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Old 08-27-2012, 06:46 PM
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Old 08-27-2012, 06:48 PM
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HI JD,

I have read that the Loar Lo-16 is a very nice blues guitar. I hope you like it. Very cool!

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Old 08-27-2012, 07:53 PM
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Pics please
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Old 08-30-2012, 10:47 AM
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This guitar ever come in? Any pics?
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Old 08-30-2012, 11:22 AM
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Congratulations J.D.

I'll be interested to hear how it compares to the RP-06 you traded for it.
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Old 08-30-2012, 01:30 PM
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I like the Loar because the 00 size is just right for me and it's a 14 fret. Sounds amazin' with EJ 17's and the great set-up I got. Tone-wise and volume wise it steps above the RP-06 without adding much in the bout sizes.

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Old 08-30-2012, 03:24 PM
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How would you compare the sound to your RNJ-17?
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Old 08-30-2012, 05:12 PM
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Dave...with like strings and playing the same style the Loar has higher trebles and "woodier" mids. The RK is louder strummed, but not by much. The Loar is a touch smaller and the depth is not as much as the RK. The Rk has a bit more bass. The neat thing is I dropped nickel flatwound 11/50's on the RK and my knarled fingers slide on those strings. The sound is like a 1930's Gibson. So as of now, the Loar with EJ 17's is fuller and brighter, while the RK with nickel flatwounds is "boxier" more authentic blues sound. Both are great dollar values in this competitive market, ie. Martin, H&D, SC, etc.
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Old 08-30-2012, 07:03 PM
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Hey I really like the black and white, very nice lookin guitar...congrats
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Old 08-30-2012, 07:17 PM
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I think the EJ16s sound great on my Eastman, too. How's the action on the Loar? Did you have it adjusted by your tech?

Congrats on the new guitar! You & 'it' look good together.
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Old 08-30-2012, 08:19 PM
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yup, had frets leveled and polished, nut filed for the bass "E", neck relief, intonation checked, 1st class set-up. Next one Carol is the E*OM for Xmas! J.D.
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Old 08-30-2012, 08:24 PM
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Well chosen, sir. It has that classic Gibson L 00 look.
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Old 08-30-2012, 08:31 PM
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yup, had frets leveled and polished, nut filed for the bass "E", neck relief, intonation checked, 1st class set-up. Next one Carol is the E*OM for Xmas! J.D.
I'm doing everything in my power to withhold on buying a new guitar, even though I'm squirreling away for one. I'm trying to hold off until next Spring, at least. Longer would be better as it means I'll have more money put aside. Every time I read a ngd thread, I start googling. LOL

The E series is an excellent choice! I am really looking forward to hearing about it, too.

Enjoy your Loar, in the meantime.
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Old 08-30-2012, 08:45 PM
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I like the Loar because the 00 size is just right for me and it's a 14 fret. Sounds amazin' with EJ 17's and the great set-up I got. Tone-wise and volume wise it steps above the RP-06 without adding much in the bout sizes. Saved a ton of cash over a Martin, H&D, etc. and suits me fine. Go Orioles!
Cool -- I like the look a lot!!!
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Old 08-30-2012, 09:43 PM
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Now I'm GASing even more for a Loar, haha!
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