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Thanks, folks, for the comments. Helpful discussion... Well, I pulled the plug on a JVT 59. It's beautiful, and I'm digging it. After hacking away on some really fine instruments, I'm pretty impressed with the build. While I've got you, I think an immediate need is to replace the tuners. Where would I find the specs on what would fit? I've always liked Hipshot and Graph-Tech. Any preferences? And thanks again. Really appreciate the help here...

Hi folks, Just started looking into the Variax line of guitars - particularly the JVT 59 and 69... Although new to this, I've been playing for a long time. I'm old now, and downsizing my collection of high-end Bakers, Linhofs, and Fenders. It's time. The Variax lineup is especially appealing to me. I'm more of a strat and tele guy, but I really like the look of the JVT 59. In terms of the sounds you can get out of these, it seems that they are pretty similar to each other? Is the US line THAT much of an upgrade over the Korean-made versions? I'm only noodling these days on the couch - this could be a nice thing to have, under the circumstances. Agree or disagree? Thanks in advance. I haven't been a newbie in a while! Stuart