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Larrivee DV-40 Solid Spruce Mahogany Legacy Guitar vs Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special Limited Run Guitar
The DV-40 is a traditional dreadnought with spruce-and-mahogany construction designed for players who prioritize warm projection and aggressive-to-delicate versatility, while the OM-44 is a limited-run parlor-sized model with silver oak and scalloped bracing that excels in refined fingerstyle and jazz contexts with crystalline treble clarity. Choose the DV-40 for folk and Americana with live-performance power; choose the OM-44 for intricate fingerstyle, singer-songwriter intimacy, and premium tonal finesse.
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Larrivee DV-40 Solid Spruce Mahogany Legacy Guitar
Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special Limited Run Guitar
Specs side by side
| Larrivee DV-40 Solid Spruce Mahogany Legacy Guitar | Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special Limited Run Guitar | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,449.00 | $4,699.00 |
| Brand | Larrivee | Larrivee |
| Body | Dreadnought Cutaway | Orchestra Model |
| Body Type | Hollow | Hollow |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 20 Frets | 20 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| String Type | Steel | Steel |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Larrivee DV-40 Solid Spruce Mahogany Legacy Guitar
- ✓ Dreadnought size delivers strong projection for live settings and ensemble play
- ✓ Solid spruce top and mahogany deliver warm, articulate tone suited to both strumming and fingerstyle
- ✓ Legacy series geometry and neck profile optimize comfort for extended playing sessions
- ✓ Excellent sustain and balanced brightness across dynamic range
Why choose Larrivee OM-44 Silver Oak Ice-T Special Limited Run Guitar
- ✓ OM body shape and one-piece mahogany neck ideal for refined fingerstyle and smooth transitions
- ✓ Silver oak back and sides produce crystalline trebles and rich lows with exceptional clarity
- ✓ Moon spruce scalloped hybrid bracing supports responsive sustain and experimental tuning approaches
- ✓ Limited-run collaboration with premium USA construction, ebony fingerboard, and elegant finish details
Frequently asked questions
What is the main body-shape difference between these guitars?
The DV-40 is a full-sized dreadnought designed for projection and ensemble work, while the OM-44 is a smaller parlor-style OM body optimized for fingerstyle intimacy and responsiveness. The OM shape suits fingerpickers and jazz players; the dreadnought suits live performers and strummers.
How do the tonal characters differ?
The DV-40 emphasizes warm, woody richness with balanced brightness and strong sustain across a full frequency range. The OM-44 prioritizes crystalline treble clarity and resonant lows, with scalloped bracing that supports responsive sustain and works well in open tunings.
Which is better for fingerstyle playing?
The OM-44 excels for fingerstyle thanks to its OM body geometry, one-piece mahogany neck, 1.75-inch nut width, and 16-inch fingerboard radius. The DV-40 handles fingerstyle well but is engineered more equally for strumming and fingerpicking.
Why is the OM-44 priced higher as 'premium' versus the DV-40 as 'high'?
The OM-44 is a limited-run Ice-T Special collaboration with USA construction, premium silver oak, scalloped hybrid bracing, ebony hardware, and artisan finish details. The DV-40 is a core Legacy series model offering excellent value for intermediate to professional players.