So the Gibson guitar truck rolled into my neighbood this weekend at a local music store. They had a couple of employees there to answer questions and guitars to try out. Most were VOS/custom shop models. They ranged from $6,000 and up. What surprised me is that most were all wieght relieved. I have 2 from 1981 that are like bricks, but these new ones are much lighter. However, they really don't sound like Les Pauls. I actually perfer my old ones to these newer ones, weight and all. I also tried an SG.
They felt fine, but in the end that sound is no longer there. At least IMHO.
Still the truck was cool and the reps were friendly and took the time out to answer all questions. Very knowledgeable guys.
They felt fine, but in the end that sound is no longer there. At least IMHO.
Still the truck was cool and the reps were friendly and took the time out to answer all questions. Very knowledgeable guys.