Will Gibson kill the JP2C?

[richprice79]

I just ordered another JP2C Limited Edition and starting thinking about it and wondered if now that there is a 2C+ reissue, will they kill the JP2C? I hope not as I think it’s the best version personally. I was curious what you guys all think? Does Gibson care about continuing with artist? Or did they reissue the other so they could can the signature model and save some money.

 

[Chase42147]

I just ordered another JP2C Limited Edition and starting thinking about it and wondered if now that there is a 2C+ reissue, will they kill the JP2C? I hope not as I think it’s the best version personally. I was curious what you guys all think? Does Gibson care about continuing with artist? Or did they reissue the other so they could can the signature model and save some money.

I bet they'll keep the JP2C, it really is way different than the reissue. Gibson itself has several signature guitars, no reason it'll be different with Mesa

 

[tbonesullivan]

I would wager sales will tell. Sure they are going to sell a lot of the IIC+ reissues at the beginning, but I honestly think that will taper off, as for most people who play live the JP-2C is a far better option.

 

[Bugsy5150]

I predict a JP2C Version 2 in the near future!!

 

[bandit2013]

I predict a JP2C Version 2 in the near future!!

I already have the Version 2. Actually, it is the mark VII with the JP2C face plate I bought to match the cabinet.

 

[bandit2013]

Here is the same faceplate that was on the real JP2C. Since I ordered the cream/black jute faceplate, it came with all of the badges. I still have the stock black one so that is what is on the JP2C now.

I only have one JP2C but I do have two Mark VII. The first Mark VII was all back. The second one has the cream/black jute faceplate so I wanted the pair to match. So after transplanting the original faceplate back to the JP2C, here it is now.

That is so I can eliminate any OCD issues. I know the jute cloth is different lots as you can tell in the image. At least the face plates match the grill cloth. Now I have a matching set. One has the JP2C signature badge. That was the first Mark VII I bought. The one without was the second.

 

[Bugsy5150]

I have two JP2C’s, two VII’s and a C+ reissue. So far I like the RI way more than the JP2C’s!! Have only compared closely to the JP’s and my OG MKIIC+ HRG! HRG wins that battle!!

If Mesa can make a JP2C that sounds like the RI!!! SCORE!!!

We can only hope!!!

IMHO the RI is way closer to the OG than the JP’s!!

 

[bandit2013]

That is what you get when you remove the Volume 1 pot and replace it with assumed fixed resistors. If you want to hear the JP2C sound closer to the Reissue, slave it out into one of the Mark VII. I did that and it was nice. I much prefer the STR415 tubes in the JP2C. They do make a huge difference. The STR448 grey codes are close but not quite the same. I personally do not like the STR443 tubes, they sound ok but had some gain control issues with them. They were lacking as it seemed when adjusting the gain up, it did not make any change. That was so weird. Still waiting Reissue IIC+. Slim chance I may see it by February sometime but that is being optimistic.

 

[ultra high gain]

Here is the same faceplate that was on the real JP2C. Since I ordered the cream/black jute faceplate, it came with all of the badges. I still have the stock black one so that is what is on the JP2C now. View attachment 5830

I only have one JP2C but I do have two Mark VII. The first Mark VII was all back. The second one has the cream/black jute faceplate so I wanted the pair to match. So after transplanting the original faceplate back to the JP2C, here it is now.

View attachment 5831

That is so I can eliminate any OCD issues. I know the jute cloth is different lots as you can tell in the image. At least the face plates match the grill cloth. Now I have a matching set. One has the JP2C signature badge. That was the first Mark VII I bought. The one without was the second.

View attachment 5832

Absolutely superb looking jute cloth.

 

[bandit2013]

Absolutely superb looking jute cloth.

I got tired of everything in basic black. I blame it on this rig which was my inspiration to look for something different and when Mesa presented it as an option vs having to do a custom order I went for it. Sure, I would not mind a wicker and black appearance but the cream/black jute was something different.

Grey/black jute which was the standard appearance of the RA100 and I believe the Electra Dyne. However, it is a cooler toned weave. The cream/black jute is much warmer. Wonder if I can get a 412 cab with the cream/black jute cloth. Will have to see if they are available as an option. I had to special order the grey/black 412 cab as Sweetwater discontinued that matching cab for the RA100 when the amp was cut from production.