Looking for a guitar with wow factor? Collings does it about as nicely as anybody. This gently used OM1 Mh SS VN is exceptional and in excellent overall condition. Hog top OM guitars are not common and this one has a couple of features that set it apart even further. This OM is short scale (thus the SS) making it super easy to play and the VN stands for Vintage Now neck carve, so a little different from the standard Collings neck. It is a slim modern carve, but with just enough V to fit the crook of the hand. Everything about this guitar makes you want to play it more and more, stunning craftsmanship. My favorite thing about this instrument is the nice warm, dry and round tone of the Mahogany top. It really rounds out the tone as Collings guitars are known for having a crisp articulate tone already. This guitar is in excellent overall condition, with little to no fret-wear, and light pickguard wear. This instrument is just about as nice as they come and whoever nabs this one is going to be lucky!
This early example of this model is the 66th built and has excellent feel, tone and soul. It shows some normal signs of playing that you would expect from a well loved 15 year old guitar and weighs in at a comfortable 7 lb 8 oz. It comes with its original hard shell case. The 290® is a modern day tribute to the original working man's rock'n roll guitar. A solid mahogany body and neck are complemented by two Lollar Soap Bar P90 pickups for a tone that shows off the amazing harmonic range and dynamics of this classic configuration.
Named for the scenic 290 highway that winds past the Collings shop though the Texas Hill Country, the 290 is a modern day tribute to the original working man's rock'n roll guitar. A solid mahogany body and neck are complimented by two Lollar Soap Bar P90 pickups for a tone that shows off the amazing harmonic range and dynamics of this often underrated configuration. Specifications Construction Solid body single cutaway Body Honduran mahogany Neck Honduran mahogany Body Binding None Fingerboard Binding None Peghead Binding None Bridge Kluson ABR-1 (Nickel-plated Zinc) Tailpiece Kluson Stop Tailpiece (nickel-plated zinc, steel studs) Fingerboard Rosewood w/ ivoroid long dots (5mm non-tapered) Pickups Lollar P90s Pots/Caps DiMarzio 500K / Jupiter Vintage Yellow Knobs Amber or black top hat Pickup Rings Cream or black Nut 1 11/16" Scale Length 24 7/8" Neck Joint Extra long mortise & tenon Frets Medium 18% nickel-silver Peghead Veneer Ebony w/ MOP Collings logo Peghead Profile Haircut Tuners Nickel Gotoh w/ Collings logo Wiring 50s style Fingerboard Radius 12" Guitar Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer Pickguard Black/Cream/Black Truss Rod Cover Black/Cream/Black with 290 logo Strings D'Addario NYXL1149 (.011" - .049") Case Deluxe hardshell case by Ameritage
We are proud to offer Collings guitars for sale as an authorized dealer. Designed by legendary Bill Collings and and carried on by a team of his dedicated disciples these instruments epitomize quality over quantity. Collings Acoustics, Electrics, Mandolins and Ukuleles are renowned for their pure, accurate sound and the overall attention to detail on every instrument. Using only premium materials these instruments are a delight for both the eye and ear.
Popular Collings guitar models include the D2H, D1A, OM2H and the OM1 amongst others. They offer body shapes in the tradition of Martin and GIbson, both electric and acoustic. Popular electric guitars include the I35 LC, CL City Limits and the I-30.
Collings guitars have a crisp, articulate and rich tone that tend to punch above their pay-grade in terms of dynamic range. The are the instrument of choice by many top New York and Nashville session musicians that demand the finest feel and tone.
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