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Forum Ringside => Guitars, Amps and Effects => Topic started by: 38thBeatle on April 02, 2009, 07:36:29 PM

Title: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: 38thBeatle on April 02, 2009, 07:36:29 PM
I have a new acoustic. A Taylor Big Baby and this was given to me yesterday by some friends. I have been helping them with gigs locally for some time- playing guitar and singing and on occasions, keeping the baying mob entertained on my own. I was with them last night when they gave me a envelope and there was a "thank you" card inside and I said there was no need, I am glad to help my mates.Then they staggered me by fetching out a large box with Taylor written on it and presented me with the  Guitar. One of the guys bought one a while back and each time I have seen him with it I have made out I was going to steal it. They decided to buy me one- very touching and unusually for me, I was speechless. Yeah I know, pictures or it didn't happen etc etc. If you really want a picture of an acoustic guitar then sure I am able to oblige when I get a moment.
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: headtheball on April 02, 2009, 07:38:23 PM
The big baby is nice, now. Older Brother got one a while back, and it's a very nicely screwed together piece of kit.
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: Twinfan on April 02, 2009, 09:02:49 PM
Great story Steve - enjoy your present!
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Post by: Ted 'N' Leo on April 02, 2009, 09:11:01 PM
Thats a fantastic story. Enjoy the Taylor!
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: Philly Q on April 02, 2009, 09:13:38 PM
Very nice gesture - proves you're much appreciated!  :D

And yeah, show us the pics!
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: FernandoDuarte on April 02, 2009, 09:15:45 PM
If you really want a picture of an acoustic guitar then sure I am able to oblige when I get a moment.

Even if it was a capacitor it would need to have pictures :lol:
Congrats! Sometimes we can get something by beeing nice :D
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: hunter on April 02, 2009, 11:31:07 PM
Got a BigBaby too, once you get over those screws in the fretboard, it's amazing bang for the buck.

Now I want a Faith Mercury Parlour!
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: sgmypod on April 03, 2009, 06:21:16 AM
not a huge taylor fan..unless you get to silly money...apart from the big babys...great guitar at silly money, well made and sound great
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: 38thBeatle on April 03, 2009, 06:26:14 AM
Thank you all. I first encountered one a few months ago when a friend was buying an acoustic and was trying many out.He was prepared to spend up to £400.00. The Taylor was easily the best of the bunch and I suggested he choose it and he did. The more I played it the more I liked it and they picked up on that when they decided to buy a guitar for me.I should imagine it would be a good recording guitar.The tone is surprisingly full and mine is great to play.
 
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: Johnny Mac on April 03, 2009, 01:13:22 PM
^ I remember you saying how good they were for the money a while back. What a nice gesture for a top bloke!  :D
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: MDV on April 03, 2009, 01:22:59 PM
Thats a great story, but until theres pics its just a charming web of lies!

Pics!

PICS!
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: PhilKing on April 03, 2009, 07:14:00 PM
Hope you get to play it a lot. 
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Post by: Fourth Feline on April 03, 2009, 09:08:58 PM
I agree, a lovely story of a valuable guitar - and priceless mates !  Enjoy your well earned ( and quality ) guitar .  :D
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: Philly Q on April 03, 2009, 10:06:07 PM
I've been reading up on the Big Baby on the Taylor website - looks good, ebony board is a nice feature, and (as always) the slightly smaller body appeals to me.  That really is a great gift.  :)

But we do need those pics, or sadly it does not exist.  :(
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: dave_mc on April 03, 2009, 10:22:37 PM
that was very nice of them, i'm sure it's a great guitar too :)
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Post by: Adam.M on April 04, 2009, 12:33:26 AM
That's great! My faith in humanity has gained a point. Humanity now has one point.  :lol:
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: 38thBeatle on April 04, 2009, 01:07:43 AM
Thanks gents- I have just got back from a gig with the guys and I used it tonight. I set up a mic and put it through the PA. I couldn't hear much but many people came up and said it sounded great-not knowing that I'd just got it and , yes, I will try and take a picture tomorrow if I get a few minutes free.
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: viking on April 04, 2009, 02:46:15 AM
That's really great  8)!I would love that.. :lol: (A SantaCruz would do it for me.. :P) Cheers!
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: 38thBeatle on April 04, 2009, 03:21:48 PM
I have taken a picture a short while ago so here you go.
Title: Re: NGD..but it is an acoustic
Post by: MDV on April 04, 2009, 03:33:21 PM
Ahhhhhhhhhh

And there it is!

Very nice!

Much congrats on the cool guitar with the cool story!
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Post by: FernandoDuarte on April 04, 2009, 03:52:04 PM
:D awesome!
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Post by: headtheball on April 04, 2009, 05:59:49 PM
I really like the rosette on a Big Baby. It's the king of simple.