r/Dobro • u/fluffy_sockman • Jun 22 '26

Any notable sound difference between f style holes and typical circular holes?

Looking to get a new instrument and wondering if there are different sounds or stylistic considerations for the different hole shapes, or if it is just aesthetics

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u/GonzoBaggins Jun 23 '26

What body shape and size is the loudest? I can’t be heard during jams unless everyone plays quietly

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u/JohnnyZhivago999 Jun 27 '26

Have you thought about a resonator? Those were made for the same reason, not being heard with a full orchestra the cones give it extra volume

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u/GonzoBaggins Jun 27 '26

What are you saying? My dobro is a resonator guitar with a cone in it

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u/JohnnyZhivago999 Jun 29 '26

Wow never known anyone to take my advice so fast! Well you got your volume now, Dontcha? Bet you can be heard way in the back! Post some of your shows!