Larrivee Ltd Edition OM-03 Bhilwara Satin Natural 2023 Orchestra Model Acoustic

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Here for sale we have an absolutely stunning Larrivee Limited Edition OM-03 Bhilwara acoustic guitar in Satin Natural finish. Larrivee guitars was founded in Toronto in 1967, beginning in Jean Larrivee's basement whilst he was a student of Edgar Moench Sr. Initially basing his designs on European classical guitars, he began developing his steel-stringed instruments in his first commercial space on the second floor of the Tarragon Theater from around 1970. Since then, Larrivee guitars have developed a reputation for incredible craftsmanship, beautiful tone and stunning aesthetics. Indeed, they are well known for their beautiful inlay work, which since '79 have been exclusively designed by Jean's wife Wendy. 

Made in the Oxnard, California workshop in 2023, this guitar of course features an all-solid construction comprising a Moon Spruce top, Bhilwara back & sides, Mahogany neck & 20 fret Ebony fingerboard with matching bridge. The body is double bound in Maple, which continues along the neck. The top is adorned with an attractive Herringbone rosette & Tortoise pickguard, as well as multi-strip purfling. The fingerboard is inlaid with MoP dots, whilst the headplate is made from Ebony, and is inlaid with one of Larrivee's signature intricate designs in Abalone & MoP. A Bone saddle & nut are fitted, along with a set of Chrome Larrivee sealed tuning machines. 

The Mahogany neck plays very well, with a profile which one might describe as tapered- somewhat 'D' shaped in the lower register transitioning smoothly to a 'C' as you climb the neck. This encourages ergonomic thumb positioning for chording in the lower frets and easy manoeuvrability in the higher register. The Ebony of the fretboard is luxurious under the fingers and provides a smooth & durable playing surface to explore. With it's traditional 16" radius & 1.75" nut width, the fingerboard feels well-equipped for a wide range of playing styled & techniques. The lines of the OM body are as comfortable in the arms as ever, perfect for long gigs & practice sessions. 

The acoustic voice of the OM-03 Bhilwara is clear and articulate, with the combination of specially selected tonewoods coming together to create a deep, rich and full-bodied tone that is highly responsive to your playing. The Moon Spruce top projects very well, delivering ample volume and dynamic range whilst retaining clarity throughout thanks to the modest size of the OM body. The Solid Bhilwara back and sides provide a deep, rich and warm voicing with an accurate low end and smooth midrange. Bhilwara is a species of Rosewood from India, and tonally sits somewhere between Mahogany & Rosewood- a perfect balance of the two most commonly used tonewoods. A beautifully crafted instrument with stunning appointments that complements a wide variety of playing styles.

Brand - Larrivee

Model - Limited Edition OM-03 Bhilwara

Finish - Satin Natural

Year - 2023

Made In - USA

Top - Solid Moon Spruce

Back/Sides - Solid Bhilwara

Neck - Mahogany

Fingerboard - Ebony

Fingerboard Radius - 16" (Measured) 

Frets - 14 Clear, 20 Total

Scale Length- 25.5"

Nut Width - 1.75"

Luthier Report

Our ID: 1020726220992

Weight: 4.25lbs  

Serial: 137332

Aesthetic Condition:

Headstock: Overall excellent condition. All aspects of the headstock display light signs of past use.

Neck: Overall excellent condition. All aspects of the neck and fingerboard display light signs of past use.

Body: Overall excellent condition. A very light indentation to the bass side lower bout of the front face lightly pierces the finish but does not expose the wood. This can only be seen under close scrutiny. 

Condition of Frets:

The frets demonstrate mild signs of use, not affecting playability. Light denting is apparent in the early register, with light flattening of the crowns throughout. There is considerable material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.

Current Set Up:

Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool included.

Hardware: Excellent condition. 

Structural: No concerns or issues to note.

Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.75mm - Bass 2.25mm

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 a small amount of material remaining in the saddle for future adjustments to the action. 

Electrics: 

N/A

Case & Accessories:

Original Larrivee hard case.

Excellent condition. 

This guitar is a commission sale. If you have a high-end or vintage guitar you are interested in selling, please contact us.

Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.