Vela vs Core Playability

[Ooberific]

I'm thinking about getting a vela but there's no where around me that sells them. I know of course the cores play perfectly but I'm wondering how the vela compares to them if they're as good or not.

 

[Screamingdaisy]

Mine plays just like my core. Only difference is the amount of layback on the neck.

The Cores are carved top and have a bit more neck angle (like a Les Paul). The Vela is a flat top and has less neck angle (not as straight as a Fender, but not as laid back as a Les Paul).

 

[Whitecat]

There is also a significant difference in feel between the Vela Satin Limiteds and the regular production Velas... I prefer the former, they are soft to the touch (and do mark a little easier as a result, but it's silky to play...)

 

[shinksma]

All of my PRSi play exceptionally well.

My RL SH Vela plays just as well as any core model I have. Yeah, they guitars might feel different, but that is because they are different guitars: single cuts vs CU24 style vs Santana vs Vela, etc. But all high-quality feel.

 

[grausch]

There is also a significant difference in feel between the Vela Satin Limiteds and the regular production Velas... I prefer the former, they are soft to the touch (and do mark a little easier as a result, but it's silky to play...)

Agree with this. My satin standard 24 feels much smoother to play than my higher specced core.

 

[bodia]

Satin......YUMMY!