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Yamaha CG171sf vs. La Patrie Etude??
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tadamori
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Yamaha CG171sf vs. La Patrie Etude??
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I have been researching for a good nylon string guitar that is also affordable. I have narrowed it down to the Yamaha CG171sf and the La Patrie Etude. I was originally going to get the Yamaha, but then while I was researching i found the Etude is cheaper and seemed to rank just as high. Both had reviewers claiming that they outperformed guitars up to the $1000 mark. The problem is... I haven't been able to find either at my local guitar stores to test out though. From what I have gathered... the Yamaha is of very good design and is quite sturdy. The Etude is also of good design and has a very good sound to it. The drawback seems to be that it's top is easily scratched. A difference is that it has a thinner neck with a trusrod in it. So anyhow, Has anyone played both??? If so which would you recommend? I am not really caring about authenticity in construction. I am just thinking in terms of sound and playability. As for my own musical interests, I am an eclectic player getting back into guitar playing. I improvise a lot of rock, jazz, classical styles. listening wise, I like brazilian Jazz a lot like baden powel. I also like Bach and other classical and gypsy flamenco guitar.. Plus I like music like the Beatles, Queen, Muse, Cranberries, 60's, 80's. Any input would be awesome! THanks! - Tad
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Date Jul. 12 2007 5:16:56
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JBASHORUN
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RE: Yamaha CG171sf vs. La Patrie Etude?? (in reply to Estevan)
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Of course it's laminated! Probably just with more cypress - lamination doesn't always mean a variety of woods. It's easy to tell which Yamaha guitars are made with solid wood because they make a point of saying so (on their website catalogue). When it's not solid, they make a point of not saying so. I know the Yamaha is good for the price but it feels and sounds laminated. By the way Bash, how's that guitar you made? Haven't heard anything since it was completed. As I suspected... laminated, but with several layers of Cypress. I just can't see the point in that. I agree though, the yamaha is is ok, but its far from a concert level guitar. My first guitar? Its here right now in its case. I've played it in a bit, sounds ok. But I must contact Pablo Requena and ask his opinion on eliminating a few buzzes. My second one is coming along nicely too... back, front and sides thicknessed and ready. Neck scarf joint completed with head veneer attached. I'm currently working on the slots to attach the neck to the ribs. Yes, this one is being done according to the Santos Hernandos plans, and hopefully it will be an improvement over the last. fingers crossed. Jb
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