Members honeyiscool Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I'm in no hurry to make these, but here are my top three guitars that I'm likely to buy in the near future: 1. Taylor GS Mini. I love the idea of a good short-scale traveler guitar, and it'd be a nice contrast to my other acoustics (Taylor 316ce and Seagull Entourage) 2. Gibson 60s Tribute Les Paul Studio in Worn White - I love the looks, and I love the idea of a P90 LP. For some reason, I love LP in white, but if I go with a humbucker, I feel like I need the full Custom everything, but w/ soapbars, the Studio look appeals a lot more to me, as does the lower weight and the price. 3. Daisy Rock Bangles Signature Guitar - This is basically the same as my Daisy Rock Retro-H but with hardtail instead of Bigsby, and that's exactly the guitar I want, something with the same sound and feel but no trem. Plus, this is actually cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TunerAddict Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Fender Jaguar Italia Mondial Fender Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Strat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members billybilly Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 1. PRS McCarty flame blue with birds 2. An acoustic electric cutaway sub $1000, need to do more research. 3. Thinking about a cheap washburn rover acoustic. I could probably reverse the order (regarding the likelihood) of acquiring these items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DaleH Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Tele is about the only GAS right now. 72 Custom at the right price would be nice. a few amps I would like though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Special J Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I usually just let the good deals find me rather than seek them out, but 3 guitars I'd like to own are: A jazz bass A short scale Fender offset A Jazzmaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Deadbeat Son Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I'm looking for a Fender Custom Shop Nevercaster, these were a special run made for PGS a few years back. Other than that, I would love to find a good Gibson J45. I can't think of a third guitar that's on my radar right now though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SpaceProg Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Martin D28 G&L Bluesboy Semi-hollow ... That's all that really comes to mind right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members warriorpoet Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 1. a bunch of parts for my first big effects pedal production run 2. a tremolo for my Regenberg 3. a bunch of parts to build a low-wattage tube amp for the living room Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Angry Tele Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 new 52RI nocaster 70s tribute SG in black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members megawzrd Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Squier or Fender Mustang or Jaguar Another Telecaster Something semihollow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members twisty571 Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I to am wanting a 60's tribute in honeyburst,white wouldn't be bad either. Not hot on the dark backs though. A full blown all the works 60's neck LP would be fine toAnother Charvel/Ibanez or super strat with a floyd type trem.Some parts I want for my Jazzmaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Virtual Pariah Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Fender 58RI telecaster Custom Hamer (I've speced it out and now need to get the cash) CP Jazzmaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GAS Man Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Originally Posted by SpaceProg Martin D28 G&L Bluesboy Semi-hollow... That's all that really comes to mind right now. My first thought was to say that I really already have about every guitar I want, but the post above reminds me that I do have a quest for my dream dreadnaught acoustic. I've had them in my hands, played them, but never sealed the deal. The ones I've bought have been nice, but didn't quite measure up to my hopes. Acoustic guitars should be purchased in person, not through the mail. I know that, but I've violated it as well - so here I am. There's just too much variation, even with a guitar as esteemed as a Martin D28, HD28, HD35, etc.; you need to pick them up and see if they resonate in the way that works for you.As far as electrics go, sure there's boutique guitars out there I haven't come close to acquiring, but I know I baby my Gibson Custom Shop guitars too much, so why would I want to acquire even more - more expensive guitars when I know I don't get the most bang for the buck out of them.But other than "that dream acoustic dreadnaught" I know that my next dream really has to start with disposition because I'd like to explore acquisition of Custom Shop Fenders. Now that's exactly opposite of what I said above, but the issue is, I have Strats, and Teles, and Jazzmasters, and Jaguars, etc. etc. but in the Fender family, no Custom Shop models. Signature models, yes, at least 4 (let's see: Muddy Waters, Eric Johnson, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmie Vaughan, and Elvis Costello) but I know I'm missing out on possibilities of hearing (by playing) some of the best Fender pieces available out there due to my patterned purchasing preferences towards variety. Variety is cool, but density is not; so it's a project, i.e. selling off six or more to buy just one that is much better. But it is something that should be done, however, minimizing losses in that transition is always a restraint. I may have to wait until I retire to make a dent in that project. Meanwhile, it's an overpriced MIM Fender Jaguarillo that arrives in the mail tomorrow.Why?, it's faded sonic blue with a 3-ply mint/black pickguard and variety (humbucker) in the bridge. my ass off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Doctor Morbius Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I can't predict where my GAS will take me in the future, but judging by my last few purchases & projects they'll probably put me in the poor house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SpaceProg Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Originally Posted by GAS Man ...My first thought was to say that I really already have about every guitar I want, but the post above reminds me that I do have a quest for my dream dreadnaught acoustic. I've had them in my hands, played them, but never sealed the deal. The ones I've bought have been nice, but didn't quite measure up to my hopes. Acoustic guitars should be purchased in person, not through the mail. I know that, but I've violated it as well - so here I am. There's just too much variation, even with a guitar as esteemed as a Martin D28, HD28, HD35, etc.; you need to pick them up and see if they resonate in the way that works for you. ... I agree. The D28 is my dream acoustic. Not anything more fancy than that or much more pricey, because I want to be able to use it. To play it without worrying about damaging an 'investment-priced' instrument. I would take a top of the line Collings if it was given to me, but I'd be too nervous to play it. If that makes any sense, hehe.It's the same way to me for electrics. I want tools and 'friends' if you get what I mean. Guitars that will grow with me and not be case-queened because I'm scared to play them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GAS Man Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Originally Posted by SpaceProg I agree. The D28 is my dream acoustic. Not anything more fancy than that or much more pricey, because I want to be able to use it. To play it without worrying about damaging an 'investment-priced' instrument. I would take a top of the line Collings if it was given to me, but I'd be too nervous to play it. If that makes any sense, hehe. The last "great" Martin I played was a dreadnaught model from the VS series with a large soundhole. It's been discontinued now . I'm hearing good things about some of their D16s as well.My last purchase was a $2800 MAP Alvarez that I picked up for $1,000. Despite its pedigree of Brazilian rosewood sides and back, it still just sounds like a good Asian acoustic guitar, kind of like a Takamine. But I want that deeper resonance that you get from a good quality American brand (Martin, Taylor, Gibson, Santa Cruz, etc.) so I'll keep looking. Some time ago, my wife did get me an Eric Clapton Martin (00028-EC) and although it's nice, it demands a fairly high level of picking skill to get the most out of it. Although I'll keep it as my nemesis, I still want that great dreadnaught that can turn a simple cadence through a simple progression into a chorus of angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SpaceProg Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Originally Posted by GAS Man The last "great" Martin I played was a dreadnaught model from the VS series with a large soundhole. It's been discontinued now . I'm hearing good things about some of their D16s as well.My last purchase was a $2800 MAP Alvarez that I picked up for $1,000. Despite its pedigree of Brazilian rosewood sides and back, it still just sounds like a good Asian acoustic guitar, kind of like a Takamine. But I want that deeper resonance that you get from a good quality American brand (Martin, Taylor, Gibson, Santa Cruz, etc.) so I'll keep looking. Some time ago, my wife did get me an Eric Clapton Martin (00028-EC) and although it's nice, it demands a fairly high level of picking skill to get the most out of it. Although I'll keep it as my nemesis, I still want that great dreadnaught that can turn a simple cadence through a simple progression into a chorus of angels. I'm not much of a Taylor person, but I can say that a D28 or HD28 would be good ones to try. A lot of them. They're all different. I'm just lucky my local is a Martin dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members matt rhoades Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 1.John Petrucci Music man 2.A Great Les Paul - I have a studio and an edwards just want to upgrade them to something thats going to be a lifetime guitar. 3.A Gibson Sg or Prs Mira-Main guitar growing up was a Gibson SG loved that guitar wish i still had it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GAS Man Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 Originally Posted by SpaceProg I'm not much of a Taylor person, but I can say that a D28 or HD28 would be good ones to try. A lot of them. They're all different. I'm just lucky my local is a Martin dealer. I'm not either, but I had one in my hands recently (a used one at a local ma n pa store) that made me think, "maybe this is what they're talking about". It sounded somewhere between Gibson and Martin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members leftyaxeman Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 1. PC-1 Jackson, lefty Phil Collen model 2. Gibson Les Paul Custom, white, lefty 3. CAE PT-100 amp, or Fryette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Virtual Pariah Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 My first thought was to say that I really already have about every guitar I want, but the post above reminds me that I do have a quest for my dream dreadnaught acoustic. I've had them in my hands, played them, but never sealed the deal. The ones I've bought have been nice, but didn't quite measure up to my hopes. Acoustic guitars should be purchased in person, not through the mail. I know that, but I've violated it as well - so here I am. There's just too much variation, even with a guitar as esteemed as a Martin D28, HD28, HD35, etc.; you need to pick them up and see if they resonate in the way that works for you. As far as electrics go, sure there's boutique guitars out there I haven't come close to acquiring, but I know I baby my Gibson Custom Shop guitars too much, so why would I want to acquire even more - more expensive guitars when I know I don't get the most bang for the buck out of them. But other than "that dream acoustic dreadnaught" I know that my next dream really has to start with disposition because I'd like to explore acquisition of Custom Shop Fenders. Now that's exactly opposite of what I said above, but the issue is, I have Strat s, and Tele s, and Jazzmaster s, and Jaguar s, etc. etc. but in the Fender family, no Custom Shop models. Signature models, yes, at least 4 (let's see: Muddy Waters, Eric Johnson, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimmie Vaughan, and Elvis Costello) but I know I'm missing out on possibilities of hearing (by playing) some of the best Fender pieces available out there due to my patterned purchasing preferences towards variety. Variety is cool, but density is not; so it's a project, i.e. selling off six or more to buy just one that is much better. But it is something that should be done, however, minimizing losses in that transition is always a restraint. I may have to wait until I retire to make a dent in that project. Meanwhile, it's an overpriced MIM Fender Jaguarillo that arrives in the mail tomorrow. Why?, it's faded sonic blue with a 3-ply mint/black pickguard and variety (humbucker) in the bridge. my ass off I think I know what you mean. I keep telling myself to get rid of a bunch of stuff and get 1 awesome specimen for each tonal configuration. I try, but get distracted by different aspects that catch my eye. Wood combinations, oil finished vs nitro vs poly, type of pickup. It feels never ending and I'm afraid I'll miss something cool if I don't try everything to the best of my ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members SpaceProg Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I'm not either, but I had one in my hands recently (a used one at a local ma n pa store) that made me think, "maybe this is what they're talking about". It sounded somewhere between Gibson and Martin. My local deals in both Martins and Taylors. I've tried lots of Taylors, but it seems like I keep drifting back into Martin territory. I remember one particular Smartwood that I should have gotten at the time, but missed my chance... I still kick myself for that. It had all different kinds of wood, but sounded great. All it would have taken was a trip to the bank but... Ah well... wasn't meant to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Willyguitar Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 I like this kind of thread. I have two lists - an 'in your dreams mate' one, and a 'you really don't need this' one. 'In your dreams' list 1. Gibson ES335 dot2. Epiphone 1965 Elitist Casino3. Fender Rory Gallagher Strat (position 4 - one of the 2012 Gibson Les Pauls) 'You really don't need this' list: 1. Gibson SG Junior2. Squier VM Tele custom/ or white cv tele3. Gretsch electromatic pro jet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Grantus Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 1. Fender Pawn Shop Mustang 2. Fender Jaguarillo 3. Profit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members billythegoat Posted October 13, 2012 Members Share Posted October 13, 2012 1. Hollow/semi hollow. Probably an Epi Dot for now but I would really like to nab a Gretsch 5422 in Cadillac Green or Walnut.2. US Strat of some sort, probably a HWY1. They seem to be going for only a few bills more than MIMs on the used market.3. Something vintage/investment piece. I wouldn't mind something that I can play and cherish for years and not have to sell it at a loss if/when the time comes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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