LP Studio's
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whatshisname
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Condemnedsoul
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Re: LP Studio's
One thing that has not been mentioned as a possible benifet, the unbound neck.
At some time in the future, this might help the fret replacement a bit easier, and maybe save some hassle or cost.
One thing that has not been mentioned as a possible benifet, the unbound neck.
At some time in the future, this might help the fret replacement a bit easier, and maybe save some hassle or cost.
J
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It's already saved some hassle and cost in building the guitar in the first place. I like it; it's a nice, stripped-down instrument that sounds great and doesn't have a lot of unnecessary cosmetic stuff.
It's already saved some hassle and cost in building the guitar in the first place. I like it; it's a nice, stripped-down instrument that sounds great and doesn't have a lot of unnecessary cosmetic stuff.
phil_104
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The traditionals have them, with a 57 classic plus in the bridge. People can complain about Gibson pickups, but these are staying in the guitar.
I hear that a lot. Never been a fan of the 60s neck myself, as the 50 just fits my hand better, but generally speaking, it seems that the 60s is more popular, and in my opinion should probably be standard on the entry level models. 50s necks seem to have more of a niche following.
The traditionals have them, with a 57 classic plus in the bridge. People can complain about Gibson pickups, but these are staying in the guitar.
I hear that a lot. Never been a fan of the 60s neck myself, as the 50 just fits my hand better, but generally speaking, it seems that the 60s is more popular, and in my opinion should probably be standard on the entry level models. 50s necks seem to have more of a niche following.
SamusChief
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trevorus
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The other thing is, what era are we talking here. I've got a '94, and I don't miss the frills at all. Stock pickups I still have, but it has an Antiquity neck and a Brobucker bridge, and it is a tone monster. Still has the proper maple cap, even though it's grain is not cosmetically chosen, it is still a full-on Les.
The other thing is, what era are we talking here. I've got a '94, and I don't miss the frills at all. Stock pickups I still have, but it has an Antiquity neck and a Brobucker bridge, and it is a tone monster. Still has the proper maple cap, even though it's grain is not cosmetically chosen, it is still a full-on Les.
whatshisname
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Right, they do come in the Traditional. That's another great Lester! The 57s don't quite do it for me, but do sound nice.
Personally, I really like Gibson's pickups. The Burstbucker Pros in my Faded Standard aren't going anywhere. I even like the ceramics, in my Vs. Although I've thought about going with something a bit more "vintage" sounding.
Right, they do come in the Traditional. That's another great Lester! The 57s don't quite do it for me, but do sound nice.
Personally, I really like Gibson's pickups. The Burstbucker Pros in my Faded Standard aren't going anywhere. I even like the ceramics, in my Vs. Although I've thought about going with something a bit more "vintage" sounding.
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Wow that silverburst is nice indeed, one would commit murder for such a beauty!
I have a studio, i like it very much.
I had to change the nut, put in other pickups and now it's a winner.
As in every product, there are different levels in the same product category.
One of the most important things is to make sure that you're the kind of guy who just likes to play a good sounding guitar, and doesn't care that much for the looks of the guitar.
If you got that little voice inside you're head saying you want the looks of a classic but you haven't got the dollars, save untill you have the kudos to buy the guitar you want.
The comment on the esp eclipse is true, i had an ltd eclipse 400at. From the 400 series and up it kills the studio i think.
But it was heavy, and i mean really heavy. Everyone who tried the guitar said i was mad playing such a heavy guitar, but the tone was awesome.
I sold it because the neck is really thin and i couldn't get used to it, thin u shape i think.
Wow that silverburst is nice indeed, one would commit murder for such a beauty!
I have a studio, i like it very much.
I had to change the nut, put in other pickups and now it's a winner.
As in every product, there are different levels in the same product category.
One of the most important things is to make sure that you're the kind of guy who just likes to play a good sounding guitar, and doesn't care that much for the looks of the guitar.
If you got that little voice inside you're head saying you want the looks of a classic but you haven't got the dollars, save untill you have the kudos to buy the guitar you want.
The comment on the esp eclipse is true, i had an ltd eclipse 400at. From the 400 series and up it kills the studio i think.
But it was heavy, and i mean really heavy. Everyone who tried the guitar said i was mad playing such a heavy guitar, but the tone was awesome.
I sold it because the neck is really thin and i couldn't get used to it, thin u shape i think.
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I actually think the trans. red ones look really nice...I'm a sucker for wood grain. Ultimately I'm a tone and feel guy, so...
I (actually my tech guy) almost always have to do work on a production guitar. Usually it's the nut (replace or re-cut). Sometimes its a fret that needs a little work. Rarely are they perfect for me, but then perfect for me wouldn't be for someone else. I'm the same way with hockey sticks...gotta cut them, bend blades, tape the end...the blade.
I figure if I lay down $4-5K for a Sadowsky I won't likely have to do much. That ain't happenin' any time soon.
Oh yeah...I HATE thin necks! HATE!
I actually think the trans. red ones look really nice...I'm a sucker for wood grain. Ultimately I'm a tone and feel guy, so...
I (actually my tech guy) almost always have to do work on a production guitar. Usually it's the nut (replace or re-cut). Sometimes its a fret that needs a little work. Rarely are they perfect for me, but then perfect for me wouldn't be for someone else. I'm the same way with hockey sticks...gotta cut them, bend blades, tape the end...the blade.
I figure if I lay down $4-5K for a Sadowsky I won't likely have to do much. That ain't happenin' any time soon.
Oh yeah...I HATE thin necks! HATE!
phil_104
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Completely different sound and feel though, from my experience. Sorta like comparing a fender strat to a Jackson or LTD strat shaped guitar.
Completely different sound and feel though, from my experience. Sorta like comparing a fender strat to a Jackson or LTD strat shaped guitar.
St_Genesius
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If they made the worn mahogany faded with binding and a 60s neck, it would be pretty much my perfect LP. Love that finish, but I like to have something that visually offsets the top from the back, and the fat 50s neck is a bit much for me.
I still might buy one, though, imperfect though it is.
If they made the worn mahogany faded with binding and a 60s neck, it would be pretty much my perfect LP. Love that finish, but I like to have something that visually offsets the top from the back, and the fat 50s neck is a bit much for me.
I still might buy one, though, imperfect though it is.
ErikH
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Les Paul Studios are still great guitars even though they don't have all the cosmetics of the Standard or Custom. There are times I wish I still had the early 90's Studio I had to let go of. That thing rocked. Ebony, chrome hardware, trapezoid inlays. I got it for a song too. The pickup rings and switch ring were replaced with cream ones and zerba pickups (JB/Jazz). I think I even replaced the knobs with Standard style knobs (it had black speed knobs on it). Find a good one and you can't go wrong.
Les Paul Studios are still great guitars even though they don't have all the cosmetics of the Standard or Custom. There are times I wish I still had the early 90's Studio I had to let go of. That thing rocked. Ebony, chrome hardware, trapezoid inlays. I got it for a song too. The pickup rings and switch ring were replaced with cream ones and zerba pickups (JB/Jazz). I think I even replaced the knobs with Standard style knobs (it had black speed knobs on it). Find a good one and you can't go wrong.
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Let me further display my Gibson-ignorance...which neck profile is fatter...'50? What's the Studio have? Does it vary by year?
...does there happen to be a site that has a good concise comparison of Gibby's? I've searched but it seems piecemeal...at least the ones I've found so far.
Let me further display my Gibson-ignorance...which neck profile is fatter...'50? What's the Studio have? Does it vary by year?
...does there happen to be a site that has a good concise comparison of Gibby's? I've searched but it seems piecemeal...at least the ones I've found so far.
mwalluk
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I recently bought LP studio. I tried out a lot of studios such as faded, silverburst and deluxe. the deluxe is by far the best. best pickups, feel, weight (heaviest one, actually feels like a les paul).
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Gibson-Les-Paul-Studio-Deluxe-Electric-Guitar?sku=583405
I recently bought LP studio. I tried out a lot of studios such as faded, silverburst and deluxe. the deluxe is by far the best. best pickups, feel, weight (heaviest one, actually feels like a les paul).
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Gibson-Les-Paul-Studio-Deluxe-Electric-Guitar?sku=583405
