Members nick fury Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 I've been thinking of getting one of the new reissues - I like the idea of a LP type guitar, but with a Fender scale. I love the looks and all the funky technologies involved, I heard great things in general and the reviews seem positive. But it's still hard to make a decision without actually being able to try one out, although being lefty I'm rather used to this scenario.So I'd like to hear from people who own one, or had a chance to play it. Is it worth giving it a shot? Is it comfortable to play? Is it very heavy? How's the workmanship?I appreciate any input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members blingdogg Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 I appreciate any input. Me too, I'd also like to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Vantango84 Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 I played one at a shop once. I really desperately wanted to like it, but I didn't. Heavy as hell, sounded muddy and not all that good, didn't play as well as I'd have liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members halmot Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 Mine is heavy as hell, muddy if I want it to be, bright if I don't. Absolutely top-notch construction. Love the coil split. My primary gripe is that the pots and switches aren't all they should be. The pots don't taper very well, and the quality of the switches/soldering is a bit questionable. For me, these are still just minor inconveniences, which I've so far not felt compelled to address. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nick fury Posted February 27, 2009 Author Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 Thanks for all the answers so far! And a bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Flogger59 Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 I can tell you about the originals, but you want a reissue. Find an old one. The difference between a Swede and a SuperSwede is mahogany/bolt, and maple/setneck. I found a Swede for a buddy for $200. Killer, if you like a slim taper neck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members halmot Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 I can tell you about the originals, but you want a reissue. Find an old one. The difference between a Swede and a SuperSwede is mahogany/bolt, and maple/setneck. I found a Swede for a buddy for $200. Killer, if you like a slim taper neck. SuperSwede (reissue) is mahogany with maple cap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Flogger59 Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 SuperSwede (reissue) is mahogany with maple cap. Ah, so they went 1/2 Les Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nick fury Posted February 27, 2009 Author Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 The maple body would make it even heavier, wouldn't it? I haven't been able to come across an old lefty one, yet, so new might be the only real option. I do like a slim neck, I guess my main concern now is the weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members halmot Posted February 27, 2009 Members Share Posted February 27, 2009 The maple body would make it even heavier, wouldn't it? I haven't been able to come across an old lefty one, yet, so new might be the only real option. I do like a slim neck, I guess my main concern now is the weight. In that case, I'd stay away. My friend was complaining about the weight of his LP Standard (don't know if it's chambered or not), but my SS is much heavier. It might not be just the body -- I can't help but believe the "H-expander" truss rod adds some weight. On the other hand, the SS body has a nice "belly cut," and is quite comfortable to hold. The only complaint I have about the body is that the cutaway doesn't provide enough clearance, and it's more difficult than it should be to reach the last few frets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nick fury Posted February 28, 2009 Author Members Share Posted February 28, 2009 I thought the cutaway might have that issue actually. Too bad it's so heavy, but man, does it look nice! It's a tough call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members halmot Posted February 28, 2009 Members Share Posted February 28, 2009 I may be mistaken, but I seem to recall someone else complaining that the lefty models are only available in solid colors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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