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Topic: Is this lap steel worth getting? |
Jordan Beyer
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Ohio, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 10:21 am |
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Hello my name is Jordan and I just joined the forum in search of some answers. Lately I've been wanting to learn to play the steel guitar after one of my friends let my play on his, after that I went searching for a steel to buy and found I wanted a lap guitar. I found a morrell custom 8. Here are the specs:
Thickness: 1 3/4"
Fret Board: 22 Fret, Rosewood
Scale Length: 25"
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Tuners: Grover Sta-Tite 18:1
Bridge: Chrome HipshotÂ
Jack: 1/4" Side Mount
Backing: Felt
two Dimarzio PAF8 humbucker pickups
It is an 8 string and priced at $800, Is this guitar really worth it? And if not what is a better guitar for the same price or less? If anyone has any info on this guitar it would really help because frankly I have found anything on it.
Jordan Beyer |
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Rick Barnhart
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Arizona, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 10:26 am
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No. $800 could get you a much nicer guitar than a Morrell. Look up Ram Guitars or Georgeboards, for example. There is a link button in the upper RH corner of this page. I'd check out the builders here, before spending money on a Morrell.
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Stephen Abruzzo
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Philly, PA
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Jordan Beyer
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 10:40 am
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| Ok thanks.ill check that out |
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Jack Hanson
From:
San Luis Valley, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 10:45 am Re: Is this lap steel worth getting?
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| Jordan Beyer wrote: |
| Hello my name is Jordan and I just joined the forum in search of some answers... I found a morrell custom 8... It is an 8 string and priced at $800, Is this guitar really worth it? Jordan Beyer |
In one word: No.
Go to the "For Sale Steel Guitars" section on this Forum often, and check what is available. If you have $800.00 to spend and really want an 8-string, you would be hard pressed finding a finer instrument than this one:
http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=293106
RAM Guitars in the Chicago area builds instruments in that price range that are hard to beat. They are both stunningly beautiful and of the highest quality.
I would recommend starting with a vintage 6-string for about half that price (or less). I have several classic Gibson lap steels, most purchased at auction on eBay. The average cost of these 11 instruments was about $380.00. They will hold their value. The Morrell? Not so much. |
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Rick Barnhart
From:
Arizona, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 11:02 am
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+1 on Jack's suggestion about that Sierra 8 string. Those are really nice guitars and that one's a bargain for sure!!
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Jim Cohen
From:
Philadelphia, PA
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Dustin Kleingartner
From:
Saint Paul MN, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 1:23 pm
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I would take it as a sign that such a nice guitar happens to be available and priced very fairly right when you are looking... talking about that Sierra, of course
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Steve Green
From:
Gulfport, MS, USA
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Jack Hanson
From:
San Luis Valley, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 6:48 pm
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Jordan, here's a brand-new 8-string within your budget:
http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=293235
I have one of Ron's guitars that I purchased used from a member of this Forum, and can attest to its exceptional quality. Not only is the workmanship impeccable, but the sound and playability of the RAM Speakeasy is top-notch.
You could not possibly go wrong dealing with Ron Mielzynski. He has been extremely helpful to me answering my questions and assisting with my setup, even though I am not the original owner of the instrument. |
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Jordan Beyer
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 8:00 pm
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I think I will buy the Sierra, thanks to everyone who help me decide
Many thanks, Jordan |
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Jack Hanson
From:
San Luis Valley, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 8:04 pm
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| Jordan Beyer wrote: |
| I think I will buy the Sierra... |
A wise decision. |
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Jordan Beyer
From:
Ohio, USA
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Posted 23 Nov 2015 8:15 pm
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| Jack, how will I buy the guitar off him? I'm new to this |
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Jim Cohen
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Philadelphia, PA
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