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Topic: looking for a dobro |
Ron Shepard
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Easthampton, MA, USA
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Posted 2 Oct 2000 3:02 pm |
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I am looking to buy a dobro. This is new to me, been playing pedal steel 8 years now. If some folks would give me few quick pointers to get started, I would greatly appreciate it. I'm interested in buying a good quality
instrument from the start, so I won't be
upgrading in a few years. I will respect everyone's different input. thank-you. |
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Mike Auldridge
From:
Silver Spring, MD, R.I.P.
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Posted 2 Oct 2000 6:29 pm
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Ron,
In my opinion, the Guernsey resophonic can't be beat. They sell for about $1800... have the best tone on the market. Made in Indiana by Ivan Guernsey (812-293-4524).
Mike
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Ron
From:
Hermiston, Oregon
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Posted 3 Oct 2000 10:53 am
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Norman Hamlet and Jr Knight play 8 string dobros (ROBRO) that I make. Around $1200 depending on wood and neck inlay. I would sugest a 8 string that you are used to using and play to your hearts content!!!!
RON
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Doug Beaumier
From:
Northampton, MA
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Posted 3 Oct 2000 7:14 pm
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Hi Ron,
You might want take a ride over to FRETTED INSTRUMENTS in Amherst and see what they have in stock. It would be a good idea to try out a couple of dobros before you buy one. Their phone number is (413) 256-6217.
In dealing with music stores, be aware that many sales people refer to any resonator guitar as a "dobro". Be sure to specify that you're looking for a squareneck dobro. I was told once that a store had dobros in stock, so I drove there... only to find a couple of resonator guitars. Also, you need to clarify whether the seller has a Dobro brand or some other brand of squareneck.
I had a Dobro brand squareneck for 20 years and it sounded great. I'd recommend looking for a good used instrument at a reasonable price. There is no shortage of great new stuff if you have money and don't mind spending it.
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[This message was edited by Doug Beaumier on 03 October 2000 at 11:00 PM.] |
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sliding bill
From:
UK
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Posted 8 Oct 2000 3:00 pm
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Well I feel a little humble in giving my few pennies worth in the same vein as the venerable Mr A.
I bought a Guernsey 800.
(different model from Mr A)
It is the most beautiful sounding instrument even though I am just aspiring to play it well.
Ivan is a fine fellow and great to deal with too.
Good luck,
Bill
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David Pennybaker
From:
Conroe, TX USA
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Mike Tatro
From:
Oregon, USA
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Posted 9 Oct 2000 1:18 pm
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| Another vote for the MeloBro. Way less than $1,800 and tone for days. |
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