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[jazzmang]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

I can only really answer the first question, as I don't believe I have any weird transitional guitars in my stable (as far as I know, anyways).

I have 2 D-55s, an F-50R and JF-100, and 2 DV-72s. These 3 sets are of course very similar, but there are differences in the way each one feels and sounds. Especially b/c I bought most of these used, they have different levels of wear and tear, etc...

They're all a little different in small ways, but you end up loving them all for different reasons. I hope that helps!

 

[hansmoust]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

I really love my old Westerly F112. S The body was made in '75, the guitar was finished in '76.

The '69 F112 that I am interested in is also transitional. The operation was moving to Westerly and it was probably one of the last built in the old plant. I am sure that the Westerly and Hoboken guitars will share many of the same qualities and playing either of them will be very similar experiences. At the same time, I am really curious about the differences. It would not surprise me if they felt exactly the same on my lap, but had personalities and idiosyncrasies that made them completely different individuals. It might be like dating twins.

Hello littlesongs,

Don't want to disturb your 'dating twins' fantasy but one of the two will look a little more 'chubby' ( or the other one a little more 'annorexic' ...........whichever description you prefer), since they have completely different body shapes. The '69 has the 'Martin-like' 000-shape whereas the '76 model is almost a 'small jumbo'.

I would think having one of each would not be a bad idea at all!

Sincerely,

Hans Moust
http://www.guitarsgalore.nl

 

[BluesDan]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

Enabling another Guild addict....good work guys! :lol:

Seriously, congrats on your new to you 112 LittleSongs, enjoy!

 

[killdeer43]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

Littlesongs,

Thanks for the reminder; i.e., I have nothing but fond memories of dating twins. :wink:

Now, what were we talking about again? Did I just veer?
Joe

 

[Ian]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

Littlesongs,

Thanks for the reminder; i.e., I have nothing but fond memories of dating twins. :wink:

Now, what were we talking about again? Did I just veer?
Joe

Ah, but did you know you were dating twins, or was it just 2 sisters dating the same guy at the same time ? Or was it that you were dating the 2 girls at the same time, together ? ( In which case I want photo's !!)

 

[killdeer43]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

Joe, is that you on the left? Just kidding. :lol:

No, but the guy on the right borrowed my hat!

Joe

 

[killdeer43]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

Ah, but did you know you were dating twins, or was it just 2 sisters dating the same guy at the same time ? Or was it that you were dating the 2 girls at the same time, together ? ( In which case I want photo's !!)

Now that's downright confusing. But I did date one girl who pretended to BE twins....and she was upset when it appeared to be OK with me that I was enjoying her "sister!" Go figure. :roll:

Joe

 

[killdeer43]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

I am coming out of my usual lurk and learn mode to ask a couple of questions and get your opinions.

First, I have noticed a few folks around here have more than one of the same model in their stable. It is certainly not unusual in the world of electric guitars, but it does seem out of the ordinary with acoustics. I understand the concept of having a variety of flavors, tonewoods or styles covered by a wide range of different guitars. I also know how difficult it is to justify more than one of something to a significant other. Still, does anyone else like to have a pair or more of the same acoustic guitar around.

I really love my old Westerly F112. Since I found it, I have spent more time with it than any other instrument I own. It sounds fantastic to my ears. The neck fits my hand like a lover's warm arm and I can play without fatigue for hours. The idea that I could have a pair tuned up and ready to go at home, in my humble studio or at a gig seems like a good one. So, I have my eyes on D-Rock's Hoboken F112. Of course, no two Guilds are exactly alike. That is

Songs,
Sorry to get carried away with musings about dating twins, but some veers are too good to pass up! :wink:

As to your first question about pairs of GUITARS, I can offer that in the late 70s, I had two D35s that were remarkably similar in many repects, like look, feel, sound, etc. -- so much so that I could hardly tell the '76 from the '78. And it was a joy to have the two always close at hand. When it came down to getting rid of one in the mid-80s, it was painful because I had grown attatched to 'the twins' and hated to see one go. The '78 won out but I still 'miss' the '76 because I was practically destitute when I got it and we 'shared' some special time together.

I'm just a classic example of GAS reaching into other parts of the psyche. And there's no known cure, so I/we continue to suffer.

Back on track, perhaps?

Joe

 

[killdeer43]

Re: Pairs & Transitions

David,

I, too, have "watchmaker's hands" so I can relate to the feel of the neck and that's one thing about Guilds that's made me a big fan over the years. It's a consistent feel that lets you know you're home.
There's a lot to the idea of "muscle memory" and the ergonomics of any 'tool' often determines how well you utilize that particular 'tool.' In my shop for instance, I recently replaced a router that I had for almost 30 years. The new one, while a beast of a router, just doesn't have the feel of the old one. I searched high and low for one like my old standard, to no avail. Pardon the old cliche', but like the older Guilds, they just don't make 'em like that anymore.

There's also something about the necks on Guild 12 strings that feels good in this "watchmaker's hands."

Cheers,
Joe