brez9091 Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 I removed the pick up from this cherry Golden Eagle. I'm not crazy about the pick guard shape and I just thought it look so beautiful in its natural state. Can you all understand why I might prefer it this way? I wondering if you might agree or disagree with this move, after looking at the two photos before and after.
Gitfiddler Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 Oh yes! I like it very much sans guard and p'up. How does she sound acoustically? And more importantly...How do YOU like her now?
brez9091 Posted October 18, 2015 Author Posted October 18, 2015 Part of the reason I was comfortable with removing the pick guard and pick up was because of how great she sounded acoustically. And like a beautiful woman, I found this one didn't need any enhancements at all. If I ever did add a pick guard of my own choosing I think I would choose off-white. Thank you for your input!
Spectrum13 Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 I only see a classic beauty without the pickup and guard. The curves of the scratch guard draw my attention.
DetroitBlues Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 You lost the pickup, but if you don't need to amplify, then you made a great choice. Looks awesome either way. What's important is how it looks to you....
bolero Posted October 18, 2015 Posted October 18, 2015 looks great either way!! I used my Eagle like that for a while too, acoustic got the idea after Curly brought one to the Pilgrimage, it was pretty cool
brez9091 Posted October 18, 2015 Author Posted October 18, 2015 I have to make the pilgrimage myself one day. Thank you everyone for all your feedback.
Gitfiddler Posted October 19, 2015 Posted October 19, 2015 If you ever consider going 'full acoustic' but WITH another pickguard, here's a shot of Jay Wolfe's amazing "Rhythm Eagle" for reference. It's one of my favorite pickguard styles for Golden Eagles.
yoslate Posted October 19, 2015 Posted October 19, 2015 If you ever consider going 'full acoustic' but WITH another pickguard, here's a shot of Jay Wolfe's amazing "Rhythm Eagle" for reference. It's one of my favorite pickguard styles for Golden Eagles. This!!!
Stringman Posted October 19, 2015 Posted October 19, 2015 Yup, I absolutely get it! That's a beauty of a guitar with or without the pickup/pick guard. I have always loved "F-Hole" guitars and currently own 4 of my own and play they a lot. The one thing I would ask and then advise is: Do you strum hard? If you do, then I would advise something removable that would protect the finish on the guitar at the down stroke of your strum. They make self sticking clear guards that would protect your finish and not detract from the look you're going for. Just a thought. If you're a light player of a finger picker, this is a moot point. Beautiful guitar with or without.
SofaPlayer Posted October 24, 2015 Posted October 24, 2015 It looks very nice without the pickguard but I wouldn't want to go without the possibility to amplify this guitar. I'm sure it really shines amplified. That Rhythm Eagle however is out of this world.
Ned Posted October 25, 2015 Posted October 25, 2015 You have a beautiful instrument. The older style pick guards have sharper corners and more pronounced shapes. Yours is a great example. The color is super fine. Here is a photo of a Sweet 16 with a pointy pick guard and an acoustic without. When I am comping 4 to the bar sometimes I miss the pickguard.
Quietflame Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 Stunning cherry GE. Either way you are happy. I may like the look a little better sans pickguard. The Rhythm GE is outrageous. QF
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