Full transition? Or hold off?

NoodleFace · 08-14-2007, 10:31 PM

I started playing 7's about a month and a half ago. I loved it immediately when I got it (1527), and quickly adjusted. Problem now seems when I pick up my 6 (RG3120, prestige as well), the neck feels like a toy and I also play a lot sloppier. My hands over-compensate for the smaller neck, sweeping is definitely harder, and it seems a lot more comfortable for me to play a 7. Also.. my 6 is tuned to B for my band.

My question to you guys that have been in this situation, did you do a full transition to 7's only?

Reason asking is 1st because of the comfort, but second I've been offered a very mint 7620 in black (D-sonic) from a forumite for my RG3120. Now, I know the 3120 has a little bit more in terms of looks and the stock pickups, but I'm considering this deal to go full 7. Can anyone offer insight into this? My 3120 was my first real guitar I bought with my own money, actually $600 discontinued (worth a bit more I think), so it's kind of sentimental. But I'm not sure what I should do. Also, is this a fair trade or will I be losing out a bit?

I'll still have a 6, a Gibson LP Custom, but it's just too difficult to use for what I play and beat up from the years.

Just looking for some thoughts on this. Thanks guys.

Nickplaysguitar · 08-14-2007, 10:48 PM

i personally hate playing 6 strings, i would never go back to a 6 string lol, i have a couple nice ones but they never get played =\

my 6 strings are sentimental to me id never sell them

OzzyC · 08-14-2007, 10:50 PM

I did it.

Of couse, still being fairly new to playing (2 years) I didn't have a 'good' guitar to ponder over. About the only reason I might ever have to use a sixxer would be lessons- or the fact that an acoustic 7 is a rare sight. I like 7s better- why not go with them all the time.

You might not choose the same, but it's your decision and only a matter of preference.

Karl Hungus · 08-14-2007, 10:53 PM

I've been juggling 6's and 7's for a while, but lately, I just seem to have gravitated towards 7's full time. Now there's only one 6 that I want to keep.

playstopause · 08-14-2007, 10:58 PM

Keep a 6-strings. You'll need it to fool around with from time to time... Only to come back to the evidence : 7's feel better.

See? They serve a purpose.

I get the same impression when i play a 6 now.
My fingers feels like they're double sized for the neck and it does miss a string.

JBroll · 08-14-2007, 11:08 PM

I go back and forth, but I'm always wishing that both necks were a little beefier (yeah, my seven is a Schecter... I'm an odd one) - my seven is more versatile, my six is a thrash monster.

Jeff

Samer · 08-14-2007, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBroll

I go back and forth, but I'm always wishing that both necks were a little beefier (yeah, my seven is a Schecter... I'm an odd one) - my seven is more versatile, my six is a thrash monster.

Jeff

You actually play guitar? I thought you just came on this board to argue with liberals?

JBroll · 08-15-2007, 12:10 AM

Their subtly hidden communist plot to destroy humanity inspires me to rock like nothing else can.

Jeff

yevetz · 08-15-2007, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by playstopause

Keep a 6-strings. You'll need it to fool around with from time to time... Only to come back to the evidence : 7's feel better.

See? They serve a purpose.

I get the same impression when i play a 6 now.
My fingers feels like they're double sized for the neck and it does miss a string.

NoodleFace · 08-15-2007, 12:48 AM

You guys aren't making this any easier :o

08-14-2007, 10:31 PM	#1
NoodleFace Delicious Noodles Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Taunton, MA Posts: 147 Main Seven: Ibanez UV7BK Rig: ENGL Powerball Thanked: 15 / 1	Full transition? Or hold off? I started playing 7's about a month and a half ago. I loved it immediately when I got it (1527), and quickly adjusted. Problem now seems when I pick up my 6 (RG3120, prestige as well), the neck feels like a toy and I also play a lot sloppier. My hands over-compensate for the smaller neck, sweeping is definitely harder, and it seems a lot more comfortable for me to play a 7. Also.. my 6 is tuned to B for my band. My question to you guys that have been in this situation, did you do a full transition to 7's only? Reason asking is 1st because of the comfort, but second I've been offered a very mint 7620 in black (D-sonic) from a forumite for my RG3120. Now, I know the 3120 has a little bit more in terms of looks and the stock pickups, but I'm considering this deal to go full 7. Can anyone offer insight into this? My 3120 was my first real guitar I bought with my own money, actually $600 discontinued (worth a bit more I think), so it's kind of sentimental. But I'm not sure what I should do. Also, is this a fair trade or will I be losing out a bit? I'll still have a 6, a Gibson LP Custom, but it's just too difficult to use for what I play and beat up from the years. Just looking for some thoughts on this. Thanks guys.

08-14-2007, 10:50 PM	#3
OzzyC :ubersquint: Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: USA Posts: 3,313 Real Name: AntonioPetrucci Main Seven: RG1527RB Main ERG: I can has ERG? Rig: GNX3000 Thanked: 17	I did it. Of couse, still being fairly new to playing (2 years) I didn't have a 'good' guitar to ponder over. About the only reason I might ever have to use a sixxer would be lessons- or the fact that an acoustic 7 is a rare sight. I like 7s better- why not go with them all the time. You might not choose the same, but it's your decision and only a matter of preference. You've got your head down You've got your eyes closed You look so pitiful now Your body encrusted with ash Breath heavy with toxins Hair singed and matted Clothes frayed and burnt You are left with nothing

08-14-2007, 10:53 PM	#4
Karl Hungus Mimetic polyalloy Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Ireland Posts: 3,982 Main Seven: EBMM JP7, Stealth 7 Rig: ENGL Invader 100 !!! Thanked: 182	I've been juggling 6's and 7's for a while, but lately, I just seem to have gravitated towards 7's full time. Now there's only one 6 that I want to keep. http://www.myspace.com/enrapturedeire karlhungus.com - Reviews, opinions and more!

08-14-2007, 10:58 PM	#5
playstopause President / RHLC © Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Posts: 11,718 Real Name: J-F / "Frenchy" Main Seven: Ibanez S7420FMTW Main ERG: 82-strings hockey stick Rig: Bloody~VHT Pitbull45 Thanked: 49	Keep a 6-strings. You'll need it to fool around with from time to time... Only to come back to the evidence : 7's feel better. See? They serve a purpose. I get the same impression when i play a 6 now. My fingers feels like they're double sized for the neck and it does miss a string. Become one of us or die, fuckers. / Rick - RHLC V-P. RIP Garcia3441

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08-14-2007, 10:48 PM	#2
Nickplaysguitar ss.org Regular Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: antioch, california Posts: 36 Thanked: 2	i personally hate playing 6 strings, i would never go back to a 6 string lol, i have a couple nice ones but they never get played =\ my 6 strings are sentimental to me id never sell them

08-14-2007, 11:08 PM	#6
JBroll Hard-On For Freedom Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Antonio, TX, USA Posts: 2,540 Thanked: 18	I go back and forth, but I'm always wishing that both necks were a little beefier (yeah, my seven is a Schecter... I'm an odd one) - my seven is more versatile, my six is a thrash monster. Jeff

08-15-2007, 12:10 AM	#8
JBroll Hard-On For Freedom Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: San Antonio, TX, USA Posts: 2,540 Thanked: 18	Their subtly hidden communist plot to destroy humanity inspires me to rock like nothing else can. Jeff

08-15-2007, 12:48 AM	#10
NoodleFace Delicious Noodles Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Taunton, MA Posts: 147 Main Seven: Ibanez UV7BK Rig: ENGL Powerball Thanked: 15 / 1	You guys aren't making this any easier :o


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