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Any advice on Antonio Aparicio's AA80 and AA100?
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Dan Eshel
Jun 15, 2004, 5:00:54 PM6/15/04
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Could any one say something helpful on whether the $200 difference
between Antonio Aparicio models AA80 and AA100 is justified or not?
Also some general opinion (from experience) on this brand compared to
other factory-made guitars would be appreciated.
between Antonio Aparicio models AA80 and AA100 is justified or not?
Also some general opinion (from experience) on this brand compared to
other factory-made guitars would be appreciated.
Thanks
Dan
larmar
Jun 16, 2004, 5:21:38 PM6/16/04
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I ordered one of his AA70's a couple of months ago
and had nothing but problems with it. It ended up going back to the
distributor. The guitar had very bad string buzz problems that
couldn't be corrected without serious work. It was also difficult to
play, even with normal tension strings. I tried a couple of his other
models (AA20 and 50) but they had buzz problems also. Maybe it was
just a bad batch, but I was very unimpressed with the guitars.
Construction was typical mass produced quality.
I wouldn't buy one unless you have a chance to play and examine it
first.
Maybe you'll have better luck than I did.
and had nothing but problems with it. It ended up going back to the
distributor. The guitar had very bad string buzz problems that
couldn't be corrected without serious work. It was also difficult to
play, even with normal tension strings. I tried a couple of his other
models (AA20 and 50) but they had buzz problems also. Maybe it was
just a bad batch, but I was very unimpressed with the guitars.
Construction was typical mass produced quality.
I wouldn't buy one unless you have a chance to play and examine it
first.
Maybe you'll have better luck than I did.
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Dan Eshel
Jun 17, 2004, 6:46:00 PM6/17/04
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Thanks. What did you end up bying?
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larmar
Jun 21, 2004, 11:24:34 AM6/21/04
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I ended up getting a LoPrinzi Cremona with cedar top. I think it is a
newer model of his and is his "student" model. It is priced less than
the AA80 I believe. It does have laminated sides and back but is
handmade. The quality of construction is flawless! You can really
tell the difference between a mass produced guitar and one that is
handmade. He uses bone for the saddle and nut, which is a nice touch.
The guitar is very easy to play and the intonation was almost
perfect. The Aparicio I had briefly would have had to have a new
saddle made to correct the intonation problems.
The sound of the Cremona is "tight" but I think that will improve over
time. The guitar was probably built just a couple of months ago and
needs time to loosen up. I also have not experimented with different
strings to find the best combination for this guitar.
My only complaint so far is that the bass seems a little weak. That
could be the newness of the guitar and the current strings I am using.
Time will tell.
newer model of his and is his "student" model. It is priced less than
the AA80 I believe. It does have laminated sides and back but is
handmade. The quality of construction is flawless! You can really
tell the difference between a mass produced guitar and one that is
handmade. He uses bone for the saddle and nut, which is a nice touch.
The guitar is very easy to play and the intonation was almost
perfect. The Aparicio I had briefly would have had to have a new
saddle made to correct the intonation problems.
The sound of the Cremona is "tight" but I think that will improve over
time. The guitar was probably built just a couple of months ago and
needs time to loosen up. I also have not experimented with different
strings to find the best combination for this guitar.
My only complaint so far is that the bass seems a little weak. That
could be the newness of the guitar and the current strings I am using.
Time will tell.
Overall, I am very pleased with the guitar. It is a very nice
instrument, especially for the price. Being a classical student, it
should serve me for many years.
Dan Eshel
Jun 22, 2004, 11:22:08 AM6/22/04
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Thanks again for the info. Could you please tell me where it is
possible to buy or get information on these guitar on- or off-line?
possible to buy or get information on these guitar on- or off-line?
Dan
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