Hydra26 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Well, I'm new to steel string acoustics, but I just got mine today and she's a keeper. Just out of curiosity anyone with a Dove, is the binding supposed to cover the fret ends like on a LP? Mine doesn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powerpopper Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 If you are new to steel string acoustics, as Radney Foster would say, this is "a real fine place to start"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honky Dog Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 <Drool> Oh, so nice. As said aboe, a fine place to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayla Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Can practically hear it cooing through the screen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydra26 Posted March 16, 2009 Author Share Posted March 16, 2009 Thanks guys. It's pretty far beyond my ability level and not the kind of thing I can buy often, but I'm never going to musically outgrow it, I think. I decided to splurge on something that was gonna last me a long time. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Oh my word, that is exquisite! Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoss Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 I'm not a dove guy, or a hummingbird guy--don't like those square shoulder guitars. But.....THAT is Beautiful!!! =D> =D> =D> =D> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rscott4079 Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Thanks guys. It's pretty far beyond my ability level and not the kind of thing I can buy often' date=' but I'm never going to musically outgrow it, I think. I decided to splurge on something that was gonna last me a long time. [/quote'] I always recommend that people do exactly that - buy above their level and buy something they like. That gives you the motivation to play. And practicing on a good guitar is a lot easier and more fun than practicing on a bad one. It's also why I recommend against purchasing Estebans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLiveSoundGuy Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 I'm not a dove guy' date=' or a hummingbird guy--don't like those square shoulder guitars.[/size'] But.....THAT is Beautiful!!! =D> =D> =D> I am a Dove guy.... And a Hummingbird guy... So I would be proud to own her. When your done with her that is. She's real purty. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imcdn Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 That is one beautiful guitar, enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 to put your mind at ease, none of the Modern Classic range have bound fret-ends. That went out with the HCs from a few years ago...my SJ200 has it, but it's an '03. Be glad, it makes them a biznotch to refret. You have some beautiful silking in the grain of the top on your Dove, it's freakin' edible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 By the way, I see you're in NY...did you pick up that beauty from Rudy's on the island by any chance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor Player Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Beautiful Dove!!! I have a fondness for them even though I am more of a slope shoulder guy. An older friend of mine has one from the early 60's that he plays all the time. It has been smashed over his head by his ex-wife, repaired on the cheap in Mexico by his buddies, has action that could make your fingers hurt just looking at it, seen countless nights at a bar on the Canadian Border town of International Falls, MN and I am sure has stories buried in it's tone that should not be told in front of small children or those easily offended.... If your lucky, here is what your's should look like after about 40+ years of hard living.... Even with the cheese slicer action, it still sounds heavenly! This is me playing it after I let him play my 2005 AJ and he refused to give it back. I was perfectly happy playing his Dove for most of the night. (My AJ was way eaiser on his old fingers I guess... ;) ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajsc Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 I always recommend that people do exactly that - buy above their level and buy something they like. That gives you the motivation to play. And practicing on a good guitar is a lot easier and more fun than practicing on a bad one. It's also why I recommend against purchasing Estebans. I'll 2nd that. I think your guitar should always be better than you. It makes you play better!! If my guitar was on my playing level, I would own an Esteban!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedmac Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 Congrats and it looks great. I'd ask if I can stop by and play it, but I know I'd be the one who bangs it against the coffee table and you dont need that. It looks new but whats the build date? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 TP, that's a lovely tale about your friend's '60s Dove. I wish I could play it, it looks like it'd have mojo and vibe to the gills! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLiveSoundGuy Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 {snip}An older friend of mine has one from the early 60's that he plays all the time. It has been smashed over his head by his ex-wife' date=' repaired on the cheap in Mexico by his buddies, has action that could make your fingers hurt just looking at it, seen countless nights at a bar on the Canadian Border town of International Falls, MN and I am sure has stories buried in it's tone that should not be told in front of small children or those easily offended.... [i']{snip}[/i] That may very well be the most visual description I have ever heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydra26 Posted March 17, 2009 Author Share Posted March 17, 2009 WOW, lotta replies :- Jinder, thanks for the info, it does set my mind at ease. I got used to the binding a certain way on ym LP and a couple of my explorers so I had to do a double take and everything else seemed legit although you never know these days with all the fakes. Noone stocks this kinda stuff where I live in upstate so I snagged actually the last one at AMS. I've had great luck so far the few times I've had to order online. They're usually in better shape than one off a shelf around here and they come with the right paperwork. Build date is 274 (too tired to work that out right now) in 08. It sure is delightful to play. Is mine gonna turn red in 40 years? Cos I don't like red finish on guitars. (just kidding, haha.) I didn't know there was a term for the way the light plays on the top finish, thanks for adding to my vocabulary! The flame is pretty pronounced from some angles on the back too. I fully intend to grow old with this guitar (and some of my electrics). Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fezo Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 That is sweet. I agree with the above your level even though I went years the opposite way - not of my own choosing... When I was 13 and just learning a guy that played in a bar/restaurant that my dad owned came over a few times and showed us stuff. He had a Dove and a big old Gibson 12 (maybe a B-45 - it was huge) that he let us play when he was around. got us hooked in a hurry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 She's a beauty..... Murph. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suburude63 Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Very very nice!!!! suburude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt the Cat Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Now i want a Dove even more........ So nice, enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanishoaknc Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Enjoy / She will last you for years and you will grow with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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