So my new resonator arrived yesterday and I used it extensively last night in a pit orchestra rehearsal for a show I'm doing this weekend.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...g?t=1184782064
It's a Republic. I was eyeballin' a National Delphi but this thing had all the features I was looking for at 1/3 the price. I haven't played a Delphi but I doubt it sounds 3 times better.
Decent quality, gorgeous growly LOUD sound and a pretty finish. I'm happy.
I don't think I'll need to amplify it for the show since the acoustic guitar is only needed in some of the quieter numbers and this sucker can project. However, when I play it for church I will need to put it into the PA.
So... any suggestions on how to amplify it?
I have about given up on getting an acceptable sound out of a piezo system. I'd much rather mount a mic inside it or something like that.