OM-260CE Deluxe Blackwood
Series: Westerly Collection
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A premium, orchestra-sized guitar with stage presence and studio-quality sound. Featuring stunning Australian Blackwood construction, the OM-260CE Deluxe Blackwood brings depth and deep spectacular figuring to the Guild line. This distinctive tone wood gives the OM-260CE Deluxe a warm and powerful voice. Black binding and 5-Ply purfling paired with the Blackwood top, back, and sides delivers a sophisticated and modern look. The OM-260CE Deluxe Blackwood pairs arched back construction with an astounding tone wood creating the perfect guitar for players searching for a unique look and sound. Premium appointments include Fishman GT-1 Pickup System with volume and tone controls, a mother-of-pearl rosette and logo, Pau Ferro fingerboard and bridge, and Guild Vintage 18 tuners with 18:1 gear ratio. Available in a gloss natural finish.
Learn About The Westerly Collection
The Westerly Collection pays homage to an important period in Guild’s early history, when Guild outgrew the beloved Hoboken, New Jersey factory, and moved production to Westerly, Rhode Island in 1967. Finding a home in a former furniture manufacturing building, Guild took advantage of the additional space the new location had to offer, and improved upon the production layout left behind in Hoboken.
With a fresh start, highly skilled employees, and plenty of room to grow, Guild flourished. It was not long before the Westerly factory became renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, quality, and the introduction of many beloved Guild acoustics. The dedication to innovation was apparent, with meticulous attention to detail. Inspired by this golden era, the Guild Westerly Collection carries on the tradition of impeccable workmanship and unwavering excellence by incorporating high-quality materials and classic Guild designs into each instrument.
Learn About the History of Guild Archbacks
Guild began its legacy in 1953 by producing archtop electric guitars for the Jazz market in New York city; these guitars were built with arched backs made from pressed laminate maple, a low-cost alternative to hand-carved maple backs typical in Jazz guitar construction. As the company grew and began offering flat-top acoustics in 1954, the first models such as the F-30, F-40 and F-50 shared this pressed laminate arched back construction, which became a Guild trademark. Other classic Guilds like the D-25 and F-412, icons of the brand’s history to this day, represent this unique combination of acoustic flat top and arched back guitar construction.
In addition to its classic look and ergonomic comfort, an arched back design prevents the need for the added support of back braces, reducing weight while increasing projection and volume, contributing to the revered Guild sound for which these historic models are so well loved. We’ve paid homage to this classic Guild design trademark with a full line of affordable Archback models, available now from the Westerly Collection in sizes ranging from Concert to Jumbo.
