Members jr_vw2 Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 So I'm tired of owning low and mid range guitars and i want a really nice guitar. Here is what I currently have Jackson RR3 (japan)Ltd fx-260Peavey rotor expEpi les Paul standard plus (flame top tabaco burst) Ibanez parts caster (basically a clone of a late 80's rg550 hardtail)Schecter gryphon 7 (seven string) keeping this one I dont own total garbage guitars, but I have never really found the "one" guitar if you know what I mean. I play metal, I can adapt to most neck profiles, pickups don't really matter. No fenders thought. I usually find myself drawn towards pointy guitars, but most of the time they are more of a pain in the butt then they are worth. I have kind of been leaning towards an ESP Eclipse Any suggestion? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members esphil Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Carvin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members LesPaulFetish Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Carvin's not a bad choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Stackabones Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Gibson Flying V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Zappa74 Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 I dont own total garbage guitars, but I have never really found the "one" guitar if you know what I mean. Well, hopefully spending more will make one "the one". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members w00dsy Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 build a Warmoth? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Special J Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 If I was still playing metal, there are 2 guitars that I would be looking seriously at - Gibson Flying V, and a BC Rich Mockingbird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jr_vw2 Posted March 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 i dont mean that just because it is a higher end guitar that I will love it for just that reason. Im just hoping to find total satisfaction in a guitar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Yarbicus Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 If I was still playing metal, there are 2 guitars that I would be looking seriously at - Gibson Flying V, and a BC Rich Mockingbird. This is the correct answer. If you are into V shapes, I was REALLY impressed by the OOP LTD DV8TR Mustaine I played at a local pawn shop. However, if you are considering an ESP Eclipse, that is a worthy choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jtr654 Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 The Jackson RR3 isn't a bad guitar keep that. Buy a Strat or Tele and a Good LP or 335. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jr_vw2 Posted March 13, 2011 Author Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 The Jackson RR3 isn't a bad guitar keep that. Buy a Strat or Tele and a Good LP or 335. very obvious you didnt read my post lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Yarbicus Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Obviously, you aren't ready to buy yet. You needs visit guitar stars as often as possible and play as many interesting guitars as you can. You won't know which is "the one" until you do. Besides, it fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Alecto Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 If you're looking for something a little more high end, I'd suggest ESP: given that my nephew's $270 LTD EC-50 is such a great guitar, I'd suspect the Eclipse would be excellent. Carvin is a great bang-for-buck choice, although I'm not as impressed with their pickups. How much do you love your RR3? Would you go for a USA-built Jackson? Does your Fender hate extend to super-Strats? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zantor9 Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Carvin O my god THIS. They cost around $1200 but BELIEVE me you won't be dissatisfied. The profile is very comfortable, the finish is beautiful, full access to ALL 24 frets, and not to mention the STOCK pups sound so good you won't even need to switch em out. I LOVE heavy metal and my DC127 delivers and then some. I would replace the bridge pup if i didn't love it so much. It sounds like an Invader, only warmer, richer, and has full range sound not just bass or mid heavy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Bob411 Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 If I was still playing metal, there are 2 guitars that I would be looking seriously at - Gibson Flying V, and a BC Rich Mockingbird. My son loves his, after BG pickups were added of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tiltsta Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 USA Jackson, Charvel custom shop??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members noisebloom Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 You already have a couple of Explorer-style guitars, and you're already interested in ESP, so the logical conclusion is to get one of the old, Gibson-styled Edwards/ESP Explorers. You've probably already thought about it anyway. Other than that, you'd find as many answers as there are 'really good guitars.' Enjoy your search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kherman Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Another vote for CARVIN. URL=http://img249.imageshack.us/i/hpim14031.jpg/][/url] Lots of models and options to choose from to build to your own personal preference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members streetknight Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Since you mentioned an Eclipse, I noticed a white ESP Eclipse on Atlanta CL for $900, but I don't know if that's a deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kayd_mon Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 So I'm tired of owning low and mid range guitars and i want a really nice guitar. Here is what I currently have Jackson RR3 (japan)Ltd fx-260Peavey rotor expEpi les Paul standard plus (flame top tabaco burst) Ibanez parts caster (basically a clone of a late 80's rg550 hardtail)Schecter gryphon 7 (seven string) keeping this oneI dont own total garbage guitars, but I have never really found the "one" guitar if you know what I mean.I play metal, I can adapt to most neck profiles, pickups don't really matter. No fenders thought. I usually find myself drawn towards pointy guitars, but most of the time they are more of a pain in the butt then they are worth. I have kind of been leaning towards an ESP Eclipse Any suggestion? If you can adapt to most neck profiles, and pickups don't matter to you, why exactly do you want to upgrade? I don't really understand that. If necks and pickups aren't really an issue, just get the guitar you think looks the coolest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GAS Man Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Gibson-Dethklok-Thunderhorse-Explorer-Electric-Guitar?sku=H71607 With the pickups they've chosen, it will be very versatile in the tone department. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BydoEmpire Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Obviously, you aren't ready to buy yet. You needs visit guitar stars as often as possible and play as many interesting guitars as you can. You won't know which is "the one" until you do. Besides, it fun!Agreed 110% - right now you need to play a whole bunch of different guitars, and throw out any preconceived notions about brand, etc. Figure out what neck profile and nut width you like best. Figure out what kind of tremolo you want (or none). Do you want stainless steel frets, or a certain fret size? I can adapt to most neck profiles, pickups don't really matter.This is probably why you haven't found "the one." I play all kind of guitars, but my #1s definitely feel better in my hands. I can play anything, but I'd *rather* play guitars with the best neck for my hands. That said, my 2c is that it's hard to find a better overall electric guitar than a Suhr, regardless what genre you play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members soundcreation Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 ESP Caparison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zantor9 Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 ESP Caparison OMG i can't believe i forgot about them And how someone actually knows them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members PunkKitty Posted March 13, 2011 Members Share Posted March 13, 2011 Carvin^^^This. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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