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My parents gifted me an original Silvertone 1449 with the amp in the case in the early 60's. I played that guitar for many years, finally wearing deep grooves in the frets, and subsequently moving on to a "better" guitar.Remembering the good old days, and realizing how lucky I was to start out on what is now considered by some as an iconic instrument, I have missed that guitar.I've been eyeballing this re-issue for some time now and finally took the plunge. I felt a little guilty about placing the order as I have other guitars, BUT, after receiving this item, I'm glad I pulled the pin.PROSThe red sparkle sunburst is the same color as my original, with a higher quality look.The same bright tones as the original from the single coil lipstick pickups.An adjustable individually compensated bridge.The "C" shaped neck like I remember with nicely finished fingerboard and fret ends.A dual action truss rod.Fit and finish is excellent on my example.CONSThe re-issue lacks the white textured binding that covered the entire edge of the original.It's heavier due to the solid body construction (the original body was masonite and plywood)As delivered the intonation was somewhat off on several strings (easily remedied via the adjustable bridge)Overall I really like the re-issue and I'm glad I ordered it. It is similar enough to the original to bring back fond memories, yet in many ways far exceeds it.

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Right out of the box it sounded great, good setup. More versatile than expected, I'm absolutely in love. Great guitar at a very reasonable price.

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Saw this little gem and had to have it! Ordered on a Thursday afternoon and was delivered Saturday morning- aside during a snowstorm! Was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this guitar, especially for the price. I remember these guitars from when I was young, and I always thought they were cool looking in a funky way. Guitar plays nicely and sounds good. Had to tweak action and intonation a little after changing to my preferred strings. All in all, a great little guitar for a great price!

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Had one of the Silvertones in the &70'. This is a great reproduction with modern refinements. Good setup right out of the box. Very fun to play. Wish they would produce the" amp in the case" like my first one had. The web site for service & registration has much to be desired. Otherwise a great find.

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Did my research and pulled the trigger. I've had it for two days and the playability of this guitar right out of the box was absolutely perfect. Set up was perfect. All the frets were even the intonation was spot on. I changed the strings oiled the fret board and polished the frets. Sounds highly dynamic. The neck is on par with a PRS, it just feels right. I would buy Silvertone again.