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My new fantastic Altamira

spirospiro Zagreb, CroatiaNew
Hey guys,

Few months ago I received my new guitar which I am more than content with.

It is Altamira oval hole purchased from Djangobooks. (thanks Michael for your fine opinion).

The guitar has it all, except good hardware.

Fantastic sound, a lot of mids, round highs, not too dark nor too dry, just as I prefer.

I compared it side by side with Stochelos recent Eimers Antique, which he sold to my good friend. I must say that Eimers is a great guitar, especially the neck and fingerboard which is ultra comfortable. Also it looks much better. But regarding the sound, much more comes out of the new Altamira (overall Eimers is much better guitar).

Here is the vid so check it out. 3rd solo...

Also check out my buddy Kristijan, which is already a monster player, very talented. He plays theme and first solo:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myBkxL-FwfM
KlausUS

Comments

  • PhilPhil Portland, ORModerator Anastasio
    Posts: 765
    Sounds great! Very nice playing, you have that Gypsy feel to your soloing...thanks for posting enjoy your new guitar. Cheers Phil :D
  • Paul MehlingPaul Mehling sf CA✭✭✭
    Posts: 34
    Does anyone know how I can get in touch with Altamira guitars?
    Their website doesn't seem to have any info about Selmer or Gypsy style guitars...

    thanks!
    ~~pazzo
  • Archtop EddyArchtop Eddy Manitou Springs, ColoradoModerator
    Posts: 589
    Hey Paul. Not sure why but the Maccaferri style guitars are listed under their "workshop" section (lower right hand corner). Looks like they have several styles including a very cool thin-line. As for contact, looks like the only way to reach them is through email under their "contact" section.'

    Here's the workshop link:

    http://www.altamiraguitar.com/Workshop.html

    See you around the block... AE
  • klaatuklaatu Nova ScotiaProdigy Rodrigo Shopis D'Artagnan, 1950s Jacques Castelluccia
    Posts: 1,665
    Spiro,

    Check the fit of the bridge to the top. I recently purchased one of these to use as a beater/travel guitar and found that the bridge had not been properly fitted at the factory, such that there was daylight showing under the bridge feet in spots. Fortunately, this is an easy fix with sandpaper and a little patience. See Josh Hegg's topic here: http://www.djangobooks.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=1200

    Other than that, it's a decently built, great sounding guitar with cheap hardware that can easily be replaced. My only other complaint is that there are no position dots on the side of the fretboard, and I rely on side markers more than the ones on top. Fortunately, this is also an inexpensive fix.
    Benny

    "It's a great feeling to be dealing with material which is better than yourself, that you know you can never live up to."
    -- Orson Welles
  • spirospiro Zagreb, CroatiaNew
    Posts: 114
    Bridge is ok on mine, i even tried to change it with Duponts but the sound is same.

    Its only the rattling truss rod that drives me crazy, my room is too dry
  • spirospiro Zagreb, CroatiaNew
    Posts: 114
    So i changed the bridge again to the Dupont one. And it is really a BIG difference.

    Really great sound for 1000$ guitar.

    Here:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4awif8N1rgM
  • ElliotElliot Madison, WisconsinNew
    Posts: 551
    I really enjoyed that - you guys sound really good!
  • spirospiro Zagreb, CroatiaNew
    Posts: 114
    thanks Elliot
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