Being pulled in several different directions...

[beej]

Does anyone here use their Silos for shred work, i.e. tapping?

Can you say Vinnie Moore? (Ok, that's the Silo special. Awesome neck on that one too, btw.)

This is so tough to do by description. For example, I know some people don't like the Luke's neck, but I think it's the most comfortable one in the EBMM lineup- and I have big hands. But I also love the Morse and Axis. Likewise, I just can't seem to get into the Petrucci no matter how many times I play one, but I know how many people love it.

Can you find a forumite that lives nearby? Got to be someone with a few of these somewhere close to try out.

Since you're thinking used, you might want to throw caution to the wind and just buy what looks appealing on eBay. Since the used values are pretty stable, you can always flip it for something else without losing any $$$.

 

[Norrin Radd]

Well, if you don't want an uncontoured body and you do want versatility, that rules out the Axis and the Morse. Seems to me the Silo is the right direction (although I would also consider the Petrucci). I think you ought to take a trip to someplace where you can play them all. Too bad you didn't go to the open house, you could have played everything there.

In any event, you will be spending a significant amount of money, take the time to try everything first, or use the 30 day return policy as suggested. Even if you find something you love, you can send it back and start searching for a used one.

Although all of the necks are great (and they actually are!) they still each have their own feel that is unique to the model. I think this, coupled with body woods, are the most important factor in a purchase decision. I would also seriously consider trying some of the maple top models as well (Axis and Y2D). I really dig maple tops for the pop. Only guitar I have without one is my JP6.

In sum, determine what elements of an EBMM you want and find the one that fits the description! Hope that helps.

 

[francric]

You don't need shoes you where sandles!!!

Glenn |B)

That's exactly why he needs shoes, winter is coming........

 

[fogman]

I would have to say the way the neck feels should be the determining factor.
I was gunho on buying the Morse because of it's versatility and I love the look.
But then I tried one and I found I liked the Silo neck better. But that's just me.
I still want a Morse but I will be getting the Silo first.
I know you haven't had the opportunity to try either but have you had the chance to try any of the other EBMMs???

Somebody correct me if I'm wrong but the Silo neck would be closer to the Sub and maybe a little like the Pet.
The Morse neck is skinnier which would be more similar to the Axis and Al?
I haven't had the opportunity to try an Al or Luke yet.

 

[Katana6506]

I haven't had the chance to play any MM guitars yet-our local dealer had none in stock.
I should probably be more specific about the contours I prefer-I don't mind an uncontoured front, but I can't live without a back contour of some type (which the Axis does have.)

Any Ohio forumites out there?

 

[doubleR]

I haven't had the chance to play any MM guitars yet-our local dealer had none in stock.
I should probably be more specific about the contours I prefer-I don't mind an uncontoured front, but I can't live without a back contour of some type (which the Axis does have.)

Any Ohio forumites out there?

Don't be so certain about that uncoutoured front.

We have marathon band practice sessions that start around 5:00 pm and sometimes last until after 10, and after playing that long you want all the creature comforts you can get in a guitar.

Also, I'll be 49 years old in March, and while I'm not old and feeble I'm not a young kid any more so weight and comfort is an issue. (I had knee surgery in April, and when I stand for long periods of time it gets achy.)

Last week I tracked down a Silo Special at a music store here in Southern California. I couldn't believe when I strapped it on--it was the lightest weight guitar I've ever played. Felt like balsa wood compared to a Les Paul or my Morse.