Hamer Chaparral Quick Identification Guide
There has been confusion on eBay and elsewhere about the different models of the Hamer Chaparral 12-string basses. One model is made in the USA, the other was first made in Korea, then in China and finally in Indonesia. Superficially they all look identical, but with their different construction and features they sell for dramatically different prices. This quick reference guide will allow the different models to be easily distinguished from each other.
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Pricing
The USA-made Hamer B12L 12-string basses carried a MSRP of $2,899.00. Most dealers sold these basses at a discount of 10% or more off this retail price.
The Hamer CH-12 12-string basses had a MSRP of $1,299.00, however these typically sold new on eBay and elsewhere for as little as $899.00.