Emerald X7 NGD Review Link added.

[Godfather]

I am contemplating dipping my toes back into the CF pond.
Due to old MX injuries, my neck and shoulder prefer 00 or 000 short scale 12 fret guitars. I can get by with small a bodied 25” scale 14 fret like my Martin D jr 10. Since I cannot sample any Emerald guitars, can anyone shed some light on the Emerald X7’s ergonomics? I

I don't think you can find a more ergonomic musical instrument. I've had the 7, 10, and 20 and Alistair has revolutionized the comfort level of guitar playing. He's also done a pretty good job of revolutionizing the looks and beauty of the guitar. And best of all, the sound is there in every one of his instruments.

Just saying................

[seannx]

My custom short scale (24.875”) X20 is super comfortable to play.

[Methos1979]

The smaller body and short scale of the X7 plus the body contours make it an extremely comfortable guitar to play. The RainSong Shorty with its short scale neck that connects at the 12th fret (making it a very short scale, hence the name Shorty) and shallow 4.1" body depth make it a very comfortable guitar to play as well if you're more into a traditional looking guitar. I've owned both and would give the X7 the edge in comfort due to the bevels but the RainSong the edge in overall tone.

[Jim in TC]

Originally Posted by Methos1979

The smaller body and short scale of the X7 plus the body contours make it an extremely comfortable guitar to play. The RainSong Shorty with its short scale neck that connects at the 12th fret (making it a very short scale, hence the name Shorty) and shallow 4.1" body depth make it a very comfortable guitar to play as well if you're more into a traditional looking guitar. I've owned both and would give the X7 the edge in comfort due to the bevels but the RainSong the edge in overall tone.

I agree with the X7 comments, don't have any experience with the Shorty. I expected the deeper body of the X7 (than my Cargo) to affect comfort; now the Cargo feels almost a bit too small (well, it is a very little thing) and has less "depth" of tone than the X7.

[Kerbie]

Originally Posted by EvanB

I don't think you can find a more ergonomic musical instrument.

I agree. I missed out on the X5, but my X7 is a mid-2017 which were smaller than the current models. It's wonderfully ergonomic... smooth edges and curves. I owned the X7 and a Cargo Raw and much prefer the X7. It's a more balanced guitar... quite a joy.

[RP]

Originally Posted by EvanB

I don't think you can find a more ergonomic musical instrument...

As the previous owner of an X20, X20-12, X30 and Amicus I'd agree completely with Evan...

Originally Posted by David Eastwood

Anyone in Michigan who could help him out with a meet’n’play?

I have an idea - never mind.....

[David Eastwood]

Originally Posted by EvanB

I don't think you can find a more ergonomic musical instrument. I've had the 7, 10, and 20 and Alistair has revolutionized the comfort level of guitar playing. He's also done a pretty good job of revolutionizing the looks and beauty of the guitar. And best of all, the sound is there in every one of his instruments.

Just saying................

Originally Posted by RP

As the previous owner of an X20, X20-12, X30 and Amicus I'd agree completely with Evan...

And as the current owner of an X20, X20-7 and an Amicus, I’d second (and third) all the comments about Emerald ergonomics and comfort. I can’t think of any other instruments I’ve ever played which have even come close.

The fact that they sound wonderful and play beautifully is, perhaps, primary - but the playing comfort is very sweet icing on the cake.

Also - and I don’t think anyone has mentioned this yet - Emeralds tend to feel smaller than their physical dimensions would suggest. Just about everyone who’s played an X30 and commented here has mentioned it; the X20 follows suit in feeling much more OM-ish than dreadnaught. For the OP - you might find an X20 quite manageable, if you could manage to lay your hands on one. Anyone in Michigan who could help him out with a meet’n’play?

[Godfather]

Thanks for all of the comments. I appreciate the input.
I hope to get my hands on an X7 and X20 for a test drive before deciding on which way to go.

[Godfather]

Decision and purchase have been made. I will post a NGD after receiving and getting acquainted….although it may be a few weeks down the road.

GF;

You're welcome. In the meantime you can send the 5% referral fee to the respondents, thank you.

[esimms86]

Originally Posted by Godfather

Decision and purchase have been made. I will post a NGD after receiving and getting acquainted….although it may be a few weeks down the road.

And so you decided to go with the X.....?

With six respondents there is a 30% upcharge. However, in the past, forum members have taken reviews and pictures as payment. We await..............

[Godfather]

Originally Posted by esimms86

And so you decided to go with the X.....?

Time will tell😁 stay tuned!

[Godfather]

Originally Posted by EvanB

With six respondents there is a 30% upcharge. However, in the past, forum members have taken reviews and pictures as payment. We await..............

Sounds fair…..it may be 4 weeks though. Stand by.