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TRADED: Lowden Pierre Bensusan “Old Lady”, $5350 or trade for 000, OM or Dread
This is George Lowden’s faithful reproduction of Pierre Bensusan’s ’78 “Old Lady”, featuring the famous centuries-old “ancient” Cuban mahogany from George Lowden’s stash. It’s about 7 months old and has slight signs of playwear and string changing, but no significant flaws. It’s an astounding instrument that will make someone very happy, and I believe this is the only pre-owned example for sale anywhere. I've played a number of Lowden jumbos, and nothing really comes close to this. It is probably the most resonant, powerful guitar that I’ve owned or played, and is truly a feat of engineering. I do spend hours playing the guitar and it's one of those that's difficult to put down, but ultimately I’m not sure that Lowdens suit my playing style after decades of playing golden-era Martins and Gibsons.
Trades: I’m looking for a high-end traditional 000, OM or Dread from Schoenberg, Slobod, Altman, Merrill, Greven, Martin Authentic, or similar; or vintage Martin/Gibson. Not really interested in guitars w/bolt-on necks, non-traditional bracing, etc. Otherwise $5350 takes this rare guitar. Photos here: https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B04GWZuqDGSMYda From George Lowden: "With our 40th anniversaries coinciding, Pierre Bensusan and I thought it would be an ideal time to reminisce. What better way to do that than to re-introduce the guitar I built for Pierre in 1978! Over the years, his original '78 Lowden became affectionately known as his 'Old Lady'. Many people love the unique voice of that guitar and so here it is, minus the many years of performing and practice that Pierre gave it." SPECS: Retail Price: $8411 Manufacturer: Lowden Model: Old Lady Body Size: Jumbo Made In: Ireland Top: Red cedar Back and Sides: Ancient Cuban mahogany Neck: Five-piece mahogany/maple Fingerboard: Ebony Frets: 20 Tuners: Schaller Nut Width: 45mm Scale Length: 650mm Case Included: Hiscox hard case Last edited by gfarina55; 03-09-2017 at 10:24 PM. |
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Thanks for all the trade offers, all PMs answered. Still hoping to find a traditional Adi/Rosewood or Adi/Mahogany 000, OM, or dread by a well-established builder.
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PMs answered.
Last edited by gfarina55; 02-25-2017 at 08:56 AM. |
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Good price here. I wish you the best with the sale!
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Thx Pender!
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you are right
yes i guess you are right.
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Price reduced.
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Thx for the offers folks, but really looking for something traditionally Martin or Gibson. Would love to find the right D-28A!
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Ancient Cuban
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weekend bump
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Traded (off forum) for a fantastic D-28 Authentic!
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The Lowden is traded as indicated above, sorry.
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