Mid-range acoustic guitars

[Tweek_1984]

I'm looking to buy an acoustic. I'm a guitar player who's been on an extended hiatus of a couple of years so I'm basically looking re-learn, but I don't want to a beginners guitar. I've only ever played electrics and I'm pretty ignorant as far as acoustics are concerned.

Can any of you guys vouch for your laminates/solid tops etc etc?

I tried out a laminated tanglewood td-8 today. I loved the warm sound. I also tried a washburn d10sce which was a solid top, the sound was brighter but seemed slighty hollow.

Anyways, I'm looking to spend around the 200 quid mark.

Any suggestions?

 

[Tweek_1984]

Can you recommend any makes or models?

 

[Tweek_1984]

More important is the shape though. Definitely do not go for a small body acoustic, you'll regret it (maybe this is the difference between the two you've already tried out?), I'd go for either a Dreadnought or Jumbo (or whatever they're calling it now) shape as they produce a much more pleasing tone.

Well, I've played the Tanglewood TW145SC twice now. tanglewood describe the body as 'super folk', i believe it is '000 OM' or grand auditorium. Its a lot smaller than a drednought but the sound it creates is terrific. I'm thinking of buying it at 220 quid.

Initially I'd rather have a dreadnought or a jumbo because they look nicer and granted, this guitar looks small on me, but the sound has won me over.

Here is a picture of it, just in case it rings any bells:

Can you guys persuade me otherwise?