Hello,
I just wanted to introduce myself, as a new (2005) L-03 owner, from the Chicagoland area. I am completely taken by this simple guitar. It was purchased used in early May, sight-unseen, but it might as well be 'new'. It literally shows NO wear - not even a little fret wear - And, it has to be the most versatile guitar I've ever owned (at ANY price!). I'm so glad I pulled the trigger and bought it, and that I found your site so I can learn more about these wonderful guitars... (future gas).. :drool:
:donut :donut2 :donut :gotdonuts:
Scope
Hey TeleScope
Welcome to the forum and thanks for the donuts. Congratulations on your first Larrivee. I see that the word continues to spread about these great guitars. I've been a Larrivee owner for only 6 or 7 months myself. I welcomed a new OM-03R into the family in November and I've been very pleased with it. I'm expecting to receive a 2005 L-10, courtesy of another forum member, tomorrow. I've heard nothing but praise for these L body Larrivees. You will find that there is a wealth of information collected here on this forum. Most members are very knowlegeble about guitars in general and Larrivees in particular. I'm sure you will find the answer to any questions you may have by simply searching the archives or posing your question here on this forum. Many members have expressed a desire to "gloss-up" the satin finish on the 03 series guitars; if you are interested in that process there's lots of threads complete with photos describing the process.
Feel free to hang out here and contribute in any way that feels comfortable. I'm sure you will find the members here to be friendly and helpful.
I'm curious how you discovered Larrivee guitars and what made you decide to get the L-03 ?
One more thing: We all like to see photos of each others guitars. Try to post some when you can.
:cheers :welcome:
tuffythepug
Welcome aboard!
I've been in and out of the Larrivee fold for the last 12 years.
I bought my first one (well, traded an old Martin for a '94 OM-05) around 1995.
Loved that guitar so much I just gave it to my son. Now he loves it.
I've had an L-03K and an OM-03MT, and almost went for a parlor... but got distracted by some other makes and models along the way (gibson, martin, etc).
I'm waiting on an OMV-50 and the waitin' is getting hard. I think the steady quality of Larrivee brings me back.
Hey TeleScope,
Welcome to the forum! I'm from the windy city as well (Lincoln Park).. where'd you find this winner? Used 03 series Larrivees are the absolute best bargains in the industry, bar none. I got my OM-03 from Jim at Trinity Guitars almost a year and a half ago.. and I'm so pleased with it. It was practically mint and at a price you just couldn't pass by.
Well anyhow, welcome again and let's see some pics!
-dan
Welcome Telescope ,
I've got an L body 12 string thats 23 years old now and bought a used D-02 about 2 years ago . The L body is a great choise and I'm sure the more you play it , the more you'll love it .
Beware ths GAS though , I'm now looking for another myself :whistling:
enjoy ! :nana_guitar
Welcome! My Larrivee GAS started with my mahogany parlor. Loved that so much, I went for a Larri D-10. Hopefully, that'll cure the GAS for while!
:niceguitar: :welcome: :niceguitar:
Howdy...sounds like you got a good one...enjoy!!
:cheers
Blue
Thanks everyone, for your kind welcomes!
I came by this L-03 in the 'buy & sell' section at the UMGF (I don't have a Martin guitar anymore, but I'm there checking things out quite often). A gentleman was selling off some pretty nice guitars - a couple of boutique brands, if I remember correctly. And he also had listed last, this guitar, for what seemed like a terrific price. I already had some interest in the L series, based on the great things I had heard on the 'grape vine' - and some time ago, I was able to pick up and strum a higher-end L series guitar (in Minneapolis, I think). It really is a great shape, and a joy to play. So he describes it as almost unused - since he purchased it for his son, who was more interested in playing electric (I can almost remember that :whistling: ) and the L-03 wasn't getting any use. So I figured - if not now, when?..... if not me, who?.... if not here...that's enough of that! Anyway, here it is - I hope that since I haven't had the time to take my own pics, he won't mind me using the ones he took and sent to me..
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f219/scopacasa/LarriveeL032.jpg)
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f219/scopacasa/LarriveeL031.jpg)
(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f219/scopacasa/LarriveeL033.jpg)
Take care, :donut :donut and :coffee
Scope
Very nice Scope. I've got the exact same guitar. The plain old mahogany L-03 is not plain in any way, shape or form. Mine is ~6 months old and is getting better all the time. It's an awesome all around guitar, extremely versatile. Whether you strum, flatpick or fingerpick...or all three...the L shape in mahogany is tough to beat. Congrats on your acquisition and welcome to one of the friendliest forums on the net.