Members T.B. Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 My Walden arrive Sat. I haven't had a chance to put her through all of it's paces, but after holiday obligations I'll give a more detailed account. Here are some pic's. Sorry about the quality of the pictures. Trina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members drnihili Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 I'm not a fan of bursts, but that sure is pretty. I bet it plays nicely too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hudman Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 Nice looking guitar. I can't wait to read your full review on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members STEELSTRINGS Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 Nice guitar, I was very impressed with a Walden hog and spruce cutaway dread that I played a while back. I'm sure that one will sound good to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T0MCAT Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 That's a really nice looking acoustic; I love bursts. I went to local store ant played some Waldons, they sounded nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MattSkibaIsGOD Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 congrats. My G570 serves me well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jerime Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 I just about bought the G570TB yesterday, but decided to wait. I'll definatily be waiting for you to post a review on it before I really decide to commit. Post audio samples too if you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guit30 Posted May 28, 2007 Members Share Posted May 28, 2007 Trina, That's a beauty, give us a review after you have played it, their instuments have intrigued me and it's not like thy are new, it's just that they have only been available in EuropeJimPS-tomorrow morning my next RD20S comes in, all of the other credits are in, so I'm caught up financially Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members babablowfish Posted May 29, 2007 Members Share Posted May 29, 2007 It sure looks nice. I like the contrast between the finish on the top and back/sides; I haven't seen that before. How does it play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members thetree4U Posted May 29, 2007 Members Share Posted May 29, 2007 I'm not a fan of bursts, but that sure is pretty. I bet it plays nicely too. I agree with drnihili... not a fan of sunbursts, but that ones a real eye catcher! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T.B. Posted May 30, 2007 Author Members Share Posted May 30, 2007 The mid-entry level Waldon G570TB is a venerable tool of the trade. Traditional the grand auditorium guitar is seen by many as the jack of all trades; whether you're a finger-stylist, flat-picker, strummer, or play a combination of the three, this guitar handles each technique with power and authority. Finger-picking has plenty of lace in high frequencies and supportive warmth in the bass. Soft strumming sounds intimate and detailed, and the instrument responds well to subtle dynamics shades. The G570TB is a revelation flat-picked! As I dug in, the G570TB single notes where punchy, bright -percussive even- instead of sounding harsh. Pick attack was pleasantly complex and the slightest changes to fretting pressure and right-hand mutting techniques was apparent. Surprisingly the G570TB solid cedar top has powerful projection with a focused tight bass; in fact, it actually projects more loudly to the listener(s) than the player. This is an excellent guitar for beginners, or intermediate players. It's perfect for those on a tight budget or for those who are looking for a guitar able to handle any style of play for the asking. Tasty blues licks and alternative tuning suits this guitar to a tee. I won't claim, it sounds, just as good as a Martin, Taylor or Larrivee! But it's a good bang for your buck guitar. The Walden G570TB has a 4 5/8 inch deep body, a solid cedar top, a laminated Sapele mahogany back and sides, rosewood fretboard and bridge with plastic nut, saddle, and bridge pins. The bolt on neck is made of mahogany with Grover chrome tuners. The G570TB has a 25.6 scale, 1 11/16 nut, 2 1/2 string spacing at the saddle with a satin nitrocellulose finish. My G570 tobacco burst finish was flawless. The black/white/black purfling and rosette gives it a classy look. With the exception of slight residue of glue above the bridge and rough edged pick-guard, inside and out the craftsmanship of my Walden is superb. The soft C neck has just enough girth to hold, press, or rap your thumb around the neck comfortably. The Walden G570TB comes with a deluxe gig bag, Plant Wave dehumidifier, extra saddle, and pin. The average street price is $250.00, I paid $49 more from 'The Acoustic Musician'. The amiable customer service, the seller/store owner Mr. Michael Taylor professionalism made the $49 more, inconsequential. Trina http://www.waldenguitars.com/steel/natura/G570TB.html http://www.theacousticmusician.com/catalog/index.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jerime Posted May 30, 2007 Members Share Posted May 30, 2007 Now does anyone have an Alvarez RF20SM to review? Solid cedar top or solid hog top, decisions, decisions..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members babablowfish Posted May 30, 2007 Members Share Posted May 30, 2007 Wow, sounds great! I love the tone of Cedar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T.B. Posted May 30, 2007 Author Members Share Posted May 30, 2007 Thanks everyone for your kind words. In a couple days I'll take her to my tech replace the plastic nut and saddle either with bone or tusq and add ebony bride pins. I can't make up my mind which material to use for the nut/saddle. I'll remove the pick-guard and add a John Pearse armrest. Trina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T.B. Posted May 30, 2007 Author Members Share Posted May 30, 2007 Thanks everyone for your kind words. In a couple days I'll take her to my tech replace the plastic nut and saddle either with bone or tusq and add ebony bride pins. I can't make up my mind which material to use for the nut/saddle. I'll remove the pick-guard and add a John Pearse armrest. Trina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members babablowfish Posted May 30, 2007 Members Share Posted May 30, 2007 I think the ebony pins are going to really bring out the warmth of the cedar. Good to hear that you are going to replace both the saddle and the nut. Either bone or Tusq ought to make quite a difference. Looking forward to hearing back from you on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sublro Posted June 4, 2007 Members Share Posted June 4, 2007 pics are all broken image links. any idea why? nice review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Fantfool Posted June 4, 2007 Members Share Posted June 4, 2007 I just recently got a Walden D2040, their spruce top and hog back and sides, bone nut and saddle, all solid wood in the dread. Very nice sound. I am really impressed with the tone sound and finish like a much more expensive guitar. Since it is asian made, (not that that is a bad thing), the only question left for me is how will it hold up. If it stands the test of time, Waldens are absolute steals for what you get, bang for the buck wise, no question about it. I could see the price going up on these babys if they get popular, so shhhhhh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T.B. Posted June 4, 2007 Author Members Share Posted June 4, 2007 I just recently got a Walden D2040, their spruce top and hog back and sides, bone nut and saddle, all solid wood in the dread. Very nice sound. I am really impressed with the tone sound and finish like a much more expensive guitar. Since it is asian made, (not that that is a bad thing), the only question left for me is how will it hold up. If it stands the test of time, Waldens are absolute steals for what you get, bang for the buck wise, no question about it. I could see the price going up on these babys if they get popular, so shhhhhh. Oh, agree Fantfool. I think the Genie is already out of the bottle though. A Chicago dealer told me he's having problems keeping Walden's in stock, especially after the May review of the G570TB in AG magazine. Maybe the bias of 'made in China' will keep some potential customers at bay and keep Walden's price steady. Fingers crossed. Trina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Saig55 Posted June 5, 2007 Members Share Posted June 5, 2007 I've had the G1070 GA since last fall. I hadn't heard of them either. I played it and loved it. Then I didn't like it very much after the first couple of months. After about 6 months I fell in love with it again. It wasn't the guitar it was me. I still consider myself a beginner player but I do play better now but also understand the guitar better. It doesn't want to be beat on, it wants to be caressed. Now I understand!! My playing is improving and the sound is improving and I can tell. Don't underestimate these guitars...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guit30 Posted June 6, 2007 Members Share Posted June 6, 2007 Nice review, may get a Walden one day, they sure are nice looking, digging my Cash Alvarez now!!!Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members in_rainbows Posted April 30, 2008 Members Share Posted April 30, 2008 Played this one at a shop, fell in love and now I'm saving up for it. I've played some really nice high end Taylors, Martins, Cole Clarks, Matons, ETC, but for some reason this one just sort of spoke to me more than the pricey stuff. I also absolutely LOVE the Fishman Ellipse system it has. I was never a fan of acoustic electrics until I heard the Ellipse system plugged in.http://www.waldenguitars.com/steel/supra/G3030CE.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ESL94 Posted April 30, 2008 Members Share Posted April 30, 2008 Nice looking guitar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members thetree4U Posted April 30, 2008 Members Share Posted April 30, 2008 Played this one at a shop, fell in love and now I'm saving up for it. I've played some really nice high end Taylors, Martins, Cole Clarks, Matons, ETC, but for some reason this one just sort of spoke to me more than the pricey stuff. I also absolutely LOVE the Fishman Ellipse system it has. I was never a fan of acoustic electrics until I heard the Ellipse system plugged in. http://www.waldenguitars.com/steel/supra/G3030CE.html I have an Ellipse Matrix Blend in my Avalon L32C... incredible. Natural, full notes. Really amazing. I highly recommend it. However, on stage with a full band and stage volume pretty loud, the Ellipse tends toward feedback (owing to the internal mic esp.). Since I did not want to turn OFF the internal mic, I purchased a lutehole feedback reducer, and it works like a champ with the Ellipse system, and looks stunning ta boot. NOTE: Lutehole 15 for maximum feedback reduction. Pricey, but worth it. http://www.lutehole.com/products.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Siwash Posted April 30, 2008 Members Share Posted April 30, 2008 I just got a D-351. All mahogany. This puppy can bark it out. Can't set it down. This is a phenomenal guitar for the price. I just can hardly believe it. I like those G-series, too; should probably get one of those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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