Heres the photo finals for Brian’s guitar that shipped out last week. Turned out great! I didn’t have a chance to do any recording with this one unfortunately, but it sounded similar to the other ones in the batch. Heres what Brian had to say about the guitar (wow thanks man!!!):
Victor –
The guitar arrived and I can’t believe how wonderful it looks and sounds. I must admit I was not expecting such a fine instrument in a laminate model. I’ll call you and thank you as well but wanted to offer some comments for everyone else considering this new design:
1) The tone is wonderful. Notes do not get lost in the body but this may be more because of the build quality than the overall design. I have several larger carved and laminate arch tops but the VB has a clarity not found in any of the other laminates including some twice the price.
2) The workmanship is first rate. I love the double relief for my arm and body. It makes for a very comfortable instrument. The binding, finish and overall feel are well done.
3) Plugged in – your selection of pickups and pots provides for a really dynamic range of tones from dark and mellow to bright. I hadn’t expected this and it was a really nice surprise. The guitar is truly versatile.
4) Neck – very playable. It was flatter than I expected but I’ve been playing Benedettos and Les Pauls (odd combo, I know) lately so the comparison may not be fair. I found it easy to play.
Back to playing. Thank you very much for such a great buying experience. I couldn’t be happier!
Brian
