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Post by gotmojo on May 18, 2015 15:47:00 GMT -7
Just got back from a trip overseas, I carried a uke to satisfy my addiction and it did it only marginally. Anybody know of a small bodied, short necked 6 string acoustic that sounds reasonably good to carry on vacay? Gotta be small enough in a small gig bag to be a "carry on" on an airplane and fit in the overhead. Is this an impossibility?
jj
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Post by "Z" Steve on May 18, 2015 17:08:11 GMT -7
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Post by premiumplus (Dave) on May 18, 2015 17:21:25 GMT -7
What a great sounding acoustic. I'm a 99% electric guy, but wow, that really sounds nice.
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Post by GuitarZ on May 18, 2015 18:17:24 GMT -7
I like my Martin Backpacker. It took a little getting used to, but it's been traveling with me for something like 15+ years. I sometimes worry that I won't find the right spot to throw it in the overhead, but it always fits. I think it only ways 2.5 lbs and also serves as my carry-on for the iPad, book, camera, iPod, and such.
Let's see, it's been to Florida, Cayman Brac, St John, Cozumel, Denver, Sedona, etc via air and has traveled nicely by car to Quebec City, Virginia, Asheville, The Poconos, the Shore, and a few places that are probably escaping my mind.
Definitely head out and play some to find what feels good to you. Like I said, it took some getting used to, so another option might feel better. Plus, I had to play about three or more Backpackers before I found one that I liked. Someone on this forum packs a Tele body, neck, and phillips head screwdriver in his luggage and then assembles it when he arrives at his destination.
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Post by jbrad on May 18, 2015 18:34:48 GMT -7
In order of preference: Taylor---
GS Mini- awesome "little" guitar with so many choices now.
Big Baby or Baby Taylor-- both make good options for Nashville tuning if you do any recording.
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Post by oliej on May 18, 2015 19:14:47 GMT -7
A Taylor GS Mini would be my first choice too.
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Post by Jaguarguy (Mike) on May 18, 2015 19:19:26 GMT -7
I have my baby Taylor with me right now in Maui. Fits into overhead storage with no problems. Been taking it now for at least 5 years with no problems - other than sand in it!
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Post by benttop (Steve) on May 18, 2015 20:47:43 GMT -7
Baby Taylor goes in the overhead, GS-Mini can go in the coat closet. I've taken both to Mexico a number of times from Seattle and they are not just durable, they sound great. Especially the GS-Mini - my MAIN acoustic guitar these days. 7/8 scale, so use standard gauge strings for the biggest tones. Oh yeah, don't forget to loosen the strings while flying!
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Post by benttop (Steve) on May 19, 2015 5:10:56 GMT -7
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Post by bobd on May 19, 2015 5:47:26 GMT -7
Another vote for Taylor GS Mini. I really enjoy mine.
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Post by thatstatuemoved on May 19, 2015 15:32:39 GMT -7
I had a taylor gs mini and foolishly sold it a while back. Great guitar and I wish I had it back.
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Post by gotmojo on May 20, 2015 2:27:12 GMT -7
Thanks guys. Gonna check out the baby Taylor I think. But my favorite idea from this thread: Tele body/neck/screwdriver. Genius!
jj
but what about an amp.
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Post by KeithA on May 20, 2015 3:05:00 GMT -7
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Post by The Bad Poodle Experience on May 21, 2015 10:33:31 GMT -7
Thanks guys. Gonna check out the baby Taylor I think. But my favorite idea from this thread: Tele body/neck/screwdriver. Genius! jj but what about an amp. ZT Lunchbox Junior Guitar Combo Amp Features: Controls: Gain, Tone, Volume, Line Out/Headphone Level and Speaker On/Off Aux In (1/8") 9V Power Output 12V Power In 35W RMS/80W peak 5" speaker ZT Lunchbox Junior Guitar Combo Amp Specifications: Dimensions (H x W x D): 7.75" x 6.5" x 5.5" Weight: 5 lbs
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Post by bobd on May 21, 2015 11:44:09 GMT -7
I have a THR-10C that I keep at work (office). I can plug in my Tele or Taylor GS Mini. Low volume but has the sounds of various tube amps. Works great when you don't want to disturb others.
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Post by The Bad Poodle Experience on Jul 6, 2015 12:13:28 GMT -7
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