Let's see your guitars

[Snapdragon]

It's not that, MM. I can't afford to **** up my shoulder any more than it already is. Giving that ukelele idea some thought, but probably won't make a decision until after the holidays are over.

 

[MindfulMan]

It's not that, MM. I can't afford to **** up my shoulder any more than it already is. Giving that ukelele idea some thought, but probably won't make a decision until after the holidays are over.

Ahh, I got ya !

 

[Leo]

It's not that, MM. I can't afford to **** up my shoulder any more than it already is. Giving that ukelele idea some thought, but probably won't make a decision until after the holidays are over.

I need a rotor cuff surgery myself. I do own a Godin A6 Ultra. It is shaped like a telecaster and the bridge pickup does a good job of sounding acoustic when Played through a acoustic guitar amp. The thin body helps, and the you can stum with the lightest touch.

 

[Snapdragon]

I need something that has a body that is not so wide at the bottom. Not just the thickness, the actual width of the body. I am so short and my arms are so short, that I can't get the crook of my elbow over the body of the guitar into strumming position without straining. If I go with a smaller scale guitar, then my fat fingers will press down two strings at once.

Right now I'm tired of trying. When life settles down a bit I will explore other options. But, ukelele is definitely one of those options. All I want is a way to accompany myself singing in the privacy of my own home.

 

[tbhausen]

When you’re up to it, if you can handle one in a music store, you might try one of the Yamaha silent guitars. I’d be happy to let you try mine, but I know you’re kind of far away. Thin like an electric guitar, but light as can be with the sound of an acoustic through headphones or an amp.

 

[Alpo]

I need something that has a body that is not so wide at the bottom. Not just the thickness, the actual width of the body. I am so short and my arms are so short, that I can't get the crook of my elbow over the body of the guitar into strumming position without straining. If I go with a smaller scale guitar, then my fat fingers will press down two strings at once.

Right now I'm tired of trying. When life settles down a bit I will explore other options. But, ukelele is definitely one of those options. All I want is a way to accompany myself singing in the privacy of my own home.

 

[Snapdragon]

I still believe that for me, this will be too large since the width looks to be the same as a regular guitar. I still have to get my arm over it.

I could look into it though.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Likewise ! I like to hook up an MP3 player through the PA speakers, and play bass along with old Beatle songs.

Do you play left handed like Paul?

 

[DoggyDaddy]

A buddy of mine just got one of these Joe Bonnamassa Gibsons at his concert back in October (signed by Joe). He's not planning on ever playing it though.

2021 Ltd Ed Joe Bonamassa "Lazarus" Les Paul Standard - Custom Inlay Outfit Epiphone w/Case

About Guitar: When blues-rock guitar legend Joe Bonamassa found "Lazarus", a rare 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, it was in poor condition and had been refinished in red. Like the Biblical Lazarus, Joe's original guitar was brought back to life. Once restored, its stunningly figured top was...

shop.jbonamassa.com

 

[MindfulMan]

Do you play left handed like Paul?

At my age, I play with whatever hand is workin' best that day !

 

[Jsomerset]

A buddy of mine just got one of these Joe Bonnamassa Gibsons at his concert back in October (signed by Joe). He's not planning on ever playing it though.

2021 Ltd Ed Joe Bonamassa "Lazarus" Les Paul Standard - Custom Inlay Outfit Epiphone w/Case

About Guitar: When blues-rock guitar legend Joe Bonamassa found "Lazarus", a rare 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, it was in poor condition and had been refinished in red. Like the Biblical Lazarus, Joe's original guitar was brought back to life. Once restored, its stunningly figured top was...

shop.jbonamassa.com

Sold out

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Sold out

He bought his at the show I guess. October 19th or 29th, I forget when he said it was.

 

[tbhausen]

I still believe that for me, this will be too large since the width looks to be the same as a regular guitar. I still have to get my arm over it.

I could look into it though.

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What Alpo posted is exactly what I was talking about.

 

[Snapdragon]

They do look pretty badass. Invisible guitar.

 

[Twangbanger]

They do look pretty badass. Invisible guitar.

Have you ever looked into a "travel guitar?" These reduce the body to almost nothing, and you could listen with headphones:

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/traveler-guitar-ultra-light-acoustic-travel-guitar/l43091000002000?cntry=us&source=3WWRWXMP&source=3WWRWXMP&msclkid=0ceb2c2c10271ed883724d882c9f3013&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=**LP - Shop - Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Travel & Mini Acoustic Guitars&utm_term=4578435165682358&utm_content=L43091000002000 | Traveler Guitar Ultra-Light Acoustic Travel Guitar Maple | $299.99

Martin also has something which looks more like a traditional guitar, but with a tiny acoustic chamber so you can hear yourself without plugging in:

https://www.guitarcenter.com/Martin/Steel-String-Backpacker-Acoustic-Guitar-1273887990839.gc?cntry=us&adlclid=3d1c6e39179e1ab3bf170f9d2a35af02&source=4WWRWXMP&msclkid=3d1c6e39179e1ab3bf170f9d2a35af02&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=[ADL] [GC] [PLA] [Shopping] - (Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Other) - {MQ} - [MV]&utm_term=4578710042943791&utm_content={MQ} Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Other (GC) (Bing)

The ukulele is not a bad choice, either. If you get a Baritone uke, it's tuned the same as the highest 4 strings of a guitar, so you're developing note and chord knowledge that can transfer over to guitar:

Amazon product ASIN B001LU37C6
There are options out there, if you just want to strum and sing. I would hate to see you quit due to struggling physically with the instrument.

If you like your Parlor, but the size is just the problem, the second Martin option above might be the answer. (But the Bari uke is stupid addictive).

 

[Snapdragon]

Have you ever looked into a "travel guitar?" These reduce the body to almost nothing, and you could listen with headphones:

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/traveler-guitar-ultra-light-acoustic-travel-guitar/l43091000002000?cntry=us&source=3WWRWXMP&source=3WWRWXMP&msclkid=0ceb2c2c10271ed883724d882c9f3013&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=**LP - Shop - Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Travel & Mini Acoustic Guitars&utm_term=4578435165682358&utm_content=L43091000002000 | Traveler Guitar Ultra-Light Acoustic Travel Guitar Maple | $299.99

Martin also has something which looks more like a traditional guitar, but with a tiny acoustic chamber so you can hear yourself without plugging in:

https://www.guitarcenter.com/Martin/Steel-String-Backpacker-Acoustic-Guitar-1273887990839.gc?cntry=us&adlclid=3d1c6e39179e1ab3bf170f9d2a35af02&source=4WWRWXMP&msclkid=3d1c6e39179e1ab3bf170f9d2a35af02&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=[ADL] [GC] [PLA] [Shopping] - (Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Other) - {MQ} - [MV]&utm_term=4578710042943791&utm_content={MQ} Guitars - Acoustic Guitars - Other (GC) (Bing)

The ukulele is not a bad choice, either. If you get a Baritone uke, it's tuned the same as the highest 4 strings of a guitar, so you're developing note and chord knowledge that can transfer over to guitar:

Amazon product ASIN B001LU37C6
There are options out there, if you just want to strum and sing. I would hate to see you quit due to struggling physically with the instrument.

Now you're talking. That's what I need. I just can't wrap myself around a bulky body. My body is bulky enough.

 

[cbhausen]

I was going to suggest the Martin Backpacker but you guys beat me to it.

 

[Snapdragon]

OK, I just pulled the trigger on a very cheap travel guitar. I'm sure it does not sound great, but it will be OK to learn on. If I stick with it, I will look into other options. And since it's a cheap POS that already has no resale value, I got it in pink.

Robot or human?

www.walmart.com

 

[chezuki]

Oof. I’m not a guitar snob by any means, but at that price point don’t expect much.

A lot of those super cheap instruments have inherent intonation issues making them more frustrating than fun. I have a uke that’s basically a wall decoration for that very reason.

 

[Snapdragon]

Oof. I’m not a guitar snob by any means, but at that price point don’t expect much.

A lot of those super cheap instruments have inherent intonation issues making them more frustrating than fun. I have a uke that’s basically a wall decoration for that very reason.

Yeah, I know. It's basically a toy. But if it will get me started learning some chords, that's enough for now.