D'Aquisto Jazz Line Jr.

**bluewaterpig** · 10-12-2013, 12:07 AM

I'm in the market for a thinner body archtop. I guess you could say the "Byrdland style" is what I'm after.

The D'Aquisto Jazz Line Jr. has really intrigued me. My only issue is that they're only available from a few online dealers, one being D'Aquisto through Amazon (seems weird to me) so I can't try any in person.

Has as anybody played or owned one? Any feedback is appreciated.

**50Hz** · 10-12-2013, 10:34 AM

If I could help you I would but these things are out of my range. You might start by searching through the forums.

**jasaco** · 10-12-2013, 10:43 AM

50Hz, that link seems to go nowhere...

**ah.clem** · 10-12-2013, 12:32 PM

I *think* Aria is building/importing that line (they might be being built by Peerless in Korea, but it's a good chance I'm mis-remembering that). In any case, for that much money I would contact Aria and ask for a shop near you that has one to try out. Even if it means a road trip it may be worth it. 4K is a lot to drop, sight unseen. Just my opinion.

**50Hz** · 10-12-2013, 01:22 PM

Oops,

It was just the search results for "d'aquisto jazz line" because it appears that they have been discussed on the forum before.

**Woody Sound** · 10-12-2013, 11:19 PM

These come up often on ebay. It's worth a chance to try one at the used price. If you don't like it, you can sell it back at roughly the same price.

**AmundLauritzen** · 10-13-2013, 12:05 AM

I own a Jazz Line guitar.
I play it in several videos on my channel, you can check that out to get an idea of the sound:
http://www.youtube.com/user/AmundLauritzen
Of course, YMMV depending on amp, pick and how you play.

I like it. It's VERY easy to play. I'm not good on technical guitar lingo, but I believe the scale length is short because there is less distance from fret to fret. The neck is also thin and narrow, not at all like an ES-175 or wide-neck guitars like that.

It's an L5-esque sound. Obviously nothing near the quality of a real L-5, but it has that bright, clear but still woody kind of tone. The guitar is good value for the price class, but I highly recommend you try before buy. Because of the neck dimensions and scale length that might not feel comfortable for everybody.

**bluewaterpig** · 10-15-2013, 07:31 PM

Does anyone know what the body depth measurement is on the jazz line jr or the jazz line?

**r_cc_c** · 10-17-2013, 10:22 AM

**Woody Sound** · 10-28-2013, 10:23 AM

Originally Posted by bluewaterpig

I'm in the market for a thinner body archtop. I guess you could say the "Byrdland style" is what I'm after.

The D'Aquisto Jazz Line Jr. has really intrigued me. My only issue is that they're only available from a few online dealers, one being D'Aquisto through Amazon (seems weird to me) so I can't try any in person.

Has as anybody played or owned one? Any feedback is appreciated.

Just came across this one on ebay. Kinda cool in natural with the mahogany neck.

**Arnesto** · 10-31-2013, 11:15 PM

I Have the Jazzline version (not the JR) I love it! All the Aria/D´aquistos are made in Terada Factory, Japan (Gretsch factory) not in Korea. Try one and sure you buy it!

**Daniel Kuryliak** · 11-01-2013, 01:33 AM

Originally Posted by bluewaterpig

Does anyone know what the body depth measurement is on the jazz line jr or the jazz line?

here ya go..
2.25 body depth, 16 inch lower bout
http://users.skynet.be/fc776080/Exxb...23/page23.html

**Daniel Kuryliak** · 11-01-2013, 01:39 AM

Originally Posted by r_cc_c

Ah Tenderly...short lyrics but sweet sung by another king....Nat King Cole
The evening breeze caressed the trees tenderly
The trembling trees embraced the breeze tenderly
Then you and I came wandering by
And lost in a sigh were we

The shore was kissed by sea and mist tenderly
I can't forget how two hearts met breathlessly
Your arms opened wide and closed me inside
You took my lips, you took my love so tenderly

Sweet! Love your chord structure...Great mellow sound....what amp?

**Woody Sound** · 11-01-2013, 10:31 AM

Originally Posted by Woody Sound

Just came across this one on ebay. Kinda cool in natural with the mahogany neck.

Sorry I forgot the link.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/D-AQUISTO-JA...-/181247638614

**Woody Sound** · 11-01-2013, 10:32 AM

Originally Posted by Daniel Kuryliak

here ya go..
2.25 body depth, 16 inch lower bout
http://users.skynet.be/fc776080/Exxb...23/page23.html

He was asking about the Jazz Line Jr., which is 15" across, 2" deep.

**mangotango** · 11-01-2013, 01:10 PM

Originally Posted by r_cc_c

That looks and sounds really good.

Nice playing too.

**pingu** · 11-02-2013, 11:20 AM

Originally Posted by r_cc_c

Lovely sound man that's right up my street
I'd want a single PU and white binding ideally

BTW Fabulous playing man , really great

I sooo wish I could play a run like the one at 0:36
as clean and fast as that !

I can't alt pick for sh1t