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Post by Onechordtrick on Jul 14, 2021 8:51:38 GMT
And why?
Just musing really. I sold my Dreadnaught because I found it uncomfortable to play but I was learning and it may not have been set up especially well. That was replaced by a couple of OM/000 sized which feel really comfortable to play. Then came my 12 string which just sits perfectly on my lap. But now I’ve got more experience I’m thinking I should give a well set up Dread a chance.
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Post by leoroberts on Jul 14, 2021 11:20:33 GMT
000 for me, I think. It's as much of an all-rounder as there is - good for strumming and picking. I'd really miss the earthy bass notes of a dreadnought and the sheer volume and presence of a jumbo, though. So, basically, I reject your premise. I'd find someone who'd chosen 'deadnought', murder them, dispose of their body using acid and quicklime in an enamel bath and nick their guitar - they wouldn't need it any more.
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Post by Onechordtrick on Jul 14, 2021 11:59:51 GMT
000 for me, I think. It's as much of an all-rounder as there is - good for strumming and picking. I'd really miss the earthy bass notes of a dreadnought and the sheer volume and presence of a jumbo, though. So, basically, I reject your premise. I'd find someone who'd chosen 'deadnought', murder them, dispose of their body using acid and quicklime in an enamel bath and nick their guitar - they wouldn't need it any more. That’s dreads removed from my list then Just to be safe
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Post by scorpiodog on Jul 14, 2021 13:20:56 GMT
000 for me, I think. It's as much of an all-rounder as there is - good for strumming and picking. I'd really miss the earthy bass notes of a dreadnought and the sheer volume and presence of a jumbo, though. So, basically, I reject your premise. I'd find someone who'd chosen 'deadnought', murder them, dispose of their body using acid and quicklime in an enamel bath and nick their guitar - they wouldn't need it any more. Wouldn't the quicklime neutralise the acid, Leo? I think you'd end up with an enamel bath full of unpleasant chemicals... and a body! One or the other, my friend. Other than that it's a damn good plan!
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Post by scorpiodog on Jul 14, 2021 13:27:40 GMT
If I were really only allowed one guitar, I really would be torn between a 000/OM and a jumbo. I certainly wouldn't only have a dread (although for most of my life that's all I had). I find them fine for standing up and playing, but sitting down, I find them awkward. It's that thick waist.
I guess jumbo would give me the most flexibility, so if I had to choose (and thank goodness I don't) it would be that.
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Post by Martin on Jul 14, 2021 13:28:39 GMT
Dreadnought for me. Has the volume and bass/fullness that I want. and nothing to stop me murdering some fingerstyle tunes on it either. The size doesn't bother me, but I must say the comfort of a smaller guitar is something I may need to consider more closely as I move into my thirties
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Post by ocarolan on Jul 14, 2021 13:42:26 GMT
.......I certainly wouldn't only have a dread (although for most of my life that's all I had). I find them fine for standing up and playing, but sitting down, I find them awkward. It's that thick waist..... Well, understandable, Paul. We all fill out a bit around the middle as as time goes by.... Keith
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Post by martinrowe on Jul 14, 2021 14:11:23 GMT
Personally I've got nothing against enamel baths. It takes all sorts though, I suppose.
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Post by grayn on Jul 14, 2021 14:43:32 GMT
Slope shouldered dread or dread with cutaway.
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Post by mandovark on Jul 14, 2021 14:54:28 GMT
For me it would have to be something in the mini-jumbo/grand auditorium range. They can still have the clarity of an OM, but with a bit of extra bass that I like to have available. I don't use a thumbpick, so I don't quite get the bass punch from a smaller guitar that other players might. The slightly bigger body shape gives me a balance between bass and treble that seems to work for me.
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Post by andyhowell on Jul 14, 2021 15:34:13 GMT
Probably a 00 but it wouldn't be a 00 shape.
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Post by Martin on Jul 14, 2021 15:42:20 GMT
Slope shouldered dread or dread with cutaway. Sloped shoulders I can deal with, but come on!!
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Post by walkingdecay on Jul 14, 2021 17:35:12 GMT
A Telecaster frankly, as when I got another after three decades it felt like it fitted my body and reminded me of what I could actually do with a guitar. I only resisted for so long because it was associated something that took a long time to come to terms with.
But we're talking acoustic guitars, which I tend to think of as a different instruments having some things in common with electrics, in a similar way to a mandolin or banjo. In their case I favour dreads for their spacious sound and projection, and because they were favoured by so many of my heroes like Doc Watson, Clarence White, Jerry Garcia and Norman Blake. With a cutaway because I sometimes venture into bat territory.
But not for jazz. You can play jazz on a dread but there's too much airiness and boom. The snotty sound of Selmacs often makes acoustic guitar players reel back in horror when they try to play one, but the abilities of the boxes to chuck forward a cutting rhythm and to sing out the individual notes in a solo or arpeggio makes complete sense once you use them in a jazz setting.
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Post by grayn on Jul 14, 2021 17:55:53 GMT
Slope shouldered dread or dread with cutaway. Sloped shoulders I can deal with, but come on!! The only acoustics I like with a cutaway, are dreads and gypsy jazz guitars. Anyway Martin, I'm not sure a dread is the right guitar for you. It must be like having a girlfriend who is a foot taller.
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Post by lavaman on Jul 14, 2021 22:26:57 GMT
It would have to be a 14 fret 00 with spruce top and hog back & sides. As I've grown older (and my waist expanded) I prefer smaller guitars and a 00 can do everything that I need / want from a guitar. Great for fingerpicking, strumming, giging and recording. An OM or 000 would be a very close second.
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