Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 (recent musical equipment acquisition day) So my Fernandes gas started when a friend posted lyrics from the band Norma Jean as his FB status. It reminded me of him always blasting that crap and I got to watching their vids on youtube. I noticed their guitar player used a Vertigo. I thought it looked awesome, gas ensued. I then got to browsing on fleabay. Saw a junker orange one, but didn't follow through with the auction. I then saw my new baby, guy had the "Make an Offer" so I made a throwaway low-ball offer and the dude took it. Nice. The thing is awesome. I absolutely love it. I mean, the features are great: -Mahogany body and set mahogany neck -5a Canadian (w/e that means) flamed maple top -Body, neck, and headstock binding -Fancy inlays -Grover tuners -Duncan Full Shred HBs -Gigantic frets... not sure exact size, but the biggest I've seen, which I love. Aside from all that , the feel is fantastic. I didn't feel the need to remove the truss rod cover or anything, it is perfectly set-up, and intonated. Plays as well as my LP. I just love it. The crazy shape is balanced and comfy. I like the feel of a larger guitar body when standing and playing, and while it's not huge, it's bigger than an LP so it's a little more comfortable to play standing. It's got a nice arm contour and tummy-cut that add to the comfort. Neck dive isn't an issue either. Neck profile is alllllllmost a bit to wide for me. I wish it were a touch narrower at the nut, but it's still pretty nice. I like chunky necks, and this one is definitely a meaty s.o.b. Our band is playing a new years eve show at the Melody Inn here in Indy, and this will replace the Gibson as the #1 gig geetar. It's just a little more "me" than my LP. So, without further dudes, the PICS: The case had narry a mark on it, in fact the whole guitar is basically brand new, minus the case candy. Had to put my band's logo feces on the ole case... less permanent than the spray paint/stencil deal. Also, the couch sticker. Ah, lovely. I like the gloss, but I may attempt to convert it to satin... I need some 1,000,000 grit sandpaper. COIL TAP!!!!!!!! This was a very pleasant surprise. The auction didn't mention this. Dude might not have known. Extremely versatile. Tele twang and strat quick are just a flick of the wrist away. Full Shreds sound great clean, btw. A very nice pickup. I love the HS, funky without being obnoxious. Tasty. Baby's got back. Look at how pretty that is. LOOK I SAY!!! A final shot of her with her strap. Personally I think that strap looks titties. It's shiny!!! I also like a slicker strap that moves around. The wool one I had got really good traction on my shoulder which I found kinda constricting, I dunno. Well anyways, hope you like it. I know I'm just happy as a clam. Practice tonight, CAN'T WAIT!!!!! Thanks for looking and validating my purchase by saying "woo hoo!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Congrats! (o)(o) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members newbuilder Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 That is super hawt! Nothing I don't like about that guitar. Congratulations on a cool axe, I traded for my SZ to play as my main axe in my band and it is a good feeling to find a guitar that really fits your needs as a player and has the sound that you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Elias Graves Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Sweet score! HNGD! EG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frets99 Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Gorgeous guitar!!! Congrats!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Thanks guys!!!! I am quite happy. Just for fun, here's a couple Norma Jean vids. First one is like their "freebird" and in the 2nd vid, both guitar players have Vertigos. If anyone watches both of these all the way through... you are stronger than I. This "music" makes my skin crawl. I'm 23 and find myself feeling far too old for it, but I do like their gits!!! [video=youtube;agdu9IQoywE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agdu9IQoywE [video=youtube;I9720uHPsWY] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Deadbeat Son Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Woo hoo! HNGD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members unworthy Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Very Sweeeet! I really wanted one of those (exact same model and color) a couple of years ago, but the GAS subsided. I've never found one to pick up and play, but I always supected they'd be comfy. Let us know if it's a suitable LP replacement. Big Congrats, D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Very Sweeeet! I really wanted one of those (exact same model and color) a couple of years ago, but the GAS subsided. I've never found one to pick up and play, but I always supected they'd be comfy. Let us know if it's a suitable LP replacement.Big Congrats,D As far as I can tell, it is a fantastic Les Paul replacement. So long as you're not a stickler for the 60's slim taper neck, it's an LP Killer for me. I'll update after practice, but near as I can tell, she's my new #1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The Villano Dude Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Congrats man, that is one sexy guitar! I have had a boner for a Vertigo for a while now, you just reignited my GAS haha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members The Villano Dude Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 BTW, let us know how it couples with the nomad hehe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members peavey_impact Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Congrats man, Fernandes has some of the coolest retro-modern designs out there IMO. It's a shame they get overlooked so often..... I have a Fernandes Revolver; it looks incredible and is nearly perfect besides a fret finishing issue. It's a good enough guitar that I'm considering getting the whole thing refretted with SS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members EllenGtrGrl Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Oooohhh Noice!! I've had ongoing low grade GAS for the Veritgo, ever since it came out in the 90s. One of these days.................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members vintage clubber Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 very cool score! congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 very cool score! congrats! Thank you sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Fireproof777 Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Sweet looking git...very funky and I love the Fernandes HS. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Thanks, Fireproof. I love the funkiness. It's kooky, without being too "hey look at meeeeee!!!!!" (to be said in a very whiney voice) It's like: + = It needs a name, not a human's name like "Sheila," but a "The __________er" kind of a name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Space coyote Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 That guitar reminds me of that Mark Morton signature Jackson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Hmm, hadn't heard of this one before. I must say I like mine more, but this has a certain appeal to it. Almost has a tele vibe to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members acefreely Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sk8centilli Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 That is awesome - nicest looking Vertigo I've seen! woo hoo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Damn, those are some hella tits... sheesh. That is awesome - nicest looking Vertigo I've seen! woo hoo! I feel much better now. [video=youtube;NtjF7XJAciU]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtjF7XJAciU This will literally make me cry from laughing if I'm in the right "state of mind." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mr_GoodBomb Posted December 27, 2010 Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 I always really liked the Vertigos. It'd be nice if the Elites didn't always have either a floyd or a bolt-on neck, or both. The Deluxe with a Sustainer would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members notjonahbutnoah Posted December 27, 2010 Author Members Share Posted December 27, 2010 Yeah, I'm glad I found an older one. TOM w/ a bolt on? Do not want. I also don't like the new pickguard shape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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