The Future Of Guitar Design? |
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The Future Of Guitar Design? |
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May 3 2013, 06:59 AM |
Take a look at this. Some folks, (Lot's of guys at NAMM and MUSIKMEESE and other hoity, toity, type gatherings of gear and such) say this may well be the FUTURE of guitar design.
It's got a few things that make it stand out. 1.)Body Shape/Construction This is a "Strandberg" Guitar (Designed by Ola Strandberg) with ergonomics in mind so that it's comfy to play sitting or standing and can have a semi hollow body for various sound options. *Here is a link to the Strandberg site. Some of the best players alive are currently using these guitars. http://strandbergguitars.com/author/ola_strandberg/ 2.)True Temperament Modified Neck Much like the guy from FREAK KITCHEN, the frets are squiggly!!! This is essentially so that the intonation is perfect all the way up the neck. You can do this to any guitar for about A THOUSAND BUCKS!!!! ouch. *Here is a link to the TruTemp site. Again, some amazing players on board including Steve Vai. http://www.truetemperament.com/site/index.php?go=6&sgo=0 3.)Extended Range As Extended Range instruments become more and more common, 7 and even 8 string axes are becoming "First Guitars" for many new players that started playing because they like, SCALE THE SUMMIT or PERIPHERY and begin their study with a 7 or more stringed guitar. *Same story on key players using extended range instruments, Steve Vai, Tosin Abassi, Misha Mansoor, etc. So here it is. Evidently raised quite a stir on the convention circuit. SO..... BIG QUESTION Have you guys tried these STRANDBERG instruments? What do you think? The future? Todd |
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May 3 2013, 07:33 AM |
Guitarists are a traditional lot overall. Witness the continued popularity of the Les Paul and the Telecaster (not to mention tube amps, lol!).
Those squiggly fret axes have actually been around for at least 10 years. Cool idea and not as uncomfortable to play as they look but besides the price, what does it cost and who does a fret job when you need it. You can't really drop tune on those babies either (1/2 step is OK but no farther - but they make a baritone). The guitar has always been a beast of a compromise (in regard to tuning and technique). Maybe that's why it's still just so bitchin' to so many - ? -------------------- - Ken Lasaine
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May 3 2013, 02:44 PM |
Good info! I haven't tried one of those guitars but they look very futurist. I'm curious to know if the next generations of guitar players start using more this type of guitars.
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May 3 2013, 04:29 PM |
I've yet to see any of those guys actually use one on a gig - ?
The NAMM show doesn't count. -------------------- - Ken Lasaine
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May 7 2013, 02:56 AM |
Yeah, ergonomics is a big factor. Even a Les Paul feels a little weird when played sitting down and some SGs are headstock heavy. Lets face it - a Strat's a pretty great design looks and feel wise. It just works.
Violins and keyboards, even though they've 'gone electric', have remained essentially unchanged for 200 years. They are what they are. -------------------- - Ken Lasaine
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May 7 2013, 06:06 AM |
Several years ago I was asked to do some improv accompaniment for a modern dance recital. They specifically requested an all black guitar. At the time the only black guitar I had was Tele with a 'maple' neck - no go. ALL BLACK ONLY end of story. A buddy of mine had an all black JEM. Cool, it'll work. It's a quick gig and it's more about the look than the music.
Man, I fell in love with that axe. It really felt natural. The balance was perfect sitting or standing. The pkups were powerful w/o being too mushy. It stayed in tune, etc. Great guitar. If I ever was gonna buy a dedicated 'shred' guitar I have no doubt whatsoever about the one I'd pick - no doubt at all. -------------------- - Ken Lasaine
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May 7 2013, 03:26 PM |
Looks like an Ibanez neck with that little thing there behind the headstock - don't know how it's really called, but if the luthier pulled this thing out of the wood, it means that neck was awfully thick, right? Volute (i think?) -------------------- - Ken Lasaine
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