TakeLuck
2006-02-20 21:46:46 UTC
First, I apologize if this is too long.
I recently had to replace my "beginner guitar" because it was damaged
when it got knocked off its stand. It was an Olympia by Tacoma and was
a great guitar, especially for a laminate top. It would have cost more
to fix it than it was worth at that point though so I decided it was
time for an upgrade.
My research started on the Internet of course and before long I came
across the Zager guitar site. After quite a bit of surfing and reading
I called Zager and decided to purchase a ZAD50 blem with a molded blem
case. (When I called BTW, I spoke to Dennis Zager Jr., not a call
center or an automated recording. I actually called and ordered mine on
a Sunday afternoon!)
If you don't know anything about them you can check them out at
zagerguitar.com. But if you've been a member of this group for long,
you probably have read plenty already. Which brings me to the reason I
am writing this review.
There seems to be plenty of people that want to dismiss Zager guitars.
I did read one review (from Lumpy I believe) that seemed to be
legitimate but most of the negative stuff comes from people who have
never even seen a Zager guitar, much less played one. So I thought I
would post a review from someone that actually purchased one.
Upon receipt, I could not tell that either the guitar or the case was
blemished, but it did save me about $80. The one I ordered had the
natural finish and it looked perfect. The fit and finish is excellent.
It is a very attractive guitar.
Now to qualify my review of how this guitar plays, I will tell you that
I have only been playing for about three years. And although I own a
low-end acoustic I have played more expensive models in music stores.
That being said, the Zager is the easiest guitar I have ever played.
The action is very low and easy on the fingers. No buzzing. But just in
case there is buzzing they include access to a video on the web on how
to adjust the neck to raise the stings. There are also videos about
changing strings and using a capo. This is truly a business and guitar
that caters to the beginner and IMHO, does an excellent job.
Now...... before anybody starts accusing me of being related to the
Zagers, let me tell you that I returned the guitar. But not because of
workmanship, or poor quality, or anything that was actually wrong with
the guitar. My reason for returning it was that it didn't have the tone
I was looking for. I wanted a little more bass (I ended up with a
Martin DX1). But the Zager sounds great and projects well. It just
wasn't the sound I was looking for.
So to finish my review, I can also add that they stand behind their
100% money back, no questions asked, guarantee. They even refund
shipping both ways. I contacted them, they emailed me a UPS label and
refunded my full purchase price upon receipt of the guitar.
This was easily the best experience I have had dealing with an Internet
retailer and I didn't even keep the guitar!
So I can't guarantee that you will love the guitar, (although there is
a good chance you will) I can promise you will enjoy excellent customer
service from great people. At least I did. ;)
I recently had to replace my "beginner guitar" because it was damaged
when it got knocked off its stand. It was an Olympia by Tacoma and was
a great guitar, especially for a laminate top. It would have cost more
to fix it than it was worth at that point though so I decided it was
time for an upgrade.
My research started on the Internet of course and before long I came
across the Zager guitar site. After quite a bit of surfing and reading
I called Zager and decided to purchase a ZAD50 blem with a molded blem
case. (When I called BTW, I spoke to Dennis Zager Jr., not a call
center or an automated recording. I actually called and ordered mine on
a Sunday afternoon!)
If you don't know anything about them you can check them out at
zagerguitar.com. But if you've been a member of this group for long,
you probably have read plenty already. Which brings me to the reason I
am writing this review.
There seems to be plenty of people that want to dismiss Zager guitars.
I did read one review (from Lumpy I believe) that seemed to be
legitimate but most of the negative stuff comes from people who have
never even seen a Zager guitar, much less played one. So I thought I
would post a review from someone that actually purchased one.
Upon receipt, I could not tell that either the guitar or the case was
blemished, but it did save me about $80. The one I ordered had the
natural finish and it looked perfect. The fit and finish is excellent.
It is a very attractive guitar.
Now to qualify my review of how this guitar plays, I will tell you that
I have only been playing for about three years. And although I own a
low-end acoustic I have played more expensive models in music stores.
That being said, the Zager is the easiest guitar I have ever played.
The action is very low and easy on the fingers. No buzzing. But just in
case there is buzzing they include access to a video on the web on how
to adjust the neck to raise the stings. There are also videos about
changing strings and using a capo. This is truly a business and guitar
that caters to the beginner and IMHO, does an excellent job.
Now...... before anybody starts accusing me of being related to the
Zagers, let me tell you that I returned the guitar. But not because of
workmanship, or poor quality, or anything that was actually wrong with
the guitar. My reason for returning it was that it didn't have the tone
I was looking for. I wanted a little more bass (I ended up with a
Martin DX1). But the Zager sounds great and projects well. It just
wasn't the sound I was looking for.
So to finish my review, I can also add that they stand behind their
100% money back, no questions asked, guarantee. They even refund
shipping both ways. I contacted them, they emailed me a UPS label and
refunded my full purchase price upon receipt of the guitar.
This was easily the best experience I have had dealing with an Internet
retailer and I didn't even keep the guitar!
So I can't guarantee that you will love the guitar, (although there is
a good chance you will) I can promise you will enjoy excellent customer
service from great people. At least I did. ;)