Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

[FretFire]

For some reason I'm really GASing for another electric, and for the longest time I couldn't decide if I wanted to start shopping for something with P90s or for a semi-hollowbody. Then the light bulb went off - why not just combine the wants?

The problem is, I can think of very few guitars that fit this description. Can you guys help me make a shopping list? I'm open to buying new or used, don't mind imports if they're decent quality, and would prefer to stay under $1K.

 

[Lu_B]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

My first reaction is semi hollow and phat cats.

 

[FretFire]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

My first reaction is semi hollow and phat cats.

I'm not a big fan of the Phat Cats personally, and as much as I hate swapping pickups on a semi-hollow I may have to do something along these lines.

 

[FretFire]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Maybe I should just try to track down one of the Yamaha Troy Van Leeuwen sig models, they are pretty tasty...

 

[guitfiddle]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

The Epi Wildkat is another to check out.

Then, there's the Fender Tele style TC-90 and JA-90 with their take on the P90

 

[blueman335]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

335's with P-90's should be commonly available!

Two ideas:

Epi Riviera P-93: 335 with triple black dog-ear P-90's, Bigsby, wine red finish, gold hardware. A thing of beauty. I have one, love it. The stock PU's sound good too. The only thing I needed to change was to put on a roller bridge. Highly recommended. These go for under $500 new.

Modify an existing HH 335 to fit soap bars: It's been done by a few guys here. Minor woodworking involved, and standard P-90 height rings cover the open spaces. I picked up an Epi Dot for that, but haven't gotten to that project yet.

Swapping PU's in a 335 is easy. I've done that to several dozen F hole guitars. I've posted on some threads here about how I do it. Takes 5-10 minutes to get the pots back inside. Very easy. PM me if you need details.

 

[Scott_F]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/...emi-Hollow-Soapbar-Electric-Guitar?sku=515827

Here's your answer. PRS SE Soapbarn $634

 

[Markk]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Would consider you maybe a full hollowbody, like the Casino?

Personally, the Wildkat looks cool except for that thing on the headstock. Turns me off in a flash whenever I look at it.

 

[RushOfBlood]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Would consider you maybe a full hollowbody, like the Casino?

I was wondering why no casino? Didn't realize it was full hollowbody

 

[FretFire]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

I'd definitely be interested in something like the Casinos, I actually forgot about those so thanks! In fact I'm leaning more towards that 335-style body, that's the main reason I'm not really interested in the PRS SE model that Scott posted above.

 

[bluesbend]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Take a look at the Rondomusic.com page 14. They have a semi-hollow with P90's for a good price.

 

[JOLLY]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Some of the older Gibson ES-135's. However, those may have P-100's in them.

 

[thespricket]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/...emi-Hollow-Soapbar-Electric-Guitar?sku=515827

Here's your answer. PRS SE Soapbarn $634

my thoughts exactly

 

[Markk]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

I'd definitely be interested in something like the Casinos, I actually forgot about those so thanks! In fact I'm leaning more towards that 335-style body, that's the main reason I'm not really interested in the PRS SE model that Scott posted above.

Yes! I know what you mean. God how I love how my brand new Sheraton II looks like. Just got it today. Alright, that's enough outta me before I derail this thread, better just start my own

 

[FretFire]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Yes! I know what you mean. God how I love how my brand new Sheraton II looks like. Just got it today. Alright, that's enough outta me before I derail this thread, better just start my own

I actually looked at one of those in a local shop today. I was pretty interested in it until I saw the big crack at the neck joint...

 

[blueman335]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Yes! I know what you mean. God how I love how my brand new Sheraton II looks like. Just got it today. Alright, that's enough outta me before I derail this thread, better just start my own

Beautiful! I have an ebony Sheraton too.

 

[CapoFirstFret]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

I have an ES-135 identical to the red one that Jolly posted. The pickups have been replaced with Fralin P90s and she's a beautiful sounding and playing guitar

 

[B Bent]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Yamaha TVL all the way. I had one and it was awesome!!! Get it!

 

[FretFire]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

Yamaha TVL all the way. I had one and it was awesome!!! Get it!

Do you mind if I ask why you got rid of it? Just decide you wanted something else or was there something you didn't like about it?


I'm starting to think I might just stick with a humbucker-equipped full or semi-hollow, maybe wait for a deal on a Hamer Artist (yum), then get my P90 fix from something cheaper like one of Agile's offerings.

 

[dr. ad]

Re: Semi-hollowbody w/ P90s?

i'm also thinking sheraton II for my first hollow; are they full or semi, and if semi, how deep are the pickup routes? need to get my staple in there...