Hello Everyone,
I am a long time lurker looking for a little help navigating Tokai's dizzying array of models. I did own a Tokai Custom (1985? and no idea on the model) about 15 years ago. I sold it as it was not as nice as my other guitars. I am looking to pick up another Tokai and could use a hand. I currently own two Orville by Gibsons (LPC-57R and an LPS) and would like to get something from Tokai that is at least as well built and fun to play as these two guitars. Now, I understand these ObG are pretty expensive now so I do not really care about matching the vintage dollar value as much as I do about matching the build quality.
What would you recommend based on the following preferences?
My budget is flexible but the entry to mid tier is where I prefer to land unless I cannot find a quality guitar in that range. A great "bang fro the buck" would be nice. I am not partial to a new, used or a "vintage" guitar. I want an instrument that plays well. I want a player. I would like something with a bit of flame or figure in the top. Solid would be nice but veneer is OK if the guitar plays well. I do not know the all of the names of Tokai's finishes but I would like a burst of some kind. I am partial to thin nitro finishes but do not mind poly as long as it isn't thick like the neck on a Classic Vibe Squier.
So what are my options?
Thanks!
I am a long time lurker looking for a little help navigating Tokai's dizzying array of models. I did own a Tokai Custom (1985? and no idea on the model) about 15 years ago. I sold it as it was not as nice as my other guitars. I am looking to pick up another Tokai and could use a hand. I currently own two Orville by Gibsons (LPC-57R and an LPS) and would like to get something from Tokai that is at least as well built and fun to play as these two guitars. Now, I understand these ObG are pretty expensive now so I do not really care about matching the vintage dollar value as much as I do about matching the build quality.
What would you recommend based on the following preferences?
My budget is flexible but the entry to mid tier is where I prefer to land unless I cannot find a quality guitar in that range. A great "bang fro the buck" would be nice. I am not partial to a new, used or a "vintage" guitar. I want an instrument that plays well. I want a player. I would like something with a bit of flame or figure in the top. Solid would be nice but veneer is OK if the guitar plays well. I do not know the all of the names of Tokai's finishes but I would like a burst of some kind. I am partial to thin nitro finishes but do not mind poly as long as it isn't thick like the neck on a Classic Vibe Squier.
So what are my options?
Thanks!