Samick AB2 - Natural 4-string Regency Acoustic Bass with Case Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been taking lessons for the last 3 months. At 58 years old I doubt if I'll make it on the road. I can say this is a great guitar. The tones are deep, rich and clean. It also is a very player friendly guitar. Stings are very easy to connect with the frets. I found and bought it used but it appears to be in mint condition. I would highly recommend it to either the beginner or to the master. I like it very much.
As I stated I have only taken 3 months of lessons so consideration has to be taken when you check on out. Thanks and have a great day.

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LR Baggs Venue DI Direct Box Review

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(More customer reviews)I would have given this product five stars if the tuner stomp function was 100% reliable, which it isn't.
Otherwise, Baggs has created a great update to it's classic Para-Acoustic D.I.
I love the easily accessible knobs, in contrast to the Para's harder to reach (especially the gain control) knobs. However, the Venue does have one out-of-reach knob, and that is the adjuster for the 0-9db boost "stomp" function, which is a great feature on this pedal and one I use frequently during performance. I just wish I could adjust the db setting more easily; it's the one knob that is hard to access. Bummer.
The tuner issue I mentioned is the following: about 15% of the time (which is way too often), when I stomp the mute/tuner switch, the signal indeed mutes, but the tuner does not light up and engage. I have to stomp and re-stomp several times to activate the tuner when this occurs. Lame and annoying onstage.
Overall tone of the Venue is meaty and strong -- as good if not better than what I had with the Para, which I used for years before acquiring the Venue. I am happy with this product, but I really could use a stomp tuner that activates when it's stomped, 100% of the time.

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Copley CA-7 Review

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(More customer reviews)Once in awhile while during research on a product before you buy, you come across a GEM. Well for guitar owners, this is one to add to your collection.
The company is family run in Nashville, TN and is trying to get thier name out by producing outstanding but affordable products for new musicians and professionals alike. Backed by great one-on-one customer service and support by an AMERICAN company who could go wrong? I say, lets support the small businesses of america.
I have a Copley CA-7 that I will never give up. Here's my summary. SOLID WOOD CEDAR TOP, SOLID WOOD BODY, AWESOME BUILT-IN TUNER WITH A SIMPLE BUT ELEGANT STYLE TRADITONAL BODY. Sounds great. Check thier website. Call em. Don't overlook them.


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Takamine EG440C NEX Cutaway Quilt Top Acoustic-Electric - Transparent Black Review

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(More customer reviews)I never purchased a guitar on line before, I always believed that you shoul dbe able to play it first. I still tend to believe that, but I took a risk on this one. I was not dissapointed. The reviews all said that it was a quality instrument, and that is what swayed me. Now I can be included in those that give it glowing recomendations. The only thing I found that I did not like was that there is no front mounting point for a strap.

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Ovation GC057 Celebrity Super Shallow Bowl Acoustic-Electric (Ruby Red) Review

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(More customer reviews)I went to guitar center and played several different guitars ranging in price from $250 to $5000 and the ovation gc 057 (being one of them) had a better feel and sound then several guitars ranging in price from $250 to $1000 so much so that I bought it on the spot. I highly recommend this guitar for anyone. It is a great guitar for a great price.

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La Patrie Guitar, Concert CW Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this guitar about 2 weeks ago and I can't put it down. It is nice! The string spacing is perfect for me and it plays so easy. It thumb plays very quietly but grab a pick and you can triple the volume.....quite amazing. I also like the way the nylon strings are so easy on my fingers. Beats the heck out of my old steel string acoustic. I haven't used it, but I also like having the truss rod neck adjustment.
I played one at a local guitar store, then found it on Amazon for a significant discount.
All in all, a very good, easy to play guitar. I would recommend anyone that is looking, to play this one at a local store, then come back to Amazon to buy it.

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Ibanez AEB5E Acoutsic Electric Bass Black Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got one of these acoustic/electric bass guitars. I'm a six-string guitarist and this is my first bass. The finish is very nice for the price, especially the neck, which feels very good to me.
The sound this thing makes is great. Very warm and "woody," which is what I wanted. I've plugged it in, and electrified, it sounds like I expected it would (good). The on-board gain caused some feedback if I pushed it up too high, but it sounded over-boosted at that setting anyway. The tone sliders are dead silent and allow me to add some brightness for more of a Jazz Bass sound, or go muddy and bassy at the other end.
But I bought this for acoustic playing, and it's great for that. I cannot see the point in paying more for something else.

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Epiphone EF-500RCCE Masterbilt Collection Acoustic-Electric Guitar, Fingerstyle Neck, Natural Satin Review

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(More customer reviews)As a lifelong finger-style guitarist it takes a lot to impress me. Looks, sound, intonation, action, string spacing, the works. I found a factory 2nd EF-500RCCE that had some visual blems, and a pickup only under the saddle (earlier model), but after playing it for 3 hours straight the day it arrived I knew that it was THE guitar I had been looking for.
I have relative pitch so I can really tell when an instrument sounds off-pitch or has audible issues. The intonation all the way up and down the fretboard of the EF-500RCCE is as good as I could ever hope for with ANY guitar. I rarely have to adjust the tuning because it stays in tune day after day after day. I keep it humidified while in its case, and always wipe it down after playing (body, neck, and fretboard/strings).
The EF-500RCCE sounds like a dream; beautiful rich tone, surprisingly decent bass, mids that just fill the air, and higher tones that ring like a bell. Great overall projection with wonderful overtones. Epiphone (Gibson) really nailed this design! On my particular guitar the action was just a little low and the outer ends of the frets needed some smoothing, but these were minor refinements. I can play so much better and faster on this guitar than any other acoustic I've ever played - even a $3500 Martin guitar for finger-style guitarists.
I play this guitar VERY often, and it just keeps sounding better and better. I'll be getting another EF-500RCCE eventually, one that has a nicer fit and finish - and with the E-Sonic2 preamp and pickups. That way I can keep one at home as my studio acoustic.
Note: The nut is advertised as 1.75" wide. It actually measures at 1.70" using a digital caliper.
Also, the wide string spacing at the compensated saddle measures 2.37" - for finger-style guitarists.
Further, the neck contour is not the advertised "V" shape. It's actually more of a "D" shape with a perfect rounded thickness. I find its design to be absolutely perfect for me.
The EF-500RCCE has a neck thickness of .953" on the 5th fret (including strings). For comparison, a Gibson Les Paul Special (circa 2001) measures .905" thick on the 5th fret (with strings). The EF-500RCCE neck, overall, is a little fatter than the Les Paul.
Even at $1000 (street), this guitar is a great value. At this price, though, it's a no-brainer!!

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Seagull Maritime SWS HG QI Guitar Review

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(More customer reviews)Really a great guitar for the money...I'm not an expert buy any stretch, but I showed it to some veteran guitarists and it was met with impressive comments. This was my first acoustic purchase, and perhaps my last....

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Breedlove Passport D200/SMP Acoustic Guitar Review

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(More customer reviews)My last guitar was an Epiphone P150 and this is the guitar I decided on after 2 weeks at my local Guitar Center. I went there every day, drove the guys there crazy asking all sorts of silly questions, and demoed everything within my budget ($700). After 2 weeks, the 3 guitars I ultimately narrowed it down to were the Epiphone Masterbilt (Solid Top - 550), Seagull Maritime (All solid wood - 650), and this Breedlove D200/SMP (Solid Top - 300). I did multiple "blind" tests and kept coming back to the Breedlove because of how efficient the design was...and how FUN FUN FUN it is to play! This Atlas Bridge thing where the strings go right into the bridge with no pins is a very simple design, and I think it is partly why the Breedlove has such great volume. I also like the action on this guitar, its quite easy to play and there is no buzzing anywhere on the fretboard. The sound is probably a bit brighter than both the Epiphone Masterbilt and the Seagull Maritime I played but I like this. The Seagull Maritime probably had a slightly better tone than the Breedlove but I was having a hard time getting used to the wider nut on it (My glove size is Large). Another thing I liked about the Breedlove is that there is little (if any) lacquer on the wood. This adds to the volume but may make maintenance/humidification a bit more important. It also lacks a pick-guard which, again, I think adds to the volume and efficiency, and gives it this pure and simple look, which I also like.
So I got the Guitar Center 10 year warranty on this thing and after having seen how much time and effort I put into choosing my next guitar, they told me I had up to 2 months to come back and exchange it for something else. However, I play my Breedlove every single day and haven't had the time to go back and demo anything else! The guitar is made in Korea and while I was a bit apprehensive about its origin at first, I can see how the setup and tune that Breedlove does in Oregon makes a world of difference (when comparing to other, foreign made guitars).
I would recommend the Breedlove D200/SMP for intermediate players who are looking for an extremely efficient guitar with strong volume. If I had to characterize this guitar in one word, that word would be "FUN".

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Takamine EG440SC G Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar w/FREE SKB Hardshell Case and Stand Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this on a Sunday evening & it arrived the following Wednesday afternoon without expedited shipping! I've tried Martins and Taylors costing much more & the sound of this guitar is one of the nicest I've come across; with a nice rich midrange & plenty of low end. The intonation, sustain & action are awesome. Plugged in with a touch of reverb justifies the extra I paid for the electronics. The onboard tuner is a nice feature too. I'd recommend this guitar to anyone.
Most online sellers charge a minimum of $50.00 more just for the guitar. That's without the hard shell case and stand! I saved a lot buying this through Amazon.


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Schecter RS-1000 acoustic guitar (Gloss Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I was super exited to get this guitar being that I have a few Schecter's and one being the Robert Smith ultra cure. I got my guitar today, just to open the box and pull it out with the worst warped neck I have ever seen.

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Daisy Rock Pixie Acoustic Guitar Starter Pack, Powder Pink Review

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(More customer reviews)Late winter 2006 I heard Bob Edwards interviewing Patty Larkin re: her La Guitara project. One of Patty's goals is to get more little girls playing guitar. I heard that and immediately thought of my cousin's 9 yo daughter Meganne. I sent Meganne the La Guitara CD & asked her if she'd like to learn to make that kind of music. Meganne is now the proud owner of a powder pink Pixie acoustic. The reduced girth of the neck is perfect for a girl's hand. Daisy Rock offers the Pixie alone or as part of a starter pack; I chose the latter option. My whole family is quite pleased with Daisy Rock Girl Guitars.

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Acoustic Guitar Starter Kit. Made by Daisy Rock.
This fun-filled guitar package includes everything a girl needs to get started on guitar in style!
With a hot pink guitar, stylish gig bag and a set of cool decals included, she'll be the envy of her class!
PACKAGE INCLUDES:PIXIE ACOUSTIC GUITAR
CONSTRUCTION: Set-Neck
BODY: Composite Oval Back w/ Spruce Top
NECK: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD: Rosewood
FRET: 20 Medium
SCALE: 25 1/4"
INLAY: Pearloid Daisy
TUNERS: Grover

COMPLETE LEARNING PACKAGE with 48-page girls guitar method book and enhanced cd with computer tuner
AWESOME GIG BAG with zippered pockets and backpack straps
GOODIE PACK with strap, picks, stringwinder and polishing cloth
REMOVABLE DECALS two pages filled with butterfly and daisy decals to customize your guitar

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SX JAN-1 Gypsy Jazz Acoustic With Case Review

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(More customer reviews)Hello to all who are thinking of buying this guitar...It is a great deal for the money....a good overall sounding gypsy type guitar modeled after the 1930s Maccaferri guitars....but this one and $ave a lot.... Tommy Kovach Orangeburg , New York

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Takamine Pro Series ETN10CTBS Dreadnought Acoustic Electric Guitar, Sunburst with Case Review

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(More customer reviews)I was wanting to purchase a higher end guitar and after trying out several and listening to several on YouTube I decided to purchase this Takamine. I already own a Tak 12 string and thought the sound was incredible for the price. This one I didn't actually play until after it arrived but I watched Brad Davis try it out on YouTube as my guide. I have owned Ovation, Alvarez and Ibanez in the past and am more satisfied with Takamine. The guitar was set up perfect right out of the case. No blemishes or scratches anywhere and perfect action, very low set and a fast neck. The sound is incredible off amp as well as on. It has a very strong low end and mixes perfect with the the mids and highs. Great for strumming and picking. I couldn't believe how awesome this guitar sounds everytime I pick it up. I still play mostly without the amp and like classic rock, christian contemporary and ballads that use a classical style of play. This holds up with the best of them. It is a bit plain in appearance which is why I chose the Tobacco Burst; mine is a bit darker than the pic. The pic appears sort of orangey and mine is a bit more of a darker Tobacco Burst which I like. No pick guard and a satin finish not a gloss so the wood sounds are not impaired and will improve as the wood ages. These natural woods sound great. It has a solid cedar top and solid sapelli/mahogany back. I have alway had spruce or maple tops before and must admit the cedar sound is more to my preference for the lows. I paid $929 including the case through Amazon which is a deal since most everywhere else was $100 to $150 more. I got a better sounding guitar than Taylor or Martin puts out unless I wanted to go $1000 more and most all of their guitars in this price range were all laminates or occassionally a solid top but that was it. Very pleased with this purchase and is the best sounding acoustic I have owned yet....beats my former Ovation Legend and I loved that guitar.

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Yamaha FGX720SCA - Natural Finish 6-string Acoustic/Electric Cutaway Guitar Review

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(More customer reviews)Para aficionados y profesionales, una de las guitarras folk mas versatiles del mercado sobre todo en calidad/precio. No perderás el dinero.

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Guild GAD-30 - Natural Mahogany Orcehstra 6-String Acoustic w/ Deluxe Case Review

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(More customer reviews)I have read many glowing reviews about the Guild GAD models, including this OM model.
1. The good: Beautiful exterior finish, light weight, wonderful tone response, fast neck, solid woods. I ordered the mahogany back and sides, and it was just what I wanted. (I am favoring mahogany over rosewood for my next steel stringed acoustic guitar).
2. The unusual: wide string spacing. (Great for finderpicking)
3. The Bad: The high E string (first string, thinnest string) would come off the fret when I did pulls from the third fret while fretting the 1st fret. This is a common technique, and my playing style is full of such ornaments. I first experienced this while noodling. So I played a baroque piece with a lot of ornamentation, and discovered the location, and that it was a consistent error. I could learn to play without having the string fret out like this, but only by avoiding what caused it in the first place, in other words, by compromising the music. When a string pulls out like this, what happens is the string snaps back against the outside of the fret, making a tinkly noise instead of the tone that you expected. The reason this happened seems to be that the neck was made too narrow at the lower frets in error. Rather than scrap the guitar, or changing the string spacing at the nut, Guild Asia decided to just ship it and hope for an undiscerning customer.

A less serious issue, which has been pointed out by several other users, is that the bracing that is out of sight is roughly finished, while that which is visible near the sound hole is
finished smoothly.
Now for the bad part (for me): Because I purchased this from an Amazon affiliate with completion by Amazon, I was forced to pay the full return shipping costs, plus insurance. Bad deal for me. I could have corrected the problem, or had it fixed by a luthier, by changing the string spacing at the nut with a nut replacement. But that enters into the error of me fixing someone else's problem. I don't feel that that is the customer's role. Also, when I saw how the error occurred--the fingerboard seemed to be over rounded at the top edge, and was actually thinner than the neck--well, then I couldn't be happy with the instrument. There simply wasn't enough real estate for the 1st string because they chose to accommodate the 6th string. Someone at Guild GAD should have made the call to take a loss on the instruments with the flaw. Instead, they chose to sell them to unsuspecting customers. No more Guild anything for me. You can buy $300 guitars from major manufacturers all day long without this kind fo error. It is inexcusable. I will never purchase another guitar from or through Amazon, and no Guilds for me either. Never. And in the future I will make sure that I have some confidence in the seller by phone at least before purchasing an instrument online. I had formerly placed this confidence in Amazon, but that is over. In the future, I will be using Amazon less.

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