Furch Red OMc-SR Acoustic/Electric Natural 2021
Furch Red Series OMc-SR, made in Czech Republic 2021, natural gloss. Furch guitars enjoy a loyal following in Europe, but we seldom see them down here on the other other side of the globe. Founder František Furch started making guitars in 1981, despite the laws against private enterprise in communist Czechoslovakia. After the fall of the Berlin Wall, the company kicked off in earnest and quickly gained a reputation for building some of the finest guitars out of Eastern Europe. The company is run by son of the founder Petr Furch these days, building around 9000 guitars per year with a staff of 70 based in Velké Němčice, around halfway between Prague and Vienna. Their line-up is grouped into series named after colours, with the Red Series being their top of the line production offerings, selling for €4-6k.
Model: Furch Red OMc-SR
Made: Czech Republic, 2021
Serial: 98881
Finish: natural, high-gloss UV
Body: AAA Sitka Spruce top, AAA Indian Rosewood back and sides, all solid, 380mm across, 98mm deep
Neck: Mahogany, figured Ebony fretboard, 650mm scale, 45mm nut, 56mm wide at 12th, 20/25mm deep at 1st/12th
Weight: 2.065kg
Mods: none
Pickup: LR Baggs Anthem
Accessories: Furch hard case by Hiscox
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has minor dimples on the end and front around teh D tuner post. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples and rub wear on the back only. The back has minor scuffs along the back edge. The sides have dimples in the bottom corner. The front has minor dimples in the elbow area and some play wear on the guard and shoulders.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good. Setup with 11/52 John Pearse strings.
Fret Life: 9/10, minor wear only