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Post by salejb on Dec 22, 2014 14:32:34 GMT
Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum, so please forgive me if this question has already been dealt with, or if I'm asking it in the wrong place. I'm about to buy my first resonator guitar (yeah!). I've been playing for years, but don't know much about these babies :-) There's a brass bodied Dobro for sale nearby, and I can't find information about it anywhere. I do have the serial number: M12 1184 94B. I have gathered that M12 may be the model, and that 94 should be a reference to the date it was made (one of the last OMIs then.). B means the body is brass. Correct? The resonator cover makes me think it must be a spider bridge, but here again, I haven't seen it yet. The seller has sent me a few recordings, and the Dobro sounds pretty good! It just seems a bit expensive comp ared to other OMI metal Dobros, but hard to say since I don't have much info on this particular model to weigh the price: he asks 1800€ for it (about £1400). Should I negociate, or is it fairly priced? Thanks for reading, JB (Lyon, France) Attachments:
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2014 15:28:09 GMT
Its definitely a biscuit - no spider
probably a 10.5 cone too.
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Post by salejb on Dec 22, 2014 16:08:45 GMT
Alright, thanks. Would it be accurate to set a parallel between this Dobro and a model 33H, but with a laquer finish instead of the Hawaian etching?
Once again, thanks for your time and assistance.
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Post by Michael Messer on Dec 22, 2014 17:34:47 GMT
Hi Salejb, Welcome to our forum. The B in the serial number does not tell us that it is brass, it tells us that it is metal. As a painted metal body it is most likely made of steel. The 10.5 inch biscuit-bridge resonator cone is the original cone. The reason for that coverplate being used is because that coverplate is a Dobro signature feature. This guitar can also be fitted with a Dobro-style spider-bridge resonator cone. I do not get involved with valuations on here, but I will say that I think it is priced too high. It is collectable and it is a 20 year old OMI Dobro, but in mine and other 'experts' opinions, this was not a great time for Dobro and that is reflected in the quality of their instruments in the last years of their existence. If I were going to consider buying a Dobro from the dealer you are talking to, I would go for this one. It is well priced and looks beautiful.... It is in extremely good condition. I would make them an offer. fr.audiofanzine.com/guitare-resonateur/gibson/dobro-model-27-1934/petites-annonces/i.434005.htmlI hope that is helpful information Shine On Michael |
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Post by salejb on Dec 22, 2014 17:43:41 GMT
Thank you, very helpful information indeed ! The 1934 model 27 is already sold... I checked :-)
Cheers!
JB
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Post by Michael Messer on Dec 22, 2014 17:50:50 GMT
Hi JB,
There is nothing wrong with the OMI, but it is a little expensive.
Shine On
Michael
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Post by salejb on Dec 22, 2014 18:11:58 GMT
Just a last question, if I may: is "M12" the model? Not a reference I can find on the net... And just how rare are painted metal bodies on Dobros (fairly common on Nationals aren't they?).
If I like it after I try it, I'll make a lower offer. Thanks again for coroborating my impression.
Thanks again!!
JB
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Post by waffle on Dec 22, 2014 18:42:20 GMT
JB,
Agree with Michael,that Dobro is a bit to over priced,just take your time,i personally would keep looking and i bet you could find a nice vintage Dobro for that sort of price,or a 90's Dobro for half that price easily.
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Post by Michael Messer on Dec 22, 2014 18:59:30 GMT
Hi JB,
Yes the M12 is the model name. The painted metal bodied OMI Dobros are not common, they are quite rare.
Shine On
Michael
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Post by waffle on Dec 22, 2014 19:39:10 GMT
Michael,
I am almost certain i read a review you did of this model alongside a couple of other resonators way back?
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Post by pascal on Dec 22, 2014 20:58:45 GMT
Hi JB, Yes the M12 is the model name. The painted metal bodied OMI Dobros are not common, they are quite rare. Shine On Michael Yep and no one sought after that much... My good friend and teacher Alain Giroux had one for a short time back in the 70' It's a good "geetar" but not a real National, and not so easy to sell if you change your mind. For 1500€ or so it !s quiet easy to find a shiny Dobro model 90 . (and it is an heavy geetar!) Bonjour à Lyon capitale de Guignol. |
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Post by salejb on Dec 23, 2014 11:02:49 GMT
What about this one: www.guitare-village.com/occasion/acoustiques/acoustique_635.php ? I do like the Baroque pattern of models 66. Anyone could tell me if this Dobro is worth investigating? It is a bit far from home, I don't want to drive if it's not worth it... It's been for sale for quite a while now. Bad sign? Maybe it's just the baroque patterns that throw people off... And this one: www.vintageguitars.fr/en/guitare-dobro-60-4-244.html ? This 1972 model 60-D has been for sale for two years now, but this is a very serious seller apparently. What's the problem? Should I open a new topic? Thanks again, and yes Pascal: Bonjour de Lyon! Where are you from? |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2014 12:45:21 GMT
The problem is that is not a sellers market. To shift it, he either waits or drops the price.
I like both of them, but I have no money blues.
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