Rainsong Parlor Nylon String!!

Ted @ LA Guitar Sales · #1 05-28-2013, 04:24 PM

Some weeks back I discussed the possibility of a nylon string Parlor with Ashvin and the result is pictured below. I asked for a 14-fret long scale for added string tension and it really seems to work. Although it lacks the projection of a full size classical it has plenty of volume and it sound fantastic plugged in. As you can see this is a full dress version of the Parlor with Abalone rosette and shark fret markers. Very sexy.

I invite any members near the store to come in and give it a try, love to hear your opinions. In a few weeks I'll be sending this guitar off to Arizona so Lisa (Itself) and Kramster can give it a try.

Below is a link to a quick youtube video and a link to some photos. BTW, the guitar is not for sale.

http://youtu.be/cRyvIY7TJDk

http://laguitarsales.com/pages/4936/...g_PA9000N2.htm

Kindness · #2 05-28-2013, 05:11 PM

Sweet! I would love to see this as a 12 fret short scale with a uni top. i am looking forward to trying her out!

SteelPastor · #3 05-28-2013, 05:57 PM

Ted,

Thank you for the update. How does this new model compare with the older WS9000?

http://www.rainsong.com/models/ws9000.html

The new PA9000N2 sounds great in this brief youtube clip... any chance of a lengthier workout? With some chording as well?

Thank you again.

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Ted @ LA Guitar Sales · #4 05-28-2013, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelPastor

Ted,

Thank you for the update. How does this new model compare with the older WS9000?

http://www.rainsong.com/models/ws9000.html

The new PA9000N2 sounds great in this brief youtube clip... any chance of a lengthier workout? With some chording as well?

Thank you again.

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The WS9000 was based on the much larger WS, or Grand Auditorium body while this guitar uses the P14 Parlor as a starting point. Obviously a much handier guitar. This little gem came in while I was out of town so I am just now getting to know it but so far I am loving it. This one might have to go right in to the personal collection.

I will ask Pierre to record and post a more complete sample on our Facebook page on Saturday.

SteelPastor · #5 05-28-2013, 09:39 PM

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Thank you, Ted...

I am very interested to see how the reviews go... I would lean toward a 12-fret as well. Maybe even in an OM/Shorty as well!!?

I would be curious as to why the RainSong WS9000 was discontinued... maybe just too early in the CF acceptance process, I am guessing? Or maybe the nylon strings did not fill the WS body size? Again, not dissing... just curious. I am sold on RainSong.

A friend who had his Taylor 814CE stolen has been borrowing my RainSong Shorty Limited... I cannot WAIT to get it back!

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Kindness · #6 05-29-2013, 03:36 AM

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Originally Posted by SteelPastor

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Thank you, Ted...

I am very interested to see how the reviews go... [B]I would lean toward a 12-fret[/B] as well. Maybe even in an OM/Shorty as well!!?

I would be curious as to why the RainSong WS9000 was discontinued... maybe just too early in the CF acceptance process, I am guessing? Or maybe the nylon strings did not fill the WS body size? Again, not dissing... just curious. I am sold on RainSong.

A friend who had his Taylor 814CE stolen has been borrowing my RainSong Shorty Limited... I cannot WAIT to get it back!

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The 14 fret neck just looks odd! And I would really like to see a manufacturer offer a short scale classical with a sound port.

SteelPastor · #7 05-29-2013, 03:49 AM

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Lisa,

I am very interested to hear your thoughts after playing it.

I would lean toward an OM body because I think that is closer in dimension to a classical size... although that is not a big deal. If I am looking for a nylon string CF guitar, I am obviously not all that concerned about convention! LOL!

That said, it seems that most if not all nylon acoustics, and classical guitars in particular, use a 12-fret neck... a cutaway would be a must, IMHO.

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Doubleneck · #8 05-29-2013, 04:21 AM

Was the weave top used for a reason? Does CO and nylon not mix well?

Kindness · #9 05-29-2013, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Doubleneck

Was the weave top used for a reason? Does CO and nylon not mix well?

Great question! Particularly since Ted stated that it doesn't have huge volume.

Ted @ LA Guitar Sales · #10 05-29-2013, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by SteelPastor

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Thank you, Ted...

I am very interested to see how the reviews go... I would lean toward a 12-fret as well. Maybe even in an OM/Shorty as well!!?

Ashvin built a nylon Shorty last year, I was not impressed at all, just not enough volume from a guitar that size, in fact this custom Parlor has just as much projection as that custom Shorty did.

As for using the long scale, that was my idea, I felt the longer scale would provide needed string tension. For the record I also prefer the look of the 12 fret Parlor and would like to be able to hear a 12 and 14 fret version side by side. Stay tuned.

Kindness · #11 05-30-2013, 09:35 AM

Ted,

I think a 12 fret short scale WITH traditional classical tuners would be great. I wonder if traditional classical tuners would create more string tension?

Larry Pattis · #12 05-30-2013, 11:52 AM

Have Ashvin make a 12-fretter with a 24" scale and send it directly to me, please...(slotted headstock, of course)!

1-7/8" nut, and a flat (no) radius fingerboard.

Dr.Ken · #13 05-30-2013, 12:25 PM

Ted,

Thanks for pursuing this. I have been hoping for a nylon carbon fiber guitar for some time.

I would definitely have interest in buying a 12 fret model with electronics as a performance/stage guitar. Please keep us posted!

- Ken

Ted @ LA Guitar Sales · #14 05-30-2013, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Larry Pattis

Have Ashvin make a 12-fretter with a 24" scale and send it directly to me, please...(slotted headstock, of course)!

1-7/8" nut, and a flat (no) radius fingerboard.

Larry, if you'll cover the cost of the mold for the new neck I'm sure Ashvin will be happy to build us a 24" 12-Fret parlor with slotted headstock.

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Originally Posted by Dr.Ken

Ted,

Thanks for pursuing this. I have been hoping for a nylon carbon fiber guitar for some time.

I would definitely have interest in buying a 12 fret model with electronics as a performance/stage guitar. Please keep us posted!

- Ken

It's just a matter of time now Ken.

Larry Pattis · #15 05-30-2013, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Ted @ LA Guitar Sales

Larry, if you'll cover the cost of the mold for the new neck I'm sure Ashvin will be happy to build us a 24" 12-Fret parlor with slotted headstock.

Sure...that'd be about a buck two eighty, right...?

All kidding aside, I've *had* some discussion w/Ashvin about the 24" scale in the past...I think a serious nudge (from you...hint, hint) might push him closer to actually doing this...for a steel-string *and* nylon for the parlor body.