Santa Cruz OM/PW Natural

The Pre-War Orchestra Model honors its pre-WWII predecessors with an advanced X and scalloped top bracing. This time-tested design ensures large bass response and overall volume. Acoustic Guitar Magazine has placed it as one of the most important instruments of the last 20 years. The OM/PW is presented with understated appointments to emphasize master grade materials, tone and workmanship. It is perfect for the aficionado that loves the advantages of a professional boutique instrument without the cost of rare wood and ornamentation. The OM’s versatility and ergonomics lend great appeal for traditional picking styles and impressive rhythm work. Expect the predominant bass and throaty presence of the surviving pre-war antiques.

Body Wood Type Indian Rosewood  
Back Stripe None  
Binding Black
Top Wood Type Sitka Spruce  
Rosette Violin Purfle Combo  
Purfling Single Violin Purfling  
Bracing/Voicing Advanced X/Scalloped Neck
Peghead Solid  
Peghead Binding None  
Overlay Material Indian Rosewood  
Headstock Inlay SCGC  
Width at Nut 1-3/4″  
Neck Shape V with Volute
Fingerboard Side Dots White  
Inlay 2mm dots  
Width at 14th Fret 2-3/16  
Binding Black  
Scale Length 25.375
Finish Top Clear  
Back & Sides Clear/Buffed  
Neck Clear/Matte Setup Pickguard Tortoise  
Tuners/gears Nickel open-back