Here for sale we have a Lowden O-10 acoustic guitar in Satin Natural finish. George Lowden is a highly celebrated luthier from Northern Ireland, whose instruments can today be found in the hands of some the world's top musicians including Ed Sheeran, Damien Rice, David Gray and many others. George made his first guitar at the age of 10, and founded George Lowden Guitars in Bangor in 1974 at the age of just 22. Starting off with traditional A Frame bracing, George soon moved to his own modified A Frame bracing, and developed his signature Dolphin voicing profile which helped to define Lowden Guitars' distinct tonal character. Around 2003 the Newtownards factory that had been producing Lowdens became Avalon after the licence agreement with the Lowden Guitar Co. expired, whilst Lowden Guitars moved to Downpatrick in 2004 where it remains to this day. The 'O' designation of this guitar means it features the 'Original' Lowden body shape. This is the largest design Lowden produces, and is quite similar to a Jumbo with a large body and powerful sound. The soundhole label and serial number of the instrument indicate that it was manufactured around 1993, and therefore would have been produced under licence in the Newtownards factory. An all solid construction is employed, and comprises a Cedar top, Mahogany back and sides, Mahogany neck and 20 fret Ebony fingerboard. A Rosewood headplate with Mother of Pearl & Abalone inlaid logo adorn the headstock, matching the bridge which also appears to be Rosewood. The body is double bound, with purfling to the top and a traditional wooden rosette. A Bone saddle and nut are fitted, along with a set of Chrome sealed Lowden tuning machines with Amber buttons. The Mahogany neck plays beautifully, with a profile which could be described as a moderately-sized 'C' shape. This fills the hand for a substantial and confidence-inspiring grip whilst remaining slim enough for tricky chord voicings and articulate melodic playing. Certainly, the neck is practical for a wide range of playing styles and techniques; feeling well suited to chord playing, melodic lines and fingerpicking patterns alike. The Ebony of the fingerboard is nice and dark in appearance, and along with its supremely tight grain provides a smooth, durable and luxurious playing surface. The Jumbo body shape feels great in the arms, ensuring comfort in both standing and seated positions, whilst the cutaway opens up the full range of the instrument. The acoustic voice of the Lowden O-10 is rich and warm, and provides a surprising amount of balance for a jumbo-bodied acoustic. Lows are warm without being too soft, retaining plenty of accuracy. The midrange is tight and punchy, helping to easily cut through a mix when playing as part of an ensemble. The treble response is bright and shimmering, adding a sparkle to every note played on the instrument. One real standout feature of this instrument is the sheer amount of sustain it achieves, with notes and chords ringing out with beautiful crystalline clarity. The Mahogany back and sides add depth and richness to the sound, working in conjunction with the Jumbo body design to deliver a warm bass response and clear mid range. A fine example of why George Lowden’s work is so highly regarded. Brand - Lowden Model - O-10 Finish - Satin Natural Year - 1993 Made In - Northern Ireland (UK) Top - Solid Cedar Back​/​Sides - Solid Mahogany Neck - Mahogany Fingerboard - Ebony Fingerboard Radius - 16" Frets - 14 Clear, 20 Total Scale Length- 25.5" Nut Width - 1.808"

Verification report

Luthier Report Our ID: 1300625113120 Weight: 4.15lbs Serial: 4361 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall excellent condition. The front face shows a small scratch beside the B string tuning post, and a very light indentation beside the 1st E tuning post. The top rear edge of the headstock shows light wear of the satin finish. Any other markings are difficult to discern. Neck: Overall excellent condition. The fret tangs are recessed slightly into the fingerboard from the factory. The small gap at each fret slot can be felt under the finger. The satin finish to the rear of the neck has worn to a light gloss with regular use. Body: Overall very good condition. The front face demonstrates several light indentations to the lower bout, perhaps most concentrated behind the bridge. These do not pierce the finish, and are visible only under direct lighting at certain angles. A very light scuff is present at the bass side of the sound hole, with some very light wear present on the treble side consistent with playwear. Condition of Frets: The frets demonstrate light signs of use, not affecting playability. There is considerable material remaining for any future fret work the new owner may wish to perform. Current Set Up: Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (5mm hex triple bend) not included. Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of wear. Structural: No concerns or issues to note. Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2.5mm Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height. Strings on Guitar - 11-52 There is considerable material remaining in the saddle for future adjustments. Electrics: N​/​A Case & Accessories: Original Hiscox hard case Fully functional with light signs of use. The exterior shows light scuffing.Truss rod tool not included.