Re: What's the deal with Vintage F4s?
Originally Posted by
Joe Dodson
... For example, how would y'all characterize the tone of these?
I've owned a '25 F4 and played several pre-Loar F4's. Generally speaking, the tone of these F4s (2's) is more "woody". I think another way I would describe the tone is maybe last focused or more rounded than F5 tone. They definitely don't have the cutting power of an F5, which is not related to volume. The F4 I had could be very loud. On the other hand, the darker, less focused tone could also produce a more delicate tone than that of an F5 when played light -- not sure if "delicate" is the right word, but its the best one in my head.
Then there is the whole business with pre-Load/post-Loar F4's. While he may not have signed any F4s, he still had an influence. I find myself liking post-Loar F4's over pre-Load F4's -- without exception so far.
As with all posts of this nature, your opinion may vary.
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