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(More customer reviews)I had some trepidation in buying a guitar from any online seller. There are variations in manufacture of musical instruments. After all, it is not like buying an appliance or piece of electronic gear where there is a guaranteed sameness from one unit to another. With a guitar there will be variation from unit to unit in finish and workmanship. It is important to not only select the manufacture and model of guitar, but be comfortable with the individual unit. The guitar sent to me was perfect. Absolutely no imperfections of any sort. I have had professional, music store setup on my other guitars, but this one I will play as is.
I had previously tried the Godin 5th Avenue out in a music store. I had read many positive reviews. It also helps that I am a big John McLaughlin fan who now plays Godin guitars exclusively.To The One I knew it was a guitar I wanted to add to my collection. I was put off a little by the price. The price was a bit out of my range. I am a non-gigging amateur, intermediate player. I dabble mostly in jazz.
I had been checking on the price of this and a few other models on Amazon. There are serious price swings on some guitars listed on Amazon. When I saw the price drop on this one, I was compelled to act.
As for the instrument itself; first the appearance is top-notch. It is a beautiful looking instrument. Many details of the guitar and the finish just quietly shout "serious instrument". That it is made in North America (Canada), I find an added plus. I have a Chinese made Epiphone that has required replacing the electronics.
It plays as good as anything I have ever played on. I don't think it projects well enough acoustically to play to a room unplugged. It is excellent for acoustic practice or unplugged canoodling. I have a Fender DEC-Junior that I practice with. I play this on the "Tweed" Amp simulation. The tones are clear. Perfect for accompaniment.
I am still playing with the original strings. I will replace with the same type and brand (Godin) . I will not modify this instrument for now. I do like to play Frankenstein with modifying my guitars.
Other things to note - quality components throughout, like a Tusq nut.
I also bought the Godin TRIC case for the instrument and would recommend the case as well.Godin Tric Case Archtop Deluxe for 5th Avenue (Black) I live in a Northern climate where there is low humidity in the winter, so I will be outfitting this guitar with a humidifier.
To sum up. This is one beautiful, quality serious musical instrument. I have been making purchases from Amazon both big and small since their inception without complaint. I will continue to do so. As for Godin, I would definitely buy another one of their guitars. I am currently considering the Freeway SA Synth Access and a La Patrie Dreadnought.
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