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electric · multiscale

Goliath

Goliath — video still
Video still: GAK
MakerOrmsby Guitars
OriginAustralia
Typeelectric · multiscale
Maker founded2006
Statuscurrent

The Ormsby Goliath is a multiscale electric built in 6-, 7- and 8-string form, sold in production runs rather than as a continuous line.

Watch

YouTube video GAK · 2018-06 — GAK plays through several Ormsby GTR Goliath models in one sitting.

Why it matters

Ormsby designs around fanned frets instead of adding them to a conventional instrument, and the Goliath is the model that carries that idea across the widest range of string counts. It gives players a reference point when comparing imported multiscale guitars, particularly in extended ranges where a longer bass side helps tension. Because runs sell in batches, availability and finish options change through the year.

Note

The signature multiscale platform (6/7/8+).

Specifications

  • Scale length: unknown
  • Neck shape: unknown

Before you buy

  • Instruments are sold in runs, so expect gaps between drops
  • Import duties and local taxes are charged on delivery
  • Fanned frets change chord shapes and need an adjustment period

Other opinions

One video is one opinion. These are the other videos for this entry, most-viewed first. The order is the view count, not a ranking of ours.

  • YouTube video Felix Thiang · 2018-04 · 9,070 views

    “My first impressions of the 7string multi-scaled headless Ormsby GOLIATH GTR.”

    A seven-string headless Ormsby Goliath GTR is demoed by a player.

  • YouTube video ORMSBY GUITARS · 2018-06 · 5,904 views

    “Benjamin Baret, 1/2 of the guitar force from Aussie black metal band Ne Obliviscaris recently received his Goliath GTR lefty multiscale and put together this little jam of NeO tracks and jams.”

    Benjamin Baret of Ne Obliviscaris presents the Ormsby Goliath GTR Multiscale.

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