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Old 11-25-2020, 11:17 AM
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Gets down to what is the focus. Why so many singers play Gibson, the vocal is the focus, not the instrument. Can't say I've seen many singers play Ryans. Pretty much the same with Goodall, thought they may have some specific models that would be more appropriate.
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Old 11-26-2020, 04:52 PM
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I suggest that you might consider a Charis guitar made by Bill Wise, a very high quality builder that is, like Ryan and Applegate, also influenced by Jim Olson's work. He is not making many these days but you might be able to commission one or find a used one. He is located in Michigan. Pricing is somewhat similar to Goodall. Check reviews, AGF comments, videos and samples before seeking one to play.
In any case - best of luck!
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Old 11-27-2020, 05:31 PM
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I agree that you should play these guitars if at all possible. I have owned 2 older Goodalls (a Sitks and Koa GC and an RW TROM) and 2 Ryan’s (an older Cedar and IRW Mission and a more recent Swiss and Madagascar Paradiso). I loved the Goodall GC and the Ryan Mission. I wasn’t crazy about either the TROM or the Paradiso.

Even though I love the Ryan Mission, I agree that it might not be a good guitar with vocals. Lots of overtones and fat mids. I owned the Goodall GC a long time ago so I don’t think my recollection of it’s tone would be very accurate.

So I come full circle to my initial comment. It will be really helpful for you if you can play these guitars before you buy. Good luck with whatever you decide.
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Old 11-27-2020, 05:47 PM
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+1 for Applegate. I just took delivery of an Applegate SJ today. I can’t imagine a better guitar in terms of tone, balance, playability and aesthetics. It is an incredible musical instrument.....not just a guitar

I’ve played a few Goodall’s, never had the pleasure of playing a Ryan. I’m sure you can’t go wrong. Good luck!
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Old 11-27-2020, 09:34 PM
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I suggest that you might consider a Charis guitar made by Bill Wise, a very high quality builder that is, like Ryan and Applegate, also influenced by Jim Olson's work. He is not making many these days but you might be able to commission one or find a used one. He is located in Michigan. Pricing is somewhat similar to Goodall. Check reviews, AGF comments, videos and samples before seeking one to play.
In any case - best of luck!
I understand that he is retiring (slowly - winding down)
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