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Who plays an Alvarez?

Unread post by Reckless » Fri Feb 20, 2004 8:04 pm

Looking to pay maybe around $300-$400 for one. I've heard good things about them but know nothing about their models. Anyone have a good suggestion in that price range?
I'm actually considering a D15, but testing the waters for something a little cheaper.
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Unread post by Pickles » Fri Feb 20, 2004 8:36 pm

i paid $200 for my RD20S... its incredible for the money... i actually like it better than the D-15. solid spruce top, beautiful appearance.. it sounds amazing.
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Unread post by Versacci41 » Sat Feb 21, 2004 9:40 am

I have a PD-80sc that i paid $500 for, one of the best guitars i've played. Great tone, low action, amazing electronics(with a built in tuner), solid body and top, and its not bad to look at. Definately check out stuff in the professional series, the artist series has some beautiful ones as well.
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Unread post by Pacs » Mon Feb 23, 2004 12:17 pm

I got one... its a AJ-60 cutaway electric. It looks and sounds pretty good but there is no truss rod on it to ajust the neck. Right now My low E string buzzes like a mother. Was a christmas gift so not sure one $$$. Pretty sturdy guitar, though. I wish it was a taylor 314 at least:(
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Unread post by fatjack » Mon Feb 23, 2004 8:35 pm

i play an AD60SC, it was 550. i've had it for about three years now and it just now needs a new bridge, but thats about all thats wrong with it. a very reliable guitar
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Unread post by sacdeez » Tue Feb 24, 2004 12:37 am

i have a bottom barrel one for my beater guitar and love it, the playability and sound are great for the price, go online and you can find them for super cheap.
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Unread post by Mogan » Thu Feb 26, 2004 5:55 pm

I play a Artist series (AKA)Rosewood special from about 1984. I like it
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Alvarez Yairi Fushion...

Unread post by GrateDMB21 » Fri Feb 27, 2004 2:57 pm

Any clue where to find this guitar anymore? They were discontinued

http://www.alvarezgtr.com/
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Re: Alvarez Yairi Fushion...

Unread post by Snyder » Fri Feb 27, 2004 3:10 pm

GrateDMB21 wrote:Any clue where to find this guitar anymore? They were discontinued

http://www.alvarezgtr.com/
You're going to have to try something else. The web site you linked to doesn't have a seperate URL for each guitar. :)
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Unread post by infoghost » Mon Mar 22, 2004 12:51 pm

I have the RD20SB or something. For the price, you couldn't beat it. I tried many guitars in the 500 and under range, and that little 250 dollar gem beat them all, so I bought it.

Then the neck fell off.

The local shop sent it away to alvarez, I am still awaiting to hear something. They were sure I'd get a brand new one, it just takes forever.

Great guitars for the money, if the neck stays on. That is important, I am told.
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Unread post by mlee » Mon Mar 22, 2004 12:56 pm

Anyone that wants an Alvarez should go on ebay..this guy is selling AD60's, 70's and 80's at unbelievably low prices. Not sure about the warranty on them, but you could always email the guy and ask. Might be worth it if you really want an Alvarez.
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