Need Help Choosing "flying V" Type Of Guitar |
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Need Help Choosing "flying V" Type Of Guitar |
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Feb 20 2012, 04:42 AM |
I have always loved the look of the Flying V type of guitars (Flying V, Jackson King V, Jackson Rhoads, etc...). The other day I went to Guitar Center to play a few. I played a Jackson King V (bottom end model) & Rhoads V (bottom end model). Those were the closest to what I'm looking for that they had. I liked the Rhoads V better of those two, it wasn't nearly as bulky, especially when seated. Playing seated didn't bother me at all, I find the classical position comfortable. It was a little surprising that access to the 24th fret wasn't as easy as I anticipated. I was able to adjust my left hand & it seemed to work ok, just something to get used to. Not that I'm a frequent visitor to the 24th fret though. I should point out that my hands are probably slightly smaller than average.
I prefer 24 frets & either fixed bridge or string through (no tremolo). My price limit is @ $750. I might be able to bend on the price if I fall in love with something. Here's what I'm considering... (in no particular order) - Jackson RR24XT Rhoads X Series http://www.jacksonguitars.com/products/sea...rtno=2916302503 - Jackson KVXT King V X Series http://www.jacksonguitars.com/products/sea...rtno=2916402503 - Schecter Blackjack ATX V-1 http://www.schecterguitars.com/Products/Gu...ck-ATX-V-1.aspx - ESP LTD V-300 http://www.espguitars.com/guitars/ltd-stan...luxe/v-300.html If anybody can provide any insight I would greatly appreciate it. I don't know a thing about Schecter guitars at all. It's not exactly who I think of first when thinking of a metal guitar. But their specs look good for the price. Thanks for any help! |
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Feb 21 2012, 12:50 AM |
These are all nice guitars. As mentioned, also try the Dave Mustaine V and perhaps the Tyrant V also from Dean Guitars. In short, try every V you can get your hands on before you buy one. If you buy a guitar without playing it first, you are begging for trouble. You may love the way it looks but hate the way it plays or even sounds. Once you narrow your list to two or three, go play each one Then make the call.
I have always loved the look of the Flying V type of guitars (Flying V, Jackson King V, Jackson Rhoads, etc...). The other day I went to Guitar Center to play a few. I played a Jackson King V (bottom end model) & Rhoads V (bottom end model). Those were the closest to what I'm looking for that they had. I liked the Rhoads V better of those two, it wasn't nearly as bulky, especially when seated. Playing seated didn't bother me at all, I find the classical position comfortable. It was a little surprising that access to the 24th fret wasn't as easy as I anticipated. I was able to adjust my left hand & it seemed to work ok, just something to get used to. Not that I'm a frequent visitor to the 24th fret though. I should point out that my hands are probably slightly smaller than average. I prefer 24 frets & either fixed bridge or string through (no tremolo). My price limit is @ $750. I might be able to bend on the price if I fall in love with something. Here's what I'm considering... (in no particular order) - Jackson RR24XT Rhoads X Series http://www.jacksonguitars.com/products/sea...rtno=2916302503 - Jackson KVXT King V X Series http://www.jacksonguitars.com/products/sea...rtno=2916402503 - Schecter Blackjack ATX V-1 http://www.schecterguitars.com/Products/Gu...ck-ATX-V-1.aspx - ESP LTD V-300 http://www.espguitars.com/guitars/ltd-stan...luxe/v-300.html If anybody can provide any insight I would greatly appreciate it. I don't know a thing about Schecter guitars at all. It's not exactly who I think of first when thinking of a metal guitar. But their specs look good for the price. Thanks for any help! |
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Feb 24 2012, 06:34 AM |
Thanks for the help guys! If anybody thinks of anything else please let me know.
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Feb 24 2012, 04:34 PM
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As Todd mentioned, Try Dean. They are harder to find (in jersey) but they play as good or better than most other guitars. Gerry
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Feb 24 2012, 06:05 PM |
Hello! Very cool guitar choice!
Original Flying V made out of Karina or Mahogany So if you want to get the right sound you should go with the right wood Jacksons that you chose made out of Basswood so I wouldn't consider them Shecter and LTD made out of Mahogany which is good! Try checking out Greco it's an old company that went out of business you can find them on ebay for cheap but don't let price to trick you! Most of the time they made the same or even better than Gibson Here is a 1978 Greco flying v http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Greco-Flyi...d#ht_560wt_1189 Also there is another Japanese company called Tokai They are really good as well http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tokai-FV95-Flying-...=item19c976df49 So if I were you I would Definitely consider those two companies! Let me know if you have any questions! -------------------- |
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Feb 24 2012, 08:33 PM |
Rhandy Rhoads Guitars (Pro Series) I heard are really good, quite like them but never really got the chance to jam one.
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Feb 25 2012, 05:59 AM |
Hello! Very cool guitar choice! Original Flying V made out of Karina or Mahogany So if you want to get the right sound you should go with the right wood Jacksons that you chose made out of Basswood so I wouldn't consider them Shecter and LTD made out of Mahogany which is good! Try checking out Greco it's an old company that went out of business you can find them on ebay for cheap but don't let price to trick you! Most of the time they made the same or even better than Gibson Here is a 1978 Greco flying v http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Greco-Flyi...d#ht_560wt_1189 Also there is another Japanese company called Tokai They are really good as well http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tokai-FV95-Flying-...=item19c976df49 So if I were you I would Definitely consider those two companies! Let me know if you have any questions! Good info. I noticed Dean VMNT is Mahogany too. What's the difference between rosewood & ebony fretboard? My guitar (Ibanex RG 370 DX) is nice but has zero sustain. I'm guessing that might have more to do with the wood than the fretboard. |
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