Kong Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 I'm looking at a used hummingbird for $285 with a wolfpack hard case. The seller says guitar is 2 months old and the pics look good. here's a link with pics http:// http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/1044232831.html I tried one at my local music store and I thought it sounded amazing, but I know acoustics differ from one to the next. Of course I'll play it before I buy. What do the experts think. I looked up the case and they go for about $100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stone1281734000 Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Sounds like a nice deal if it's a good Hummingbird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexygibson Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Looks like a great deal to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtufguy Posted February 21, 2009 Share Posted February 21, 2009 Looks good. If it is legit and it plays well...Go for it ! Keep us posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kong Posted February 22, 2009 Author Share Posted February 22, 2009 I bought the hummingbird today. It's in nice shape and plays beautifully. It also came with a really nice wolfpack case. The case feels like a hardshell, but has soft sides and lots of pockets. It also has a hydrometer in it. Got the guitar and case for $285 and I'm pretty happy with this deal. Here are some pics. HNGD to me!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Svet Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 sweet looking guitar Kong! Enjoy! That case is similar to the ones the Masterbilts used to come in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stone1281734000 Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Beautiful! Congrats! As it plays and sounds good, you got a great deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianh Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Nice find Kong, I'm jealous. With the Wolfpack case that's a ~$400 package. Craiglist is amazing when things work out. It's a good thing you didn't wait much longer, I already had my car keys in my hand.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexygibson Posted February 22, 2009 Share Posted February 22, 2009 Big congrats on a great deal ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kong Posted February 22, 2009 Author Share Posted February 22, 2009 Nice find Kong' date=' I'm jealous. With the Wolfpack case that's a ~$400 package. Craiglist is amazing when things work out. It's a good thing you didn't wait much longer, I already had my car keys in my hand....[/quote'] Thanks, Brian Last week I was looking at one that was way out in Suffolk, LI. 5 - 6 hour round trip was too much for me!! Would have blown my savings on gas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LHC- Jr. Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Congratulations, that's a beauty, and you got a great deal. Enjoy!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YerDugliness Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Great deal, great guitar, CONGRATS!! I've got some pretty high $$ gear, still have a case of GAS for a Hummingbird. I fancy a natural finish one, you don't see many of those. I take my SO to GC with me, we usually spend at least half an hour in the humidity controlled room just trying out guits. She always asks for the Hummingbird, likes the sweet sound. To get a 'bird with that case for that $$, that's a dream deal !! Dugly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine2002 Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Awesome deal and really nice looking guitar! How does it sound? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kong Posted February 23, 2009 Author Share Posted February 23, 2009 Awesome deal and really nice looking guitar! How does it sound? I'm no expert on acoustic guitars, but I'm really loving the sound. There's a nice collection of acoustics at my local music store and I've tried quite a few. I can honestly say I like the hummingbird the best by far out of guitars in this range. My girlfriend came down with me to hear some acoustics and she liked the 'bird best too. It seems to be a great fit with my playing style and abilities. I felt many of the other guitars sounded kind of thin even on more expensive brands and models. This thing projects nicely and I really like the tone. The action is nice and low the way I like it. I may have to have it set up though, getting some buzz on the low e string when I strum too hard. I'm also excited because most of the comments that I hear are that these things get better with age. I also really like the finish and the binding. There are a few slightly rough edges on the binding on the back of the guitar but overall quality seems slightly better than I would expect for the price I paid. Thanks for all the nice comments guys and gals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGuitarPlayer Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Congrats to you on a new Bird!. It looks like we got a few new Bird owners this week. You got a great deal on both guitar and case! :- I was lucky to get mine already setup and upgraded with a tusq nut and saddle. It sounds and plays wonderfully. It suits my style of hamfisted strumming and picking perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt the Cat Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Congrats to you on a new Bird!. It looks like we got a few new Bird owners this week.You got a great deal on both guitar and case! I was lucky to get mine already setup and upgraded with a tusq nut and saddle. It sounds and plays wonderfully. It suits my style of hamfisted strumming and picking perfectly. Hey my fists are made of ham too! Hummingbirds rule :D/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtufguy Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Looks like you did well my friend. NOW get to playin' that thing ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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