Michael Kelly Acoustics? Other 12string?s

[BloodRose]

Yeah, Im still flogging the 12 string horse.. I want a 12, but I cant afford the Taylor I want. And since my 12 string playing may be limited (as my budget) I have to go Cheap!

Im looking at these: (all are solid top )

Seagull Yeah, I know this will be good, but alil over budget

Yamaha F720s

Walden 522 (cheapest of the bunch)

Michael Kelly Nostalgia. I LOVE thier electrics and think they are great for the $$.. I assume these are too, but does anyone have first hand experience??

Used Takamine EG523scb12 (Looks like these normally go for $600+)

Thanks

[BloodRose]

Re: Michael Kelly Acoustics? Other 12string?s

plump

[guitarkid]

Re: Michael Kelly Acoustics? Other 12string?s

I have't had the chance to play a Michael Kelly acoustic but if they are anything like their electrics it should be a great guitar!

[BloodRose]

Re: Michael Kelly Acoustics? Other 12string?s

yeah, thats why Im considering them..

I did play the Takamine today. nice player. neck is kinda chunky and the tone is not as warm as some.. Maple body makes it alil bright. But not bad..

[Bludave]

Re: Michael Kelly Acoustics? Other 12string?s

Guild 12 strings are the way to go. Try the DAD 12. Its made in China but has a great feel. The real Guilds like SRV played were awesome but over 2K. They have a double acting truss rod to compensate for the stress of 12 strings pulling on the neck. IMHO they are very very nice 12 strings!

[BloodRose]

Re: Michael Kelly Acoustics? Other 12string?s

yeah, my former pastor has a Guild jumbo body and it sounded unreal.. He was a MONSTER player too!! Unfortunately, I have to plan CHEAP!!