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GypsyRoad -> Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 2 2010 15:55:47)

First off, this is my first post in this forum, so Hi!

Now down to bidness, I'm a 4 month old flamenco student, I've played for nearly 20 years now and I'm making good strides with my music. I lack the experience or a teacher (learning from listening) to help me avoid mistakes when looking for a Flamenco Guitar.
What I'm thinking is the Rodriguez FF or the Alhambra 7FC, I am slightly leaning towards the Rodriguez because I have a friend at a guitar store that deals with them so I could get a bit of a discount.

However, I guess what I'm wanting to know are string suggestions, brands, high tension or low, bridge materials, nut materials and What the difference in sound is between laminated sycamore and real cypress, in Indiana I can't find a flamenco guitar to save my life to compare tones, playability or sound, of say a Nato neck (yamaha) or a Mahogany neck (Alhambra)

Common sense applies of course, I know a second rate wood will sound second rate, I just don't know about the intermediate woods and manufacturers. Which is what I'm looking to get.

I appreciate the help guys!



KMMI77 -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 3 2010 1:04:08)

You may find the "how to choose a flamenco guitar" series on you tube beneficial.[8|][8D]



Graham_B -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 3 2010 2:35:34)

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You may find the "how to choose a flamenco guitar" series on you tube beneficial.


Hi and welcome GypsyRoad

Be very careful following the above advice.
Mr(Prof?) Diaz's advice on YouTube is skewed very much toward the Andalusian guitar brand and is certainly,in my opinion, less than impartial. I'm sure you will make up your own mind.

Search this site (Advanced Search at the top of the page) for several entertaining threads about the rather interesting marketing techniques employed by Mr Diaz.

Again search the site for answers to your questions as this is a very frequent request.

Good luck[:)]



trudgiano -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 3 2010 4:17:36)

Hi GypsyRoad. I bought a Manuel Rodriguez FF about a month and a half ago and am delighted with it, but I'd give you the same advice other forum members gave me when I asked them for advice at the time: try out as many guitars as you can and get the one that appeals to you personally.

I tried out a few others including an Alhambra 10F and a Sanchis-Lopez 2F-05. None of them grabbed me like the FF, but what you are looking for may be different.

You will be the one playing the guitar day in day out, so go for something that makes you smile rather that just plumping for the guitar with the best pedigree.



GypsyRoad -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 3 2010 18:36:10)

Thanks for the input guys, I appreciate it. The hard part is actually FINDING a flamenco guitar for me, I'm stuck in Indiana right now and let's just say it's not a hotbed of Flamenco activity...

However, when I get back home to Texas that oughta change.

What I'm wanting in a Flamenco is a bit above beginner sound and playability, something I can grow with. As I am not a professional musician I don't feel the need to invest more than 3,000 dollars, more like half that to 2,000. I want quality, and a guitar I can grow with. Also, one that won't make my descendants go 'Uhhh yuck' would be nice too.

I'm not knowledgable about Flamenco guitar builders, or the reasons for laminated sycamore on the sides vs cypress or cedar. I'd like to learn though.
Thanks again!



ddk -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 4 2010 11:31:42)

Dear GR,

You might want to contact our amigo Tom @ Lafalseta.com. He is in Denton, Texas and very knowledgeable. I'm sure he could give you great advice, whatever your budget!
[:)]



Andy Culpepper -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 4 2010 12:17:59)

http://www.foroflamenco.com/tm.asp?m=127577&p=1&tmode=1&smode=1



GypsyRoad -> RE: Got some questions about what to look for (Mar. 4 2010 18:29:51)

Thanks for the offers and input guys!



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