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Condition: Used, Very Good

This OM's eye-popping abalone rosette only hints at the beauty of the sound it contains. The sides and back are truly exceptional pieces of koa, featuring all the lively projection of maple and the warm woodiness of mahogany. A bold low end, brassy mids and expressive treble characterize this instrument, and the Sitka spruce top effortlessly glues it all together with clarity while still allowing for rich overtonal content. All things considered, it's a highly versatile instrument: In stereotypical OM fashion, it's an exemplary fingerpicker, but its combination of smooth brightness and full-bodied low end also makes it a cannon of a strummer. A whole lotta guitar for a pre-loved price!

SP Luthier Notes: Fret dress and setup

From Other (Miscellanous Used/Vintage/Consign)

These simply appointed guitars allow the natural beauty and tonal quality of the unique woods to shine through. Strict attention to detail and an emphasis on hand work ensures each guitar has exquisite sound and the finest craftsmanship. 

William Kraus' work has been featured at the 2016 and 2022 Woodstock Invitational Luthiers Showcase, as well as the 2022 Artisan Guitar Show.

Model
OM
Serial
2016-07
Year
2016
Body Style
OM
Top
Sitka Spruce
Back/Sides
Koa
Finish
Gloss
Neck
Mahogany
Binding
Wood
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Bridge
Rosewood
Top Purfling
B/W/B
Rosette
Abalone
Fingerboard Inlay
Abalone Dots
Backstrip
Black
Pickguard
None
Nut
Bone
Saddle
Bone
Scale Length
25.34"
Upper Bout Width
11 3/8"
Lower Bout Width
15 1/4"
Fingerboard Width @ Nut
1.72"
Bridge Pin Spacing
2 1/4"
Tuners
Gotoh 510
Case
Hardshell

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

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