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Snowblind
February 13th, 2007, 09:57 PM
What are some good value hollowbody guitars that are aimed at rock music? Im looking to spend around 600 dollars. Thanks.

oldguy
February 13th, 2007, 10:16 PM
What are some good value hollowbody guitars that are aimed at rock music? Im looking to spend around 600 dollars. Thanks.

Here are 22 to look at. I like the looks of the Epi BB King Lucille, and the Gretsch.


http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitar/navigation/electric-guitar-hollow-body-semi-hollow?N=100001+306242+11&page=1

There are some even lower priced if you check around. I'm sure someone around here can tell you how they like the Epi 335 Dot!:D

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitar/navigation/electric-guitar-hollow-body-semi-hollow?N=100001+306242+10&page=1

t_ross33
February 13th, 2007, 10:19 PM
Washburn HB-30 :DR Picked up mine (in gorgeous rockin cherry red no less) for $450 CDN - that's like $100 US or something ;)

It's everybit as good as an Epi Dot that I tried (just my opinion - don't trash me).

Trev

Spudman
February 13th, 2007, 10:28 PM
Samick RL-3. It has a solid main frame and hollow wings (monoframe). It will handle higher volume before feedback than most other hollowbody guitars.

http://www.samickguitar.com/rl3.html

Tim
February 14th, 2007, 04:58 AM
Washburn HB-30 :DR Picked up mine (in gorgeous rockin cherry red no less) for $450 CDN - that's like $100 US or something ;)

It's everybit as good as an Epi Dot that I tried (just my opinion - don't trash me).

Trev

Oh yes, T-Ross hit it dead on the spot. I have had my HB-30 for about 5 years now.

The HB-30 (my avatar) is an excellent guitar for anything; rock, country, metal, R&B, blues and opera. I thought I would throw that last one in there for kicks.

Really the Washburn HB series is an excellent guitar, but really shines when playing jazz.

warren0728
February 14th, 2007, 05:47 AM
i'm really happy with my ibanez artcore....they consistently get good reviews and the build quality on them is amazing!

ww

Tone2TheBone
February 14th, 2007, 10:44 AM
i'm really happy with my ibanez artcore....they consistently get good reviews and the build quality on them is amazing!

ww

That is just a really cool guitar.

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:11 PM
Reverend Manta Ray HB (http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/guitars/set_neck_series/manta_ray_hb.html)

http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/images/guitars/set_neck_series/manta_ray_hb/manta_ray_hb_fm.jpg


Reverend Manta Ray 290 (http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/guitars/set_neck_series/manta_ray_290.html)

http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/images/guitars/set_neck_series/manta_ray_290/manta_ray_290_mapline.jpg

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:12 PM
Reverend Club King HB (http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/guitars/bolt_on_series/club_king_hb.html)

http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/images/guitars/bolt_on_series/club_king_hb/club_king_hb_blue_burst.jpg


Reverend Club King 290 (http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/guitars/bolt_on_series/club_king_290.html)

http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/images/guitars/bolt_on_series/club_king_290/club_king_290_blk.jpg


REverend Club King RT (http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/guitars/bolt_on_series/club_king_rt.html)

http://www.reverendguitars.com/reverend/images/guitars/bolt_on_series/club_king_rt/club_king_rt_rorg.jpg

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:14 PM
Ibanez Artcore AM (http://www.ibanez.com/hollow/series.aspx?s=am)

http://www.ibanez.com/guitars/series-thumbs/AM73TBR.png


Ibanez Artcore AS (http://www.ibanez.com/hollow/series.aspx?s=as)

http://www.ibanez.com/guitars/series-thumbs/AS73BS.png

http://www.ibanez.com/guitars/series-thumbs/AS93BLS.png

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:15 PM
Ibanez Artcore AWD (http://www.ibanez.com/hollow/series.aspx?s=awd)

http://www.ibanez.com/guitars/series-thumbs/AWD83TBL.png

http://www.ibanez.com/guitars/series-thumbs/AWD83TTRD.png

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:18 PM
Schecter C-1 E/A (http://www.schecterguitars.com/spec.asp?id=12)

http://media.schecterguitars.com/imgs/c1_ea_dvs.jpg

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:21 PM
Epiphone Dot (http://www.epiphone.com/default.asp?ProductID=4&CollectionID=1)

http://www.epiphone.com/images/4_01.jpg


Epiphone Dot Studio (http://www.epiphone.com/default.asp?ProductID=228&CollectionID=1)

http://www.epiphone.com/images/228_01.jpg

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:24 PM
Peavey JF-1 EXP (http://www.peavey.com/products/browse.cfm/action/detail/item/113644/number/00532240/cat/262/JF-1%3F+EXP.cfm)

http://www.peavey.com/images/fullsize/00532240.jpg


Peavey JF-2 EXP (http://www.peavey.com/products/browse.cfm/action/detail/item/116325/number/00581580/cat/346/JF-2%3F+EXP.cfm)

http://www.peavey.com/images/fullsize/00581580.jpg

NPauly
February 14th, 2007, 05:28 PM
My Personal favorites are the Reverend or the Ibanez, but any of those should work for you. IMO, try to stay away from larger hollow or semi-hollow bodied guitars for rock since they are prone to acoustic resonance and as a result uncontrollable feedback at loud volumes.

** My preemptive apologies to everyone for the large number of consecutive posts, but I needed to get around the 5 image per post minimum. :o

Tim
February 15th, 2007, 05:00 AM
Hey NPauly - No problem. I am enjoying going through all the links and reviewing the guitars that you posted. They will definitely help Snowblind make a decision from the different models and manufacturers. It will also be good reference for future seekers of hollow body guitars.

Spudman
February 15th, 2007, 08:13 AM
http://www.samickguitar.com/images/rl-3_medm.jpg (http://www.samickguitar.com/images/rl-3.jpg)

You forgot this one: The Samick RL3. It has a solid center and hollow wings. Plays incredibly well and it's acoustic projection is bright and snappy with a nice full bottom.
http://www.samickguitar.com/rl3.html

Snowblind
February 15th, 2007, 08:54 AM
would you guys say that semi hollows are better for rock then hollowbodies. I just took a look at the agile harm1 and it seems interesting..http://www.rondomusic.net/harm1hc.html

Im going today to a local guitar shop. They dont sell epiphones there so ill try a bunch of ibanez hollowbodies.

oldguy
February 15th, 2007, 09:10 AM
Samick RL-3. It has a solid main frame and hollow wings (monoframe). It will handle higher volume before feedback than most other hollowbody guitars.

http://www.samickguitar.com/rl3.html

Yes, semi-hollow is better for rock, hollow will result in uncontrollable feedback and howling at high volumes.
And the Samick RL-3 is an excellent guitar. I had one, and a friend at work wanted it so bad he kept upping the offer until I finally sold it for almost twice what I paid for it. Fit and finish were excellent.

Snowblind
February 15th, 2007, 09:20 AM
I actually just fell in love with the lookes of the epiphone wildkat.http://www.music123.com/Epiphone-Wildkat-Hollowbody-Guitar-i40269.music

Ill be sure to check that one out aswell. Not that colour though.

oldguy
February 17th, 2007, 12:07 AM
Or in case you decide not to play what everybody else plays....


http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Alamo-Guitar-Vox-Teardrop-Bizarre-Teisco-CASE_W0QQitemZ300080104086QQihZ020QQcategoryZ38085 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

And be sure to check these out...

t_ross33
February 17th, 2007, 12:26 AM
In addition to taming some of the resonant feedback at high volume, a semi-hollowbody would have more sustain. I really like the fullness my HB-30 has, as well as the ability to use controlled feedback. A semi-hollowbody should be as identifiable for rock music as a strat IMHO. Clapton played one in Cream. Alex Lifeson of Rush played a 335 almost exclusively on most of their pre-Premanent Waves (1980) albums. Chuck Berry, BB King, etc. etc.

Before going with the Washburn, I tried Ibanez artcores and Epi Dots. I would have no problem recommending any one of them. The Epi Wildcat might be a bit too hollow for higher gain settings, though I must say I do love the look.

Even at the relatively low stage volumes our band runs, (or tries to run ::R ) I can still feel the resonance through my HB-30 and I do get some overtones that I am trying to work out.

duhvoodooman
February 17th, 2007, 07:20 AM
Another vote for the Epi Dot, an ES-335 for those of us unable or unwilling to drop $2500 on a Gibson. I got one used off eBay and love it. If I was buying one new, THIS (http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Epiphone-DOT-Deluxe-Flametop-Semi-Hollowbody-Electric-Guitar?sku=512456) is what I'd go for. This model is currently selling at MF for the same price as the base Dot model, and offers the flame maple top, upgraded Classic '57 p'ups, and gold hardware. What a value!!

http://img3.musiciansfriend.com/dbase/pics/products/6/0/8/438608.jpg

r_a_smith3530
February 17th, 2007, 02:41 PM
A friend of mine picked up a used Samick 335 style guitar a while back. At the time, the shop had a new Gregg Bennett version and an Epi Dot. The older Samick had a lot more character than either the Epi or the new Samick.

Years ago, I had a Hohner 335 clone that was very nice, but I don't believe those are made any more.

As for using one of these for rock, think Chuck Berry, Ted Nugent, and Stray Cat Brian Setzer. All used hollows (semi hollows) to create their great sounds!

snarph
February 17th, 2007, 06:39 PM
http://www.rondomusic.net/harm1hc.html

t_ross33
February 17th, 2007, 11:12 PM
Oscar Schmidt OE30 (http://www.oscarschmidt.com/product/oe30dl.htm)

The "Squier" of Washburn for the budget conscious. I've heard that these are decent enough, though certainly not in 335 territory quality/tone or price-wise.

oldguy
February 18th, 2007, 09:17 AM
Spend the extra $100, get the Epiphone BB King Lucille.
You'll get the 6-way Varitone and stereo output, the guitar's made to supress feedback (no F holes), and it just plain looks cool.:cool:

sunvalleylaw
February 18th, 2007, 07:31 PM
Know nothing about these, but here is the MF stupid deal today for a few more hours, seems to fit the bill:

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/stupid

SuperSwede
February 19th, 2007, 04:03 AM
Here´s a phat cat that I like a lot, the Epiphone Alleykat. Imagine having a Classic´57 and a NY mini humbucker. Could easily be one of the more versatile hollowbodies.
http://www.zzounds.com/item--EPIALLEYKAT

http://cachepe.zzounds.com/media/fit,400by400/quality,85/brand,zzounds/p11287B-2df4916a9e2a1fc0a2302d3694047591.jpg

r_a_smith3530
February 20th, 2007, 04:37 PM
And, if you like Kats (or Epi's for that matter), or if you are a fan of that classic P90 sound, there's also the Wildkat! A Kat of a different stripe (so to speak).

Epi Wildkat (http://www.zzounds.com/item--EPIETBKCB)

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