In need of a guitar...

[ODogg]

I am in Los Alamitos, California for work and I will be without my Larrivee & Martin for several weeks.  If I weren't such a pansy about it, I could've brought one with me, but I just didn't want to go through the hassle of travelling with them.  Plus, you never know what can happen in transit. 

In short, I need to know if there is any place in near Los Alamitos or Los Angeles that will let me rent a guitar for a short period while I'm here.  I am going crazy not being able to play.  I know that I can't be to picky, so any grade of guitar would be acceptable at this point. 

Thanks for your help. 

[mazareth]

Hi OD,

This isn't a direct answer, but you get Little Martin LX1, LXM or LXK2 for under $300 with a very nice TKL padded gig bag at most decent dealers. I have an LXK2 that while no substitute for my full-sized guitars, plays well and sounds at least decent. I got for travel situations, for taking to lessons through the winter cold, and to have out in my humidity challenged living room.

[d-avido1]

You might consider just buying a quality "cheapo" at one of the big-box retailers.  I believe they will let you return or exchange them for full value within a specified period of time.

[ronmac]

You might consider just buying a quality "cheapo" at one of the big-box retailers.  I believe they will let you return or exchange them for full value within a specified period of time.

If your moral compass points in that direction... :UND>

Personally, I would look for a beater that I could either take back home with me or try to sell (or trade for some other useful item) at the end of my trip.

There should be plenty of rental options in that area.

[d-avido1]

Ronmac...you are so right! 
I have whacked myself several times on the wrist with a metal ruler for what I said! 

[ronmac]

Hey, if you felt pain you should be redeemed. :GRN>

[Peter Cree]

Look for a used parlor. you can resell it pretty quickly.

OR......try the honest approach, walkin the store and explain your situation.  Guitarists understand.

[Edavis]

Why sacrafice?...Go and play at nearby guitar shops-who knows, you might find something you need.

[classicalman]

E-S-T-E-B-A-N

[whiskeyjack]

I was in the same situation last summer.  Stuck in Maryland for ten weeks without a guitar.  I didn't wanna' bring my 000-15S and I REALLY didn't want to buy another guitar.  I ended up renting one from a music store on the north end of Frederick, MD>  It worked out ok at $30 a month.  If you're in the mood to buy another guitar though you might try a pawnshop or two.  Just take care not to pay too much for it.

[ODogg]

Problem solved...maybe.  Luckily, there are several locals in the office here who don't play but have acoustics in their closets.  I have one coming to me on Sunday from one of these generous souls, but I have no idea what the quality of the instrument might be.  At this point, I'd be happy with a yarn-strapped shoebox!  :)  Thanks for your insight everyone!