{"product_id":"2018-collings-om1a-t-28996","title":"2018 Collings OM1A T","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Traditional Series (or \"T-Series”) reflects Bill Collings' return to his guitar making roots, and these models offer a different tonal variation on the distinctive Collings sound. Each T-Series guitar is built using a prewar-inspired approach and a very thin, all-nitrocellulose lacquer finish. The goal is to produce exceptionally dynamic and responsive instruments—a modern approach to the Old World templates. Bracing and tone woods are adjusted for weight and thickness to create a voicing characterized by warm, rounded highs and present low midrange, while retaining quick attack and strong projection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollings built this OM1A T (#28996) in 2018, and it features an upgraded Adirondack Spruce top. In the prewar era, Adirondack Spruce was the primary top wood available to American guitarbuilders. These days, Adirondack is considered critical for producing the authentic sound. Typically harder and stronger than other varieties of spruce, Adirondack produces more volume, power, and clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2018 OM1A T was made when Collings still used Animal Protein on the Traditional Series. It has developed a balanced tone with strong, but responsive projection and plenty of bass presence. Trebles sparkle with nuance, the midrange sounds woody and rich, and everything cuts like it should. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2018 OM1A T has been played, so it shows play wear in most of the obvious areas. The worst are two small dings on the top upper bout, a few inches to the bass side of the fingerboard extension, and there are also some scuffs and wear around the edge of the treble side (see photos). The saddle has been lowered, and the current setup plays nicely with low and inviting action. The previous owner installed a K\u0026amp;K Pure Mini under the hood, so this Collings is ready for the stage. Interestingly, the neck heel has been left pristine and there is not a strap button installed. If you'd prefer one, we're happy to install it free of charge, but it's nice to see a late-model Collings that has been spared from the power drill (or worse, some kind of bizarre placement....)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis OM1A T includes a deluxe TKL hardshell case that has a Santa Cruz badge. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody: 14-Fret Orchestra Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop: Adirondack Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides: Honduran Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction: Traditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue: Animal Protein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBody Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloss ultra-thin nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBraces: Sitka Spruce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrace Pattern: Custom Traditional Series pre-war scalloped X-brace (no tongue brace)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinding: Tortoise w\/ custom wood purfling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"10\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosette: Custom wood rosette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"11\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackstrip: 1-style (Walnut)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"12\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck: Honduran Mahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"13\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard: Ebony with Gold Mother-of-Pearl Dot Inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"14\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Radius: 14\"-26\" compound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"15\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets: Medium 18% nickel-silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"16\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut: Bone, 1-3\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"17\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile: Traditional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"18\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 25-1\/2\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"19\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: Ebony belly-style with 2-5\/16\" spacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"20\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaddle: Bone, Cutthrough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"21\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuners: Relic Nickel Waverly (16:1 ratio)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reemes Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53838662107455,"sku":"RMC-MUS-G36735212","price":2499.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/7535\/9039\/files\/2018CollingsOM1AT_28966_-Detail05.jpg?v=1782094486","url":"https:\/\/www.reemesmusic.com\/products\/2018-collings-om1a-t-28996","provider":"Reemes Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}