to play as my Blood moon and Naked Neptune. The build quality is what I would expect as I don't really think I will ever own anything other than a Faith again."
Paul 
United Kingdom
on 06/04/2018
"I love it! It's bright and warm, and very responsive. It's also well balanced, and was perfectly set up when I picked it up. "
Alex 
United Kingdom
on 03/09/2017
"A phenomenal guitar for the money. I absolutely love it!
Superb sound, excellent workmanship, wonderful playability and set up and amazing value.
I can't fault it."
Steven 
United Kingdom
on 11/07/2017
"excellent quality & value"
Brendan 
United Kingdom
on 05/10/2017
"I absolutely love my Faith 12 string. The solid wood really sings, and the quality, even on the naked series, is blatantly evident, which makes the instrument pleasing to look at, and play. I enjoy meeting up with fellow guitarists in my family, and having a jam, and whenever used, I receive wonderful comments about the fantastic tone, and the punch of my Faith 12 string. Absolutely phenomenal work by the people at Faith!"
Jacob 
United Kingdom
on 10/03/2017
"Beat sounding 12 string I've played. "
Kris 
United Kingdom
on 26/07/2017
"Broken when delivered to shop so that's a bummer but still playable and sounds nice "
Ryan 
United Kingdom
on 08/04/2017
"awesome"
Nick 
United Kingdom
on 21/02/2017
"Love it!"
Patrick 
United Kingdom
on 15/10/2016
"Excellent build quality, set up and sound."
Kevin 
United Kingdom
on 11/11/2016
"It's been years since I played a 12 string so just getting going with it. Beautiful sound!"
John 
United Kingdom
on 16/01/2016
"Just what the doctor ordered - lovely 12 string jangle and chime both acoustic and plugged in. Very stable too - it was pretty much in tune when unpacked. Very easy to play too - nice low action makes it no harder than my standard acoustic"
Jim 
United Kingdom
on 17 January 2015
"Beautiful, elegant, bright, vibrant"
Rik 
United Kingdom
on 05/12/2015
"Beautiful, elegant, bright, vibrant"
Rik 
United Kingdom
on 05/12/2015
"Looks and sounds great - an understated gem of a guitar, nice action, on-board tuner is a real bonus - especially with a 12-string - Indonesian rosewood fingerboard is silken lets fingers slide easily."
Chas 
United Kingdom
on 18/11/2015
"Beautifully clear sound and remarkably easy to play."
Peter 
United Kingdom
on 13/11/15
"playable straight from the box, beautiful finish on all the guitar parts,good set of strings provided as standard (d'addario exps) when i need a new guitar faith will be the first to look at."
alan 
United Kingdom
on 28/10/2015
"Having owned a 6 string venus eclipse for 7 years and loving it as much today as when I bought it, I was confident that Faith would deliver the goods again when I was looking for a 12 string guitar. However I decided to give the opposition a chance to seduce me first. I tried some top range guitars but the Faith beat them hands down on sound. I wanted a guitar with a bit different sound to my eclipse and the naked just beat the other 12 strings in the Faith range. However I would have bought them all and the other 6 strings if I had the money. The naked is comfortable to play and produces that Faith sound which I like so much."
Graham 
United Kingdom
on 10/10/2015
"Lovely guitar, very nice sound but I have some problem with the hardware"
Artur 
United Kingdom
on 27/06/2015
"Absolutely blown away by this guitar, it looks and sounds amazing, both acoustically and plugged into PA system. Really comfortable to play. built in tuner is very accurate (really useful for a 12 string, and once in tune, it stays in tune. Cracking guitar. "
Dan 
United Kingdom
on 28/3/15

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