Lowden Guitars | 1 decade ago
The Lowden Thomas Leeb Signature Guitar - with Thomas Leeb
In this episode our good friend and Lowden Signature Artist Thomas Leeb introduces his Thomas Leeb Signature model.
George says: "We believe that Thomas is one of the worlds most innovative and musical players of today and are particularly proud that he plays our guitars - not to mention helping us to demonstrate their capabilities! And so it is especially fitting that we have collaborated with him in the design of this signature model. Thomas' playing varies from highly percussive passages to the very lyrical and melodic, therefore his signature model had to be capable of responding to the wide variety of playing styles that he uses. He chose our larger 'O' body size for the complexity and bass response and Figured Walnut with a Sitka Spruce top for the extra definition and clarity that he needs. The specially designed 'scratch plate' is helpful for creating the 'snare drum' type sounds which Thomas needs for certain pieces."
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The Lowden acoustic guitar reflects the very personal approach and philosophy of its designer, George Lowden. When a player decides to choose a Lowden, it is because the guitar speaks to them. Something in its unique sound and the craftsmanship which goes into the building of it captures the heart.
George explains his approach like this - "Designing and building guitars is a matter of the wood choice first, the design second and the workmanship third. All woods give slightly different tonal responses and I will often advise players which might suit them best according to their playing style."
You are welcome to visit www.georgelowden.com and www.thomasleeb.com
