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kayla
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So i'm in the market for a new acoustic. main reason - i'm playin in a group now that is all acoustic but i'm playing a lot of lead. my current acoustic is a lil difficult to play leads past the 14th fret or so.
i need something thats more lead guitar player friendly and i'd prefer a slimmer body style. of course it needs to sound good.
i looked at the stratocoustic - i havent played it. its kinda cheap and i'm afraid if i get that, i will get what i paid for. a cheap sound.
thoughts?
thanks!
- kayla.
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lonewolf
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| Posted: Friday Jul 22, 2011 |
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See if you can find an old Fender Montara for under $200. Strat neck with a cutaway. has active electronics.
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kayla
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| Posted: Friday Jul 22, 2011 |
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thats almost the same as what i have. its the thumb posiitioning after the 12th fret - i guess not bein able to wrap my hands around the neck that far is what i dont like.
thats what is appealing about the stratocoustic. i think i will go try some guitars out tonight and see what i find.
thanks!
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guff
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| Posted: Friday Jul 22, 2011 |
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Having a thin bodied acoustic and it sounding good is kinda a contradiction. If you like your current acoustic, I would recommend having someone give it a good setup. That could make a world of difference.
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Jasaoke
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| Posted: Saturday Jul 30, 2011 |
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| just stay below the 12th fret. |
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lonewolf
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| Posted: Saturday Jul 30, 2011 |
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On my Montara, i can comfortably position my hand on the 14th fret (index finger) and still keep my thumb behind the neck.
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onegunguitar
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| Posted: Saturday Jul 30, 2011 |
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Just need to tell your fingers to grow a little longer 
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i have a yamaha apx900 ill sell ya $400
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hicksjd9
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Hi Kayla,
Your best bet is a Taylor or an Ovation. Their necks play just like electrics. Pricewise, USA Ovations are much cheaper and are comparable soundwise (IMHO) with deeper lows. Though, I do prefer my Taylor.
[Shameless plug] It just so happens, I have an AMAZING USA made Ovation electric acoustic for sale right now if you are interested. [/Shameless plug]
In all seriousness, you really need to check either of these two brands of acoustics out. Soundwise, (I own an Ovation and a Taylor) they are both outstanding guitars. Both have small, electric style necks. You could play leads all day on either and have very little finger fatigue.
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