What is the difference in sound between OM 60 and D60

[memphis larrivee]

I am considering buying a new guitar.  I lead worship and play live every week so I need a guitar that sounds great live.  Currently I have a  L-03RE with Baggs Element pickup. Sounds great but just have a guitar itch and can finally afford one. 

At first I was considering a D60 due to the dread and can take a pounding.....Then really starting looking at Taylor GS8 with Spruce and Rosewood back with the Expression system.  Having a hard time getting over the Taylor brightness of sound though.  I guess I am just used to the Larrivee sound.  I am a strummer player though.  That is how I play so need something that will respond well to that.

What would a Larrivee OM 50 or 60 sound like in comparison?  I like the look and think the body style might fit me well.  I don't know much about the OM sound though??  Will it sound like a dread?  Thanks for any input!

[tikabear]

I like the look of OM's too.  They are very comfortable to play but neither will sound like a dread or an L body for that matter.  You'll lose volume and bass yet I don't know how they would sound plugged in.  Good to hear from you again.

[tonejones]

IMHO the OM's have amazing balance across the strings.  Yes, you will lose some bass and volume when compared to a dred or L, but the OM will give you a sweetness and balance that the others do not offer.  With electronics, the volume should be less of an issue.  OM's are good for fingerpicking and strumming, but I would argue that they are far more fingerpicker friendly than strummer friendly.

[Mr_LV19E]

IMHO the OM's have amazing balance across the strings.  Yes, you will lose some bass and volume when compared to a dred or L, but the OM will give you a sweetness and balance that the others do not offer.  With electronics, the volume should be less of an issue.  OM's are good for fingerpicking and strumming, but I would argue that they are far more fingerpicker friendly than strummer friendly.

[AtlasHeating]

I have used the following guitars to lead people in singing. Martin HD-28, Larrivee L-03, Larrivee OM-03R, and Epiphone Masterbuilt AJ 500R. Each guitar has strengths and weaknesses. The Martin is my best sounding guitar and it strums very well. I have the best and most natural pickup in it with the Fishman Ellipse Blend. The L -03 can hold its own in most situations but I am not as crazy about the KK pure western Pickup. I currently have heavy strings tuned down 1 whole step. The Om -03R has light strings and a fishman rare earth blend pickup. It does not strum well plugged in. Great for playing up the neck but not as much volume. I sold the Epiphone.