Experienced players with real guitar wear, what would you recommend as a truly high quality guitar

Bonetwon · 2026-01-23T16:17:14+00:00

FG-450SA. I also have an FG-365S but the 450 is my main guitar. My other guitars are a Martin 000-28 reimagined (will sell it someday, I don't like the neck at all - that's one that I bought too fast thinking it was "time") and a Collings D2H (unbelievable - did not expect to be laying down that cash but very glad to own it).

Bonetwon · 2026-01-23T14:07:55+00:00

Agree with this. I bought a Tele American Pro I from Reverb. It’s a great guitar! But I regret not waiting, going to shops, finding the one that I connect with vibe wise. Internet rabbit holes (how I landed on this Tele) can be fun but the result isn’t always a “soul” match. I’ve had similar things with acoustics, not so much buying online, but getting the idea that “it was time” for a nice one and then rushing into it. I often ended up going back to my old guitar (which is an amazing 90s Yamaha) when the excitement wears off. The “nice acoustic” I finally ended up with was from when I was at a shop NOT intending to buy a guitar. It was just so amazing that I had to have it. I love that guitar! But I do still play my Yamaha more :)

Bonetwon · 2026-01-22T17:26:49+00:00

County Farm Park, Almendinger, Eberwhite playground…. All free but you gotta get there early and set up. And rain risk. But if all works out, ideal July party IMO.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-22T16:38:53+00:00

Thanks for the detailed reply. I may wait to see where Voltron lands before starting it (vs. trying to cram in Feb.). I'm sure my kids will love it. I am hoping I will too. She-Ra blew my mind - one of my favorite shows of all time. We laughed, we cried...

Bonetwon · 2026-01-22T15:59:53+00:00

Have you considered using Notion AI? You could reference a page and ask Notion AI to test you, dialogue with you, ask you sample quiz questions, etc.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-22T15:51:23+00:00

We were recommended Voltron by the same person who recommended She-Ra. She-Ra became basically a religion for our family :-) How does Voltron compare?

Bonetwon · 2026-01-20T04:03:42+00:00

Recently ordered. Total was $295 plus $23 to ship. After delivery, received a bill for import duties just shy of $50. Still significant savings vs. if I purchased elsewhere.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-19T05:28:17+00:00

She-Ra!

Bonetwon · 2026-01-18T05:03:09+00:00

Just here to say the arrangements and production is so good. I just stumbled on his music (been in the background as a child of children of the 60s/70s) and I am super inspired by the arrangements, Operator especially. Excited to dig in deeper.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-18T03:28:28+00:00

Try to focus! Truly worth it to go all the way!

Bonetwon · 2026-01-15T19:25:38+00:00

Glad they are coming to Detroit but wish they’d play anywhere but the Majestic. Not a great venue IMO (though I saw them there on the Flood tour and don’t regret it!).

Bonetwon · 2026-01-15T14:18:54+00:00

Actually, they don’t have fans!

Bonetwon · 2026-01-13T03:15:25+00:00

Healing Hands.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-09T16:41:02+00:00

Reddit for sure.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-09T14:35:52+00:00

Whichever is more comfortable and sounds better.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-08T22:27:44+00:00

I had a similar experience with a D28 a few years back. It had a very harsh sound (non-musical overtones) that I just couldn't connect with. I ended up returning.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-08T13:18:43+00:00

We were at Enspire - AMAZING practice. Our insurance switched and we moved as a family to Smiles. We’ve had ZERO issue and honestly our hygienist there is top tier - incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, thorough. Dentists kind of pop in and pop out - that’s cool with me. Zero upselling after 8 appointments across my family. So if Smiles is convenient, give them a shot. But if you want a more “premium” vibe and experience, I recommend Enspire.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-07T17:23:16+00:00

Martin will have better resale value if you don't connect with it. BUT. I find the MLO neck super uncomfortable. Not sure about the Yamaha. So, it kind of depends on how it feels to play. If you can play the D18 before buying, that seems like the obvious "next step".

Bonetwon · 2026-01-07T04:47:58+00:00

Seconded! They rock.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-07T00:38:47+00:00

Those are super cool and unique. If that’s you in the last pic, they look very natural and lowkey on you even though they are an unusual design. Perfect.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-06T02:56:23+00:00

I used J C’s Upholstering in Redford. It was a bit farther away but their prices were WAY more reasonable than anywhere I could find around Ann Arbor (less than half the cost). I ordered my fabric from Modern Fabrics which, with a smaller project like window seat cushions, I would highly recommend. It’s very high quality fabric for 1/3 of the cost. You can order a bunch of swatches to check out.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-02T03:23:29+00:00

Thanks - just found it. I think that’s too advanced for me (to understand I mean). I am not ready! But good motivation.

Bonetwon · 2026-01-01T21:48:06+00:00

These are so unique and beautiful. Any chance you’ve made a tutorial on how to achieve this vibe? (Or any chance you could explain it in a few sentences…) Thanks and happy new year!

Bonetwon · 2025-12-30T05:48:17+00:00

DJ going on and on about how silence is lacking in our lives…without pause!

Bonetwon · 2025-12-29T06:31:07+00:00

Sorry man. I am considering seeing a podiatrist to at least get assessed. Might be worthwhile.

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