On Wednesday, October 23, 1996 at 12:00:00 AM UTC-7, Tom Hartman wrote:

I was in a shop the other day and played two Taylors, one about 1900
that had single cutaway and a pickup, which I really liked, and one that
was non-amplified for about 2300, which I absolutely loved. Not to boomy
like a Martin, crystal clear, and played like a champ.

Then the other night I noticed a country artist named Ken Chesney
playing a single cutaway Takamine that looked, and sounded great. I know
I don't have model numbers here, but is this Takamine a different
ballgame (i.e., not remotely as good) or is that line worth checking
out? I must say the Taylors were extremely impressive.

Thanks for any input!

Tom Hartman
--
"Let me explain something to you Walsh...this business takes a certain
amount of finesse." ---"Chinatown"

It really depends on how you will use it. If you are going to be unplugged most of the time, get the Taylor, nothing sounds better unplugged. But plugged in is a whole different story. My friend has an 814CE and I have a Tak P5DC. The Tak has a cool
tube pre-amp that creates an incredible sound. My friend and I agree that the Tak wins hands down when plugged in. I think that's why you are seeing so many more musicians performing with the Taks.

At the end of the day, it will always be a personal choice based on what you like. But if play plugged in. Make sure you test both against the type of system you will be using. BTW, the P5 is less than half the price of a 814CE coming in at around $1,
800. So, if price is a consideration Tak will win hands down. Good luck in your search.

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