Description

The Huss & Dalton OM Custom – Curly Redwood & African Blackwood is a guitar of rare beauty and profound musical depth, a testament to the artistry and innovation that have made Huss & Dalton one of the most revered names in modern lutherie. Known for their meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to traditional hand-voicing techniques, Huss & Dalton has set a high bar for tonal excellence, blending the best of vintage inspiration with contemporary precision.

This particular OM Custom is built from some of the rarest and most exquisite tonewoods on earth. The Curly Redwood top (Sequoia sempervirens), with its striking waves of figure, is not only visually stunning but tonally remarkable—offering the warmth and responsiveness of cedar, yet with a clarity and articulation all its own. Paired with African Blackwood back and sides (Dalbergia melanoxylon)—a tonewood often compared to Brazilian rosewood for its immense depth, sustain, and piano-like overtones—this guitar delivers a voice that is both rich and shimmering, with an endless bloom to every note. The combination is nothing short of magical: lush, resonant lows, brilliant, bell-like trebles, and a complexity of tone that makes every chord feel alive.

Beneath the surface, Adirondack spruce braces with hot hide glue construction enhance the guitar’s responsiveness, allowing the top to vibrate freely and project with exceptional balance. The Honduran mahogany neck, shaped to perfection, provides a comfortable playing experience, while the exotic ebony fingerboard and pyramid bridge offer both aesthetic elegance and tonal clarity. Every inch of this guitar is adorned with exquisite detail—from the 42-style abalone top border and abalone rosette to the 45-style snowflake inlays on the fingerboard and the shimmering abalone backstrip, each element elevating the instrument into the realm of fine art. Bloodwood bindings along the body, fingerboard, and headstock add a warm contrast, framing the tonewoods with deep, rich hues, while a figured myrtlewood heel cap offers yet another touch of organic beauty.

The gold Waverly tuning machines with ebony buttons ensure precise tuning stability, while the 25.4" scale length, 1 3/4" nut width, and 2 5/16" bridge spacing create the perfect balance between comfort and tonal power. At just 4 lbs 10 oz, this OM is featherlight, yet its voice carries with astonishing depth and clarity.

Encased in a hard-shell case, this Huss & Dalton OM Custom is more than just an instrument—it is an heirloom, a treasure crafted from the rarest materials, brought to life by the hands of master luthiers. With its breathtaking tone, effortless playability, and a level of detail that borders on the divine, this guitar is not just a player’s dream—it is a masterpiece waiting to be played.

Other specifications include:

Curly Redwood Top (Sequoia sempervirens)
African Blackwood Back & Sides (Dalbergia melanoxylon)
Adirondack Spruce Braces with Hot Hide Glue Construction
Bloodwood Body, Fingerboard & Headstock Bindings
Bloodwood Tail Wedge
42 Style Abalone Top Border
Honduran Mahogany Neck
Figured Myrtlewood Heel Cap
Exotic Ebony Fingerboard, Pyramid Bridge & Headstock Veneer
45 Style Abalone Snowflake Fingerboard Inlays
Abalone Rosette
Abalone Backstrip
Tortoise Pickguard
Gold Waverly Tuning Machines with Ebony Buttons
Hard Case
25.4" Scale Length
1 3/4" Nut Width
2 5/16" Bridge Spacing
4 lb 10 oz