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Old 04-12-2011, 02:18 PM
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Some of it depends on what attributes you prefer that "define" 000- and OM-style guitars, as some of the other responders have mentioned. """, because sometimes 000/OM are treated as synonymous, but traditionally there are a couple of key differences. Pay attention to nut width, which can vary from 1-11/16 to 1-7/8", and string spacing at the bridge, which can vary from 2-1/8" to 2-5/16", depending on make and model. I believe the Blueridge at least has narrow nut, and narrow string spacing, as noted above. Coming from a classical background, you may prefer the wider/widest options.

Another option is a Guild GAD30, or an Epiphone EF-500. Another option that might appeal to you is a 12-fret guitar.

All the guitars you mentioned seem like quite good guitars. If you are willing to spend $1000, it is not unreasonable to be thinking about a used Larrivee OM, or a Martin OM-1 or OM-16, etc.
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