Frank Brothers Arcade Classic Korina

It’s been a while since we’ve had an Arcade in the shop, and this Korina example is a great reminder of why Frank Brothers guitars left such a lasting impression on us in the first place.

What draws us in is how naturally everything comes together. The look, the feel, the weight (or lack of it) and, most importantly, the way it plays and sounds. It’s impeccably built, with the kind of fit and finish you notice the moment you pick it up, but it never feels overworked or sterile. There’s a real sense of character here. Solid in the hands, balanced on the strap, and inspiring.

Plugged in, the picture comes into focus. The V.O. humbuckers deliver rich, mid-forward clean tones that stay articulate and full, and when pushed, the guitar comes alive in a way that has you exploring your dynamics and pick attack. Expressive is the word that comes to mind.