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My CA GX features almost 100% of my ‚dream-specs‘ (1-3/4 nut, small jumbo size, authentic pu-sound (-> Aura) and more) plus the toughness for live gigging, so it was a no-brainer. [emoji106]
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I like mot's comment that CF guitars sound like guitars, and so do wood guitars, and everything else is preference. But I think there's also a psychological element of the "early adopter" at play. I've always gravitated towards things that are a little out of the mainstream, be it music, art, or even the car I drive. The idea of something novel definitely intrigued me, and started me down the road towards even considering such a novel beast as a CF guitar. |
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I love my RainSong Shorty. I started out with several different models as I was looking for a camping guitar that I did not have to worry about.
After going thru the RS inventory lineup, I found my way to the Shorty. I play it as much in the house, as I do camping or at the beach. I just love the tone!
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My first CF guitar was my Rainsong APLE. I got it because the size suits me, the scale suits me, and I wanted a guitar that I can leave out on a corner shelf in my main living area. After hearing reviews, it seemed to be just the right move - and it has turned out to be fantastic. Next, I was considering a travel guitar. I had traveled with the APLE a couple of times, but I really liked the idea of the Journey's size. I used to own a VoyageAir, but did not like the idea of wood, laminate or otherwise, on a travel guitar. Talking with Ted (from whom I also bought the APLE!) pushed me over the top. Once again, I have been very happy, it fit my needs very nicely, and sounds and plays great, and can take the wear of the road nicely. My future includes an incoming X20 woody, and my APLE will move to the lake. Currently, I use my Journey at the lake, but really do not want to set it up and take it down all the time. Thus, the woody will move into the main home, the APLE to the lake, and the Journey will continue to travel with me. Yes, CF durability and consistency vs wood is a huge factor. I hope you find the one(s) that work for you!
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I, too, like to own different things, out of the mainstream - but only if they are not only fit for purpose, but also excel at that purpose. My Emerald guitars fit the bill completely - as does my ancient little Martin.
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Hey Tom, it's convenient for us Canadians to be able to order guitars/guitar accessories in the US and have it shipped to a US address. I've done that many times with my work corporate apartments. For many items it's much easier and with a better price point than ordering in Canada.
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I simply wanted the convenience of a detachable neck and durability of carbon fiber in a travel guitar. Wound up purchasing a Journey OF660.
That was my “gateway” instrument. Since I’ve picked up an Emerald x7 nylon. Though the neck is fixed it has made a wonderful nylon strung travel alternative. It sounds fantastic. It sounds so good that if I ever purchase another guitar it will be a custom X20 nylon with a 51mm nut. |
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I bought my first carbon-fiber/composite guitar in 1982, it was an Ovation Adamas II. I bought it because it looked so cool and different and amplified well for gigging. The tone for that time period was unique and very pleasing to my ears, and I wish I still had that beautiful guitar!
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The original Adamas had a CF top, and lyrachord bowl (as I recall)
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The Adamas had and has a sandwich composite top that is about .035 inch thick and is comprised of an inner wooden layer between outside and inside layers of carbon fiber. The bowl, as you've mentioned, was made from Lyrachord which was originally fiberglass layers and resin. The latest version of Lyrachord is lighter in weight and is made of tiny glass beads and resin.
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Kramster, please see my above response.
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I spend 6 months out of the year living in the Upper Mojave. No way I'm taking my wood guitars to a place with chronic single-digit relative humidity levels.
Bought a used Blackbird Super OM on AGF. Was completely blown away by the sound of it. Now I own a half dozen CF guitars of all stripes—travel, nylon, archtop, sold body... Anytime I play out of the house, they are my go-to guitars now. I'm keeping my wood guitars for certain but the CFs are admittedly amazing in their own right. I'd love to hear one of the eKoa guitars as a comparison to mine. I'm now mulling over Emerald's harp and double neck models...
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