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Like many people, I have had to reconsider my guitar playing when I developed arthritis about six years ago. I used to play classical, mainly for my own pleasure, never professionally. After about a year of ever increasing struggles I returned my guitar to the friend who had given it to me. But the urge to play stayed with me. So about two months ago I bit the bullet and bought a used squareneck Dobro. Several things had to be overcome. Learning the neck in an open tuning is one. Holding a tone bar comfortably with a left hand that is becoming more like that of some weird animal is another. Using a flat pick rather than classical finger style picking is yet another, as my right hand is slowly becoming almost as twisted as my left. Not small things to overcome. Plus it is hard to teach an old dog new tricks (I am 72). But in a masochistic way I love it. I like the challenge, the new way of doing things, discovering excellent performers and their music I would normally never have heard about. As for cost, your range of $2000 to $3000 should get you a very good new instrument. I paid $1000 Canadian (about $750-800 US) for my 1976 OMI Dobro Model 27 in very good condition. Hope this helps. I wish you all the best whichever way you go.
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Short Scale helps me a bunch. It just seems easier these days.
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If you don't own already, get yourself a well made hand exerciser preferably the rack type with the 3-4 springs and 2 wooden handles.. At first it may seem impossible. But over time your hand(s) will get stronger and stronger and the rack will seem softer and softer.. Hopefully this will lead to more ease on the fingerboard.. Mark Harris Los Angeles |
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About 10 years ago, a hobbyist built a great guitar for me, for a price of, about half of, your budget. I have played the guitar in concert halls, small clubs, and a recording studio, as well as, my practice room. The guitar's look (kind of Old World, rustic), and sound, almost always, draws a complement. A Google search will return a few data bases of luthiers. If a local college offers a guitar program, you might want to contact that department for information. You can get in touch with a local classical guitar society for information. Most major cities have a society. I enjoyed the experience of having a guitar built just for me. You might also enjoy that experience. Plus, you get a guitar the fits you. |
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Hybrid classical FYI
Another Hybrid classical type Guitar to consider:
Martin 000c-16SGTNE. They can be a bit tough to find, - Cedar top; 1-7/8", Mahogany Back and sides, built in great sounding Fishman... Made only a few years. $1400-1500. |
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Sweetwater has several different Taylor nylon models in stock. Not sure where you live, but might warrant a road trip to play them. There are two other dealers I would recommend who specialize in classical. One in Texas and one in North Carolina. Is either of those locations close to you. Feel free to PM me.
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Thumb issue
on 12/2 just had LRTI basal thumb surgery on my fretting hand, been through the shots, braces etc.. continue to wear the brace even if i feels unnecessary. The brace will help prevent further degradation. I wont be playing the guitar for awhile but so far so good, any questions feel free to message me.
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