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[SigmaB]

I'm going to purchase a new guitar today or tomorrow. I've checked with all of the dealers to discuss stock, shipping, etc.

it is now between 2.

USA Select King V KV2 vs. USA Select Soloist SL2H


Both have Floyd Rose Trem systems.

The main purpose will be for recording and home use. Basically which one would you choose? I know there will be a lot of discussion about V's vs. standard guitars and so forth. Please keep in mind that I set with the guitar in the classical position any way.

Basically what would you choose and why?
I'll let you all know what Finishes that I have decided between later.

Thanks!

[wulfe13]

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I just dig the Soloists! Always have!

[Ozz666]

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I like the neck on the KV's and I'm a pointy guitar only guy. Everyone has Soloists too. SL's are a little nicer to play sitting down though. Also take into acct. the pups equipped on each. The case on the SL's is smaller which is nice too.

- Joel

[pagemalicious]

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I voted the SL. It would be easier to transport it around. I find strat shapes to be more comfortable nower days. I already play guitars in the classical position so that doesn't bother me.

[neilli]

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The KV has a 'speed neck' which is thinner, so to a degree it depends on your preference.....

[SigmaB]

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I won't be transporting the guitar anywhere. it will only be used for home use and recording. I just want to buy the best guitar that I can at the moment.

[1trussell]

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Well, both guitars are equal to each other. They just offer a few different options: body shape, neck, etc. One is not better or worse than the other. For me, traditional style guitars are just my thing. But I don't think you can go wrong either way.

[thetroy]

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The Soloist is cheaper, it wins.

[YetAnotherOne]

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Personally I'd go with the Soloist, they're just more comfortable for knocking around the house.

[kmanick]

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and yet another vote for the soloist, I have an sl2H, and an SL1 and they are the ones I always end up playing the most.

[MetalMedal II]

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I chose the soloist, basically because you said this:

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The main purpose will be for recording and home use.

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It's so much easier to wield a soloist shape around compared to the larger KV, especially when working in a smaller space. Don't get me wrong, I love the V's as well as explorers, etc, but they need more room to breathe...like a stage!

[Johnnyryche]

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I love my SL2H and wouldn't mind getting another one or two. I just prefer the soloist shape over the V.

[RR05xx]

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Neither. IF you really like the classical position, an RR is the way to go.

My $0.02.

[magh8]

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prefer soloists way more comortable

[xenophobe]

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I'd choose the KV... you can set it down, and it won't slide over and fall. [img]/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

Very important if you're around the studio or house, and need to set it down somewhere you don't readily have a stand. [img]/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img]