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Artist DELTA3EQ Handbuilt OM Size Acoustic Electric Guitar & Hard Case
- Out of Stock | Next Shipment Due in Approx November
- All Solid Wood
- Handbuilt
- Vintage Style Open Gear Machine Heads
- Fishman INK Preamp
- Hard Case Included
Artist DELTA3EQ Handbuilt OM Size Acoustic Electric Guitar & Hard Case
The Artist Delta3EQ builds on the legacy of the bestselling Artist Delta2EQ, raising the bar to become one of the finest acoustic guitars we've ever made. Meticulously handcrafted by the same team of 5 skilled luthiers who brought the Artist GG1EQ to life, the Delta3EQ is constructed from the finest woods available, with a AAA grade solid Sitka Spruce top and solid Mahogany back and sides, yielding a guitar with fantastic articulation and incredible warmth - particularly for an OM sized guitar. A Mahogany neck and Ebony fretboard are topped with 20 frets, constructed from 25% nickel for long-lasting durability - the Delta3EQ will only get better with age, taking on the life of every rainy street and smoky bar you find yourself playing in.
Designed with the scalloped "X" bracing pioneered by pre-war Martins, the lowered mass of the bracing allows the Delta3EQ's Sitka spruce top to "move" in natural synergy with a player's attack. This produces both increased volume and an enhanced bass and low-mid response; a vintage-inspired sound more akin to the guitar tones of Robert Johnson and Son House than more modern acoustic players. Crafted from the finest woods, the Delta3EQ features European Spruce for the top bracing, back center bracing, and reverse kerfing, while African Mahogany braces the solid Mahogany back.
After extensive testing, a Tusq saddle was selected for its unmatched tonal qualities, offering sweeter, more defined harmonics in the mid-treble range compared to bone or ivory, and significantly enhancing sustain. The Artist Guitars team has carefully fine-tuned every contact point between the strings and the guitar to ensure maximum resonance and a truly vibrant tone. With a 44.5mm Bone nut and high-ratio Der Jung tuning machines, the Delta3EQ offers unparalleled tuning stability and profound resonance throughout the frequency spectrum.
With an Ebony fingerboard and bridge, herringbone binding, compensated Tusq saddle, and a set of ultra-reliable high-ratio vintage machine heads rounding out the litany of high-end appointments on this guitar, the Delta3EQ may be perfect for playing the Mississippi blues, but you'll be hard-pressed to do so without a smile on your face...
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The Tech Features
Body
Back & Sides Material: Solid African Mahogany
Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
Body Shape: OM
Binding: Herringbone
Top
Top Material: Solid AAA Sitka Spruce
Top Finish: Satin
Purfling: Multi Stripe
Rosette: Herringbone
Bracing: European Spruce and African Mahogany
Bridge Material: Ebony
Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Construction: Scarfed
Neck Joint: Dove-Tail
Neck Finish: Satin
Scale Length: 628mm / 24.75"
Fretboard Material: African Ebony
Fretboard Radius: 400mm
Number of Frets: 20 Frets
Fret Material: 25% Nickel w/ Rounded Fret Ends
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 44.5mm / 1.75"
Position Inlays: White Shell Dots
Binding: Maple
Side Dots: White Shell Dots
Truss Rod: Dual Action 2-Way
Hardware & Electronics
Preamp: Fishman INK 401 (with built-in tuner)
Controls: Volume, EQ Band, Brilliance, Body and Notch
Pickup: Sonicore piezo under-saddle pickup
Saddle: Tusq
Machine Heads: Der Jung Open Back
Miscellaneous/Special Features
Strings: D'Addario EXP16
Weight: 1.8-2.3kg / 4-5lbs
Accessories
Included Accessories: Artist FC350 Hard Case, 9V Battery, Truss Rod Adjustment Key
Optional Hard Cases: N/A
Optional Soft Bags: HGBAG42
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Purchases with Artist Guitars come with a 3-year Warranty. Warranty is only valid to the original purchaser and in the original country of purchase. Please take note of your order number to help us verify your purchase in the event of a warranty claim.
If the issue can be fixed by replacing a part, we will send it to you free of charge. Spare parts are shipped from our office in Sydney, Australia. If more extensive work is required our Customer Happiness department will arrange a free return slip or courier collection to get your item returned for further assessment.
Also included in your warranty is our industry leading 100 Days Change of Mind Policy
If you're not completely satisfied with the quality of any of our products, we'll be happy to arrange a free return of your product for an exchange or full refund, including any shipping charges. This also covers instances where you may have bought the wrong size or if you simply change your mind.
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