I dunno, man. I’d prefer a top like that in a PS in that finish. It’s so classy and classic!
It really speaks to me and makes me want to pick it up play.
That’s the same finish as my Tonare, btw; Smokey Blonde.
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I dunno, man. I’d prefer a top like that in a PS in that finish. It’s so classy and classic!
It really speaks to me and makes me want to pick it up play.
That’s the same finish as my Tonare, btw; Smokey Blonde.
11top
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To each his own. I like deep, well-defined striations; that kind of figure just speaks to me. Like I said; It’s a pretty guitar, but to me that top is a nice 10 top, not deserving of PS grade.
By the way, the “finish” is fine. I‘M referring to the “figure” grade of lumber.
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Yup, I know that’s what you were saying. I like the wood, it’s more traditional. Not saying you’re wrong, just what I like.
PS - not that I don’t also love the deep grain, tight curl, etc., because that’s great, too. Some of each is a good balance!
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Guys, I keep having thoughts of selling a bunch of guitars and trying to make this happen.
Like, I could lose a Santana, my spruce HB, my KL, and a couple other things.... thinking that between my West St., this, and my 93 CE... what else could I want? And could like, this be a rebirth to owning just the best of the best?
Not crazy about the color, or the maple neck but, that’s without seeing or playing it. The thought of a hollowbody Santana with a wiggle stick is just... just...exactly what I think I really need in life.
That’s crazy talk, right?
Like, I could lose a Santana, my spruce HB, my KL, and a couple other things.... thinking that between my West St., this, and my 93 CE... what else could I want? And could like, this be a rebirth to owning just the best of the best?
Not crazy about the color, or the maple neck but, that’s without seeing or playing it. The thought of a hollowbody Santana with a wiggle stick is just... just...exactly what I think I really need in life.
That’s crazy talk, right?
I’d rather have a few great things than a bunch of good things. So I’d do it.
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I'm just glad to see you're still alive! I thought you might stroke out after seeing that one! WOWSER!
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This has become my guitar philosophy. It's tough sometimes because guitars are fun, but I really get the most out of myself by playing the top few favorites.
I wonder what the actual construction is, though. Semi-hollow with a center block, or is it actually hollowed out in a U shape around the pickups and bridge...
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Me too. The arching on the top looks more similar to a HB than a semi... but then there’s the trem which I assume requires some substantial reinforcement.
I dunno, it haunts me.
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I’m gonna say do it! Quality over quantity
Quality of enjoyment that is!
Quality of enjoyment that is!
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There has to be a pretty small market for hollowbody Santana’s. I’m sure there’s gotta be wiggle room in that price, especially as 11top pointed out, it’s not a total stunner wood wise.
Alnus Rubra
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Get “wigglin’ “ brother!
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I have to psych myself up to the thought of selling guitars first. I am not a fan of that.
Alnus Rubra
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I’m with you there! However think of the end result, if you really want it will be worth it.
veinbuster
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No.
Bad idea.
It will make you sad and you have a hard enough time sleeping already.
The guitar is lust worthy though.
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I say, do it! Well, just cuz I wanna play it, and touch it, and hug it. and pat it on the head, and call it George.
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My mantra...guitar collecting is cyclical...I'll get 3 nice pieces used, then see the "Holy crap, gotta have it" piece, and trade/sell the first 3...do it, Serg, with your love of the Santanas...
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The only that’s “crap, gotta have it” about it is the hollowness. I guess I just think it’d be cheaper than ordering a PS?
I don’t think I’d have much of a collectionleft when I’d be done purging for this one.
bodia
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If you had it, would you really need much of a collection?
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I don't know, man. This is the largest amount of guitars I've ever had, and if I'm honest, I really f@ckin' like it. They kinda prop up my dead heart with shallow materialism more than I thought they could.
