1997 Tippin OMT - OM Acoustic Guitar
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Audio played by Al Petteway
Artists who play instruments by this builder: Peter Janson, Al Petteway, Martin Simpson, Henrik Bridger
I recall sitting with Martin Simpson as he told Bill Tippin that he makes the best OMs on the planet. We have heard 'em all and Bill's are terrific. The combination of 30 years of experience, a great ear and great hands are what make Bill's instruments special. This OM features rare Salmon Crate Sitka Spruce, that was salvaged from the famous Salmon Crate that had been submerged for years. It is perfectly quartered and very silky. This is a versatile guitar that can handle many styles and is responsive to a light touch.
I recall sitting with Martin Simpson as he told Bill Tippin that he makes the best OMs on the planet. We have heard 'em all and Bill's are terrific. The combination of 30 years of experience, a great ear and great hands are what make Bill's ...read full description
- Woods & Trim
- Back/Sides: Indian Rosewood
- Top Wood: Salmon Crate Master Grade Sitka Spruce
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck Wood: Mahogany
- Bridge: Ebony Belly
- Rosette: Wood Lines
- Binding: Ivoroid
- Fingerboard Bindings: None
- Headplate: Indian Rosewood
- Headstock Bindings: None
- Headstock Inlay: Builder Logo
- Top Trim: Violin Lines
- Back Strip: Marquetry
- Fret Markers: None
- Tuners: Schaller Minis
- Tuner Finish: Chrome
- Measurements
- Body Size: Medium
- Scale: 25.4 in. (645.15 mm)
- Nut Width: 1 3/4 in. (44.45 mm)
- String Spacing: 2 1/4 in. (57.15 mm)
- Body Length: 19 1/4 in.
- Upper Bout: 11 1/2 in.
- Lower Bout: 15 1/4 in.
- Serial #: 997109
- Body Depth @Neck Heel: 3 3/4 in.
- Body Depth @Tail Block: 4 3/8 in.
- Frets to body: 14
- Extras
- Cutaway: None
- Pickguard: Tortis
- Case: TKL
- Condition: Excellent
Player Reviews:
"A well crafted OM is a very versatile guitar that can be charming and sweet and also powerful and strong. This Tippin OM can cover a lot of ground. I particularly like the sweet voice of the Salmon Crate Spruce that gives this one a sensitive side, although it's happy to play the blues as well. Great guitar." - Paul Heumiller
"I don't often get to play an older Tippin guitar and it's good to know that he has been building great guitars for a while now. This is the perfect OM sound and the Salmon Crate Sitka top makes all the difference." - Al Petteway
