Hand made at the Lowden family run shop in Northern Ireland. The Lowden F-12 pairs the brand’s beautifully balanced mid-size body with the depth and richness of Indian rosewood, creating a clear, expressive voice with added harmonic complexity. With a sitka spruce top, rosewood back and sides, and Lowden’s unmistakable craftsmanship, this model is a refined, versatile instrument suited for players who want clarity with a more luxurious low-end and overtone presence.

The F-body is Lowden’s most adaptable shape—comfortable, focused, and capable across a wide range of styles. On the F-12, a solid sitka spruce top brings crisp articulation and broad dynamic response, while solid Indian rosewood back and sides add warmth, blooming overtones, and a deep, resonant low end.

This combination creates a voice that is articulate without being dry, and rich without becoming muddy. Individual notes remain clear, chords feel full and dimensional, and the guitar responds beautifully to both fingerstyle nuance and light-to-moderate strumming.

A three-piece mahogany neck with an ebony fingerboard offers stability, smooth playability, and a familiar feel under the hands. Classic Lowden appointments—clean lines, natural wood accents, and high-quality hardware—complete the instrument with understated elegance.

• Balanced tone with enhanced depth and richness from Indian rosewood

• Clear articulation suited for fingerstyle, Celtic, and modern acoustic styles

• Comfortable F-body size that encourages long playing sessions

• Sitka spruce top for versatility across different attack and styles

• Lowden’s signature sustain, resonance, and handcrafted detail

The F-12 stands out as a richly musical, highly responsive instrument—one that feels alive as soon as you touch the strings. It offers a warm, enveloping sound without sacrificing clarity, making it perfect for players who appreciate nuance and a wide tonal palette. Whether you're crafting new ideas or performing your most expressive pieces, the F-12 delivers a deeply satisfying playing experience.

Warranty: Lowden Guitars offer a lifetime limited warranty to the first owner, once the warranty is registered with us online. Details of the warranty can be found in the book provided with your guitar and here. To register your warranty, use this page.

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