Which solid bodies are the ones??

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Author Message   Jazzzbo Username: Jazzzbo Registered: 9-2005 Posted on Sunday, May 20, 2007 - 10:58 pm:    ive owned a few holow and semi hollow, but not the artist solid body, so , which are the happening models to watch for, i d like 80s vintage, nice flame, but not the gadgets like steve miller model, thanks, jazzz   Artfield Username: Artfield Registered: 4-2001 Posted on Monday, May 21, 2007 - 5:22 pm:    http://www.ibanezartfield.com   Snowjays Username: Snowjays Registered: 9-2004 Posted on Monday, May 21, 2007 - 10:30 pm:    Once you get used to the "gadgets", you might find you'll like them. Otherwise the AR300 or Ar305's are a nice guitar. If you don't like the heavy weights then I'd suggest you try a '70's model like a 2619.   Jazzzbo Username: Jazzzbo Registered: 9-2005 Posted on Monday, May 21, 2007 - 10:46 pm:    SNOW, id like to keep it simple, but i like your idea of the 2619, what are some of the going prices, thanks   Snowjays Username: Snowjays Registered: 9-2004 Posted on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 - 8:01 am:    Varies a bit by location.... over here in Aus you'd expect to pay around $1000 to $1500 which is about $700 - $1000 US. Not always the easiest to find over here which makes them a bit pricey.   Johns Username: Johns Registered: 2-2001 Posted on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 - 8:48 am:    Jazzzbo: SnowJay's suggestions on the 2619 or AR300 series are good ones. Keep in mind that the change from numbered models (2618, 2619, 2622, etc.) to alpha/number names (AR100, AR300, AR500, etc.) occurred over a period of time, between 1979 and 1980. But it wasn't simply a name change, it was a redesign that affected some of the fundamental dimensions, such as overall length, body thickness and neck joint. These seemingly small changes really do affect the feel and balance of the instrument. Although the change to a thicker body made the ARs somewhat heavier, shortening the overall length does help with the "neck heavy" syndrome that is normal with the earlier numbered models. The '70s era, 26xx models are generally valued higher. But not because they are "better", just older and comparatively less plentiful. It's getting hard to find a very good condition 2619 for under $1000.00. OTOH, it wouldn't be too hard to find an early to mid '80s AR300 for $850.00 (or more). But don't wait too long to pick one (or two) up, prices are rising faster than ever. If you're on a budget but still want the quality, try for a 2618 (24 frets, ebony fingerboard) or AR100/105 (22 frets, rosewood fingerboard). The price differential is in the $300.00 area. Use the Search option under the Utilities menu and you'll find several days worth of reading on all these models.   Jazzzbo Username: Jazzzbo Registered: 9-2005 Posted on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 - 8:14 pm:    OK, sounds like a plan, thanks for all the help, jazzz

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