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I’ve been playing guitar a long time, and over the years I’ve bought and sold more guitars, amps, and accessories than I can remember. However, a few select pieces will stay with me for the rest of my life and my Northwood ZIR80-OMV is one of them. This is a luthier-built guitar, not a production guitar. Northwood guitars are hand made by John McQuarrie and his small staff in British Columbia. They are somewhat hard to find, new or used, and usually sell out quickly. I feel fortunate to have been able to acquire this one.
Being primarily a fingerstyle player, I was intrigued by the Ziricote/Redwood combination. I have another OM in Rosewood/Adirondack spruce. While it sounds great, I find I lack the power to drive the Adirondack top to its full potential when playing fingerstyle. Redwood, a relative of cedar, takes less power to bring out the guitar’s subtle nuances and overtones. Another advantage of redwood is that it “opens up” much faster than spruce does. Aesthetically, I think the redwood top is beautiful. It has a more defined grain pattern than cedar and I love the color. The Ziricote back and sides have a fantastic grain pattern. Check out the pictures of this guitar on Dave’s website and you’ll see what I mean. Tonally, I think that Ziricote is similar to rosewood.
I feel that my ZIR80-OMV is an ideal fingerstyle guitar. The build quality and attention to detail is excellent. I haven’t flatpicked it, nor do I intend to, but I would say that if vigorous flatpicking is your game then a spruce top might be a better choice. This is the fifth guitar I’ve purchased from Guitar Adoptions (I still have them all), and as always Dave was happy to discuss the details of the guitar with me before I decided to buy it. If you are looking for a top quality, luthier built instrument, then you really should check out Northwood Guitars. Read the reviews, visit the acoustic guitar discussion boards, and then contact Guitar Adoptions to get your own Northwood guitar.
Jeff Kuhn
Added Jul 17, 2010
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I spent weeks surfing the web and exploring local music stores seeking a new Larrivee L-09E. Eventually, I stumbled across the Guitar Adoptions website, and discovered the most competitive pricing for all Larrivee models. Despite my original intent to buy from a local distributor so as to help support the local economy, I couldn't justify spending four hundred extra dollars to do so! Being new to both internet and guitar shopping, and reluctant to just dive right in to this unfamiliar territory, I picked up the phone, hoping to learn everything I could about the process, and eliminate the uncertainty I felt about conducting this fairly large transaction over the internet. As expected, my call was answered by a machine, and though I left a message, I really didn't anticipate a speedy or informative response. To my surprise, the owner personally returned my call within an hour, and answered my numerous questions patiently and thoroughly, leaving me no option but to buy my guitar from his company. His personal dedication to customer service is exactly what I expect when I deal with suppliers, because it is what I provide when dealing with my own customers. Sadly, it is becoming harder and harder to find such a commitment to service, so when I do discover companies that employ this approach, I feel an obligation to share my good impressions with other consumers. His commitment to honoring the first price he quoted me, even though he'd experienced across the board increases to the Larrivee line between our first conversation and the day that I actually called to order my guitar, convinced me that Dave Schmidt is an honorable individual, and runs an honorable business. This impression was further verified by the fact that the guitar arrived on the date promised, was exactly what I ordered, and wound up costing less than most of the used Larrivees I considered buying from some of the offerings on eBay.
If you're like me, you'll shop long and hard before casually tossing your hard-earned money to just any supplier. You'll want to make a point of exploring all the options available before "pulling the trigger" on such an expenditure. I strongly encourage you to do so! But do make a point of checking out Guitar Adoptions before you make up your mind - you'll probably make the same choice I did, and you won't regret it!
John Deasy
Added Mar 18, 2010
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I recently purchased a Larrivee OM-09 with the "Anna" headstock. The package arrived yesterday well packed and without damage. The guitar is a testament to the fine instruments Larrivee produces. It looks, plays and sounds like a boutique guitar costing thousands of dollars more. I too was apprehensive about purchasing a guitar online that I did not have the opportunity to play beforehand. Dave assured me that the guitar I was inquiring about was "gorgeous" and that the woods used in the construction of this instrument were top notch (it has a "red" sitka spruce top). Everything he told me was absolutly true. It is rare in todays marketplace to find someone who is so knowledgeable, couteous and willing to offer fine instruments and accessories at a fair price. Dave Schmidt's "Guitar Adoptions" is such a company. I look forward to doing more buisness with you in the future.
Thanks Dave!
Raymond B.
Raymond Busutil
Added Mar 11, 2010
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I have bought bass guitars from Dave Schmidt since 2004 . I always keep coming back because honestly he is the BEST in the business. Nobody will compare with Dave regarding quality, service and Price. Dave's instruments are quality products that I feel are geared for musician's that know and appreciate what a good instrument is! THIS I feel-- is what truly separates Dave from anybody else! I consider him not only a salesman, I consider him a friend.
Thanks again Dave for another great bass.
Fred Kraemer
Added Jan 5, 2010
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Dave,
I was reluctant to buy a guitar that was clearance priced; but I had no reason to be reluctant. The guitar arrived and right away I realized I got an exceptional deal. The guitar is a work of art and the Madagascar and Red Spruce combination produce a clear sound with fantastic sustain. It's hard to believe that in time it will sound even better than it does right now. Thanks. Dan
Danny L Martineau
Added Nov 11, 2009
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RE: New Larivee LSV-11e no cut
Dave,
I haven't been able to put the guitar down since it arrived. A real beauty. Thank you for making this purchase very easy. I can see that I don't have to look around for the best place to buy a new guitar in the future...I found that place with you and your company.
All the best!
Rich Gire
Rich Gire
Added Oct 30, 2009
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For those leftys out there seeking an awesome electric guitar the Larivee RS-4 is the perfect choice and Guitar Adoptions is the place to get it. Dave is extremely helpful and worked through a few production hiccups with Larivee to get me a beautiful amber RS-4 a little late but worth the wait.
Bill Hitch
(Self Expression Ink)
Added Oct 17, 2009
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Dear Guitar Adoptions,
Many thanks for your expediency in delivering the Schertler David acoustic guitar amp. The amp arrived two days ahead of schedule and was critical to the success of my performance for a concert in Manhattan. I greatly appreciate your fast, efficient service, great price and excellent communications via email. Thanks again! -- Steve Salerno
Steve Salerno
Added Oct 12, 2009
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Hi Dave-
I just received my 6th Larrivee from you, in as many years.
Just as each one before it, the L-09 arrived in perfect condition.
Wow. Holy smokes.
Shimmering highs; punchy bass.
Beautiful!
Thanks very much.
All the best,
-Mark
Mark Sandstrom
Added Sep 30, 2009
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I recently purchased a beautiful Blonde/Rosewood G&L ASAT Classic. I have to say, this is a fantastic company to do business with! Dave answered my email questions within hours and spent about 20 minutes with me on the phone. The checkout process was simple and shipping was lightning fast. I will definitely do business with Guitar Adoptions again!!
Mark Lauden
Keller, TX
Mark Lauden
Added Sep 3, 2009
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