Santa Cruz OM Pre War Acoustic Guitar

The Santa Cruz OM/PW embodies the timeless elegance of pre-war design with the refinement of modern boutique craftsmanship. With its Indian Rosewood back and sides, Sitka Spruce top, and advanced X scalloped bracing, this instrument captures the throaty presence and commanding bass response of the great pre-war antiques.

Unadorned and understated, the OM/PW emphasizes the essentials: master grade tonewoods, flawless construction, and responsive voicing. Its balance of ergonomics and projection makes it equally suited for traditional picking styles and rhythm work, delivering sophistication and raw tonal power in one extraordinary guitar.

Takeaway

A no-frills, pre-war inspired Orchestra Model built for discerning players who demand boutique craftsmanship, powerful bass, and refined tonal character.

Highlights

• Pre-War Design Package – Inspired by pre-WWII instruments, with advanced X and scalloped bracing.

• Boutique Craftsmanship – Handbuilt by Santa Cruz Guitar Company with master grade tonewoods.

• Balanced Yet Powerful – Deep bass response paired with clear mids and trebles.

• Elegant Simplicity – Minimal appointments keep focus on tone and wood quality.

• Versatile Voice – Excels in traditional picking, rhythm, and contemporary performance.

Specifications

• Body: Indian Rosewood back/sides, Sitka Spruce top

• Back Stripe: None

• Binding: Black

• Rosette: Violin purfle combo

• Purfling: Single violin purfling

• Bracing/Voicing: Advanced X with scalloped bracing

• Neck: Mahogany, V shape with volute, solid peghead

• Nut Width: 1-3/4″

• Width at 14th Fret: 2-3/16″

• Scale Length: 25.375″

• Fingerboard: Ebony with 2mm dot inlays, black binding, white side dots

• Headstock Overlay: Indian Rosewood with SCGC inlay

• Finish: Clear top, clear/buffed back & sides, matte neck

• Tuners: Nickel Waverly

• Pickguard: Tortoise