Lowden S-50 2019 – Master Grade Madagascar Ebony / Sinker Redwood
Some instruments have a way of capturing your attention before you've played a single note. This 2019 Lowden S-50 is certainly one of them.
Featuring Master Grade Madagascar Ebony back and sides paired with a Master Grade Sinker Redwood soundboard, this S-50 brings together an especially striking selection of tonewoods with the distinctive craftsmanship and thoughtful design that have made Lowden instruments so highly regarded.
The back and sides display dramatic, flowing ribbons of dark and warm amber grain, with each change in the light revealing another layer of natural figuring. The Sinker Redwood top offers a beautiful visual contrast, with its rich coloration and fine grain providing a more understated complement to the expressive ebony.
It's the kind of guitar whose details reward a closer look.
Beyond its appearance, the instrument features a beautifully constructed five-piece Mahogany/Walnut neck, Ebony fingerboard with Maple binding, and elegant Tasmanian Blackwood body binding. Gold Gotoh 510 tuning machines with Ebony buttons complete the appointments.
The S-50's smaller body design and 630mm scale offer an inviting playing experience, and this particular guitar plays beautifully as it sits. There's something especially satisfying about an instrument that combines this level of visual character with a genuinely enjoyable playing experience.
An installed K&K passive pickup adds the convenience of amplification while preserving the guitar's clean, traditional appearance.
Factory Specifications
Model: Lowden S-50
Year: 2019
Serial Number: 23411
Factory Date: September 23, 2019
Soundboard: Master Grade Sinker Redwood
Back & Sides: Master Grade Madagascar Ebony
Neck: 5-Piece Mahogany/Walnut
Fingerboard: Ebony with Maple Binding
Neck Profile: GL Standard
Scale Length: 630mm
Binding: Tasmanian Blackwood
Purflings: Rocklite–Sycamore–Mahogany
Tuners: Gotoh Gold 510 with Ebony Buttons
Additional Features
Installed K&K Passive Pickup
Original Hardshell Case
Original Lowden Factory Documentation
Condition & Playability
This Lowden is presented in Very Good condition. It has clearly been enjoyed, but remains a beautiful instrument with plenty to appreciate.
There are a few cosmetic imperfections worth noting:
An approximately 2.5-inch scratch on the upper-middle portion of the back.
A small ding along the edge of the back.
A small ding on the bottom side of the body.
These areas are documented in the photographs so there are no surprises regarding the instrument's cosmetic condition.
The guitar is fully playable and plays beautifully in its current state. As with any previously owned instrument, a professional setup is recommended to accommodate the next owner's individual playing style and preferences.
The original hardshell case and Lowden factory documentation are included.
A Few Final Details
The photographs are an important part of this listing and are intended to show the instrument as accurately as possible, including its natural character and cosmetic imperfections.
If there's a particular detail you'd like to see more closely, please don't hesitate to reach out. Additional photographs and information are always available upon request, and questions are welcomed prior to purchasing.
The goal is simple: to make sure you know exactly what you're getting and feel comfortable with your decision.
For someone drawn to Lowden's craftsmanship, distinctive wood selections, and understated elegance, this S-50 offers a particularly compelling combination.
