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    I’m currently in New York studying Jazz and I’m trying to find a high quality semi hollow guitar. Handmade by a notable luthier (Moffa, Victor Baker, Westville etc.) would be cool but isn’t a make or break. I know 3k is probably to low for something like that nowadays but maybe someone’s clearing out their collection.
    Last edited by Hudsonbru123; 09-28-2024 at 02:07 AM.

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    Hi,
    Where or with whom are you studying??

    I think your "ask" is a tough one, so good luck with that! You may get more input here if we knew more about your background, etc. (i.e., are you new to jazz or guitar; what gear do you have now; what other guitars have you tried? and so on). There are many excellent guitars out there in the $3k range .. and you may be good with a Squire tele!

    Let us know, thx!

    Marc

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    Quote Originally Posted by marcwhy
    Hi,
    Where or with whom are you studying??

    I think your "ask" is a tough one, so good luck with that! You may get more input here if we knew more about your background, etc. (i.e., are you new to jazz or guitar; what gear do you have now; what other guitars have you tried? and so on). There are many excellent guitars out there in the $3k range .. and you may be good with a Squire tele!

    Let us know, thx!

    Marc

    Hey Marc thanks for replying! I’m currently studying with Pasquale Grasso who’s been awesome to learn from and I’m going to be starting lessons with Gilad Hekselman this semester so I’m really excited for that. I actually found my current guitar on this forum and I’ve really enjoyed using it. It’s a 16” Carved Hollowbody built by Brad Goodman who I highly recommend. I’ve been getting really into the sound of some more modern
    players like Kurt, Gilad, Tom Ollendorf etc. That new interest along with a study abroad program I’m doing at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam has me interested in finding a new axe that would be suitable for modern playing and a bit more practical for carrying around and traveling with in a soft shell case than my hollow body. For gear I’ve got a small pedal collection with the essentials and some more unique things and apart from a blues junior I have in my apartment I’m working with whatever amps my school or a venue has. Quite a few of my friends at school use Victor Bakers which I really liked the sound of. I also tried some of the Comins GCS guitars as a more affordable option and I thought they had a great tone to them. I hope this gives a little bit more detail!

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    Just get an Ibanez John Scofield? Gilad won't mind. LOL.

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    Thinline Tele? Hofner John Stowell?

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    Thinline Tele? Hofner John Stowell?
    I love the look of most Hofner guitars especially the John Stowell Verythin.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hudsonbru123
    Hey Marc thanks for replying! I’m currently studying with Pasquale Grasso who’s been awesome to learn from and I’m going to be starting lessons with Gilad Hekselman this semester so I’m really excited for that. I actually found my current guitar on this forum and I’ve really enjoyed using it. It’s a 16” Carved Hollowbody built by Brad Goodman who I highly recommend. I’ve been getting really into the sound of some more modern
    players like Kurt, Gilad, Tom Ollendorf etc. That new interest along with a study abroad program I’m doing at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam has me interested in finding a new axe that would be suitable for modern playing and a bit more practical for carrying around and traveling with in a soft shell case than my hollow body. For gear I’ve got a small pedal collection with the essentials and some more unique things and apart from a blues junior I have in my apartment I’m working with whatever amps my school or a venue has. Quite a few of my friends at school use Victor Bakers which I really liked the sound of. I also tried some of the Comins GCS guitars as a more affordable option and I thought they had a great tone to them. I hope this gives a little bit more detail!
    Right now there’s a 90s Ibanez AS200 at Guitar Center on 14th for $1599. I actually tried it a couple of days ago. It’s great, in fantastic condition, and that’s a very good price. Buy it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Peter C
    Just get an Ibanez John Scofield? Gilad won't mind.
    Here's a Japanese made one that looks to be in great condition. If the first two digits of current Ibanez serial numbers indicate the year, this one's a 2023 (23)

    Used Ibanez JSM100 JOHN SCOFIELD Electric Guitar Sunburst 6-String


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    Quote Originally Posted by John A.
    Right now there’s a 90s Ibanez AS200 at Guitar Center on 14th for $1599. I actually tried it a couple of days ago. It’s great, in fantastic condition, and that’s a very good price. Buy it.
    Lol I know that guitar center pretty well and I think I actually played that guitar the other day. It was a really nice instrument for the price. I do have to say something about the size and shape of the body felt a little awkward to me when I’d tried it but maybe I’ll stop by there tomorrow and see if I get a different impression from it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hudsonbru123
    Lol I know that guitar center pretty well and I think I actually played that guitar the other day. It was a really nice instrument for the price. I do have to say something about the size and shape of the body felt a little awkward to me when I’d tried it but maybe I’ll stop by there tomorrow and see if I get a different impression from it.
    If you want something smaller check out ES-339’s. Rudy’s had a couple last time I was there a few weeks ago.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hudsonbru123
    Lol I know that guitar center pretty well and I think I actually played that guitar the other day. It was a really nice instrument for the price. I do have to say something about the size and shape of the body felt a little awkward to me when I’d tried it but maybe I’ll stop by there tomorrow and see if I get a different impression from it.
    If you want something smaller check out ES-339’s. Rudy’s had a couple last time I was there a few weeks ago.
    Last edited by John A.; 09-29-2024 at 11:01 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hudsonbru123
    I love the look of most Hofner guitars especially the John Stowell Verythin.
    This one's for sale on this very forum:
    NOS Hofner Verythin Standard - Red - Made in Germany

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    I have a 1982 AS200 Artist, all original except new frets and nut, pick guard by Angel Guitars. Unlike most you will find from this era, ZERO issues.

    I'd want $2,400 net. PM for photos, etc.

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    Being a student, I’d say get something inexpensive and durable.
    So if you like longer scale go with some sort of Partscaster and Gigbag.
    If your more a short scale Gibson style Guy, get a thinline Eastman and a Gigbag!

    While all those bespoke guitars are really nice. You don’t want have worry about either losing a nice instrument or trying to maintain one either.
    Once you get into seriously making a living at it, then go for it!

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    Quote Originally Posted by jads57
    Being a student, I’d say get something inexpensive and durable.
    So if you like longer scale go with some sort of Partscaster and Gigbag.
    If your more a short scale Gibson style Guy, get a thinline Eastman and a Gigbag!

    While all those bespoke guitars are really nice. You don’t want have worry about either losing a nice instrument or trying to maintain one either.
    Once you get into seriously making a living at it, then go for it!
    I appreciate the suggestion! I might have to check out some Eastman options and maybe save the fancy stuff for after school.

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    Get an Eastman el rey. Those are probably going to be your best bang for buck. I got a couple different semi hollows in your price range as well. Check out my reverb.

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    335 and call it a day

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    Quote Originally Posted by jim777
    An Archtop Tribute (made in Japan by Westville) for under a grand before shipping.
    ????Archtop Tribute / AT135TTP Relic Cherry Red (???/3.66kg)(????) ???????????? ?????S/N -?????? | ??????
    Google Translate:
    ????Archtop Tribute / AT135TTP Relic Cherry Red (???/3.66kg)(????) ???????????? ?????S/N -?????? | ??????

    I'd be very reluctant to buy a used guitar from a non-domestic dealer (the U.S. is domestic for me). If the description is misleading, a return can be difficult and expensive. The Japanese dealers I've seen often post stock photos (i.e., not of the actual instrument for sale) and vague descriptions of the condition of the used guitars they sell. That's a no go for me.

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    Gotcha. I've bought a dozen guitars from Japan myself (mostly from Ishibashi) and never had a problem, but I can certainly appreciate the concern.
    Last edited by jim777; 10-03-2024 at 09:10 AM.