Seagull Review: SMS

History:

Purchase: After threatening my wife for ages that I would buy a guitar, she took me down to the local guitar shop before christmas where they were having a clearout sale. I guess she thought I was in a midlife crisis and a guitar would be a safer and cheaper christmas present than a Harley Davidson. The Guitar cost €300 second hand.

What I Like About This Seagull SMS: Sound and looks. It was easily the best sounding guitar in the shop and has a nice tobacco finish. Please note, I'm no expert and a jst for fun player.

What I Do NOT Like About The Seagull SMS: I hadn't picked up a guitar in more than twenty years and so going straight to steel strings while out of practice was tough. (My fault not the guitar's) It goes out of tune quite quickly but I think this is due to the fact that we have a very dry appartment. (Again probably not the guitar's fault). I have a grumble with Seagull. The model I have is not in their current collection and I can't find information on their web-site about it. Also, they only list a postal address as a contact. An e-mail or even a fax number would be better.

Seagull SMS Quality Rating: I'm not a muso, but the guitar seems relatively old and still in great condition from looks and sound. So, I'm very happy. I can confidently say though that, if the quality is representative of Seagull guitars, then they are a safe investment.

Review Summary: I'm really pleased with the guitar, it's a joy to play and I'm sure it will keep me happy for a good many years. I'll be really happy once Seagull get their Web site sorted out.

Rating of this Seagull product: 4

This Seagull SMS Acoustic Guitars Review Submitted By: Bernard Clark

Review Date: 2004-01-29