theflyingturtle Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 Had assumed that since I got here Buc=Hummingbird so this caught me by surprise. But I have always appreciated rational thinkers and I applaud anyone willing to "move on" from a beloved instrument when presented with something better. I also admire those that seek out what works for themselves and follows through. I could be better at that. I have been staring at a Guild 12 string in my practice room for 3-4 years and I don't play it much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 I have a feeling that one day I'll buy a Taylor and wonder why I took so long to take one home. I really like that big, bright but detailed tone they have. A Taylor would never take the place of my Gibsons, but one day it would be a nice addition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 I have badmouthed Taylor guitars from time to time here on the forum, mostly because my left hand and Taylor necks are mutually exclusive. Simply stated, it's hard to enjoy a guitar that causes pain when played. I do believe, however, that maple Taylors sound really good. Still won't be inclined to purchase, though😒 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Very Nice Buc! I love it..I am a fan of Taylors I own three, 324SEB , GsMini Koa and a 114. I really like the way they play. Congrats..enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKing777 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 I saw a guitar test of the model like Buc's, so for the ones that are wondering what it sounds like: (I saw this older non cutaway model Taylor 615 at TFOA, where I often compare onliners because they usually lay the same tune/riffs:) BluesKing777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKing777 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 I did by a Martin Performing Artist series OM and the electronics on it are second to none. If you get bored with the Taylor, check one out. Second that, Dave! Too late as Buc has splashed the cash already, but I have the Martin D18E Retro model, invented after Dave's PA Martin, and which could be one of the best live sounds you ever heard! They have updated some with soundhole controls and an extra adjustable bit on the bridge to pickup some 'air' and the sound of the guitar top. But my D18E retro has the 'sound of a the guitar recorded in a top studio!' That's the blurb and they are great Martin guitars as well - though I wouldn't buy the one in the video with the runout! : Another tester: BluesKing777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Lets give Buc time to see how adapts to the Taylor, we know he can be quite ruthless if the guitar doesnt deliver over time (aka poor Dove ..) With Taylors, they always seem to sound and feel rather good at beginning, but after a short while I always felt they lagged depth and character. Lets see what Buc's ears tell him a month in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKing777 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Lets give Buc time to see how adapts to the Taylor, we know he can be quite ruthless if the guitar doesnt deliver over time (aka poor Dove ..) With Taylors, they always seem to sound and feel rather good at beginning, but after a short while I always felt they lapped depth and character. Lets see what Buc's ears tell him a month in. That's the problem I have when trying a guitar out somewhere - I can't really tell what it will be like after playing for a few minutes with people hovering around at a shop. A couple of weeks......different story. But I know if I like it straight away, even if I don't know why. BluesKing777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 That is just beautiful! I like Taylors, at one time I had two, when I got my J200, I sold one off to my bro in-law still have the 2005 GS and I'd buy another in a heartbeat. Enjoy the playing Buc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Congrats on the newly acquired guitar! Enjoy! QM aka Jazzman Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buc McMaster Posted July 24, 2017 Author Share Posted July 24, 2017 You have now been demoted to Buc Apprentice. That was good, woof! Ha! First reports: the s.o.b. is heavy! To be expected, I suppose.......big body, onboard active system, overkill machine heads and the fact that I'm used to the weight of the J-45. Not a deal breaker, no, but not a guitar I'd want to wear for a full night of musical shenanigans. Plays very, very well.......good action from top to bottom. Not overly loud acoustically despite the jumbo body, much like a J-200......gentle giant. Did last nights' open mic with the J-45 as I'm not yet "in the groove" with the 615. There was a guy there that runs a local studio of some renown that was really taken with my tune, Lucky Stars........called it "masterful poetry". Sheesh. Anyway, he wants to record the tune with some local heavyweights and shop it to his industry contacts. Yeah.....well.....I've been around long enough to have heard such things before. He's to call when he has things arranged for a session.........I won't be holding my breath. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindboygrunt Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Masterful poetry ! Feather in the cap buc , or 20 gallon hat Texans don't wear caps do they Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 I forgot to mention my absolute favourite Taylor, the 555 12er. I missed out on a secondhand one that was an absolute steal a couple of years ago, wonderful sounding thing that was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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