Members Radar-Love Posted August 25, 2014 Members Share Posted August 25, 2014 I've actually seen some of these prior to posting this topic because my guitar instructor recommended I look them up (for the same reason posted here). But' date=' when I did, there didn't really seem to be much of a difference (or any, to me) between the size of the PRS single cutaway and the other LP's I've seen. How much bigger would you say the body is on the PRS, though? Like a couple inches, maybe? I'm curious because I'm pretty partial towards these and the Greg Bennett Royale that cbh5150 suggested, as they seem to be the best for their price, quality, and sound. (I'd include the Carvin, but that's a little too over the budget). [/quote'] The body on the PRS singlecut model might be about a half inch wider than a Les Paul. I would be a lot more concerned about playability than the size -- as in how the neck feels. After a few months of ownership, you might end up with something that you don't like playing because you were more concerned with aesthetics. By the way, I'm 6'1" and don't mind playing a Steinberger from time to time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jedisb Posted August 25, 2014 Members Share Posted August 25, 2014 Godin Summit CT: Or the older LG HB: They are pretty much the same gutar. The Summit is the newer model and adds the HDR which switches the pickups from passive to active. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DeepEnd Posted August 25, 2014 Members Share Posted August 25, 2014 I forgot about your price considerations when I posted previously but an Epiphone Sheraton would work, a Dot if you want something plainer. They also make their own version of the Les Paul hollowbody. Figure $600 or so for either the Sheraton or LP, $400 for a Dot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jtr654 Posted August 26, 2014 Members Share Posted August 26, 2014 Framus Ak74 ,Gibson LP Recording /Professional/Personal,335, Firebird . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members onelife Posted August 26, 2014 Members Share Posted August 26, 2014 I recall a Gibson L5S that a friend of mine had as being really heavy. I believe it is larger than a Les Paul and completely solid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jacobat97 Posted August 26, 2014 Author Members Share Posted August 26, 2014 Guess I should have included this in my post, but I have played multiple Les Pauls and Les Paul-style guitars. While I liked their tone, it didn't feel right when I played them because of their size, and the way the neck felt. I normally play a strat, if that says anything. And if the neck size is about the same for the two, maybe I was just playing ones with weird neck sizes. But, thanks for the advice anyway. (Like I said, I'm grateful for any help). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 6down1togo Posted August 27, 2014 Members Share Posted August 27, 2014 Forget the ES 139, I just re-read your post and missed the $700 cap. An Epiphone Dot, Casino, Hagstrom Viking or other full sized semi-hollow is your best option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DeepEnd Posted August 27, 2014 Members Share Posted August 27, 2014 Forget the ES 139' date=' I just re-read your post and missed the $700 cap. An Epiphone Dot, Casino, Hagstrom Viking or other full sized semi-hollow is your best option.[/quote'] Glad to see I'm not the only one who missed the price cap but I recommended the Epiphone Dot or Sheraton. Isn't the Casino a full hollowbody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mr Temporary Posted August 28, 2014 Members Share Posted August 28, 2014 How about an Explorer? The Epi's are definitely under that cap, but I'd probably dig around a bit in the used market. Maybe a Hamer, Ibanez, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DeepEnd Posted August 28, 2014 Members Share Posted August 28, 2014 How about an Explorer? . . . An Explorer is pretty far from a Les Paul aesthetically except for having two humbuckers. Not sure we're going in the right direction there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Willyguitar Posted August 28, 2014 Members Share Posted August 28, 2014 I would actually suggest an ES335 or similar which will do everything a lp can (some things better); definitely great for hard rock (recently saw a Led Zep tribute band where guitarist had one and he completely nailed Page's sound). Looks great on larger dudes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Willyguitar Posted August 28, 2014 Members Share Posted August 28, 2014 ... Also 335, 345, 355 semis shouldn't have feedback problems with the centre block Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members knotty Posted August 28, 2014 Members Share Posted August 28, 2014 ... Also 335' date=' 345, 355 semis shouldn't have feedback problems with the centre block[/quote'] This I think. 335 has to be the answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members badpenguin Posted August 28, 2014 Members Share Posted August 28, 2014 I have a L6S, and it is bigger than a Paul, but quite thin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Lacking Talent Posted August 31, 2014 Members Share Posted August 31, 2014 Much wider across the upper and lower bouts than a Les Paul (but also thinner 'n' lighter), and well with within your budget, brand new direct to consumer: DEAN ZELINSKY PRIVATE LABEL ZENYATTA SERIES GUITARS. info: http://deanzelinsky.com/collections/zenyatta These two seem to be on sale for Labor Day, $649 and $699... info: http://deanzelinsky.com/collections/labor-day-sale/products/zenyatta-standard info: http://deanzelinsky.com/collections/labor-day-sale/products/zenyatta-custom Hope these options are helping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Lacking Talent Posted August 31, 2014 Members Share Posted August 31, 2014 Oh, and, if you like the size of the axes above but decide you prefer double cutaways, Dean's former company makes those, and they're very affordable... [video=youtube;zwaSms1BDuU] info: http://www.dbzguitars.com/the-guitars/view-all-products#imperial [video=youtube;GAaBSgV_ILY] info: http://www.dbzguitars.com/the-guitar...roducts#royale Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Radar-Love Posted September 1, 2014 Members Share Posted September 1, 2014 Much wider across the upper and lower bouts than a Les Paul (but also thinner 'n' lighter), and well with within your budget, brand new direct to consumer: DEAN ZELINSKY PRIVATE LABEL ZENYATTA SERIES GUITARS. info: http://deanzelinsky.com/collections/zenyatta Yes, that would be a good choice. I'd forgotten about those Dean Zelinsky models. I own a couple of the earlier DBZ (Dean B. Zelinsky) Imperial models, one of which is like this below. Larger overall body than a Les Paul DC, but a bit lighter in mass due to the very thin body. Excellent craftsmanship throughout... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Lacking Talent Posted September 2, 2014 Members Share Posted September 2, 2014 Nice figuring and finish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members badpenguin Posted September 3, 2014 Members Share Posted September 3, 2014 You know, the more I think about it, WHY do the looks matter to you? I mean, you aren't watching yourself play. And isn't it more important to have the guitar that SOUNDS and PLAYS the way you want, then looking cool? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DeepEnd Posted September 3, 2014 Members Share Posted September 3, 2014 You know' date=' the more I think about it, WHY do the looks matter to you? I mean, you aren't watching yourself play. And isn't it more important to have the guitar that SOUNDS and PLAYS the way you want, then looking cool?[/quote'] But if you could have both, why wouldn't you? Most of us care about our appearance. When I got new glasses earlier this year, I chose frames that looked good on me, even though they were more expensive than some others. I'm a big guy so I play a big dreadnought acoustic because a little guitar looks goofy on me. When I play electric, it's a basic black Strat copy but the principle is the same. Like it or not, most of us care what others think when they look at us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jacobat97 Posted September 14, 2014 Author Members Share Posted September 14, 2014 You know' date=' the more I think about it, WHY do the looks matter to you? I mean, you aren't watching yourself play. And isn't it more important to have the guitar that SOUNDS and PLAYS the way you want, then looking cool?[/quote'] Basically for the reasons DeepEnd stated. I get that it's better to sound good than look good and sound like crap, but if I can do both and I'm willing to pay the price, then why shouldn't I? I don't want to walk on stage or something and look goofy to everyone, as that's what people are more likely to focus on than the music itself if that's what ends up happening. I understand what you're getting at, but I just want something with the tone that I want that doesn't make me look like someone you can't take seriously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jacobat97 Posted September 14, 2014 Author Members Share Posted September 14, 2014 This one has been recommended to me a lot, and I'm pretty sure that I'm torn between one of these (love the size, shape, color, AND the Bigsby) or a Samick Greg Bennett Royale. After seeing this and now knowing that they make them with a Bigsby already attached, I'm reallllllllly leaning towards it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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