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Well, I've got a Gretsch G9220 and I like it just fine. Then again, it's the only resonator I've ever had or played. I use it for open tunings, with and without a slide. I've played it a few times in standard and it seems pretty cool there as well but I like it better for open D and C stuff. You may notice in my signature line that it's for sale (actually it's sold). There's no problem with it, I just need to clear some room for a dread. I would imagine there are huge differences between it and, say, a National. And the resonators themselves come in different styles too. Bottom line - I'm going through a lot of research to pick a dreadnought. I can guess you have quite a way to go to come to an informed purchase decision. Have fun and happy hunting!