Members Cliff Fiscal Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 Why shouldn't I purchased this guitar?
Members TXTooMuch Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 Depends, why do you believe that you want it? It is not the best guitar for some situations, whereas in others it would be perfectly fine. What are you looking for?
Members Cliff Fiscal Posted September 27, 2007 Author Members Posted September 27, 2007 Depends, why do you believe that you want it? It is not the best guitar for some situations, whereas in others it would be perfectly fine. What are you looking for?I beleive I would like to purchase it because I played one and it sounded really nice.....but so did a Breedlove AD200/SM. It's also in my price range, and the shop that has them is willing to give me $250 in trade. Which is more then I think I could get if I were to sell it outright.I really only plan on using it at home for practice. I've been playing electric for a while now, but recently discovered the joys of fingerpicking. I'd also use it for strumming of course, and maybe jamming with a singer occasionally (practice). I currently have a Takamine EG330SC, which I like, but the nut is 1-9/16" and my hands are HUGE. Plus I've always had an issue with fret buzz on that guitar.......I've done everything short of a professional setup. I've tried out a Seagull which I liked the super wide neck, but 1-11/16 is plenty wide for me. I really don't need electronics at all since I do not plan on gigging.The Taylor is nice, cheap, and has a lifetime warranty. So why shouldn't I get this guitar?
Members dhoenisch Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 It sounds like you've already talked yourself into buying it. Dan
Members Cliff Fiscal Posted September 27, 2007 Author Members Posted September 27, 2007 It sounds like you've already talked yourself into buying it. Dan I know, that's why I'm asking for your guidance.Is there any reason to avoid the Big Babys? or a flaw in my reasoning?
Members Tralfaz Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 Because there are better guitars at the same price? That's always the standard line to talk someone out of a particular purchase, but the truth of it is totally subjective. If you like it, and the price is right, go for it.
Members drnihili Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 I don't know of any reason to avoid the Big Baby, but there may be reasons to prefer others in that price range. Try out Walden, Seagull, , Alvarez RD20, Wahburn, Epiphone Masterbilt, Guild GAD, and whatever else you can find in that range. If the Big Baby still has your soul then get it.
Members SpaceCowboy409 Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 It's really good for the money. Could you get a better used guitar for the same money? Yes, if you were patient and willing to look around for while.
Members kwakatak Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 I beleive I would like to purchase it because I played one and it sounded really nice.....but so did a Breedlove AD200/SM. It's also in my price range, and the shop that has them is willing to give me $250 in trade. Which is more then I think I could get if I were to sell it outright. I really only plan on using it at home for practice. I've been playing electric for a while now, but recently discovered the joys of fingerpicking. I'd also use it for strumming of course, and maybe jamming with a singer occasionally (practice). I currently have a Takamine EG330SC, which I like, but the nut is 1-9/16" and my hands are HUGE. Plus I've always had an issue with fret buzz on that guitar.......I've done everything short of a professional setup. I've tried out a Seagull which I liked the super wide neck, but 1-11/16 is plenty wide for me. I really don't need electronics at all since I do not plan on gigging. The Taylor is nice, cheap, and has a lifetime warranty. So why shouldn't I get this guitar? Well, if your hands are huge (and are in proportion to the rest of you) then a 7/8 size guitar with a 1&11/16" nut is going to be too small for you. It's also got laminated sapele back & sides.OTOH, the Breedlove is a full-sized dread, has solid spruce top and solid mahogany back (with laminated mahogany sides), and a JLD internal truss (which will keep the bridge from ever pulling up.) Now for the disclaimer: I've never played either of the guitars you mentioned, but I did try the Breedlove Atlas AD25/SR+ and though it was a pretty nice guitar. I'd say that it was comparable in quality to the Taylor 200 series.
Members Stackabones Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 Buy it already, willya!!! And post some pics and clips when you do!
Members pharmboyjoe Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 Pssssst. Hey Buddy, over here. Try some of this. First taste? Like it? It's FREE. Want some more?
Members dwerlin Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 the Big Babies are too trebly for my tastes.
Members pharmboyjoe Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 the Big Babies are too trebly for my tastes. Would you say that of all Taylors, or just the Big Baby?
Members dwerlin Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 Would you say that of all Taylors, or just the Big Baby? just the big baby. i'm not sure what it is about it...it just doesn't jive with me. i really like the Taylor GA and GS series guitars.
Members Hudman Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 It's a bit smaller than a full size dread and the neck has 2 ugly dryway screws running through the fretboard (around the 15th fret area). Buy the Breedlove or pick up a Taylor 110 or 114.....
Members pharmboyjoe Posted September 27, 2007 Members Posted September 27, 2007 I'm Jonesing for a Larrivee myself
Members Simon76 Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 Staying in the house, veggin on the couch, or an old arm chair. Standin in the corner, calling your name, it knows your soul needs soothed. With your eyes closed, do you feel a parlor taste an OM or have a baby desire? To open your eyes and see a Backpacker you'll weep.
Members bigmo66 Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 I had a BB for about 1 month and while it played excellent, had an ebony fretboard and bridge I soon grew tired of the very jangly tone. At first it really sounds alive, but being constructed the way it is it just lacks low end. I did sell it for the same price I bought it so no loss there.
Members happy-man Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 Would you say that of all Taylors, or just the Big Baby? The Big Baby and the 110 (which I have) each have a sound of their own. It is a "Taylor sound", but it's not the same as the 300 series and up. I happen to really like the 110 sound. The Big Baby's body is smaller and shallower, so it has a distinctively thinner sound. I've known many people who are very happy with the Big Baby, but my preference is one that you only get with the deeper body. The Big Baby is a unique animal. To compare it to other guitars in its price range is like comparing apples to oranges IMO. You buy it because that's what you want and are willing to pay the price. Scott O
Members happy hours Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 Its not a cannon thats for sure.
Members bjorn-fjord Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 It's a bit smaller than a full size dread and the neck has 2 ugly dryway screws running through the fretboard (around the 15th fret area).Buy the Breedlove or pick up a Taylor 110 or 114..... +1 Unless you are planning to remove the neck for traveling purposes I cannot understand why anyone would buy a guitar with drywall screws fastened through the fretboard. Those screws would be a definite deal breaker for me.
Members AugTPD Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 Why buy an overpriced travel guitar when you could get a good deal on a full size acoustic? The big baby is one of the better travel guitars out there, but I don't think it compares well to the Guild GAD guitars, Breedlove Atlas series, or a number of other nicely priced acoustics.
Members flip333 Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 But the Big Baby really sounds nice. I sure liked the one I played. Here is something to try: Play the Big Baby a while. Then get a top of the line dread and see if the full bottom end lights you up. I loved the first Goodall parlor I played. It was great, but when I got to try the rosewood dread, I knew I would soon grow tired of the weak bottom end of the parlor. ...and those screws are poor looking...
Members AugTPD Posted September 28, 2007 Members Posted September 28, 2007 http://www.breedloveguitars.com/instruments/guitars/passport/index.php If you really want a smaller guitar check out the Breedlove passport guitars. They make three different full scale travel guitars, all with different body shapes. I've never played them but they don't have screws through the fretboard This one, the D20, would be the closest to the Baby Taylor at 7/8 size with a dread like shape. They also have an OM as well as one that resembles the Taylor GA shape. Anyway, it's an option. Oh yeah, I'm pretty sure these will be cheaper than the Big Baby. The only one that might cost more is the C25FS, because it comes with pickup installed. EDIT: Musicians Friend sells the D20 for $399, $50 cheaper than the Taylor. And right now they have a blemished D20 they are selling for only $305, which would be a good deal if you can take a small ding or scratch.
Members Cliff Fiscal Posted September 28, 2007 Author Members Posted September 28, 2007 Wow........some hate for the Big Baby. Those screws are odd looking, but they don't effect playability. I don't really feel that the Big Baby lacks much bass at all? It seems balanced to me.
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