Traditional aesthetics meet 21st Century technology.
The R2K Rathbone Orchestra Model 'Double Top' features a technologically advanced sound-table made of two super-thin layers of Koa with a Carbon Fibre lattice in-between.
This ‘Double-Top’ construction enables the sound-table to be a little thinner than a single solid piece of koa but remain strong and ultra-responsive. The result is a super-resonant and voluminous guitar with bags of both character and all-out power.
Learn more about Rathbone Double-Top Guitar Technology HERE
The all-Koa tonewoods offer stunning exotic visuals while delivering a smooth and focused tone with a good level of high end chime.
Due to the environment in which it was initially designed to be used, the 'OM' was not a large-bodied guitar. In fact, few of the early 'modern' guitars would be considered large today. So, the 'OM-sized' Rathbone No.2 is not a large bodied guitar either, but the neck joins the body at the 14th fret, so the scale length is one that we would recognise from most modern guitars. When first used, this 'long' scale length was found to help deliver a remarkably, and some may say disproportionately, powerful and dynamic tone. The tuned strings are under greater tension than on shorter scale guitars, so they give a far greater tonal response and 'punch'.
OUR PLAYABILITY PLEDGE
To ensure you’re delighted with your new guitar, the team at Rathbone Guitars here in the United Kingdom inspect & set-up each instrument prior to despatch to your local music retail store.
Traditional aesthetics meet 21st Century technology.
The R2K Rathbone Orchestra Model 'Double Top' features a technologically advanced sound-table made of two super-thin layers of Koa with a Carbon Fibre lattice in-between.
This ‘Double-Top’ construction enables the sound-table to be a little thinner than a single solid piece of koa but remain strong and ultra-responsive. The result is a super-resonant and voluminous guitar with bags of both character and all-out power.
Learn more about Rathbone Double-Top Guitar Technology HERE
The all-Koa tonewoods offer stunning exotic visuals while delivering a smooth and focused tone with a good level of high end chime.
Due to the environment in which it was initially designed to be used, the 'OM' was not a large-bodied guitar. In fact, few of the early 'modern' guitars would be considered large today. So, the 'OM-sized' Rathbone No.2 is not a large bodied guitar either, but the neck joins the body at the 14th fret, so the scale length is one that we would recognise from most modern guitars. When first used, this 'long' scale length was found to help deliver a remarkably, and some may say disproportionately, powerful and dynamic tone. The tuned strings are under greater tension than on shorter scale guitars, so they give a far greater tonal response and 'punch'.
Quick Spec
Body Size
Orchestra Model
Type
Acoustic
Top
DOUBLE TOP - Koa / Carbon Fibre / Koa
Back & Sides
Koa
Orientation
Right-handed
Neck
Mahogany
Pickup
N/A
Gigbag
Not Included
| Body Size | Orchestra Model |
|---|---|
| Type | Acoustic |
| Top | DOUBLE TOP - Koa / Carbon Fibre / Koa |
| Back & Sides | Koa |
| Orientation | Right-handed |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Pickup | N/A |
| Gigbag | Not Included |
SPECIFICATION
| Body Size | Orchestra Model |
|---|---|
| Type | Acoustic |
| Top | DOUBLE TOP - Koa / Carbon Fibre / Koa |
| Back & Sides | Koa |
| Scale Length | 25.5" / 650mm |
| Guitar Length | 41" / 1041mm |
| Orientation | Right-handed |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Binding | Wood |
| Nut / Saddle | Bone (Nut 42mm) |
| Machineheads | Open-Gear Chrome |
| Finish | Gloss Lacquer |
| Pickup | N/A |
| Gigbag | Not Included |
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CONDITION: This guitar is in fantastic new condition. Please look at the photos thoroughly as they constitute part of the product description. All of our guitars are fully COVID-cleaned, setup and restrung before sale. This cost is reflected in the list price.
Here at Life Guitars, we pride ourselves in breathing new life into pre-loved guitars, amps and pedals. Regardless of ability and musical preferences, we have just the thing for you! We stock everything from entry-level and beginners equipment all the way through to professional grade gear and rare/vintage/collectable pieces. RETURNS: We will not accept any returns if modifications or adjustments have been made to our items. Our equipment has been professionally appraised and worked on and any further work beyond ours invalidates any possibility of return. If you wish for any work to be done due to a suspected issue with an item you have purchased from us , it will need to be done by an accredited VAT registered workshop or guitar store, with our prior consent. |