Collings OM2HG - German Spruce & Cocobolo

The Collings OM2HG is an extraordinary acoustic guitar that brings together the finest materials, meticulous craftsmanship, and a tonal range that can captivate any player. This instrument is not just a testament to Collings' commitment to excellence, but also a true work of art designed for serious musicians who crave both beauty and performance.

At the heart of the OM2HG is its German Spruce top, a tonewood prized for its incredible tonal responsiveness and complexity. German spruce offers a remarkable balance of strength and elasticity, resulting in a sound that’s dynamic and versatile. It has a slightly darker, richer tone than Sitka spruce, with added overtones that give it a beautiful, layered sound. Whether you're playing intricate fingerstyle or strumming with vigor, the top responds with clarity, projection, and a sweet warmth that fills any room. The top’s ability to deliver nuanced, articulate sound makes it perfect for genres ranging from folk to classical, blues, and beyond.

The Cocobolo back and sides take this guitar to another level of tonal depth and aesthetic beauty. Cocobolo is a highly coveted tonewood known for its striking grain patterns and rich, rosewood-like tonal characteristics. The cocobolo gives the guitar a lush, full-bodied sound with powerful low-end warmth, clear mids, and a sparkling, bell-like treble. The overall tonal balance is superb, allowing each note to ring with clarity while maintaining a complex, harmonically rich voice. Cocobolo's density also contributes to the guitar’s excellent sustain, making every note linger beautifully in the air.

The Adirondack Spruce bracing is carefully voiced to bring out the best in the German spruce top. Adirondack spruce is renowned for its strength-to-weight ratio, which enhances the guitar's projection and dynamic range. The no tongue brace design allows for a more flexible top, which enhances resonance and contributes to a more open, responsive sound. This results in a guitar that can handle aggressive playing styles with ease while still offering a light touch for more delicate work. The combination of the bracing and tonewoods delivers a sound that is powerful yet refined, making this guitar a versatile tool for any musical situation.

Visually, the OM2HG is breathtaking. The Ivoroid binding adds a classic, vintage-inspired touch, framing the body with understated elegance. The herringbone purfling on the top further enhances the guitar’s traditional aesthetic, adding just the right amount of contrast to the warm tones of the cocobolo and the creamy German spruce. These appointments are not just decorative; they reflect Collings' meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every inch of this guitar is as perfectly crafted as its sound.

The modified V neck profile is both comfortable and practical, providing a perfect balance between vintage feel and modern playability. The V shape gives you a solid grip for intricate fingerstyle work, while still being slim enough for easy barring and smooth transitions across the fretboard. Whether you're a fingerstyle player or a flatpicker, this neck shape offers great versatility and feels natural in the hand, allowing for hours of comfortable playing.

The ebony fingerboard and bridge are high-end appointments that add both beauty and functionality to the guitar. Ebony is known for its smooth, dense feel, providing excellent playability and durability. The fingerboard feels silky under your fingers, allowing for quick, precise movements, while the ebony bridge ensures optimal string-to-body energy transfer, enhancing the guitar’s sustain and tonal richness. The craftsmanship of the fingerboard and bridge further demonstrates Collings' dedication to flawless design and performance.

Other specifications Include:

German Spruce Top
Cocobolo Back & Sides
Pre-war Scalloped Adirondack Spruce Braces
No Tongue Brace
Grained Ivoroid Body Binding
Herringbone Top Purfling
2 Style Rosette
2 Style Zipper Backstrip
Honduran Mahogany Neck
Exotic Ebony Headstock Veneer
Ebony Fingerboard
Short Pattern Diamonds & Squares Fingerboard Inlay
Ebony Belly Bridge
Ebony Bridge Pins/End Pin with MOP dot
Modified V Neck Profile
Mortise & Tenon Hybrid Neck Joint
Fully Adjustable Truss Rod
Medium 18% Nickel-Silver Frets
Nickel Waverly Tuning Machines
Neck Joint Mortise & tenon hybrid
Truss Rod Fully adjustable
Frets Medium 18% nickel-silver
Peghead Veneer Stained Exotic Ebony with MOP Collings logo
Tuners Nickel Waverly (16:1 ratio)
14" - 26" Compound Fingerboard Radius
Body Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
Neck Finish High gloss polyester resin
Pickguard Tortoise
Strings D'Addario EJ-16 (.012"- .053")
Hard Case
25.5" Scale Length
1 3/4" Nut Width
2 1/4" Bridge Spacing
4 lb 4 oz
35056

For more information about the Collings OM2HG, please contact us.