Rich, resonant, distinctive. The Tanglewood Blackbird delivers an indulgent dark warmth. And its all-mahogany construction gives it an instantly recognisable tone that's been an influential part of music history. Mahogany delivers warmth and resonance in abundance, bringing you a tone you've all heard before on your favourite old-school records. And it oozes authentic class.
Made entirely with mahogany, the TWBBOE delivers a punchy, earthy tone with rumbles of sonic richness. Known globally as an icon in itself, mahogany has been the sonic foundation of many famous artists. And it excels throughout blues, roots music, and slide. Explore a familiar tone with a dominant mid-range and emphasised bass. From first glance, you know the Blackbird holds the class of days gone by. And sonically, the Blackbird Folk delivers one unforgettable tone with a vintage edge.
Tanglewood TWBB OE Blackbird
Body & Bridge
- Top Material: Hand Selected Mahogany
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Type: Orchestra
- Bridge Material: Techwood
- Body Finish: Satin
- Colour: Smokestack Black
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Thickness First Fret: 21 mm
- Neck Thickness Tenth Fret: 23 mm
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Fingerboard Material: Techwood
- Fingerboard Inlay: Dot
- Number of Frets: 20
- Scale Length: 650 mm
- Nut Material: 43 mm
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Colour: Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Die-Cast
- Strings: Bronze Light
- Electronics:Tanglewood Premium Plus