{"id":30856,"date":"2025-07-07T16:07:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T14:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vintageguitars.fr\/en\/product\/lowden-o-50-tblk\/"},"modified":"2025-10-11T10:50:23","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T08:50:23","slug":"lowden-o-50-tblk","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/vintageguitars.fr\/en\/produit\/lowden-o-50-tblk\/","title":{"rendered":"Lowden O-50 TBLK"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"359\"><strong>On hold<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"359\">This unique Lowden O50 is crafted entirely from Master Grade Tasmanian Blackwood, making it a standout example from Lowden\u2019s prestigious 50 Series \u2014 instruments built exclusively with the finest tonewoods selected from George Lowden\u2019s private reserve.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"938\">Only four all-Blackwood models were ever produced by Lowden, one for each body shape: O, F, S, and Wee. This O-style is not only rare but exceptionally beautiful, showcasing the deep, rich grain patterns and tonal warmth that Tasmanian Blackwood is celebrated for \u2014 often described as \u201cKoa on steroids.\u201d The sound is lush and well-balanced, delivering sweet trebles, a defined midrange, and a round, clear bass. Compared to most rosewoods, this wood offers quicker attack and enhanced note separation, making it an ideal companion for fingerstyle players and alternate tunings.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1242\">Tonally, this guitar excels in dynamics, color, and responsiveness. It responds effortlessly to the lightest touch, with piano-like clarity and depth that is both inspiring and expressive. The craftsmanship is second to none, and every element of the instrument reflects Lowden\u2019s premium build quality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1511\">This O50 also features custom touches such as a comfortable armrest bevel and Style 38 abalone leaf inlays for the position markers. The guitar is in near-mint condition and includes its original hardshell case.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1511\">Specifications:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"2338\">\n<li data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1554\">\n<p data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1554\">Body Shape: O<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1578\">\n<p data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1578\">Finish: Natural<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1643\">\n<p data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1643\">Top &amp; Back\/Sides: Solid Master Grade Tasmanian Blackwood<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1676\">\n<p data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1676\">Bracing: Dolphin Profile<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1740\">\n<p data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1740\">Dimensions: 420 mm width (16.53&#8243;), 125 mm depth (4.92&#8243;)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1765\">\n<p data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1765\">Rosette: Abalone<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1788\">\n<p data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1788\">Binding: Ebony<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1830\">\n<p data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1830\">Purfling: Mahogany\/Maple\/Rocklite<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1868\">\n<p data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1868\">Neck: 5-piece Mahogany\/Walnut<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1902\">\n<p data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1902\">Neck Profile: GL Standard<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1941\">\n<p data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1941\">Fingerboard: Ebony, 16&#8243; radius<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1981\">\n<p data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1981\">Inlays: Style 38 Leaf (Abalone)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2016\">\n<p data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2016\">Nut Width: 45.2 mm (1.78&#8243;)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2053\">\n<p data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2053\">Scale Length: 650 mm (25.6&#8243;)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2090\">\n<p data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2090\">String Spacing: 56 mm (2.2&#8243;)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2113\">\n<p data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2113\">Bridge: Bocote<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2163\">\n<p data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2163\">Tuners: Gotoh 510 Gold with Ebony Buttons<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2194\">\n<p data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2194\">Pickup: None installed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2223\">\n<p data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2223\">Condition: Near Mint<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2261\">\n<p data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2261\">Case: Original Hardshell Case<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2519\">This is a rare opportunity to own a highly collectible and musically inspiring Lowden. 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