Lowden S-35 Lutz Spruce and Ancient Bog Oak 14-Fret

The Lowden S-35 with AAAA Lutz Spruce top and AAAA Ancient Bog Oak back and sides is a truly exceptional small-body acoustic guitar from Lowden's premium 35 Series, handcrafted in Northern Ireland by George Lowden and his master luthiers. This rare and captivating combination features the compact S-shape—a 12-fret-to-body design that prioritizes intimate playability, focused projection, and effortless comfort—making it an ideal choice for fingerstyle mastery, intricate arrangements, blues, folk, and singer-songwriter work.

The AAAA Lutz Spruce top (a naturally occurring hybrid of Sitka and Engelmann Spruce) delivers crisp, clear articulation with a strong, immediate attack, sparkling highs, and excellent note separation—offering a balanced, lively response that's responsive to the lightest touch yet capable of powerful dynamics. Mated with AAAA Ancient Bog Oak back and sides, the guitar gains a deep, woody richness with warm, complex overtones, focused mids, and a surprisingly robust low-end presence for its small body size. The Bog Oak imparts a dark, almost black hue with subtle figuring, contributing to a vintage-inspired tonal depth that's dry, resonant, and remarkably vibrant—blending clarity and warmth without any boominess, while providing impressive sustain and volume from the compact form.

The S body shape ensures a cozy, balanced feel with lightweight handling and superb ergonomic comfort for seated or lap-style playing. Every element reflects Lowden's signature craftsmanship:

• 5-piece Mahogany/Rosewood neck with a slim, comfortable profile for fluid playability
• Ebony fingerboard with Maple Binding
• 24 51/64" (630mm) scale length — offering ideal tension and intonation
• Figured Maple binding, multi-piece rosette (often with figured wood and abalone accents), and elegant details
• Gotoh gold tuners (with ebony buttons) for rock-solid tuning stability
• Hand-rubbed satin or light polyurethane finish that allows the ancient woods to breathe, resonate fully, and develop beautiful patina over time

This pairing results in a guitar of extraordinary tonal sophistication—crisp and articulate yet deeply musical, with dynamic range that rewards nuance and power alike. It's a collector-grade instrument that marries rarity, historical significance, and modern playability into something truly inspiring.

Whether for intimate gigs, studio recording, or personal exploration, the Lowden S-35 AAAA Lutz Spruce/Ancient Bog Oak stands as a pinnacle of tonewood mastery and Lowden artistry.

Includes a high-quality hardshell case. Handmade excellence from Lowden Guitars.