2019 Gibson SG

[Mark Cearlock]

Re: 2019 Gibson SG

You’re right Jeff, that IS a great-looking SG. I’d be quite proud to have one in my collection.

I actually don’t own (and have never owned) an SG, but I’d like to. I was never really a fan of the body shape, but its grown on me over the last few years.

I have had 3 Gibson's and 2 epi's and my alltime fave was a 2010 cherry faded special.. with a c8/ 59n combo that thing was killer. I owned it the same time as my 2011 ebony standard, and played the special way more.. Time to get another me thinks..This time it will be a cherry standard..

 

[AlexR]

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I have to admit that I’m not understanding the whole “coffee table” thing going on here. It sounds as if you’re calling a stained & finished (as opposed to painted) guitar a coffee table... which, of course, would be ridiculously narrow-minded. Let’s face it... aesthetically, painted guitars are (generally) kinda boring compared to something that shows the grain. So, I’m thinking that there’s some kind of joke that’s going over my head. Since I’m obviously not getting the joke, could someone please explain it to me?

Maybe seeing a nice bit of wood seems inferior to whatever painted flames or go-faster stripes are needed for others to feel like they own whatever form of shred or metal heaven they feel they need....and the 'coffee table' thing is most likely a slightly snide way of referring to a finish they see as being a bit 'homey'.
For mine, seeing the beauty of the wood is key.

 

[Gtrjunior]

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I have to admit that I’m not understanding the whole “coffee table” thing going on here. It sounds as if you’re calling a stained & finished (as opposed to painted) guitar a coffee table... which, of course, would be ridiculously narrow-minded. Let’s face it... aesthetically, painted guitars are (generally) kinda boring compared to something that shows the grain. So, I’m thinking that there’s some kind of joke that’s going over my head. Since I’m obviously not getting the joke, could someone please explain it to me?

I’m saying that it looks like somebody cut a guitar out of a coffee table. It’s not my cup of tea and I don’t find it an aesthetically pleasing look.
That is of course just my opinion.
I prefer a painted guitar.

It’s like people putting a carbon fiber hood on their car. I think that is an absolutely ridiculous look and waste of money.
Now if you are building a race car and need light weight parts, sure I get that. But people putting them on a Honda Civic....well. Like those ridiculous “fart mufflers”.

 

[Mark Cearlock]

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It’s like people putting a carbon fiber hood on their car. I think that is an absolutely ridiculous look and waste of money.
Now if you are building a race car and need light weight parts, sure I get that. But people putting them on a Honda Civic....well. Like those ridiculous “fart mufflers”.

And the 200mph "downforce wing" on a car that would have trouble doing 80.. lol

 

[Laughing Kookaburra]

Re: 2019 Gibson SG

Jeff, I am liking it! No Gibson issues here, as I have three recent Gibbys, including a 2017 SG Std. All fine guitars.

Enjoy!

 

[Gtrjunior]

Re: 2019 Gibson SG

Maybe seeing a nice bit of wood seems inferior to whatever painted flames or go-faster stripes are needed for others to feel like they own whatever form of shred or metal heaven they feel they need....and the 'coffee table' thing is most likely a slightly snide way of referring to a finish they see as being a bit 'homey'.
For mine, seeing the beauty of the wood is key.

While I certainly can’t speak for everyone, what you describe doesn’t apply to me.
My #1 guitar is a LP Standard+ with a AAA flame maple top in honey burst. I love the wood grain in my guitar. I think it’s gorgeous. And I have a couple of other guitars that show a grain that I think is a good look. But I prefer a painted guitar. Even a see through paint job.
I just don’t care for the look of this SG (posted here in this thread) and this type of look in general.

 

[Chistopher]

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And the 200mph "downforce wing" on a car that would have trouble doing 80.. lol

Not really all that relevant, but the spoiler on the McClaren P1 produces so much down force that if it didn't retract past 200mph it would collapse the suspension. Don't worry, they improved the suspension on the GTR version and the spoiler is fixed in place.

 

[BloodRose]

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Jeff, Glad you are digging it! Gonna snag one???
It isnt my cup of tea, but I appreciate the different look. I had never been much of an SG fan, but I had an Epi 400 and it was quite fun to play! Would like to have an SG back in the stable if I could.

And yes, would have to get a 90 degree cable. Im not a big fan of face mounted jacks either. Any Ive had tended to crackle/cut out more often than with a side mount cuz of the down pull from a normal cable. It isnt so bad since I have learned to run the cable tween the strap and end pin. But before I learned that......
That is another reason I like the Iommi sig Epi. No Face mounted jack.

 

[Obsessive Compulsive]

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'Coffee table' is a term that describes a finish that looks like a formica laminate. Dooh...

https://www.google.com/search?q=for...UIEigB&biw=1360&bih=652#imgrc=mG_zMOjPvro8KM:

I don't know, is it the process? The wood? But yes, some guitars with transparent finish look indeed like a cabinet, or cupboard as you call it in Australia.

 

[Francois]

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Mine has the big pickguard, but I agree a small one is better.
No pickguard would be OK for me.

A funny about old SG is when you remove the pickguard and see the original cherry colour for a guitar which now is brown.

 

[LLL]

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Hideous. And still way overpriced.

Gibson, GFY.

 

[timtheshredder]

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The SG has never been my favorite shape. I like the way it looks, but it's just uncomfortable to play. Any word on the new 2019 pricing?

 

[Dave Locher]

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What is it that makes you prefer face mount while playing?

I find it quicker/easier to switch guitars and it keeps the cord out of the way when sitting down. I will admit it looks awkward to have a straight plug sticking out of the guitar's face, though. With a 90-degree plug all is well.

It is not a major preference, just something I notice when I plug in or play while seated.

 

[Zombiwoof]

Re: 2019 Gibson SG

I find it quicker/easier to switch guitars and it keeps the cord out of the way when sitting down. I will admit it looks awkward to have a straight plug sticking out of the guitar's face, though. With a 90-degree plug all is well.

It is not a major preference, just something I notice when I plug in or play while seated.

I just buy a few of the Hosa metal 90 degree adapters, and leave them in my Gibsons with top-mounted jacks. They are solidly put together, fit tight in the jacks and also have a solid tight fit when a cord is inserted. That way I don't have to have special cords with 90 degree plugs on one end. Work just as well on LP's with the jacks on the side. They make a good connection and don't come loose from the jack on the guitar or the cord plug.
Al

 

[Francois]

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There something I like about the face mounted jack:
When you play sitting on a bed, you won't damage the cable plug
or at least you don't have to mind this.

(But for a live situation I prefer to have it on the side)

 

[JB_From_Hell]

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Jeff, hit me up if you swing through Ohio. You can play my '62. There's no doubt it's a nice guitar, but I fall in and out of love with it. Truthfully, if not for sentimental value (and that it actually belongs to my dad), I'd sell it and buy a few somethings I loved full time.

 

[Securb]

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I prefer solid SG finishes; mine is black. However, if the guitar played well and sounded well I wouldn't care if it looked like a coffee table or Grandma's curtains. I do not get too hung up on the aesthetics of a guitar when the playability and tone are there. I could see myself with that guitar.

 

[Mark Cearlock]

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Not really all that relevant, but the spoiler on the McClaren P1 produces so much down force that if it didn't retract past 200mph it would collapse the suspension. Don't worry, they improved the suspension on the GTR version and the spoiler is fixed in place.

Good to know! however if it retracts past 200, doesn't that lead to lift off?
(and to keep this post relevant, I still want another SG)

 

[Chistopher]

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Good to know! however if it retracts past 200, doesn't that lead to lift off?
(and to keep this post relevant, I still want another SG)

No, spoilers work by creating a low pressure zone under the spoiler, as it detracts this area of low pressure gets smaller and down force decreases. This does not create a pressure imbalance that would cause lift.

 

[Jeff_H]

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Jeff, hit me up if you swing through Ohio. You can play my '62. There's no doubt it's a nice guitar, but I fall in and out of love with it. Truthfully, if not for sentimental value (and that it actually belongs to my dad), I'd sell it and buy a few somethings I loved full time.

Thank you very much. I will definitely take you up on that if I get up that direction. Just to have a chance to play an SG of that vintage would be a dream for me.