[ruger9]

I have never had the opportunity tom play a Ryan. But I have heard many. Read about them so much (especially here). I keep hearing the term "piano" ("lap piano" in the OP is perfect!), and that is what I have always heard in my head, what an acoustic should sound like.... not a bluegrasser, but something that sounds like "God" lol.... Ryan seems to be it. If I ever win the lottery, because that's what it'll take, I'd love to own a Nightingale.

First I ever heard of Ryan, or heard one, was from forum member Joost Assink... he introduced me to Ryans, as well as Al Petteway. MANY thanks!

Maybe not the best audio, but it was what lit the fire for "tone" regarding acoustics for me (many years ago)...