Shorty and GS mini?

iDavid · #1 01-13-2012, 07:34 AM

I have a GS mini and like it pretty well, but am looking for something similar in size but with more low-end and maybe more projection. I also find the mini can break up if I really bang on it. At times the break-up is what I am looking for, but not most of the time. It tends to scare my cats.

So, I have been looking at carbon fiber guitars and the Shorty seems close in size and the you-tubes sound pretty **** good. Has anyone played it against a mini?

I am wondering if I need to move up to Rainsong Dread, or the like to get the fuller bass or if a mini could pull it off.

thoughts?

RP · #2 01-13-2012, 07:41 AM

Don't know if you've been in touch with Ted @ LA Guitar Sales, but he sells both and would probably be able to give you a thorough A/B rundown....

iDavid · #3 01-13-2012, 07:46 AM

Makes sense.

I'll give him a ring

Steve Christens · #4 01-13-2012, 08:38 AM

I've played them both, and probably the worst thing about the Shorty is the name, as it leads people to expect a 3/4 size travel guitar. It's really a full sized guitar, just with a 12 fret neck. And while it's not a jumbo or dread, it's going to handing full out banging much better than the GS Mini.

Tanque Verde · #5 01-13-2012, 01:58 PM

I am very curious about the Lucky 13, which is similar in size, but not identical, to the Mini.

Kh1967 · #6 01-13-2012, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tanque Verde

I am very curious about the Lucky 13, which is similar in size, but not identical, to the Mini.

The Lucky 13 is a very nice guitar. I have owned both the Mini and the 13 and like them both, but found the Lucky 13 to be more versatile.

iDavid · #7 01-13-2012, 10:14 PM

I spoke with Ted and am very impressed. This a guy who knows his stuff and is willing to take the time to really get to know what you "need".