Description
The Tanglewood TC3-LH Crossroads is a left-handed, orchestra-sized acoustic guitar that draws heavy inspiration from the classic, utilitarian American catalog instruments of the 1930s. Designed to prioritize raw acoustic resonance and structural integrity over excessive visual ornamentation, this model fits seamlessly into Tanglewood’s Crossroads series as a highly functional, working-class instrument.
The orchestra (or OM) body shape provides a tighter waist and shallower depth compared to a standard dreadnought, yielding a focused, midrange-forward EQ curve. This structural design makes the TC3-LH exceptionally well-suited for studio recording, where its controlled bass response sits naturally in an audio mix without requiring heavy equalization or low-end roll-off. In practical applications, it serves as a highly reliable primary acoustic for folk musicians and gigging artists who require a lightweight, comfortable instrument for extended practice sessions and intimate acoustic performances.
Who Is This For?:
This left-handed model is specifically engineered for fingerstyle players, folk musicians, and singer-songwriters who demand a balanced, articulate acoustic response. The orchestra body size is particularly beneficial for smaller-framed players or working musicians seeking an ergonomic instrument that delivers precise note separation without overwhelming, muddy low-end frequencies.
Key Features:
Tonewoods & Body Construction
The TC3-LH features an all-mahogany construction across the top, back, and sides, presented in a period-correct, satin ‘Whiskey Barrel Burst’ finish. This deliberate choice of resonant timber yields a distinctly warm, woody fundamental tone with a natural mechanical compression. For the player, this means harsh treble frequencies are naturally tamed, ensuring a smooth, even, and highly articulate output that responds exceptionally well to nuanced dynamic shifts and varied picking attacks.
Neck Profile & Playability
Fitted with a robust mahogany neck and a durable dark composite fretboard marked with minimalist dot inlays, the guitar offers a highly tactile and responsive playing surface. The neck profile is carved to support proper thumb placement, while the orchestra body’s pinched waist allows the instrument to sit securely on the knee when playing seated. This ergonomic pairing facilitates complex chord voicings and articulate fingerpicking patterns while significantly reducing fret-hand fatigue during prolonged studio or stage sessions.
Hardware & Tuning Stability
Tuning stability is managed by a set of high-ratio, sealed chrome die-cast tuning machines mounted to the classic Tanglewood-branded headstock, paired with a traditional acoustic pin-style bridge. This straightforward, highly functional hardware configuration ensures precise, slip-free tuning adjustments and consistent string break-angle tension. The resulting mechanical stability provides the musician with reliable intonation and solid acoustic energy transference from the strings directly into the mahogany soundboard.
Dimensions:
- UPPER BOUT WIDTH: 290mm
- LOWER BOUT WIDTH: 380mm
- WAIST WIDTH: 240mm
- BODY DEPTH (TOP): 90mm
- BODY DEPTH (BOTTOM): 100mm
- BODY LENGTH: 490mm
- TOTAL LENGTH: 1027mm
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Regional areas please email for a quote: sales2@stagefrontmusic.com.au