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Lowden F-50 | Master Grade African Blackwood - Master Grade Sinker Redwood
The Most Exceptional Woods Lowden Can Find, Rich & Resonant, Comfortable Soundbox Bevel
Crafted in the Lowden Custom Shop, it features Master Grade African Blackwood for unmatched tonal clarity and Master Grade Sinker Redwood for rich, resonant tones. The intricate aesthetic details, including highly figured wood bindings, purflings, and an abalone rosette, showcase Lowden's dedication to excellence. With a comfortable GL standard neck profile and optional soundbox bevel, it's designed for players who demand the best. Read more on this stunning F-50 below.
If you demand nothing but the absolute best for your music, then the Lowden 50 Series F-50 Acoustic Guitar is the pinnacle of your aspirations. Welcome to the Lowden 50 Series, where exceptional tonal and visual properties come together to create a masterpiece that defines excellence.
Master Grade Woods: The 50 Series is the cream of the crop, featuring only Master Grade tone woods, handpicked for their extraordinary tonal and visual qualities. These woods are reserved for the most discerning musicians. Each F-50 guitar is a testament to the dedication of Lowden's craftspeople, who re-grade the woods multiple times to ensure only the rarest and most exceptional pieces are used. These are the very best Lowden can create!
Intricate Aesthetic Appointments: In the 50 Series, the aesthetic appointments reach a level of complexity and beauty that's simply breathtaking. Highly figured wood bindings, purflings on the top, sides, and back, a seven-piece hand-inlaid back centre seam, an abalone and figured wood rosette, and an extended maple-bound ebony fingerboard exemplify the attention to detail and artistry that goes into every F-50.
Exquisite Tonewoods: The F-50 boasts Master Grade African Blackwood for its back and sides, offering unparalleled tonal clarity and projection. The soundboard is crafted from Master Grade Sinker Redwood, known for its rich, resonant tones. These woods are a testament to Lowden's dedication to crafting instruments that inspire and captivate.
Playability: The GL standard neck profile ensures comfort and accessibility, measuring 45mm at the nut and extending to 57mm at the 14th fret. It's designed to accommodate both flatpickers and fingerstyle players, allowing you to explore a wide range of musical styles.
Custom Comfort: The optional soundbox bevel, initially introduced on the Pierre Bensusan signature model, makes playing the F-50 even more enjoyable. This curved piece of wood on the upper bout offers extra comfort for your arm, ensuring long hours of playing without discomfort.
Finishing Touches: Tasmanian Blackwood binding and Mahogany/Maple/Rocklite purflings add even more sophistication to the guitar's appearance. The Gotoh Gold 510 tuners with ebony buttons guarantee smooth and precise tuning.
Musical Brilliance: The F-shaped soundbox geometry and bracing provide a balanced tone, favouring neither treble nor bass, making it perfect for flatpickers, fingerstyle players, blues enthusiasts, and more. The 650mm scale length adds to the guitar's versatility.
In conclusion, the Lowden 50 Series F-50 is not just a guitar; it's a masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship, a testament to the relentless pursuit of perfection. When you hold the F-50, you're holding a vehicle for your creativity, and an instrument that will inspire and captivate audiences.