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Title: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: CreaseyBear on October 11, 2016, 02:26:23 PM

Hi from the UK

I've been playing for a couple of years when I finally decided  to buy a "nice" guitar. I went down the Martin route mainly due to people telling me that Taylor's were too "bright" and "you can't beat that Martin sound yada yada..." 

I can't say I ever bonded with the Martin so I recently took an ex demonstration 812ce (2014 model) on trial. Absolutely gorgeous - warm and balanced and very easy to play. I think I liked it more than the Collings OM1 I played recently.

Anyway it was a bit too scuffed up for the money the dealer was requesting so with a heavy heart I sent it back.

I'm now on the look out for a new grand concert Taylor (with the new bracing etc..) but less expensive than the 800 series. Just thought I'd introduce myself.

Regards

Title: Re: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: TaylorGirl on October 11, 2016, 03:08:55 PM

Welcome CB. A lot of the joy of Taylors, is in the search. You'll find "the one" before you know it. Glad you joined us here, there's a lot of knowledge, if you have questions.

Title: Re: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: NavyChap on October 11, 2016, 05:33:44 PM

Welcome, CreasyBear!!!

Title: Re: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: Strumming Fool on October 11, 2016, 08:04:23 PM

Welcome CreasyBear!

Let us know how we can assist you in your search for your dream guitar.

Title: Re: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: mgap on October 12, 2016, 10:05:06 AM

Welcome CreaseyBear.  Good luck finding the right one.  I hope we can help you with the right information.

Title: Re: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: jrporter on October 22, 2016, 11:25:25 AM

I'd recommend something in the 322 line. The hog top positions these guitars between Taylor highs and Martin lows, and the price should be in your range...

Title: Re: New member and Taylor convert
Post by: Kaplum on October 22, 2016, 03:07:34 PM

I'd like to recommend the 322. I have the Mahogany on Sapele, and my wife has the Mahogany on Blackwood, both the SEB. Comfortable sitting down, roomy neck, full but tight sound. I have to admit, I like the sound of my wife's better than mine...