DrewPeterson7
Sage of the Order
I commute by bike. Stopping to pick up money would involve slowing down, and I refuse! 
60's guy
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Bumping this thread
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noah330
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Beautiful Goldtop! It's good to not have the GAS.
After many years, I own everything I want. About five years ago, I made a list of the guitars I didn't have but really wanted to own.
I came up with:
- a nice 12-string (RI Guild or Rickenbacker)
- an Ovation nylon string
- an ES-175 or Gibson archtop
- a Marshall that I get along with
I found a plain mid-1990s Guild D-4 12 for about $500, an Ovation nylon for $125 (about $75 less than I was willing to pay!), a beautiful ES-175 that is exactly what I wanted in terms of sound and feel for under 2k (no case and it's a 1988, not some expensive year) and then I rented as many different Marshall amps as I could this summer and found a 100-watt Vintage Modern that blows the doors off my old JMP, 800, and a few others I've owned including some early 70s models.
Now, I go to the yard sales and flea markets and find old USA made things that are quirky or unique or I buy recording gear.
I sold a bunch of stuff and still have way too much stuff, but as Cosmo Kramer would say, "I'm Out!"
After many years, I own everything I want. About five years ago, I made a list of the guitars I didn't have but really wanted to own.
I came up with:
- a nice 12-string (RI Guild or Rickenbacker)
- an Ovation nylon string
- an ES-175 or Gibson archtop
- a Marshall that I get along with
I found a plain mid-1990s Guild D-4 12 for about $500, an Ovation nylon for $125 (about $75 less than I was willing to pay!), a beautiful ES-175 that is exactly what I wanted in terms of sound and feel for under 2k (no case and it's a 1988, not some expensive year) and then I rented as many different Marshall amps as I could this summer and found a 100-watt Vintage Modern that blows the doors off my old JMP, 800, and a few others I've owned including some early 70s models.
Now, I go to the yard sales and flea markets and find old USA made things that are quirky or unique or I buy recording gear.
I sold a bunch of stuff and still have way too much stuff, but as Cosmo Kramer would say, "I'm Out!"
Old Music Guy
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Very interesting post. Just this afternoon, my SIL asked "what would you have for your last meal?". At first, my thought was martinis and oysters, a dry aged sirloin, and a Louis XIII for desert (or two). Then I thought about my mom's veal cutlets and canned mac and cheese. I never did give her an answer.
But, like you, I have more guitars than I need, and one for every occasion. But there are a few I would like. So, for nothing, here's my list:
- Gretsch Country Gentleman (fake F holes, padded back)
- Gibson Hummingbird (older than 1967)
- Pre-CBS Fender Deluxe Reverb
- Gibson Barney Kessel
- Emmy Lou Harris's Black SJ-200 (without the Black SJ-200
)
But, like you, I have more guitars than I need, and one for every occasion. But there are a few I would like. So, for nothing, here's my list:
- Gretsch Country Gentleman (fake F holes, padded back)
- Gibson Hummingbird (older than 1967)
- Pre-CBS Fender Deluxe Reverb
- Gibson Barney Kessel
- Emmy Lou Harris's Black SJ-200 (without the Black SJ-200
)
Old Music Guy
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Exactly correct (according to my information)Donald Trump designed it. He likes gold
Seriously, I don’t know exactly why gold was picked as a color choice. But it would show up well on black and white TV. Along the lines of Fender’s butterscotch finish on Tele’s. And later Gibson’s “TV” yellow.
But it is my understanding that paint was used to hide the maple cap from Gibson’s main competitor, Fender.
Old Music Guy
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This is my guy, "Chubby". Got a neck like a Louisville Slugger, and weighs damn near 12 lbs.
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RRuskin
Rick Ruskin
You stop when you play the guitar(s) you have more than you window shop to see what's for sale.
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RFR
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Or when you run out of money.
Old Music Guy
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I think I'm there.
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noah330
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IIRC, Les had a friend who was in the hospital recovering from surgery and had them spray one gold to cheer his friend up. I heard this years ago, so I'm not sure if it's true but it seems plausible.
Scott Baxendale
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You just need one more….
Papanate
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You relieve gas by using what you have to make songs and instrumentals - when you are working you don’t have time to ponder the next guitar/pedal/amp/special device that will make everything sound platinum - and when you do need something it’s becuase what you own can’t or won’t do what you want.
Slouching Raymond
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On the other hand - Go for the gold top.
TalismanRich
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I don't have a gold top. Does this mean I need to buy ANOTHER guitar?
Old Music Guy
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I just bought a '97 Rickenbacker 330 FG. It had the original bill of sale. Guy found it under his father's bed and put it on 'verb. I didn't steal it, but it was the best deal I ever made.
Eric V
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A beauty! Congrats! How does it sound and play?
Old Music Guy
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Thanks. It sounds and plays as good as it looks. Looks wise, it's a tie between this and my Country Gentleman. Both command respect and I wouldn't kick either one out of bed.
As a player, it's wonderful. The neck is a wonderful shape. It's about the same width as a Tele, but very thin, soft C shape. The fretboard is also Tele-like. Effortless, smooth, very easy on the fingers. Interestingly, it's a 24.5" scale, but it's 24 frets. I did lower the bridge and put a set of 9s on it. Intonation is dead on, the neck is ramrod straight with no relief (which is what I prefer). And for a semi-hollow, it's very solid. Not light, but not heavy either. There is nothing about the build or quality that I have any issues with. The only thing that threw me was the tailpiece. It's not fixed, but fits into a slot where the strap peg piece sits. Much like a Gibson LP/SG saddle.
Sound/tone wise, it's a Ricky. But it has a beautiful range of tones. I've been playing along to Petty, Byrds, early Beatles, trebly chimy stuff, and it fits right in. My buddy came over this afternoon and played it, and it sounded very much like 60s San Francisco. Really nice, especially with a real heavy reverb.
I wouldn't recommend it as a first guitar, but it belongs in any collection. I can't think of any other guitar that I need or want.
As a player, it's wonderful. The neck is a wonderful shape. It's about the same width as a Tele, but very thin, soft C shape. The fretboard is also Tele-like. Effortless, smooth, very easy on the fingers. Interestingly, it's a 24.5" scale, but it's 24 frets. I did lower the bridge and put a set of 9s on it. Intonation is dead on, the neck is ramrod straight with no relief (which is what I prefer). And for a semi-hollow, it's very solid. Not light, but not heavy either. There is nothing about the build or quality that I have any issues with. The only thing that threw me was the tailpiece. It's not fixed, but fits into a slot where the strap peg piece sits. Much like a Gibson LP/SG saddle.
Sound/tone wise, it's a Ricky. But it has a beautiful range of tones. I've been playing along to Petty, Byrds, early Beatles, trebly chimy stuff, and it fits right in. My buddy came over this afternoon and played it, and it sounded very much like 60s San Francisco. Really nice, especially with a real heavy reverb.
I wouldn't recommend it as a first guitar, but it belongs in any collection. I can't think of any other guitar that I need or want.
Scott Baxendale
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The Rock & Roll Bible says: You can’t play a Rikenbacker without your sound being described as jangly.
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Old Music Guy
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Slouching Raymond
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One of the great joys of GAS is coming accross a box in your home, containing a brand new guitar that you'd forgotten all about.
