Members JohnPW Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 What is Your Jazz Guitar? Been gasing for an Ibanez AF105 for a while and I think I might pull the trigger later this month. http://www.ibanez.com/HollowBodyGuitars/model-AF105 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members WildWill Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I play this, with chrome flats. AF125AMB: You'll love the 105, too. The necks are a thing of beauty. Easily one of the most comfortable I've played. The fret work is gorgeous and I've yet to touch the truss rod on mine. I played a few of the Artcore Customs (105, 125 both) at different stores and the quality was consistently top-notch. The only situation where I don't think it is the best choice is heavy distortion, high-gain at moderate and above volumes. I've done it but with judicious use of palm-muting and then it was on a lark. Do it, you'll enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Kind of Blued Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 An Ibanez AGS83 (semi-hollow), an old, unidentified Epiphone (hollow), and a Tele (solid). I only have a photo of the Ibanez. I think the Artcores make a good entry-level hollowbody. I just found out about this model tonight, the AF105F, which is (in my mind) their most traditional jazzbox. It seems like they're either not available in the U.S., or they've been discontinued. Too bad, as I'd like to try one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members blackmappes Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I hear great things about these: Godin 5th Aveune Kingpinhttp://www.godinguitars.com/godin5thavenuekingpinp.htm and Peerless Monarch http://www.peerlessguitars.co.uk/#/monarch/4523586550 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members poolshark Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I use an Indonesian Washburn HB15C. It's not perfect, but it feels great and gets the job done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dunnoaname Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I use the AF 105 with spalted maple. Truly a thing of beauty. This is my bigband/solo jazz guitar. In the more modern combo setting I play in my axe of choice is a DeArmond Starfire special. Great thick tone, awesome playability and absolutely astonishing looks. Be sure to get some thickass flatwounds with it And a thick pick. Withe the heavier strings and pick attack this guitar really comes alive, gets a more defined yet resonant sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members AndrewGG Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I use my 335 for my more jazzy moments. Teles are great too; just roll off some tone on the neck pickup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Pascal Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 All my guitars do jazz: - Classical- Selmer copy- Eastman acoustic archtop w/ floating mini humb.- Gibson ES-125CD (full depth hollow w/ 2P90s)- Heritage H530 (ES-330 copy: hollow, P90s)- Heritage H535 (ES-335 copy: semi-hollow, humbuckers) I also used to play jazz on a strat. If you're going to buy an archtop, consider seriously whether you want an acoustic (solid top) archtop with floating pickup or an electric archtop (laminate) with a set pickup. They're two different beasts: they sound different, require different playing dynamics and offer more or less resistance to feedback. Acoustics with floaters are great, but not for everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Funkwire Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I stumbled across this purely by chance. A 2006 Fusion Blues FB-700. Sounds wonderful acoustically, plugged in, it leaves something to be desired. Nice and clean, but the pickups are a tad bright, and the electronics need to be upgraded. A fantastic deal, but they are scarce as hens' teeth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members roughtrade Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 I play a Heritage H555. It is really nice. The only guitar I regret selling was an AF105NT. Those are nice guitars, too. I am debating an Eastman, but not seriously, the Heritage does a fine job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members brewgoodbeer Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Godin 5th Aveune Kingpinhttp://www.godinguitars.com/godin5thavenuekingpinp.htm This is a sweet guitar. I have played it, and love. I just can't justify it. In all reality, all guitars can play jazz. It just depends on the tone you want. It is just like anything else. It is about the feel of the guitar in your hands. Traditionalist like a big box with a deep mellow sound. I have heard guys with strat have a great tone. It depends on your own desired tone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Bennett Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Epi Casino here for jazz. Some flatwounds + neck pup = glorious tone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members pixelchemist Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Though im only just a beginner with jazz my jazzbox is a beat to hell 1968 Guild T100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Echad Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Why would anyone want to play Jazz... On a guitar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Coda_ Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 ...I use an Ibanez AF-75...with D'addario Chromes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Flintc Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Why would anyone want to play Jazz... On a guitar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DunedinDoug Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Tom Painter custom P-175. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members metallica_00 Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Heritage 535. It has schaller pickups which are very warm and low output, to my ears better for jazz than Gibson 57s but less agressive for rock. Would love to get a full hollow someday, it's just a different vibe entirely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jkater Posted November 9, 2009 Members Share Posted November 9, 2009 Yamaha SA2200 and APX9na Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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