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Old 12-08-2008, 07:59 PM
Ozsi Ozsi is offline
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OK, based on both sides of the argument, I've ordered a couple of sets of gypsy jazz strings (along with some silk and steel and a few other odds and ends I needed), but will keep my expectations low But given I'm an absolute beginner to the genre, I don't think it should be a huge blow not having the correct guitar and sound while I'm first finding my way. While the guitar and strings would obviously contribute a lot to the sound, I think the techniques, chords, arpeggios etc used also play a big part, and that at least I can (try to) do on a regular steel string.

I might even post up a few recordings comparing PB and gypsy jazz strings on a regular acoustic guitar once they arrive. Of course, that also serves to give me motivation to actually learn a few licks

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Originally Posted by Wade Hampton
Ozsi, I don't have my gypsy jazz guitar YET, but a local builder is making me one.
Very nice, I look forward to seeing a thread on that here when it's done


Thanks again everyone for all the input, it's much appreciated.
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