The Master

Originally posted by seiche What's the deal with Lasido anyway? I knew Godin and Seagull were affiliated, now I see they also make Norman, Art & Lutherie, Simon & Patrick, and La Patrie. I'm really just curious about the differences between all these brands..... Godin are obviously their electric guitar models. Seagull are their flagship acoustics. Their body shapes are unique, as are many other things about them. Art & Lutherie are specifically guitars made for entry level players. La Patrie are their classical guitars. As far as Norman and Simon & Patrick go, I'm not sure of the differences between these two, but these two do make more traditional acoustic guitar body shapes and styles. I know I bought a Norman instead of a Seagull mainly because it had a standard dread body size and standard fretboard width; it felt and sounded more like a Martin.

I've got a great Norman B20 HG. Its easily just as good as a Martin DM, and a few hundred cheaper at that. Great guitar for the money.