MissouriPicker Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 Earlier today I played an Alvarez MFA66ce at GC. Went back and bought it this afternoon. It was "used" for a very short time. They first released them right after Christmas and this one ended-up returned., I really am intrigued with the warm tone. Gave them 450 for it. It's OM size (whatever that means) and is just a little bit smaller than the dreads. Haven't owned an Alvarez for ages. A very nice mid-priced guitar. Looks brand new. Quality is impressive for what I paid. They said this is just below their Yari line. It's not a Gibby, but I wasn't expecting it to be..........Still looking for another Gibson. Always room for one more. If you've got one you're selling, give me a yell. Just as soon buy from one of my brothers/sisters in here than somewhere else. (not interested in any small bodies or Songwriter models)
Jim Wilson Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 I had an Alvarez for a while (never should have sold it). I thought it was very well made. I'll just bet that you enjoy that guitar.
62burst Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 Congrats, MP. Congratulations on keeping an open mind, and an open ear. It will be enjoyable to see where the mahogany sound takes you, as you do a bit of a give and take in learning how it likes to be played, and how your current playing styles sound on the new guitar. What strings do you favor? Any type of strings you thinking of trying on it? Happy NGD to you.
kelly campbell Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 Congratulations on the new member to the family...Have fun, sounds like a great buy.
EuroAussie Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 I do like the all hog models, but smaller bodied. My fave are 0 and 00 Martins. Played a '57 0-15 that was just delicious. Enjoy Larry, they do give another shade the the palatte.
duluthdan Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 Congrats MP. I'm thinking this will make a great couch picker, and songwriting companion.
Doug the Old Geezer Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 I have had an Alvarez 12 string for 12 years Model AD60/12. Love the sound of that thing and the way it plays. Have fun with your 6 string .
MissouriPicker Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 Yeah guys, this is a nice guitar. Just the right size to keep near my recliner. Don't know if the original owner had it set-up or if it came this way, but quite playable and a fast neck (not that it matters to my technique). It never hurts to take a look at "used" guitars.
Priority Four Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 A buddy of mine bought an all hog Taylor last year. 526 I think. It's not a guitar I'd like for most songs, but it's pretty. Sounds kind of flat.
MissouriPicker Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 I'll get some pics of it and put them on photobucket. I'll give the link here when I get it done. The strings on it feel like lights. Really decent playability, so even mediums would likely feel fine, although heavier than what I play. I'll change the strings in a few days. Probably put some silk and steel strings on it. I'm not in to bluegrass volume and definitely don't play at that speed...lol...A soft sound will work fine for me.
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