Larrivee ( and other brands for that matter) Praising Post

srslots81 · Unread post by **srslots81** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 8:06 pm

so every larrivee i have played i really like the feel, but not the overall sound, but i think the main reason i havent liked them is that i HATE elixer strings, and they have all had them. I guess this is mainly going to Kahn, but does changing to normal strings make a major difference, i am assuming it does as it does with all other guitars.

I just got an HD-28V but ive got to return it, i cant afford this shit, and i was stupid for thinking i can. I want a high quality guitar, as i feel i am a quality player, but i cant justify spending north of $2000. this was over $2200.

I want a BIG sound. Im 99% sure i want a Dread. I want nice trebles. I dont want the bass to overwelm the treble, nor be weak or pussy-esque. I want the perfect guitar for under $1800. I also want a guitar that will stick with me for many years.

Tell me opinions people. And for the record, i know my shit about Taylors and Martins, so no need to go on about them. I want to know about 'other' brands.

Andre_GT7 · Unread post by **Andre_GT7** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 8:19 pm

My friend has a Larivee with Martin Strings...sounds awesome

Tranman66 · Unread post by **Tranman66** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 8:33 pm

takamine and alvarez can do good in that price range

xan. · Unread post by **xan.** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 9:57 pm

srslots81 wrote:so every larrivee i have played i really like the feel, but not the overall sound, but i think the main reason i havent liked them is that i HATE elixer strings, and they have all had them. I guess this is mainly going to Kahn, but does changing to normal strings make a major difference, i am assuming it does as it does with all other guitars.

I just got an HD-28V but ive got to return it, i cant afford this shit, and i was stupid for thinking i can. I want a high quality guitar, as i feel i am a quality player, but i cant justify spending north of $2000. this was over $2200.

I want a BIG sound. Im 99% sure i want a Dread. I want nice trebles. I dont want the bass to overwelm the treble, nor be weak or pussy-esque. I want the perfect guitar for under $1800. I also want a guitar that will stick with me for many years.

Tell me opinions people. And for the record, i know my shit about Taylors and Martins, so no need to go on about them. I want to know about 'other' brands.

Sorry to here your going to return your HD-28V. From what i heard in the music store, you are definately a great guitarist. i personally think you should keep it, no matter what it costs. thats unless you are not completely happy with it but i think someone that can play like you deserves a HD-28V. i just got a 614ce, i worked hard as hell to save up for it. ive only been playing for about a year when i bought it but to me its worth the price becuase i love it and play it everyday for hours and i know it will last forever. this is just my opinion, i hope you find one.

QuattroDore · Unread post by **QuattroDore** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 10:04 pm

I'm in love with my Larrivee OM-3.

srslots81 · Unread post by **srslots81** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 10:10 pm

well the thing is im not 100% in love with it. I think i want something a little more balanced. Im not sure what im going to do. regardless i am sending this specific one back. I dont like the top on it, there are bear claw markigns in odd spots, which i dont like at all. With premium woods, this model should not have this. so i was going to exchange, but i think im just going to return

it just doesnt feel right now that ive gotten to REALLy play it.

Coldchillin · Unread post by **Coldchillin** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 10:31 pm

Takamine. Go play them. Buy it. Sorry this wasn't in depth, but you'll notice when you play it. Great high and low mix.

Kahn · Unread post by **Kahn** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 10:56 pm

Andre_GT7 wrote:My friend has a Larivee with Martin Strings...sounds awesome

I put Martin's on my Larri once. I was EXTREMLY happy with the tone.

Coldchillin · Unread post by **Coldchillin** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 11:04 pm

KahnTheRevelator wrote:
Andre_GT7 wrote:My friend has a Larivee with Martin Strings...sounds awesome
I put Martin's on my Larri once. I was EXTREMLY happy with the tone.

I still don't see how elixirs could sound THAT bad on a Larrivee

srslots81 · Unread post by **srslots81** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 11:06 pm

i just dont like elixers in general. too ringy for me, and very slippery

Coldchillin · Unread post by **Coldchillin** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 11:09 pm

I use them quite a bit just cause I hate changing strings too often. D'Addario are my second choice. I LOVE LOVE LOVE martin strings to be honest, but they wear out in less than a week for me...

hcole · Unread post by **hcole** » Thu Aug 25, 2005 11:55 pm

I'm not a big fan of elixers either. I use D'addario phosphor bronze on my Larrivees and love them.

GSR · Unread post by **GSR** » Fri Aug 26, 2005 1:08 am

srslots81 wrote:I want the perfect guitar for under $1800.

Well don't we all?

srslots81 · Unread post by **srslots81** » Fri Aug 26, 2005 9:01 am

Trippin Hillbilly · Unread post by **Trippin Hillbilly** » Fri Aug 26, 2005 9:54 am

I think you might have a hard time finding a guitar more balanced than a HD28v. Are you sure it's just not that particular guitar? I mean martin are pretty consistent but you never know. Have you tried others?

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