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Old 12-08-2019, 02:55 PM
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Thanks. I am satisfied with Alistair's explanation, quoted in post #21.
Thanks, I missed it, but it looks like you're all set now--Enjoy!
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Old 12-22-2019, 08:46 AM
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Took my X30 to a party yesterday for a short impromptu living room jam. The other guy played violin. Loud talking going on, no amplification and no picks.

When strummed the X30 held up fairly well - no small feat when you are up against a violin - but delicate finger picking did not cut through at all.

With this in mind I have to conclude (as others did before me) that the X30's actual volume is not as loud as it appears to be at first impression. It may have a giant voice but it is a gentle giant.

Edit: Almost forgot to mention... since my X30 is tuned a whole step down I often use a capo when I play with others. The G7th Performance 3, recommended by David (eatswodo) in this thread, works well with my slightly heavier strings, while the Performance 2 did not.
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