Boucher SG-51-M (OM) - Master Grade Adirondack & Indian Rosewood

Our Take:

This is a beautiful hybrid OM from Boucher. The shape is slightly smaller dimensionally than a classic OM, and it really hits a sweet spot in terms of play-comfort and classic Adi/Rosewood OM tone. Overtones gush out of this thing, and the amount of volume/sustain that can be generated seems paradoxical. This Studio Goose 51 features the "Master Pack", highlighted by master grade Adirondack Spruce for the soundboard. Considering Boucher has access to the best Adirondack Spruce in the world, the master-grade designation is not used lightly, and the quality is immediately evident on this guitar. Koa is used for the body binding and back strip, and the abalone rosette is stunning. This guitar is already awesome yet it's only scratching the surface of its potential, as it will continue opening up over the coming years.

 

INCLUDED:

• Hardshell case
• Pro setup (per customer specifications)
• Lifetime warranty

 

From Boucher:

The SG-51 is especially crafted to fulfill the needs of demanding guitarists. Whether the guitarist is looking for precise acoustic sounds while performing live or to meet the stringent requirements of studio recording engineers, this model will provide it.
Each Adirondack red spruce soundboard of the Studio Goose is personally selected by Robin Boucher with his commitment to provide the wood qualities needed to deliver high end sound.
The playability and versatility of this guitar makes it the ideal instrument to channel your inspirations into harmonious melodies.

 

This SG-51 features Boucher's Master Grade Pack:

 

The world of guitar making proclaims that at least 70% of the sound properties of a high-end acoustic guitar have a connection with its soundboard and bracing. Boucher Guitars supports this view. The quality of the materials used in the making of a soundboard is, therefore, crucial. The Adirondack red spruce is, to everyone, the Holy Grail of wood species to consider when designing soundboards. However, its great rarity limits its use among manufacturers. Imagine the impact of a “Master Grade” Adirondack red spruce soundboard on the sonority of your guitar! Additionally, all Boucher guitars with the MASTER GRADE PACK™ include a rosette ornamented with abalone inlay and Koa body bindings. This is to support the quality assurance and extreme rarity of a Master Grade Adirondack red spruce soundboard.