Taylor 110 At Gc- Price Drop...

[metalmania13]

I'm gonna stop by GC after work and look at the Taylor 110, which I have been eying for a bit. I aint going there to purchase, but if a nice enough deal rolls around I might bite.

 

I printed out a website that has teh Taylor 110 goin for $560 ( GC=$599) with free shipping and no sales tax. I'm thinking I'll be able to presuade the guy to let it go for $500, maybe less.

 

Any thoughts on the possibility, or any reality checks?

[theGOOCH]

What web site? I like those

[thatsbunk]

 

Originally posted by metalmania13 I'm gonna stop by GC after work and look at the Taylor 110, which I have been eying for a bit. I aint going there to purchase, but if a nice enough deal rolls around I might bite. I printed out a website that has teh Taylor 110 goin for $560 ( GC=$599) with free shipping and no sales tax. I'm thinking I'll be able to presuade the guy to let it go for $500, maybe less. Any thoughts on the possibility, or any reality checks?

 

 

wow thats a real good price, especially including shipping.

 

I dont know if the employees at g.c. have that much freedom to haggle since it is such a big chain. there probably on a relatively short leash.

 

good luck trying though, the worst thing that could happen is they say no.

[guit30]

There's a local store in Philly that was going to give me a 110E for 525 including a setup and everything. Ended up not liking it.

Jim

[Hudman]

 

Originally posted by metalmania13 I'm gonna stop by GC after work and look at the Taylor 110, which I have been eying for a bit. I aint going there to purchase, but if a nice enough deal rolls around I might bite. I printed out a website that has teh Taylor 110 goin for $560 ( GC=$599) with free shipping and no sales tax. I'm thinking I'll be able to presuade the guy to let it go for $500, maybe less. Any thoughts on the possibility, or any reality checks?

 

 

Compare the 110 to the Parkwood guitars at Guitar Center. You will get more guitar for your money (solid wood construction).

[thatsbunk]

 

Originally posted by Hudman Compare the 110 to the Parkwood guitars at Guitar Center. You will get more guitar for your money (solid wood construction).

 

 

I tried one of these when I dropped in a GC killing some time between customer appointments.

 

I was impressed by them.

[MyM.O.]

I no longer snub laminated backs and sides (see "I Was Wrong" thread). The 110 can be a wonderful sounding dread. I have one, and I chose it over a 210 and a 310. You've got to pick and choose your guitar, as I've played some that were okay but not as good as mine, and one used one sounded crappy (I suspected a loose brace). The sapele laminate is over sapele itself, this improves the tone as does the arched back. Most of the tone comes from the top, and I've found that ones with some bearclaw are richer (I know this is a controversial subject, but it's been my observation). Everyone who has played my 110, including Martin owners, several instructers, my luthier, loves it and would be happy to buy it if I want to sell it. Taylor knows how to build a good guitar. I've got a couple of $2000 guitars, and everytime I consider selling the 110 I play it and say "nah". There's just nothing not to like about it. You can get a non E model in the low 500s, and I don't think there's much better out there. Different, but not better.

[Hudman]

 

Originally posted by MyM.O. I no longer snub laminated backs and sides (see "I Was Wrong" thread). The 110 can be a wonderful sounding dread. I have one, and I chose it over a 210 and a 310. You've got to pick and choose your guitar, as I've played some that were okay but not as good as mine, and one used one sounded crappy (I suspected a loose brace). The sapele laminate is over sapele itself, this improves the tone as does the arched back. Most of the tone comes from the top, and I've found that ones with some bearclaw are richer (I know this is a controversial subject, but it's been my observation). Everyone who has played my 110, including Martin owners, several instructers, my luthier, loves it and would be happy to buy it if I want to sell it. Taylor knows how to build a good guitar. I've got a couple of $2000 guitars, and evertime I consider selling the 110 I play it and say "nah". There's just nothing not to like about it. You can get a non E model in the low 500s, and I don't think there's much better out there. Different, but not better.

 

 

Honestly, I don't snub guitars with laminate sides and backs. For 8 years my only acoustic guitar was a Seagull S6 (solid spruce top and laminate cherry sides and back). It was a great guitar. I paid $325 for it new with a hardshell case. Today I own a solid wood guitar and a solid top / laminate sides & back guitar. I don't think the side material matters as much as the back. The back of my Larrivee vibrates much more than the back of my Alvarez. My Larrivee is a lot lighter too.

 

Bottom line: solid wood guitars are normally more expensive than laminate guitars.

 

I suggested that metalmania13 compare the 110 to the Parkwood line due to the similiar price (for a solid wood guitar). I keep hearing good things about the Parkwoods (made by Cort). Another great solid wood guitar in the $500 range is the Epiphone Masterbilt series (not sure if GC carries them).

 

I don't have a problem with the Taylor 110 or laminates. My suggestion was based on over-all value for his dollar. If he plays the 110 and loves it, he is getting the best guitar for his money.

[MyM.O.]

I went "guitar looking" again today. I got to try the Parkwoods, I was excited to see a few to try out, but I didn't think very much of them. They may be solid wood, but the construction was not great, nor was the tone and playability. The neck seemed twisted on one . I tried some Epiphones, the cheaper ones are HEAVY and didn't sound good. The Epi Masterbuilts sounded very nice for the price, they would be a good buy. They had three Taylor 110s, one sounded amazingly good - booming bass and clear, sparkling trebles and midtones. It might just be my ears, but it blew away the competition in that price range. I also LOVED a Gibson Songwriter ($1799), and a Breedlove Focus(more $$$$$). I'm gonna have to start another Guitar Fund stash.

[MyM.O.]

I should add that I am sure that there are some nice sounding Parkwoods out there. But the four I tried I wouldn't want. I didn't try either of the two jumbos, though.

[Hudman]

Originally posted by MyM.O. I went "guitar looking" again today. I got to try the Parkwoods, I was excited to see a few to try out, but I didn't think very much of them. They may be solid wood, but the construction was not great, nor was the tone and playability. The neck seemed twisted on one . I tried some Epiphones, the cheaper ones are HEAVY and didn't sound good. The Epi Masterbuilts sounded very nice for the price, they would be a good buy. They had three Taylor 110s, one sounded amazingly good - booming bass and clear, sparkling trebles and midtones. It might just be my ears, but it blew away the competition in that price range. I also LOVED a Gibson Songwriter ($2999), and a Breedlove Focus(also $$$$$). I'm gonna have to start another Guitar Fund stash.

 

 

That's great. Although, you already own a Taylor 110. I would expect you to prefer the 110 over everything in the same price range.

 

My advice was to Metalmania13.

[MyM.O.]

I guess that's true . And granted everyone's ear is different and playing styles vary.

[WashburnGuy]

 

Originally posted by metalmania13 I'm gonna stop by GC after work and look at the Taylor 110, which I have been eying for a bit. I aint going there to purchase, but if a nice enough deal rolls around I might bite. I printed out a website that has teh Taylor 110 goin for $560 ( GC=$599) with free shipping and no sales tax. I'm thinking I'll be able to presuade the guy to let it go for $500, maybe less. Any thoughts on the possibility, or any reality checks?

 

 

Here's my experience with GC........

 

I've bought quite a bit of gear from GC and have NEVER paid what the tag or sticker says is the selling price.

 

Last October, I too bought a Taylor 110 at GC. I believe that tagged price was $560+tax. In all my GC dealings, I (have) always work(ed) with one particular salesman and we've developed a good "working relationship". Actually, he takes the time to call me personally to let me know about upcoming sales and specials. He always says it's because he wants me to get first pick of the best merchandise. I'm not naive enough to think he has only my interests at heart. But that's OK. I can accept that.

 

Anyway, I got my 110 out-the-door for $500 w/a Taylor gig bag. You should be able to come close to that price. DON'T be afraid to dicker the price. After all, you can always order it online, as you've said.

 

Good luck and write back!

 

BTW, great guitar for the price!!!!!

[theGOOCH]

I looked at the Parkwood site and the 2 dreads are listed at $700 and $1250. Does anyone know what they actually sell for?

[Hudman]

 

Originally posted by theGOOCH I looked at the Parkwood site and the 2 dreads are listed at $700 and $1250. Does anyone know what they actually sell for?

 

 

Apprx. 40% off those prices.

[theGOOCH]

I keep coming back to the Blueridge BR-140 in my preliminary search for an upgrde from my cheapo starter guitar. Only problem is I can't find a local store that has one. Has anyone compared these to the Parkwoods? It can be had for under $500, it's solid wood and comes with a hardshell case. Plus I love the look of the dalmation tortoise pickguard and inlaid headstock.