New OM

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Sep-06-2021, 10:47pm
peter.coombe

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New OM

Here is my latest OM. Made as a custom order, and is now in the hands of the happy customer. I am a very happy luthier, it turned out way better than expected, and more will be made in the future. A bit unconventional, 2 point asymmetrical flat top. Made from native Australian woods, King Billy Pine top, Tasmanian Blackwood back and sides, Queensland Walnut neck. X braced with 22inch scale length. Sorry no sound clips, I am a terrible OM player, but it is easily the best sounding I have made so far.

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Sep-07-2021, 2:42am
John Kelly

Re: New OM

Wat a beautiful instrument, Peter. I love that asymmetrical profile adn your choice of timbers; also the very understated decoration and finish.
Sep-07-2021, 10:58am
jmp

Re: New OM

How do those Aussie woods compare to traditional tonewoods?
Sep-07-2021, 7:22pm
peter.coombe

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How do those Aussie woods compare to traditional tonewoods?

King Billy Pine is similar to Cedar or Redwood, although it does sound different, and many would say better. I do prefer it over Cedar or Redwood. Tasmanian Blackwood is closely related to Koa, and looks similar and sounds pretty much identical to Koa.
Sep-07-2021, 8:14pm
Jim Garber

Re: New OM

Lovely, Peter! I love the woods. Beautiful. I only wish I had an opportunity to play one of your instruments. Ah, someday!