Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special Limited Run Guitar
Description
Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special Limited Run Guitar
The OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special delivers the responsive, balanced playability that defines the OM body shape, with a one-piece mahogany neck that invites effortless fingerstyle technique and smooth chord transitions. This limited-run collaboration represents Larrivee's meticulous craftsmanship applied to a distinctly warm, woody tonal character that performs equally well in folk, singer-songwriter, pop, and light jazz contexts. The silver oak back and sides produce crystalline trebles and rich, resonant lows that reward both delicate fingerpicking and assertive strumming.
Tonal Character & Build
The combination of solid aged European spruce topped wood with solid silver oak back and sides creates a guitar with excellent clarity and articulation—trebles cut through without harshness while the lows remain resonant and full. Moon spruce scalloped hybrid bracing supports responsive sustain and balanced projection across the entire frequency range, making this instrument versatile enough for intricate acoustic arrangements or experimental open tunings.
Construction & Playability
Built in the USA with premium materials throughout, this guitar features ebony fingerboard and bridge paired with a 1.75-inch nut width and 16-inch fingerboard radius that accommodate both fingerstyle and flatpicking approaches with equal comfort. The full Ice-T sunburst finish with gloss coating, rope purfling, and vine headstock inlay reflect the attention to detail expected of a limited-edition instrument built for the stage.
Key Features
- Solid aged European spruce top (25 years old)
- Solid silver oak back and sides
- 1-piece mahogany neck
- Ebony fingerboard, headplate, and bridge
- Rosewood body binding and fretboard binding
- Moon spruce scalloped hybrid bracing
- 1.75-inch nut width
- 16-inch fingerboard radius
- Full Ice-T sunburst finish with gloss coating
- Rope purfling and vine headstock inlay
- Open-back tuners with etched buttons
- Deluxe hardshell case included
- Made in USA
Every element of the OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special is engineered for the working musician—a limited-run instrument that delivers tonal versatility, roadworthy reliability, and genuine craftsmanship worthy of serious players and collectors alike.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special is a limited-run OM-body acoustic built in the USA with aged European spruce, silver oak back and sides, and a responsive mahogany neck that excels for fingerstyle, folk, and singer-songwriter playing. The crystalline trebles and rich lows cut through on stage and reward intricate picking, while the 1.75-inch nut width and 16-inch radius neck accommodate both fingerstyle and flatpicking with equal ease. Choose this if you want a warm, articulate acoustic with genuine tonal versatility and the attention to detail that comes with Larrivee's USA craftsmanship.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Singer-Songwriter
- ✓ Fingerstyle
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
- – Punk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The OM-44 is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The 1.75-inch nut width and responsive 16-inch fingerboard radius support both fingerstyle and flatpicking approaches, making it accessible to players with solid technique but equally rewarding for seasoned musicians.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best for?
This guitar excels in folk, singer-songwriter, fingerstyle, and jazz contexts. The warm, woody tone with crystalline trebles and rich lows adapts well to intricate acoustic arrangements and open tunings; it is not designed for metal, hard rock, or punk applications.
What is included with this guitar?
The OM-44 comes with a deluxe hardshell case. The guitar features a solid aged European spruce top (25 years old), solid silver oak back and sides, 1-piece mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard and bridge, and open-back tuners with etched buttons.
How does this compare to other OM-body guitars?
The OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special sits alongside models like the Taylor 814ce, Martin OMC, Santa Cruz OM, and Collings OM1. Its distinguishing features are the silver oak back and sides, aged European spruce top, USA-made construction, and the limited-run Ice-T sunburst finish with rope purfling and vine headstock inlay.
What makes the tone of this guitar distinctive?
The combination of solid aged European spruce with solid silver oak back and sides, supported by moon spruce scalloped hybrid bracing, produces a warm, woody character with excellent clarity and articulation—trebles cut through without harshness while lows remain resonant and full.