cedric Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 I bought it second hand in Houston in 2003 and it cost 700. They were looking for a fair bit more in dollars but my mate who lives in Houston now said "I know how to haggle with these guys", went and asked them for a calculator and worked out what 700 was in dollars (I think it was around $1,100 dollars at the time). And they went for it. However, I had to spend a bit to get it up to scratch, the stock pickups were crap so I had to spend about 120 on TV Jones replacements, the stock bridge was useless so I think I paid about 30 for a decent one and I also had a custom "Chet Atkins" pickguard made, so all in all I've got about 900 in the guitar. It's a killer now, definitely one of my favourites.Nice, I like guitars in that style and really want one, can you sugest ones in a similar style that would be good for a learner? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsby Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 Nice, I like guitars in that style and really want one, can you sugest ones in a similar style that would be good for a learner?If you want a "real" Gretsch, i would go for one of these:Gretsch G5120 Electro Hollowbody, Orange, New, Semi Acoustic product details : Guitar Village UKGretsch Electromatic G-5122, Walnut, New, Semi Acoustic product details : Guitar Village UKIf you're not bothered about the name on the headstock, then get one of these, as they are actually built in the same factory ast the Gretschs above:Peerless Tonemaster Player, Orange, New, Inc. Case, Semi Acoustic product details : Guitar Village UKPeerless Tonemaster Player Red, Red, New, Inc. Case, Semi Acoustic product details : Guitar Village UKThis is cheaper, but has no Bigsby, which may or may not bother you. Personally, I think they are essential. Ibanez AF75BS, Brown Sunburst, New, Semi Acoustic product details : Guitar Village UKAll of these will be decent guitars to get you started. You can always upgrade the pickups/hardware/electronics further down the line when you have more cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedric Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 Ta very much, just all out of my price range, would love either of those you just posted but I only want to spend up to 200 just incae i can't get in to it and never play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Gold Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 This is my tone-a-licious 20 watt Sound King bass amplifier. By comparison the rest is hardly worth mentioning really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funky_peanut Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Hey!my gear is as follows:Guitars:1x Jackson DXMG Dinky with EMG HZ's, Floyd Rose tremolo sytem1x LTD H-100, Tune-o-matic Bridge, Dual EMG-81's1x ESP M-II, Urban Camo, Dual EMG-81's, Floyd Rose tremolo systemAmp:Marshall TSL 602 60 Watt ComboEquipment:Boss Metal Core Stomp BoxBoss Distortion Stomp BoxKorg Toneworks AX1500G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britheguy Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Recent buys:Martin D42 KoaFender Super Sonic combo 1x12Marshall JCM 800 Lead split channel combo 2x12Hohner blues mouthie (G)New tyre for Mini Cooper (15" 65x175) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsby Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Recent buys:Martin D42 KoaFender Super Sonic combo 1x12Marshall JCM 800 Lead split channel combo 2x12Hohner blues mouthie (G)New tyre for Mini Cooper (15" 65x175)Ooh, that Martin sounds nice, let's see some pics please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 pics of some of my gear, sorry but the pics ain't that good.first my practice set up for home:One Marshall DSL modded head and 1995 limited edition CabAnother Marshall Modded DSL50 and another angled Cab:My Peavey EVH 5150 Head and Marshall Straight CAB. This 5150 is one from the first year they came into production. could be 91 or 92 (can't remember)Next is my Diezel Herbert Head and yet another Marshall 4x12. This Herbert is a beast of an amp that is so versatile, shame though i don't use it much anymore, i just prefer the Mesa-Boogie sound now.Next, My Mesa Boogie Roadster amp and a Bogner with V30's CAB. Now my new Mesa Boogie Lonestar Head and Bogner Cab. I love this amp. lovely clean and gain channels.This is my old rack from the 90's There is a Mesa Boogie Studio Preamp there, quite a collectors item now and classed as one of Mesa's Holy Grail of tones. Also the top GCX audio switching systems (one still in box which needs to go in with the other one) Thats new and great for pedal and amp switching. Also an old ADA preamp there - they were pretty good preamps back in the dayGoing to get a custom road live in amp head and rack case for a lot of this stuffNext post will be some of my guitars and pedals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Here are some of my pedals. most are moddedThe TalkboxMy Ground Control, The brains behind amp and channel switching and pedal hoppingDon't leave home without it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 A few of my guitars, they need a good cleanLes Paul Standard and an old Les Paul Classic Plus61 reissue SG and an SG standard, and an IbanezA fender USA deluxe, 78 Fender Strat and a Custom Fender Stratrandom set up pic with another one of my Les Pauls and a live setupLast but nae least, my Roland TD-9 kit which i am learning to play drums onI may take pics of all the other gear i have which is in the loft one daySh*te, i forgot to take a pic of the Mesa Stilleto. Will get a pic o that and put it up. Hopefully later this year i will get myself a Mark V, if they come into the UK soon. Could be a long wait for one o them i think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TelecasterSam Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 8-)Some very nice gear there Lame !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 8-)Some very nice gear there Lame !!CheersI'm getting all the collection in before the missus wants a family!! lolOnce kids come along thats it for me. It will probably all end up at thainstone Mart!Love collecting gear, so addictive but the missus wishes i took up collecting stamps o_O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TR!ΔNGL€ T€€TH Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 A fender USA deluxe, 78 Fender Strat and a Custom Fender Strat All three of those are just lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 All three of those are just lovely.The deluxe one in black i like, feels really nice to play but i don't really like the pickups. they are stock samarium cobalt fender things or something like that but they lack a bit o warmth. Not really sure what to replace them with. I want it to have a nice fender twang on the neck pickup but also a bit of beef behind it on the bridge pickup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britheguy Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Ooh, that Martin sounds nice, let's see some pics please.Aye, it is very nice indeed. I just don't know how to upload pix on this forum.I could send you some, but that would be a bit naff.....would it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britheguy Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 pics of some of my gear, sorry but the pics ain't that good.first my practice set up for home:One Marshall DSL modded head and 1995 limited edition CabAnother Marshall Modded DSL50 and another angled Cab:My Peavey EVH 5150 Head and Marshall Straight CAB. This 5150 is one from the first year they came into production. could be 91 or 92 (can't remember)Next is my Diezel Herbert Head and yet another Marshall 4x12. This Herbert is a beast of an amp that is so versatile, shame though i don't use it much anymore, i just prefer the Mesa-Boogie sound now.Next, My Mesa Boogie Roadster amp and a Bogner with V30's CAB. Now my new Mesa Boogie Lonestar Head and Bogner Cab. I love this amp. lovely clean and gain channels.This is my old rack from the 90's There is a Mesa Boogie Studio Preamp there, quite a collectors item now and classed as one of Mesa's Holy Grail of tones. Also the top GCX audio switching systems (one still in box which needs to go in with the other one) Thats new and great for pedal and amp switching. Also an old ADA preamp there - they were pretty good preamps back in the dayGoing to get a custom road live in amp head and rack case for a lot of this stuffNext post will be some of my guitars and pedalsJeezo min! I thought I had too much stuff. You've got loooooooaaaadddds! Nice stuff to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britheguy Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Ooh, that Martin sounds nice, let's see some pics please.Found pix on the web.It looks like this one.Google Image Result for http://www.denverfolklore.com/images/instruments/Martin_D-42K/Martin_D-42K_front_opt.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsby Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Found pix on the web.It looks like this one.Google Image Result for http://www.denverfolklore.com/images/instruments/Martin_D-42K/Martin_D-42K_front_opt.jpgBeauty, I love Koa guitars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britheguy Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Beauty, I love Koa guitars.It sounds lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sora01 Posted February 4, 2009 Report Share Posted February 4, 2009 Playing a schecter c-7 blackjack atx, jackson dxmg and esp m-ii urban camo through a 5150 II -> vintage 30my 5150 II's having some issues right now though so might get either an engl savage or a 6505+ (i know. same amp...but at least it will be new and hopefully not break all the time....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted February 4, 2009 Report Share Posted February 4, 2009 my 5150 II's having some issues right now though so might get either an engl savage or a 6505+ (i know. same amp...but at least it will be new and hopefully not break all the time....)Whats happening with your 5150? Only thing that i have ever had with mine is blown fuses due to faulty tubes. Good Going since its about 18 years old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hog Posted February 4, 2009 Report Share Posted February 4, 2009 Thought you sold it Lame? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted February 4, 2009 Report Share Posted February 4, 2009 Heh, just took delivery of this yesterday:Mmm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted February 4, 2009 Report Share Posted February 4, 2009 Thought you sold it Lame?nah i decided to keep it - started to use it again after turning it on for the first time in about 5 years!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lame Guitarist Posted February 4, 2009 Report Share Posted February 4, 2009 [my 5150 II's having some issues right now though so might get either an engl savage or a 6505+ (i know. same amp...but at least it will be new and hopefully not break all the time....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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