I have a Guild D-240e. I like the guitar and for no particular reason I like the arched back. I have a Taylor GS Mini as well and it too has an arched back. A fellow who wanted to talk about them the other day said that to arch the back like that they have to use laminates and I'm not sure what that has to do with it but he was pretty clear that it meant something to him. People have asked me why I have arched backs on both my guitars and my only answer is because they came with it, but I'm sure there is more to it. So that is why I'm posting the thread. Two questions, why are they iconic and what do they do for me?
I'm new here, so I might just say I'm glad I found you all. I'm in the Midwest and I'm into Old Time Music and Bluegrass. I'm a flatpicker and play in the Carter style. I also enjoy standing on the corner at farmers markets and street festivals sharing my music with anyone who will listen. Yes, I have even stood on the corner in Winslow, AZ, but just long enough to get my picture taken.
I'm new here, so I might just say I'm glad I found you all. I'm in the Midwest and I'm into Old Time Music and Bluegrass. I'm a flatpicker and play in the Carter style. I also enjoy standing on the corner at farmers markets and street festivals sharing my music with anyone who will listen. Yes, I have even stood on the corner in Winslow, AZ, but just long enough to get my picture taken.