Lowden F-12

Hand made at the Lowden family run shop in Northern Ireland. The Lowden F-12 pairs the brand’s beautifully balanced mid-size body with the depth and richness of Indian rosewood, creating a clear, expressive voice with added harmonic complexity. With a sitka spruce top, rosewood back and sides, and Lowden’s unmistakable craftsmanship, this model is a refined, versatile instrument suited for players who want clarity with a more luxurious low-end and overtone presence.

Tone & Build

The F-body is Lowden’s most adaptable shape—comfortable, focused, and capable across a wide range of styles. On the F-12, a solid sitka spruce top brings crisp articulation and broad dynamic response, while solid Indian rosewood back and sides add warmth, blooming overtones, and a deep, resonant low end.

This combination creates a voice that is articulate without being dry, and rich without becoming muddy. Individual notes remain clear, chords feel full and dimensional, and the guitar responds beautifully to both fingerstyle nuance and light-to-moderate strumming.

A three-piece mahogany neck with an ebony fingerboard offers stability, smooth playability, and a familiar feel under the hands. Classic Lowden appointments—clean lines, natural wood accents, and high-quality hardware—complete the instrument with understated elegance.

Why Players Choose the F-12

• Balanced tone with enhanced depth and richness from Indian rosewood

• Clear articulation suited for fingerstyle, Celtic, and modern acoustic styles

• Comfortable F-body size that encourages long playing sessions

• Sitka spruce top for versatility across different attack and styles

• Lowden’s signature sustain, resonance, and handcrafted detail

At Tree Bone Guitars

The F-12 stands out as a richly musical, highly responsive instrument—one that feels alive as soon as you touch the strings. It offers a warm, enveloping sound without sacrificing clarity, making it perfect for players who appreciate nuance and a wide tonal palette. Whether you're crafting new ideas or performing your most expressive pieces, the F-12 delivers a deeply satisfying playing experience.

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Free standard shipping within the Continental U.S. Delivery typically takes 5-8 business days. Express Shipping is available for an additional charge.

Returns:

Web orders- returns accepted within 5 days of delivery for new products and a refund is issued minus the cost of return shipping or a customer may ship back at own expense for a full refund.

In-Person purchases- returns are accepted within 5 days of purchase for new products.

Show Returns- For purchases made at shows, expo's, or meets, the return period for new items expires at the conclusion of the show's sheduled hours and dates.

Used and demo items are sold as described and may not be returned unless they arrive materially different than described. In-person purchases of used items are sold As-Is.

All returns must be in original packaging and in original, unused condition. Damages and signs of use will be assessed and charged against a refund if found.

Shipping damage- If products are damaged during shipping, it must be reported to us within 24 hours of receipt. All packaging must be retained until a damage claim is complete.