Lowden O-23 Original Series 50th Anniversary Acoustic Guitar - Natural

The Lowden Original Series 23 Model, available at Sadek Music, is celebrated for its sweet, warm, and clear tones, offering deep resonance and a complex sound that feels like a mellower take on the 22. In the "O" jumbo size, it delivers rich, resonant tones with surprising lightness, making it a joy to play. 

For those seeking a punchier and more focused sound, the "F" mid-sized version provides excellent clarity and projection. The "S" small-bodied version, George Lowden’s first steel-string design, features AAA walnut back and sides paired with a cedar top, producing a warm, loud, and well-balanced tone. The soundbox geometry is finely tuned to enhance bass while maintaining the naturally strong treble, resulting in a beautifully balanced instrument suitable for nuanced and expressive playing. Experience the craftsmanship and tonal excellence of the Lowden 23 Series at Sadek Music.

Back and Sides: The O-23 features walnut for its back and sides. George Lowden has long favoured walnut for its clarity and definition across all body sizes, a sentiment unchanged since he first used it for an S prototype in 1991.

Soundboard: The top is made from Red Cedar, a wood renowned for its warm, responsive tone, perfectly complementing the walnut back and sides.

Neck and Fingerboard: The neck of the O-23 is a 5-piece construction of mahogany and rosewood, offering stability and excellent tonal characteristics. The fingerboard is ebony, providing a smooth playing surface and luxurious feel. The GL standard neck profile, measuring 45mm at the nut and extending to 57mm at the 14th fret, ensures comfortable playability.

FEATURES:

• Binding and Purflings: The guitar features maple binding, with purflings crafted from maple, rocklite, and mahogany, adding a touch of elegance.
• Hardware: The O-23 is equipped with Gotoh 381 Gold tuners with ebony buttons, ensuring precise tuning and a premium aesthetic.
• Strings: Strung with Lowden Light Gauge 12-53 strings, the O-23 delivers a balanced, vibrant tone.
• Custom Options: This limited-edition model includes the 50th Anniversary Inlay Package, adding a distinctive and commemorative touch to this exquisite instrument.

• Shapes: O, F, S, WL
• Back and Sides: Walnut
•  Soundboard: Cedar
• Rosette: Rosewood, Sycamore, Walnut, Mahogany
• Binding: Figured Sycamore
• Tuners: Gotoh SG381 Gold with Ebony Buttons
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Neck: 5 Piece: Mahogany/Rosewood