At a crossroad now what?

the velvet catfish · January 9th, 2008, 12:02 AM

So I have a choice to make very soon.

I have to choose between two really nice
guitars.

Guitar #1
A 52 AVRI that feels oh so good.

Guitar #2
Gibson Advanced Jumbo Acoustic.

I have played these two instruments
daily for the last week.. I am torn
and I can't afford both. I have to
make a choice by Thursday.

Some observations of both.

The Tele is top shelf, makes me wanna pick
it up and play the solo to "Thats the way love
goes" and "Ramblin Fever". To say it's inspiring
is an understatement.

The Gibson is the kind of acoustic that demands
attention, it's loud.. it's gentle.. it's the perfect
acoustic.

Now about me.. people tell me I sing well..I
don't think so (not a negative or self esteem
issue) I often tell friends that I'd rather sing
through a guitar.. with proper experience, one
can do that. I am truly torn here.. help a brother
out.

bendecaster · January 9th, 2008, 12:48 AM

You ARE at the TDPRI right? I think the majority will send you towards the Tele, if I'm not mistaken. The thing you need to ask yourself is, what guitar will be more useful to me, and spend the most time in my hands?
P.S. BUY THE TELE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

garytelecastor · January 9th, 2008, 12:56 AM

Do you write your own songs? Do you play outside the house?
Do you have an amp that can cut the tele? Are you going to have to buy some pedals?
Most importantly, are you married, and if you are, what does your wife think?
If you write your own material and play out BY YOURSELF OR WITH ONE OTHER buy the gibson. If you don't have an amp or some effects this is something that you will have to consider in the future as further expense. If this would look like a future problem or the wife feels that way-buy the gibson.
Also, your wife's opinions are very important as she, and if you have children, they, will probably have to listen to you the most.
If you got the amp and you are a working player pick up the tele. It will always generalize to almost every genre of music and will prove almost indestructible. You can write on it as well and if you-and there is really no way of knowing-if you are at the point where you want to play in a band or learn lead etc. it will be much more utilitarian.

Talmir · January 9th, 2008, 12:59 AM

If you have an amp, I´d get the tele... if not then the acoustic is the way to go.

Rasher · January 9th, 2008, 04:48 AM

Personally, I find a good acoustic is a hard thing to find. I have one, but it isn't as usable as I thought it would be and I struggle with it. There are thousands of Tele's out there and you can get one anytime. If the Gibson is as good as you say it is, grab it while it's going.

geardaddy · January 9th, 2008, 05:54 AM

without question, if it sings to you, i'd get the advanced jumbo...

maybe it's a kneejerk reaction because i'm a lefty, but for me, finding the "perfect" acoustic is not to be taken lightly...(you righties have it sooo easy!!!)

you may experience pangs of regret about the tele for a while, but you may well regret not getting the AJ for the rest of your life...(is that dramatic enough for you?)

stxrus · January 9th, 2008, 06:00 AM

what model/year Gibson?

steve

bobthecanadian · January 9th, 2008, 06:04 AM

Telecaster... if this was a Gibson acoustic forum I would vote for the acoustic.

That aside, well, I suppose it depends where you want to go musically. Putting the instruments aside, what do you feel passionate to do? Play an acoustic or pick a tele?

Personally, I only seem to like playing beater acoustic guitars. The idea of spend more than a little bit of money on one just doesn't work for me. But, it is about what I feel drawn to do as a guitar player.

I don't know if this is useful at all. Just a couple of thoughts.

Cheers, and have fun making your decision!

Bob

aunchaki · January 9th, 2008, 06:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geardaddy

you may experience pangs of regret about the tele for a while, but you may well regret not getting the AJ for the rest of your life...(is that dramatic enough for you?)

+1

As much as we may want to believe that there's a "magic" Telecaster out there, they're basically assembly-line units. Not all are created equal, of course, but you'll be able to find a comparable 52AVRI for years to come.

You may need LOTS of Teles (I do), but you only need one acoustic, and it should be the best one you can find. I believe there are "magic" acoustics. Mine is a Takamine 12-string. It's amazing.

geardaddy · January 9th, 2008, 06:13 AM

I believe there are "magic" acoustics. Mine is a Takamine 12-string. It's amazing.

agreed...mine is a '77 Takamine F360S-LH...as i said elsewhere, i wouldn't trade it for anything...

Louthunder · January 9th, 2008, 06:26 AM

Get Both!! , but get the tele first

The Gibbie Advanced Jumbo's are pretty consistant guitars. It won't be that hard to find another one that will speak to you.The tele 52 is pretty consistant, but I find it harder to find an electric that speaks to me vs an acoustic. I play a Larivee acoustic and find them pretty consistant acoustics. Buy the tele now and save up for the Gibbie. What kind of answer did you expect from a tele forum

Go with your gut feeling and GOOD LUCK!!

franchelB · January 9th, 2008, 06:45 AM

I saw your pics in the Gallery section. I don't understand why you don't have an acoustic guitar?
I mean in case your electricity goes out, and you feel like playing the guitar, are you gonna' pick up your Strat or Tele?

cknowles · January 9th, 2008, 06:45 AM

Several times I've passed on the Gibson and immediately regretted it, gone back to the store only to find it gone. I finally found this 1974 J-45 for $1500 and bought it after playing for a few minutes. Nicest guitar I've ever had, next to my 1974 Gibson B-45-12 Deluxe (which I still have).

My Wife was a bit miffed with me for buying a guitar on "impulse".
Now if I even suggest selling that J-45 I'm told on no uncertain terms that I'm going before that guitar goes! LOL

Buy the Gibson you won't regret it.

Then buy the Tele.

chet · January 9th, 2008, 07:27 AM

Flip a coin.

freshmattyp · January 9th, 2008, 09:32 AM

You'll have better odds down the road of finding a great tele again. An acoustic that speaks to you is harder to come by than an electric.

getbent · January 9th, 2008, 10:36 AM

easier to find a great tele than a great acoustic. take the acoustic.

the velvet catfish · January 9th, 2008, 10:56 AM

Hey guys thanks for the input...

I tend to agree that I can find a great playing
Tele, easier than I can find one of these

The woman involved is my fiancee, this was her idea.
She is paying for which one I choose. I lean toward
the acoustic for some of the same reasons.

This Advanced Jumbo is a replica (sort of)
of the 300 made in 1936 MOP inlayed headstock and fingerboard.

I think my fiancee, friends, and family will get more
enjoyment out of the Gibson.. seeing them enjoy it,
makes me enjoy it.

I already have electrics that I can play.

Thanks for helping me out here brothers.

furrfurrfurr · January 9th, 2008, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the velvet catfish

Hey guys thanks for the input...

I tend to agree that I can find a great playing
Tele, easie than I can find one of these

The woman involved is my fiancee, this was her idea.
She is paying for which one I choose. I lean toward
the acoustic for some of the same reasons.

This Advanced Jumbo is a replica of the 300 made in
1936 MOP inlayed headstock and fingerboard.

I think my fiancee, friends, and family will get more
enjoyment out of the Gibson.. seeing them enjoy it,
makes me enjoy it.

I already have electrics that I can play.

Thanks for helping me out here brothers.

after reading this, the answer the obvious. Get the Gibson.

And for the love of God, when it's not in your hands make sure it's in the case. Always!

Can't wait to see pics.

Furr

0le FUZZY · January 9th, 2008, 11:03 AM

...Cents yew asked here onna TELECASTER discussion page I say-----

...Yew don't knead noe gypsin box or any udder kind of box guitar.

...Cell the gypsin (er don't buy it) and don't look back.

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the velvet catfish · January 9th, 2008, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 0le FUZZY

...Cents yew asked here onna TELECASTER discussion page I say-----

...Yew don't knead noe gypsin box or any udder kind of box guitar.

...Cell the gypsin (er don't buy it) and don't look back.

Please visit MySpace

Please visit my page

0le Fuzzy.. I knew I could count on yew...

I have the same admiration for Teles and Fender
as you do, but, this time, I have to go with that
Gibson box. How am I gonna make good backing
tracks for my Tele leadwork without it?

the velvet catfish · January 9th, 2008, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by furrfurrfurr

after reading this, the answer the obvious. Get the Gibson.

And for the love of God, when it's not in your hands make sure it's in the case. Always!

Can't wait to see pics.

Furr

You mean I can't leave it on it's stand in front of heat duct?

Dag nab it.

the velvet catfish · January 9th, 2008, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 0le FUZZY

...Cents yew asked here onna TELECASTER discussion page I say-----

...Yew don't knead noe gypsin box or any udder kind of box guitar.

...Cell the gypsin (er don't buy it) and don't look back.

Please visit MySpace

Please visit my page

Well 0le Fuzzy you win.. the Gibson is out.
It was the loser by default, it was gone.
Looks like I'm stuck with a raggedy ol
52 AVRI...

geardaddy · January 9th, 2008, 07:53 PM

catfish, keep the rain check, and go find another AJ...

or don't...

January 9th, 2008, 12:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
the velvet catfish Tele-Meister Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kansas Age: 38 Posts: 203 26 Photos	At a crossroad now what? So I have a choice to make very soon. I have to choose between two really nice guitars. Guitar #1 A 52 AVRI that feels oh so good. Guitar #2 Gibson Advanced Jumbo Acoustic. I have played these two instruments daily for the last week.. I am torn and I can't afford both. I have to make a choice by Thursday. Some observations of both. The Tele is top shelf, makes me wanna pick it up and play the solo to "Thats the way love goes" and "Ramblin Fever". To say it's inspiring is an understatement. The Gibson is the kind of acoustic that demands attention, it's loud.. it's gentle.. it's the perfect acoustic. Now about me.. people tell me I sing well..I don't think so (not a negative or self esteem issue) I often tell friends that I'd rather sing through a guitar.. with proper experience, one can do that. I am truly torn here.. help a brother out. __________________ "I might be powerfully concerned, but not scared."

January 9th, 2008, 12:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
bendecaster Tele-Holic Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: maine Posts: 922	You ARE at the TDPRI right? I think the majority will send you towards the Tele, if I'm not mistaken. The thing you need to ask yourself is, what guitar will be more useful to me, and spend the most time in my hands? P.S. BUY THE TELE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ The Demented 7th

January 9th, 2008, 12:56 AM	#3 (permalink)
garytelecastor Friend of Leo's Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 3,406 18 Photos	Do you write your own songs? Do you play outside the house? Do you have an amp that can cut the tele? Are you going to have to buy some pedals? Most importantly, are you married, and if you are, what does your wife think? If you write your own material and play out BY YOURSELF OR WITH ONE OTHER buy the gibson. If you don't have an amp or some effects this is something that you will have to consider in the future as further expense. If this would look like a future problem or the wife feels that way-buy the gibson. Also, your wife's opinions are very important as she, and if you have children, they, will probably have to listen to you the most. If you got the amp and you are a working player pick up the tele. It will always generalize to almost every genre of music and will prove almost indestructible. You can write on it as well and if you-and there is really no way of knowing-if you are at the point where you want to play in a band or learn lead etc. it will be much more utilitarian. __________________ éí 'aaníígÓÓ 'áhoot'é Would you mind holding this bag while we go through the custom shop????? Redd Volkaert is a Jedi Knight at one with the Force!!!

January 9th, 2008, 06:04 AM	#8 (permalink)
bobthecanadian Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Taipei, Taiwan Age: 42 Posts: 1,531	Telecaster... if this was a Gibson acoustic forum I would vote for the acoustic. That aside, well, I suppose it depends where you want to go musically. Putting the instruments aside, what do you feel passionate to do? Play an acoustic or pick a tele? Personally, I only seem to like playing beater acoustic guitars. The idea of spend more than a little bit of money on one just doesn't work for me. But, it is about what I feel drawn to do as a guitar player. I don't know if this is useful at all. Just a couple of thoughts. Cheers, and have fun making your decision! Bob __________________ It don't mean a thang if it ain't got that TWANG!!!

January 9th, 2008, 06:13 AM	#10 (permalink)
geardaddy Tele-Meister Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: san francisco Posts: 266	I believe there are "magic" acoustics. Mine is a Takamine 12-string. It's amazing. agreed...mine is a '77 Takamine F360S-LH...as i said elsewhere, i wouldn't trade it for anything... __________________ switchin' it over to AM, searchin' for a truer sound...

January 9th, 2008, 12:59 AM	#4 (permalink)
Talmir Tele-Meister Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: iceland Age: 25 Posts: 285	If you have an amp, I´d get the tele... if not then the acoustic is the way to go.

January 9th, 2008, 04:48 AM	#5 (permalink)
Rasher TDPRI Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brighton - England Posts: 79 6 Photos	Personally, I find a good acoustic is a hard thing to find. I have one, but it isn't as usable as I thought it would be and I struggle with it. There are thousands of Tele's out there and you can get one anytime. If the Gibson is as good as you say it is, grab it while it's going.

January 9th, 2008, 06:00 AM	#7 (permalink)
stxrus Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2007 Location: St. Croix, USVI Age: 56 Posts: 625	what model/year Gibson? steve

January 9th, 2008, 06:26 AM	#11 (permalink)
Louthunder Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: West Michigan Age: 51 Posts: 230	Get Both!! , but get the tele first The Gibbie Advanced Jumbo's are pretty consistant guitars. It won't be that hard to find another one that will speak to you.The tele 52 is pretty consistant, but I find it harder to find an electric that speaks to me vs an acoustic. I play a Larivee acoustic and find them pretty consistant acoustics. Buy the tele now and save up for the Gibbie. What kind of answer did you expect from a tele forum Go with your gut feeling and GOOD LUCK!!

January 9th, 2008, 06:45 AM	#12 (permalink)
franchelB Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Irving, United States of Texas! Age: 43 Posts: 1,848	The Gibson AJ Acoustic! I saw your pics in the Gallery section. I don't understand why you don't have an acoustic guitar? I mean in case your electricity goes out, and you feel like playing the guitar, are you gonna' pick up your Strat or Tele? __________________ Feel free to visit my homepage! http://www.myspace.com/francisbalagtas

January 9th, 2008, 06:45 AM	#13 (permalink)
cknowles Tele-Meister Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Mount Hope, Ontario, Canada Age: 45 Posts: 123	Several times I've passed on the Gibson and immediately regretted it, gone back to the store only to find it gone. I finally found this 1974 J-45 for $1500 and bought it after playing for a few minutes. Nicest guitar I've ever had, next to my 1974 Gibson B-45-12 Deluxe (which I still have). My Wife was a bit miffed with me for buying a guitar on "impulse". Now if I even suggest selling that J-45 I'm told on no uncertain terms that I'm going before that guitar goes! LOL Buy the Gibson you won't regret it. Then buy the Tele.

January 9th, 2008, 07:27 AM	#14 (permalink)
chet Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: The Jersey Shore Posts: 6,417	Flip a coin. __________________ In Brett We Trust.

January 9th, 2008, 09:32 AM	#15 (permalink)
freshmattyp Tele-Holic Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kansas City Age: 42 Posts: 930 18 Photos	You'll have better odds down the road of finding a great tele again. An acoustic that speaks to you is harder to come by than an electric.

January 9th, 2008, 10:36 AM	#16 (permalink)
getbent Moderator Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Benito County, California Age: 48 Posts: 9,565 37 Photos	easier to find a great tele than a great acoustic. take the acoustic. __________________

January 9th, 2008, 10:56 AM	#17 (permalink)
the velvet catfish Tele-Meister Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kansas Age: 38 Posts: 203 26 Photos	A little more info. Hey guys thanks for the input... I tend to agree that I can find a great playing Tele, easier than I can find one of these The woman involved is my fiancee, this was her idea. She is paying for which one I choose. I lean toward the acoustic for some of the same reasons. This Advanced Jumbo is a replica (sort of) of the 300 made in 1936 MOP inlayed headstock and fingerboard. I think my fiancee, friends, and family will get more enjoyment out of the Gibson.. seeing them enjoy it, makes me enjoy it. I already have electrics that I can play. Thanks for helping me out here brothers. __________________ "I might be powerfully concerned, but not scared."

January 9th, 2008, 11:03 AM	#19 (permalink)
0le FUZZY Doctor of Teleocity Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Kolly-forn-knee-ya Posts: 10,001 6 Photos	...Cents yew asked here onna TELECASTER discussion page I say----- ...Yew don't knead noe gypsin box or any udder kind of box guitar. ...Cell the gypsin (er don't buy it) and don't look back. Please visit MySpace Please visit my page

January 9th, 2008, 07:53 PM	#23 (permalink)
geardaddy Tele-Meister Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: san francisco Posts: 266	catfish, keep the rain check, and go find another AJ... or don't... __________________ switchin' it over to AM, searchin' for a truer sound...