| Author | Message | ||
     Andy Cicchillo (Graytop) New member Username: Graytop Post Number: 1 Registered: 07-2005 Posted From: 156.42.29.124 |
Hi all, I have been lurking for some time and have finally decided to join. The "Nick" postings/rantings really showed what the members were all about. On to the help.. I am very new to guitars and have been taking lessons for about 6 months and I want to start playing an electric guitar. What model Rickenbacker would be best. I want a quality instrument that I can play for many years. Any help is very appreciated, Andy | ||
| Peter McCormack (Admin) Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 4203 Registered: 04-2003 Posted From: 142.166.105.230 |
Welcome to The Rickenbacker Forum Andy. The instrument you get will depend on many factors, not the least of which is your budget. While I don't know What your playing style is or your preference in music, I will go out on the limb and recommend a Model 330. It is good looking, has nice comfortable body shape and is a versatile player. I also wouldn't hesitate getting a used Model 330. There are some good deals out there. Let the recommendations begin! | ||
| Dan Brookes (Fireglo330) Senior Member Username: Fireglo330 Post Number: 195 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 130.76.32.15 |
The 330 was my first. Got it in March. And now I'm thinking about getting a 620. | ||
| Steve Carsello (Steverok) Senior Member Username: Steverok Post Number: 155 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 136.182.2.222 |
360s are a little more money, and also a very good starter Ric. My first was a MG 330, my innocence is gone. | ||
| Robert Callaghan (Red_rob) Senior Member Username: Red_rob Post Number: 155 Registered: 02-2005 Posted From: 194.74.48.4 |
Got to be a 330. Arguably the coolest and most favoured workhorse Ric - and it's one of the cheapest too. No debate required Jetglo vs Fireglo on the other hand.... | ||
| Steve Carsello (Steverok) Senior Member Username: Steverok Post Number: 156 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 136.182.2.222 |
FG is almost overdone, MG on the other hand, if you can find a nice blonde one, they are pretty money. JG is always a winner, also.  | ||
| Anthony Carey (Tony_carey) Senior Member Username: Tony_carey Post Number: 831 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 81.157.63.112 |
How can you overdo FG Steve?  I also prefer the 330. A classic, beautifully made gtr with a tone to die for...you can't go wrong with a fireglo 330 Andy. Welcome to the forum & let us know what you decide.... | ||
| Anthony Carey (Tony_carey) Senior Member Username: Tony_carey Post Number: 831 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 81.157.63.112 |
How can you overdo FG Steve? I also prefer the 330. A classic, beautifully made gtr with a tone to die for...you can't go wrong with a fireglo 330 Andy. Welcome to the forum & let us know what you decide.... | ||
| Steve Carsello (Steverok) Senior Member Username: Steverok Post Number: 157 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 136.182.2.222 |
I don't KNOW Anthony, maybe by owning SEVEN of them !! To each his/her own on the finishes and stylings, but if my 330-6 MG and 360-6 JG were FG instead, somehow, I wouldn't gush as much as I do over my 360-12VP FG !! I like MG and JG for the 6-ers, I would save FG for the 12-string, but that's just me ;-) | ||
| Anthony Carey (Tony_carey) Senior Member Username: Tony_carey Post Number: 832 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 81.157.63.112 |
There is a double post from me above, but I didn't accidently post twice & the post numbers are the same.....how did that happen? The funny thing is Steve, that I never really went for fireglo untill I discovered the wonderful, darker '90's FG. I became totaly hooked & now, although I have always stated mapleglo as my favourite Ric colour, I just don't look at anything but fireglo. I think it's some sort of internet virus, caught from Jim Glenn!!! |
