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The OF660 is the PERFECT guitar for the car. Mine lived in there for almost a year in it's neat little back pack. I rarely took it out, just had it there "just in case"...
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My visit today was mostly because the package from Ireland was delivered, otherwise I might never have come back here. I have now played my X20-12 for a half-hour or so. Absolutely flawless workmanship, delivered just when Sean said it would be, and shipping time just one week from Ireland to Idaho -- even including the lost day for Veteran's Day, which slowed clearing US Customs. I might have to do a little minor set-up work (surprisingly) but no big deal. Enough good things cannot be said about Emerald, Alistair and Sean. More details to follow in a separate NGD post and review, when I'm ready. So please stand by....... Now back on topic, the Journey OF-660 sounds like just the ticket for the OP. Ted at LA Guitar Sales is THE guy to contact, Graeme. And if you ever decide to part with it, selling it used should be easy enough and you won't take too much of a hit in the wallet. CF is a specialty market niche, but a fervent one. |
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If I were in your shoes I would probably see what deals are being offered by Emerald guitars on their X7s or even X20s depending on how much room you have in the car. My X20 is currently living in a car (long story not for here) and plays great despite the less than perfect living conditions. A laminate would need to be tuned a lot more often if nothing else like its horrible resale value compared to a CF guitar. I think the Journey's are available for sale in Europe, so the OF660 would probably be my first choice though I am not as sure of the set up as I would be with an Emerald because they are mass produced where the Emeralds are sent out nearly perfect. You might want to also invest some time in watching videos on guitar playing such as justinguitar to help refine your search too. A few early in person lessons may pay huge dividends too. Have fun regardless.
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Earl;
Glad to see you back, look forward to your reports on the new musical wand from Emerald. |
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Welcome aboard, Seekingcarbon. From my perspective, the phrase "entry level" doesn't apply to guitars like the Emerald X7 or the Journey Of660 - they are outstanding guitars that are compact.
Your reasons for looking at carbon fiber offerings are right on, but there is a "minimum price of entry" for all the CF guitars. Kramster's suggestion to buy one used is right on - if you find you don't care for learning guitar, you won't lose much on used. Yes, that probably means buying something from outside your country and the same with selling if that doesn't pan out. Here's another consideration: buy a used electric guitar - because they aren't "made light," it may stand up better to the weather range you experience. Most electrics play "easier" than acoustics, so it could be good while you are learning. When you know it is something you want to stay with, save for one of the CF guitars discussed here. I have played both electric and acoustic for decades - they are different animals, but it is another consideration that might work for your circumstances. This is the first time I have recommended an electric guitar on the AGF, and may be run out of town on a rail, but I am tossing that out as an inexpensive solution to your situation... for the learning process. Traveler guitars are very compact and can be used with headphones. They make an "acoustic" model (that didn't sound very acoustic to me). Something like that would be compact enough that you should be able to put it under your desk at work (if that applies), and more durable than a nice acoustic. Good luck with your search. Hang out here, even if you decide to try the electric route, to stay in an "acoustic state of mind." Captain Jim |
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Earl, it is exciting to hear that your Emerald X20-12 has arrived and been "unveiled" - looking forward to photos and your review!
I don't know know the particulars, but I am glad to see you here again! Your presence was missed. Keep us posted. Best wishes, Jim |
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Thanks for the very kind words, Evan and Jim.
The review will have to wait a bit..... patience, young Grasshopper. It never fails that when a new guitar arrives, and just when I want to spend quality time with it, several projects come alive and my workload suddenly goes from light to crushing. But after a half-hour of initial playing yesterday, it is pretty awesome. BTW, I had to tune one octave string after its trip across the pond. How is that for stability? Part of my review process will include acquiring and installing the same EJ37 strings that the X20-12 came with on my Taylor 354 and doing some serious A-B tests (and maybe even some other chords too). |
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I tried a number of the so called "silent guitars," and found them wanting relative to any acoustic sound. Given the situation described by Seeking I would probably go for the Washburn Rover. The Rover came in both steel and nylon strings and both can be had for about $300. Both Rovers put out pretty good sound for such a small guitar but the big advantage of both is the neck. The steel and nylon string necks are pretty sweet and could help a player determine which was best for the player's inclinations.
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Plus, it would hold value over time, rather than disintegrate due to temperature/humidity exposure. A used CH parlor will retain a lot more value based on those conditions than any sort of laminate or plywood guitar. |
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I know the Martin "Backpacker" doesn't get a lot of love around here, and having played them a few different times, I'd tend to agree - but they absolutely serve a purpose.
That purpose might be quite compatible with the OP's needs...? Case in point: I met a guy in a marina in North Carolina over the summer that had a Martin Backpacker. He was up on the bow playing it, so I brought my guitar over to play a bit with him. That Martin had some SERIOUS miles on it! Getting to know him over the course of a few days, I learned that guitar had been backpacking through Europe, spent a couple summers on the beach in Ecuador, traveled through Japan, etc etc. It is a low cost guitar that might serve the OP well... |
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Hi All,
Thanks again for the suggestions! In the end I think I'm gonna go for the OF660; it should sound and hold value better than any of the wood/laminate guitars that were discussed, and the portability is really important. I've been in touch with Ted as suggested and he spent quite some time with me on the phone discussing options and it has reaffirmed that the OF660 is a good fit, so thanks also to Ted for that. Hopefully one day soon I'll be joining you all as a happy new member of the CF family Cheers! |
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