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Guitar chord forum - chordie → Acoustic → acoustic eletric:
Hey I was just wondering, is there a big difference between the sound of an actual electric acoustic
and an acoustic with a pickup added??
Thanks
I recently tried out a taylor electic/acoustic at a guitar shop over the weekend (not plugged in) and it sounded like a regular acoustic to me. Can't really say if there is a difference when plugged in
KramL,
Most electric/acoustic starts with being acoustic first. It becomes electric once you plug it in to an amp. Having said that, some guitar makers don't follow that rule. Depending on the shape and bowl size/depth, some guitars will sound better plugged in. The sound you get (plugged-in) may also be different, based on the type of amplifier (amp) you use. Since I play both electric and acoustic, I have a different amp for each. The acoustic amp will provide a much warmer sound when plugged in. While electric amp will be more crisp, with additional special effects.
Hope this helps.
Kahuna
I am talking about when they are plugged in,
Is there a general difference between an acoustic with a built in pickup and one that you add the pickup over the sound hole?
I might not know what I'm talking about, but isn't there a difference?
thanks for the help.
KramL,
Most, if not all, acoustic/electric guitars now come with built-in pick-ups. Some even come complete with a chromatic tuner, which is a lifesaver for me! Those sound hole pick ups are cumbersome and they don't sound nearly as good. It helps with older acoustic guitars don't have amplification built in. Just my opinion.
I am talking about when they are plugged in,
Is there a general difference between an acoustic with a built in pickup and one that you add the pickup over the sound hole?
I might not know what I'm talking about, but isn't there a difference?thanks for the help.
Thanks
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