njm921 Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Hey everyone-i am new to forum and need some of your wisdom-i am about to buy a 335(thinking cheery red) tomorrow-what is the difference between figured vs plain body and is it worth the extra cost-i am the type who likes to buy and keep my guitars(currently at 8)so i want to get a guitar that i will be happy with for a long time-thanks for your help!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versatile Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Hi n, welcome to the forums Nice guitars the 335's I have plain and figured versions There may be a slight difference tonewise due to wood grain structure but I wouldn't be able to tell the difference I like the plain probably better because it is to me a more natural finish The figured generally looks a million dollars So it's down to aesthetics V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Bb Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 The guitar I ended up choosing is figured (vintage burst). However, I had an open mind when looking for my 335 as the main priority was playability, tone and build quality. Colour and looks were secondary to that and I'd have been just as happy if my guitar had ended up being a plain top. But having said that, I really like the natural finish with a figured top from an aesthetic point of view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hall Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 As, The Captain. I find the guitar that fits first and foremost, but interestingly enough all of my 335s (but the ebony) are figured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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