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Original Musical Instrument Company

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Brand of resonator guitars, formerly a company

Original (formerly "Original Musical Instrument Company", also known for its acronym "OMI") is an American brand currently owned by Gibson through its subsidiary Epiphone. The company uses the brand to produce and commercialize resonator guitars.2 It was founded in 1967.1 It is headquartered in Nashville.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1967Founded1
  • HeadquartersNashville1

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Original (formerly "Original Musical Instrument Company", also known for its acronym "OMI") is an American brand currently owned by Gibson through its subsidiary Epiphone. The company uses the brand to produce and commercialize resonator guitars.2

Products and brands

  • resonator guitar

Listed on Wikidata.1

Subsidiaries and ownership

Owners

From Wikidata.1

Timeline

  1. 1993Acquired Acquired by Gibson Brands1
  2. 1967Founded Founded1

Sources

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