Hey, all, I'm soon to be starting a guitar as a surprise for a retired friend and was seeking some input. He's a pretty decent picker (and member of the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, played with Jerry Reed back in the day) and his style I would consider closest to a Travis style approach, but with a much lighter touch. I have chosen an OM for this one. Does anyone have any input for a building approach based on player style? I usually see archtops used in this setting, but ummmm....he's not THAT good a friend.
So, again, I chose an OM because, well, I wanted to. Also, the poor guy has been playing a Tele-coustic for the last few years (no excuse for a guitar!) and I thought size-wise this would be a better transition and compromise for him. I have an Englemann top selected and EIRW back and sides.
Tonally, what route would you go? I'm thinking this style is more associated with more fundamental and less overtones - I guess maple or mahogany would be more typical. Is that right? How would you approach EIRW for this?
Eagerly awaiting an education....
