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i like tictacs · Unread post by **i like tictacs** » Wed Jan 11, 2006 9:23 pm

Didn't you get the memo Macht, it's cool to hate popular things.

And who cares, if he likes Taylor because Dave Matthews is playing it, that's cool. If it makes him happy, so be it.

GrateDMB21 · Unread post by **GrateDMB21** » Wed Jan 11, 2006 9:34 pm

Kahn wrote:people's personal differences about sound and guitar vary so much. I cant stand Taylors, while others love them. Oh well, whatever floats your boat, but don't buy one because Dave has one. That's lilke buying a black Chet Atkins, why would you ever want that guitar?

I have 2 Chet Atkins SSTs. They sound unbelievable plugged in, no feedback etc.

Brock · Unread post by **Brock** » Wed Jan 11, 2006 9:40 pm

Okay, let's cut the bickering. I think it's clear that the reason people were asking why he wanted a Taylor wasn't to ridicule him for just wanting something he saw Dave play (making the big assumption that that's the case), it was to ensure that the OP knows that there are numerous choices out there, and many are more cost-effective than Taylors or Martins.

To the OP: is this your first "real" guitar? What style of music will you be playing on it? Have you tried out any guitars in this price range at guitar stores? If so, what were your thoughts on the various ones you tried? If you haven't, I recommend that you do that ASAP! What's gold to me may sound like shit to you, and it's only your opinion that matters. I do strongly recommend that you look at more guitars than just Taylors, if only for comparison shopping's sake.

briguy945 · Unread post by **briguy945** » Thu Jan 12, 2006 1:10 am

At my local guitar shop they have a fall limited taylor made of solid koa. It's only $1800 as opposed to the $3000 plus you might normally pay. I think it was a 300 series but the details escape me. Needless to say this guitar sounded beautiful. It was impossible to make a bad sound come out of this. Might be something for you to look into.

firedancer015 · Unread post by **firedancer015** » Thu Jan 12, 2006 11:49 am

I was thinking about taylor above other acoustics because yes i saw dave play, but my uncle has one too. He strongly recomended it but the problem was i didnt know that much about them. so i thought what the hell, might as well ask u guys. anyway, right now ive dot a dean preformer and i love it, but over the next year or so i was thinking about buying a taylor. thanks for the info that has been given already

brian_ok · Unread post by **brian_ok** » Thu Jan 12, 2006 3:09 pm

(Sorry if I came off as a dick in my first post.) While Deans are perfectly fine, a Taylor will definetly be a huge step in the right direction. If you can afford one, and feel that the quality would be worth the money, which IMHO it is, then go for it! Let us know when you get whatever you decide on.

EDIT: Also, I think someone already said this, but *please* do yourself a favor and play some other guitars in your price range. Martin and Larrivee are two KICKASS brands with many guitars comparable to Taylor. You may also find a Takamine that you love. Good luck! :thumbsup:

czech · Unread post by **czech** » Fri Jan 13, 2006 10:44 am

bbatsell wrote:Okay, let's cut the bickering. I think it's clear that the reason people were asking why he wanted a Taylor wasn't to ridicule him for just wanting something he saw Dave play (making the big assumption that that's the case), it was to ensure that the OP knows that there are numerous choices out there, and many are more cost-effective than Taylors or Martins.

I asked him because it was obvious he doesn't know the sound differences, cost differences, comparisons, etc....
rather than ridicule I wanted to knwo the selling point for him.

have you played your uncles yet? Do you play in a band or just by yourself?

firedancer015 · Unread post by **firedancer015** » Fri Jan 13, 2006 11:58 am

I have only played my uncles once, but i instantly fell in love. Yeah i do play in a band. I have heard that martins are really sweet too.

czech · Unread post by **czech** » Fri Jan 13, 2006 1:34 pm

firedancer015 wrote:I have only played my uncles once, but i instantly fell in love. Yeah i do play in a band. I have heard that martins are really sweet too.

Good stuff. see, you're already ahead of most people. atleast you've played it. and if it felt right, and was the sound you want, then awesome.

Martins are great, but the general consensus is that hey are better solo, amazing bassy sound, I LOVE martins, but they dont cut through a band as well.

Taylors have an amzing all around sound. they can cut through a band a little more and project very well. I perosnally dont like the feel of the taylors i;ve tried (BTW, Jayme, while i was waiting for you to get off work I strumemd on yours, nice, but just doesnt feel right in my hands) but martins feel like butter.

If you like the taylor feel, you like the sound, you play in a full band, hey, good choice. a lot of peopl are taylor/martin haters because they think you can get a better bang for your buck (which is very true), but just cause a larivee for te same price might sound better, doesnt mean it willl feel better or suite your specific taste better.

play more guitars, look at teh 400 line, enjoy. and if you get a chance play a Koa taylor, they sound like shit.

mlb1399 · Unread post by **mlb1399** » Fri Jan 13, 2006 2:27 pm

I think the best advice anyone could give you is go the guitar store, avoid the salesperson, and sit down for an hour or two and play as many guitars as you can that are in your price range. Limit them down to 2-4 guitars that you really like and then come back another day and play them again and then make your decision.

czech · Unread post by **czech** » Fri Jan 13, 2006 4:52 pm

mlb1399 wrote:I think the best advice anyone could give you is go the guitar store, avoid the salesperson, and sit down for an hour or two and play as many guitars as you can that are in your price range. Limit them down to 2-4 guitars that you really like and then come back another day and play them again and then make your decision.

agreed. and one of the best things someone said here was when you do narrow it down to 2 or 3 guitars, have a friend who plays similar to you play each guitar in a random order with your back to him so you dont know which guitar is which.

When there arent other factors, you might be suprised which you liek most.

Dheibs · Unread post by **Dheibs** » Sat Jan 14, 2006 1:17 am

I own 314ce with an expression system. I like it, but if i were you, i wouldnt by a taylor. they are great guitars, same with martin, but if you want quality, get a Crafter. They are ALL personnally handmade in Korea. they are also cheaper and i almost like the sound better from them. Basically, if i could, i would take my taylor back and trade it in for a Crafter.

(Also, I would suggest a Tacoma, they are VERY outstanding guitars)

Kahn · Unread post by **Kahn** » Sat Jan 14, 2006 11:22 am

czech wrote:if you get a chance play a Koa taylor, they sound like shit.

IvoryZion · Unread post by **IvoryZion** » Sat Jan 14, 2006 12:17 pm

I'm not nearly as expericenced as many people here, so about a month ago when I was shopping for a guitar I took their advice and went to GC(and others) and played some. I touched all of them and I loved the sound of the Taylors. I'm glad I took their advice and played a few since a Taylor isn't cheap and you don't want to be thinking "should I have gotten that Martin" every time you play it.

I knew someone who bought some guitar I'd never heard of... Gretsch or something like that. Nice guitar but smelled like cat piss. My 410ce with Ovangkol back and sides and Sitka Spruce top smells rad. (I'm not gay)

hcole · Unread post by **hcole** » Sat Jan 14, 2006 12:59 pm

IvoryZion wrote:I'm not nearly as expericenced as many people here, so about a month ago when I was shopping for a guitar I took their advice and went to GC(and others) and played some. I touched all of them and I loved the sound of the Taylors. I'm glad I took their advice and played a few since a Taylor isn't cheap and you don't want to be thinking "should I have gotten that Martin" every time you play it.

I knew someone who bought some guitar I'd never heard of... Gretsch or something like that. Nice guitar but smelled like cat piss. My 410ce with Ovangkol back and sides and Sitka Spruce top smells rad. (I'm not gay)

Gretsch makes some sweet electric guitars. I don't know much about their acoustics other than I've never seen one i'd pay for.

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