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Kraus Guitars OM Sitka/Koa Acoustic Guitar #2016-07 - Used  From Other

A sparkling Koa/Sitka OM from Kraus Guitars!

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What We Think

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!

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Manufacturer's Description from Other

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.

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About Manufacturer

Here at Sound Pure we hand-select used and vintage pieces of gear for our inventory. Our used selection always reflects the high standards of quality and craftsmanship that we expect from all of our manufacturers.   We are a small team of dedicated experts, located in Durham, NC.  We buy, trade, and consign instruments that we truly believe in.  Because of this, we have developed a reputation of quality and trust with our customers, located all over the world.   Our best customers are the ones that truly understand our personal touch and commitment to everything we sell, and range from hobbyists and enthusiasts to some of the biggest names in the business.  Our passion bridges the products we love with the real relationships we develop with our customer - whether they are a lifelong musician, or they are just getting started on their musical journey but care about value, quality, and being treated right.  

We vigorously test everything we take in to ensure authenticity, functionality, and reliability.  We are supported by one of the most well-respected luthiers in the Southeast, guaranteeing products that come in are thoroughly vetted, and that products that go out our in premium, performance- ready shape.   We are so confident in our ability to provide the highest quality music equipment in the industry, we even invented our “Try Before You Buy” program where we can ship out a product before collecting actual payment. 

Sound Pure's inventory is constantly changing, ever-evolving, with some items sold before reaching the website.    Looking for something specific? Have questions about this product's condition or history?  Want more photos, or to simply chat with an expert who's had his hands on this actual piece of gear?  It is truly our pleasure to talk with our customers, please do contact us now.  

Specifications

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