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Yes. I really enjoy my Hummingbird
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When I was young in the 70’s, I never cared for the Hummingbird pick guards and the clown burst cherry sunbursts. Now that they have mellowed the sunburst, the whole thing looks way better. I always liked the sound, now I like the look as well. I could see getting one, but I will have to save up…..
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Your post is a bit of a conundrum; I select guitars for their sound and feel - and you have clearly expressed your preference for the D-18 in those areas. In your shoes I'd consider shopping for quite a while with the idea that I would purchase a good value used D-18 and then add the used Gibson. Maybe you'd have to save a while between purchases. There are lots of good D-18s out there and many used examples available. In my experience the Gibsons are considerably more variable in quality control, but an enjoyable, unhurried journey through a pile of used guitars over many months can be a fine way to spend some time.
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Every guitar player should own a good hummingbird at some point. Even if it’s not a permanent companion.
P.s. this is a long scale bird
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Or an FG-300
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And you know what? It doesn't sound half bad. |
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[QUOTE=HogsNRoses;6828569]My suggestion: Try Hummingbirds until you find one that plays for you like a D18.
IMHO, music is more heart than head, so it's important to pick an instrument that you connect with at an emotional level. Reading your descriptions, it sounds like your head says D18 and your heart says Hummingbird. I think this is the ultimate answer. You can connect with a certain model on an emotional level while you connect with another with your ears. Remember that every one of those models ever made will still look and the same. That's what defines that particular model. Therefore, if that model emotionally appeals to you, every guitar ever made in that model will be emotionally appealing. However, since each piece of wood is unique, every guitar in that same model will sound slightly different. Most will sound pretty similar but a few will be real duds and a few will sound amazing to you. Play all the guitars of a certain model(s) that turn you on till you find one that sounds exceptional.
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Get a dove. Or an SJ-200.
Or a hummingbird. Maybe all three.
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always
IMHP: Rule number one:
ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS get the guitar that chooses you. It looks like the bird is the word... |
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I’ve played a few Hummingbirds because I always thought they were the coolest looking guitar ever. But when I played them, I really lost enthusiasm for them.
My brother had a newer Epiphone vintage style Hummingbird that he really liked, but I’ve never played it. I really would like a J-45 someday.
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