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Location: Boise, Idaho | I think those are from the mid 70s. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | Who would have guessed that Adamas I headstock is just a bad copy of an Applause ... |
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Location: Carle Place, NY | TommyK:
There are loads of new guitars out there for $200 that sound and play exceptionally well for the price. Here's two examples:
Durango B46 Takamine
I think that you're wasting your time buying a used, damaged, bottom-of-the-line guitar for $50 and then attempting to fix it yourself, assuming you can even get the guitar for $50. Nobody says you need to spend a bundle to get a decent guitar. IMHO spending $200 for a nice new guitar with a warranty and the right to return it if you're not happy with it is the wiser choice. |
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Location: Illinois | I haven't got the $200.00 the new ones command. Looks like you've been able to purchase a new ax every couple of years. I can't. Sorry to disappoint you. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | I have made some observations about what it takes to afford the instruments that we cherish here:
* Have no more than one ex-spouse.
* Have the bulk of your children declare that they know it all and need to be on their own! Bless their hearts.
* Hold down a steady job that requires you to seek a relaxing hobby.
*Focus your attention on the instruments, i.e., not on a Fishing Boat, automotive money bucket or other fund-sucker besides your guitar collection.
Although some are more able these may serve as a good base line. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Or one that only applies to those a generation behind me:
Don't buy an Xbox 360 for the same money as you could spend on a 1537.
Tommy, there's a Montana on ebay with about 5 hours left for $25. With shipping you'd still probably beat your best deal you could get on an Applause. |
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Location: Illinois | I find all this condescension rude and wholly unecessary. I find no reason to 'splain to you my money situation.
1981 Epiphone FT145SB
2000 Yamaha FG-310
1970ish Harmony Est. Stella
??? S.Armenteras (age unknown, currently a basket case, but it will play again.)
It ain't the fanciest stable in the western world, but it's mine. I'd like to refer you snooty ones (not everyone who responded here, just the ones who think I oughta afford better equipment) to the newspaper ad taken out by Johnny Cash and American Recordings in a Nashville Newspaper after winning a Grammy for his album "Unchained". The ad thanked the Nashville establishment for their support.
You can yahoo it... if you dare.
For those who offered genuine information and help, Like Jim.. I genuinely thank you for your support. You're all right! |
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Location: south east Michigan | Easy Tommy...easy.
I re-read the thread and feel like we are just trying to give you the benefit of our experience. Hang around a while more and I think you will see we are not snooty. Crude, abrasive, and off color yes...but not snooty.
I give you credit for trying to make something good out of something less than good. More power to ya. We just wanted you to know just what it is you are working with. We love stories of successful refurbish projects. |
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Location: Upper Left USA | Tommy,
Hope I didn't come out as too insensitive. My ventures into Ovation solidbodies started at the entry level with the broken and parted out.
Still can't decide if I'm a frustrated woodworker that plays guitar or a frustrated guitar player that does woodwork!
It will be difficult to taste that many flavors of Ovation Ice Cream with a $200 budget. I think I have tried and sold more ovations in the last year or two than I have and I still intend on having some form of rotation in the future.
Keep looking and enjoy! |
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Location: East Tennessee | Welcome TommyK,
What ever Guitar you buy if you are happy with it, thats all that counts.
A nice sounding and playing guitar doesnot always mean an upper level brand or model within that brand. A couple of weeks ago I was in a local guitar store and played an Alvarez RD10 RETAILING at $149.00. The store had a shipment of them. I played three a would not have minded taking any of them home. They had a nice full sound and the action was above average. I have played Taylors and Martins at 10 times the price that were not a good.
What some of the other member were saying is that for the money a used Balladeer or Elite is a good investment for the $$$.
I have 2-Martins, 3- Ovations, and 1- Celebrity.
Each sounds great and I enjoy playing them all.
The Martins and the Ovations are worth more than I paid for them. The Celebrity even though it is a fine instrument, it will never be worth more than I payed for it.
The guys,(and Gals), here love Ovation guitars and the USA built models have a proven track record as great guitars for the $$.
The service dept for Ovation will also help with any problems you may have.
The bottom line.... Get what you want or can afford. If you are happy, don't worry about anything any one else says.
P. S. Hang around and read. Some of these folks are really good. |
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