Any Reason Not to Buy a Larrivee?
I am looking to buy a 'good' steel-string. I have an inexpensive one that's fine, but I would like better tonality. However, also nothing too extravagant.
I am leaning heavily towards the Larrivee at the moment. But I thought it prudent to check to see if there was anything I might not be considering. Thoughts? |
Play as many guitars as you can in your price range. Buy the one you like best.
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Excellent advice!
However, we essentially have 1 music store, and they may not have anything in stock I'd like to play! |
IMHO there's NO REASON not to buy a Larrivee guitar. For great value and tone please check out the Larrivee 40 Legacy Series guitars! I've found Larrivee guitars to be very consistent in high-quality craftsmanship and excellent tone.
Mahogany 40 Legacy Series Rosewood 40 Legacy Series My Larrivee Guitar Reviews: Larrivee D-40M Legacy Series Larrivee SD-40M Legacy Series Larrivee C-03R TE Tommy Emmanuel Custom Signature Model |
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The fretboard radius are a bit flatish. Apparently that annoys some people.
They are great guitars. |
I just made a thread about Maton guitars. Outstanding instruments :up:
Also if you like Larrivée, check out Morgan guitars built by David Iannone (who studied under Jean Larrivée) |
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I see no reason not to? Great guitars that are all solid tone woods built in the US. Reasonably priced especially at the "03" range. FWIW...the "L" body Larrivee is a great compromise and proprietary model.
I believe I heard somewhere that the fretboard radius has changed but I may be wrong? |
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I do have a Cordoba C10 cross-over. That's my good nylon-string. I find it more comfortable to play than a classic classical. |
No reason not to. I have two. A 25yo Dread and 15yo L-09. Both great guitars that have aged beautifully. All solid wood construction, including bindings, etc.. I do agree since their distribution is more limited than some other luthiers it can be difficult in some areas to find examples to try.
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I have never owned a Larrivee, but have picked a number up at Gruhn in Nashville and Guitar Showcase in San Jose. Every one I have ever handled has been lightweight, incredibly resonant, and a joy to play. I would be very surprised if you ordered one and were not happy when it was delivered. While I do not and have not owned a Larry, I would be pretty confident in getting one sight-unseen, as in my experience they are very consistent.
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