2016 - Collings OM2HA Varnish Deep Body - Adirondack Spruce & Madagascar Rosewood - Sunburst

Description The 2016 Collings OM2HA Varnish Deep Body in Sunburst stands as a luminous example of luthiery at its highest form, a guitar that carries both the vision and the enduring spirit of the late Bill Collings. To hold this instrument is to feel the meticulous artistry and relentless pursuit of perfection that defined his life’s work. Every line, every curve, every shimmering overtone seems to speak of his philosophy that precision and soul can, in rare hands, coexist in perfect harmony. This particular OM2HA, crafted with an Adirondack Spruce top and Madagascar Rosewood back and sides, is far more than an exquisite guitar. It is a rare and resonant piece of Collings history. Madagascar Rosewood has long been admired for its tonal brilliance, bearing the depth and sparkle once associated with the now-forbidden Brazilian Rosewood. Yet it is seldom seen on Collings instruments and even more rarely paired with the legendary Varnish Finish. The wood’s dark, swirling grain seems almost alive beneath the Sunburst’s radiant hues, reflecting light like the ripples of a deep forest stream. The tone it yields is commanding yet graceful, with a clarity that blooms into a sonorous warmth as the strings sing against the Adirondack Spruce. This is a guitar of rich contrasts, brilliant highs and thunderous lows bound together in a perfect equilibrium that only Collings could have achieved. The Varnish Finish is itself an artifact of a vanished era. Once offered by Collings for a select few instruments, it is now discontinued, rendering this guitar not only rare but deeply desirable. The varnish, thinner and more organic than traditional lacquer, allows the woods to breathe and resonate freely, imparting a responsiveness and tonal depth that players often describe as alive. Time will only enhance its character as the finish continues to settle and mature, allowing the voice of the guitar to open and blossom with each passing year. Every detail speaks to the mastery that made Collings instruments revered across the world. The Pre-War Scalloped Sitka Spruce braces lend the top an effortless projection and power, while the Honduran Mahogany neck and Ebony fingerboard ensure strength and silky playability. Grained Ivoroid binding, a herringbone top purfling, and a delicate 2-style rosette frame the instrument with a timeless elegance. The Madagascar Rosewood headstock veneer, adorned with the Collings Mother-of-Pearl inlay, crowns the design with regal grace. Abalone Diamonds and Squares gleam across the fingerboard, and Waverly nickel tuners complete the aesthetic with vintage refinement. With its Modified V neck profile, compound fingerboard radius, and thoughtful proportions, including a 1 3/4-inch nut width and 2 3/16-inch bridge spacing, this OM2HA feels as comfortable as it sounds exquisite. Weighing just 4 pounds 6 ounces, it balances perfectly in the hands and resonates against the player’s body like a living thing. The 2016 Collings OM2HA Varnish Deep Body is not merely a guitar; it is a masterwork born of passion, precision, and reverence for tone. It stands as a tribute to Bill Collings’ enduring influence and an emblem of what can be achieved when craftsmanship transcends the material. Within its varnished glow lives the spirit of one of the finest builders the world has ever known, and in every note it releases, his legacy resounds. Other specifications Include: Adirondack Spruce Top Madagascar Rosewood Back & Sides Pre-War Scalloped Sitka Spruce Braces Honduran Mahogany Neck Ebony Bridge & Fingerboard Grained Ivoroid Body, Fingerboard & Headstock Bindings Herringbone Top Purfling 2-Style Rosette Zipper Backstrip Madagascar Rosewood Headstock Veneer MOP Collings Headstock Inlay Abalone Diamonds & Squares Fingerboard Inlay Modified V Neck Profile Nickel Waverly Tuning Machines 14" - 26" Compound Fingerboard Radius 25.5" Scale Length 1 3/4" Nut Width 2 3/16" Bridge Spacing Varnish Body Finish Nitrocellulose Lacquer Neck Tortoise Pickguard Hard Case 4 lb 6 oz 25965 For more information about the Collings OM2HA Varnish Deep Body, please contact us. Manufacturer Collings Body Style Deep Body, OM Actual Weight 4.6 Model OM2H Year 2016 Condition Excellent