Who makes one of these?

[TRex]

Flattop LPJ shape
Single Humbucker
Tune-O-Matic
1 Vol 1 Tone


I know Gibson did something much like this in 2015 as a limited run, but I dislike the new Gibson spec changes. I believe it is called the LP CM.

Epiphone has a CHEAP bolt on neck version as well, but it seems cheaply made. Probably a great student guitar, but probably isn't up to snuff.

What other options do I have for a single humbucker flattop LPJ?

Who knows, I just might have to get my hands dirty and make a Crusty-like (but simpler) build

 

[St_Genesius]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Precision Guitar Kits makes one. They have fantastic build quality, but, in my experience, their communication sucks and you'll wait forever for it to ship.

 

[Wattage]

Re: Who makes one of these?

We have one of those bolt neck Epi ones in black at work and it is stupid good.

I've looked around and not found another quite as good but I am sure they are out there. Might be worth looking, they can be had super cheap. My daughter has a DeArmond like that as well that isn't bad.

You might look for a mid-80's Gibby LP Jr and drop in a bucker, they had TOM's and were generally very good guitars.

 

[9unslin9er]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Daisy Rock

 

[ItsaBass]

Who makes one of these?

I'd get a used Les Paul Melody Maker (a model they had circa 2003), and put a humbucker in it and a pickguard on it. Alternately, you could get a Les Paul Junior (glossy or Faded), then install a humbucker (you wouldn't need to add the pick guard to that model).

The Les Paul Melody Maker would be the cheapest, followed by the Faded, followed by the standard glossy Junior.

Be aware that the Melody maker has a slightly thinner body than the other two. It also has a Spanish cedar neck and a mahogany body on early models, and a Spanish cedar neck and body on later models. These are not reasons to avoid the model, just things to be aware of.

 

[orpheo]

Re: Who makes one of these?

I could do that, easily. Wouldn't take any time at all. easy peasy

 

[chadd]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Flattop LPJ shape
Single Humbucker
Tune-O-Matic
1 Vol 1 Tone


I know Gibson did something much like this in 2015 as a limited run, but I dislike the new Gibson spec changes. I believe it is called the LP CM.

Epiphone has a CHEAP bolt on neck version as well, but it seems cheaply made. Probably a great student guitar, but probably isn't up to snuff.

What other options do I have for a single humbucker flattop LPJ?

Who knows, I just might have to get my hands dirty and make a Crusty-like (but simpler) build

You don't like the 2015 specs or 2016 specs?

All of the 2015 stuff is gone with the 2016 line and they are back to "normal".
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/gibson-2016-les-paul-cm-t

I have an old (mid 60's) melody maker that was modded somewhere along the way to have a single humbucker. There are plenty of "player grade" old guitars around that could easily be modded, or have already had it done for you.

 

[beaubrummels]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Flat-top limits you to Juniors and Melody Makers, or special sig versions.

http://www.gibson.com/Products/Electric-Guitars/Les-Paul/Gibson-USA/Sully-Erna-Les-Paul-Studio.aspx

http://www.themusiczoo.com/product/14763/Epiphone-Les-Paul-Junior-Electric-Guitar-TV-Yellow/

http://www.gibson.com/Products/Elec...-Jett-Blackheart/Pickups-and-Electronics.aspx

In 1986 MMs had 1-vol 1-tone. Typically they are just 1-vol
http://www.centaurguitar.com/1986_Gibson_Melody_Maker_w_HC_p/11589.htm

Here's a kit
http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/project-electric-guitar-kit-with-binding/155155938.html

 

[JOLLY]

Re: Who makes one of these?

There's some 2011 models on Ebay at the moment.

 

[ItsaBass]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Unfortunately, the 1986 doesn't fit the bill because it has a wraparound bridge.

 

[beaubrummels]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Unfortunately, the 1986 doesn't fit the bill because it has a wraparound bridge.

Did you look at the picture? (have to follow the link.)

Still, for wraparounds it's easy enough to replace that with a version that can be intonated.

 

[ItsaBass]

Who makes one of these?

Did you look at the picture? (have to follow the link.)

Still, for wraparounds it's easy enough to replace that with a version that can be intonated.

The picture posted showed a wraparound bridge, so that's what I was talking about.

Still, though. I'd rather a newer one get hacked than an '86.

 

[TRex]

Re: Who makes one of these?

So a kit or a new CM ought to be a good alternative to the EPI

I rather get a made guitar than a kit if I can though

No ripping up old guitars if I can help it

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[DrNewcenstein]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Jackson Scott Ian models - JJ-1, JJ-2, and I think there was a 3 and 4. IIRC the 1 and 2 were USA models, but prices vary widely depending on time of year. I've seen them go for $500 then an identical one go for $1100 a few months later, then another one a few months later for $400.

The JJ-4 I think only came in the black with white pinstriping (at least that's all I ever see), the JJ-1 has dice inlays at the 12th and the ransom note logo, while the JJ-2 had dice inlays at the 12th and regular logo. Or something like that. It wasn't one I kept track of because it was a 1-hum without a Floyd.

However, it was also a double-cut, not single. Still, those that like them love them, as I understand it.

 

[TRex]

Re: Who makes one of these?

Jackson Scott Ian models - JJ-1, JJ-2, and I think there was a 3 and 4. IIRC the 1 and 2 were USA models, but prices vary widely depending on time of year. I've seen them go for $500 then an identical one go for $1100 a few months later, then another one a few months later for $400.

The JJ-4 I think only came in the black with white pinstriping (at least that's all I ever see), the JJ-1 has dice inlays at the 12th and the ransom note logo, while the JJ-2 had dice inlays at the 12th and regular logo. Or something like that. It wasn't one I kept track of because it was a 1-hum without a Floyd.

However, it was also a double-cut, not single. Still, those that like them love them, as I understand it.

I'll look at those for sure, especially if I can wait it out to get it for ~$500.

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