a new slash gibson signature

[Aero]

http://www.gibsoncustom.com/Signature/slash.htm

If any of you wants to gift me one... I will like it !

PS: notice the mics... just one of them is a seymour duncan alnico 2 pro

[peace]

[erose]

fuckyeah!!!! i want one too  

i wondered about that switch when i saw those vr pics in guitar world a few moths ago... funny nobody mentioned it because i have never seen a gibson lp with a switch at that place.. have any of you?

how much does it cost compared to a gibson lp classic or a custom and how many is made?

 

[AdZ]

Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 3-way switch, 3-way mini-toggle for Fishman


Sounds a very versatile pickup.

Buckethead has one in that sort of area on his white LP.

[MeanBone]

yeah bucket has one, but its a killswitch, it basicly kills the sound instantly. now what the hell is a fishman's bridge? what kinda of humbucker is that? i think it may be a high output humbucker cuz the alnico ones are really good for the clean sound, but they don't seem to cut like steel with the distortion... at least if you don't have a massive setup like slash has... and is that a dimarzio or a seymour duncun pickup?

[Aero]

nonono that swich between the 2 bridge knobs has 3 positions, and it looks like a small version of the pickup switch. I saw those in gibson guitars, working as an inversor switch to make sound the double mic as a single mic.

But that shit has only 2 positions and this has3... dunno what the hell does that. I'll read gibson specs later I'm sure the info is there  

 

[darkmonth]

Dude... the pickups are BOTH Anlico II Pros...

the BRIDGE is a Fishman pickup... do some research... it's NOT ONE ANLICO II .... BOTH HUMBUCKERS ARE ANLICO IIs

[Pviljoen]

yeah its basically like a Piezo... to emulate an acoustic guitar.

This guitar's list price is 4500, so it will probably retail @ 3500 or so...

[Jesse James]

 

[AdZ]

Sorry i wasn't really paying attention

[darkmonth]

Adz, when I typed capitals I wasnt shouting at you.  Just making the words more effective... or.. whatever.  hehe.  Sorry if I caused offence.  

[AdZ]

No offence taken, I was just embarassed about how I didn't realise when they said 'Powerbridge' they were talking about the bridge.

[darkmonth]

Ah... well to be honest when I first read about this on the snakepit forum, I went straight onto Google and did a bit of research on the Fishman powerbridge's.  I wasn't to sure what they were like...

I put a call into my dealer today to see how much the guitar will be in their shop (Guitar Village in Farnham, Surrey, UK) and he said he could get me a price on Monday.  So I will call them then.

[Pviljoen]

it will be pretty unaffordable... the Jimmy Page Sig is $23.000 (although there are 3 different models, the cheapest is $9.000)

The slash will still be somewhere in the 3000s, which isnt worth it at ALL. for that you can get your own custom les paul.

[darkmonth]

Ok, for starters, the Jimmy Page top end model is only having 150 made, so that's completely irrelevant.  Because each top end model is hand aged, they are limited to such a massive degree.  Same as the original Snakepit Les Paul was, because of it's incredibly expensive and time consuming carved logo and pearl snake on the fretboard.

The Slash Les Paul is based on Slash's specs.  It's a beautiful guitar, and yes it will be more expensive.  But when you go to the shop and your kid wants the sugar coated Cornflakes, and the normal ones are there next to them for 2 3rds of the price... you know that you are paying for a sugar coating and not much else...

well, essentially the fact that the Slash model is set up with Slash settings, Slash pickups, and the Slash name on it, is sugar coating.  Some people think it IS worth having.  I personally DO want it, and WILL pay the extra grand or so for it.

That's what the signature series is all about.  It's about having a guitar that is designed to be like the guitar your idol's choose.  The Slash guitar looks fantastic, and I would bet my life on it that it plays like butter in your hands.  And of course, it's Slash Signature.

Worth the extra.

[echrisl]

I've been thinking of buying a Gibson Les Paul sometime this spring, and this couldn't have come at a better time for me.  I was having trouble deciding which one I'd like to get, but I think this will make my decision a little easier, assuming I can still get my hands on one of these in April or May...

[chineseilusions]

That guitar looks great

[Pviljoen]

The problem with that Oz, is that it is very slash specific. He likes fat ass necks that are found on the late 50s models, and a super long neck tenon to get that fantastic sustain. That's all fine and good, but if aren't used to playing with guitar that is like a cannon in your hands (very difficult to play in higher regions), then you'll have paid a lot of money for nothing. Add to that that you DON'T have the same guitar as Slash. His signature model will be Ghostbuilt (not by Gibson), like most guitar gurus. They have their own personal luthier build it with higher quality woods and craftsmanship, then Gibson duplicates it and sells it for a snot load. It will sound great Im sure, the Alnico IIs are far better than any garbage Gibson pickups (sorry, the burstbuckers aren't that great).

Finally, don't assume that you're going to sound like Slash. You don't have the custom amp and expensive PA and microphones, leads, preamps and EQs that he has. Although, I'm positive you can get really close.

When this first came out many months ago (well, the prototype) I was sure I wanted to buy it. But then i realized, that on stage I want my own sound and my own guitar. But that's not for everyone.


Good luck in buying it oz, and tell me how it plays/feels if you do get it. I'd be very interested to hear what it's like.

[darkmonth]

The problem with that Oz, is that it is very slash specific. He likes fat ass necks that are found on the late 50s models, and a super long neck tenon to get that fantastic sustain. That's all fine and good, but if aren't used to playing with guitar that is like a cannon in your hands (very difficult to play in higher regions), then you'll have paid a lot of money for nothing. Add to that that you DON'T have the same guitar as Slash. His signature model will be Ghostbuilt (not by Gibson), like most guitar gurus. They have their own personal luthier build it with higher quality woods and craftsmanship, then Gibson duplicates it and sells it for a snot load. It will sound great Im sure, the Alnico IIs are far better than any garbage Gibson pickups (sorry, the burstbuckers aren't that great).

Finally, don't assume that you're going to sound like Slash. You don't have the custom amp and expensive PA and microphones, leads, preamps and EQs that he has. Although, I'm positive you can get really close.

When this first came out many months ago (well, the prototype) I was sure I wanted to buy it. But then i realized, that on stage I want my own sound and my own guitar. But that's not for everyone.


Good luck in buying it oz, and tell me how it plays/feels if you do get it. I'd be very interested to hear what it's like.

I am guessing you aren't trying to, but it sounds like you are talking down to me.  I have played guitar for years now.  I have a pretty nice setup gear wise.  Currently, my sound is pretty much as close to Sounding like Slash's sound (not conciously going for Slash sound, but I just do... it's always been my favorite sound and its the sound I want and like). My playing style is very much blues pentatonics and shit.  I am influenced by Slash, as he is my all time favorite guitarist.

Anyway, the reasons you point out why people may not like it are pretty much the reason why people WILL want the guitar.  If you aren't interested in Slash or the way and style he plays, sure... don't get the guitar.  You don't buy a guitar you aren't sure you want.  If that's the case, get a Les Paul Standard!

However, fans, and guitarists who DO know what certain setups will feel like, will be happy with this guitar.  Myself included.

Anyway, I can't afford to buy it yet, so a few months yet!

[Pviljoen]

Nonono don't get me wrong, I was not talking down to you and if you came into my college dorm room you'd see about 5 pictures of Slash, he is my guitar idol. I just don't know if I'll like the massive neck that he seems to like, plus I want my custom to have a Korina back.

[darkmonth]

haha... ok dude..

funnily enough, you mention the neck.  My brother and mate own Epiphone Les Pauls... from the 1999 - 2001 period.

Mine is a 1992 model.  Mine is WAY fatter neck!  I love a fat ass neck.  Because I am used to it. I dunno, its just my guitar is so perfect to me.

So I reckon the Slash model would be PERFECT !!!!

[Pviljoen]

well there ya go. I prefer the 60s slim taper neck.

[Miz]

I'm sure Slash likes the thinner necks rather than the fatter ones.  I read in an interview that for the original Sig he was gonna make with Gibson the only differences were bigger frets, a thinner neck and the pups.

And Pviljoen, do you know if Slash is still getting his guitars built by the guy that built his first LP that he recorded AFD with? Because I've always wondered, cos he used to say in interviews that the guitar really kicked ass.

[Captain P?l]

awesome! looks nice...
but after i bought my black beauty i tend to prefer it black....  

[darkmonth]

I'm sure Slash likes the thinner necks rather than the fatter ones.  I read in an interview that for the original Sig he was gonna make with Gibson the only differences were bigger frets, a thinner neck and the pups.

And Pviljoen, do you know if Slash is still getting his guitars built by the guy that built his first LP that he recorded AFD with? Because I've always wondered, cos he used to say in interviews that the guitar really kicked ass.

No, he doesn't.  That guy built the guitar, not for Slash... just as a Gibson copy.  An exemplary one... but not for Slash.  Alan Niven bought the guitar as a gift for Slash.  It is a super high quality copy, so as good as the real thing.  But now Slash gets his LPs from all kinds of sources... vintage ones, new ones etc...

but they are all the real deal.  Real Gibson's.

[Pviljoen]

No, Max still builds guitars, and for slash too.

What most of you don't realize is that the stars often have their personal axe made by a luthier OF THEIR CHOICE, then the company copies that and issues it. Think of it, do you think a tone deamon is going to want to play with an instrument that all his fans have (cheaper wood etc)..

Slash's LP I'm SURE has Brazilian Rosewood for the fretboard, whereas the signature model that us plebs buy will be the cheaper Indian variety, and our binding will probably be plastic, we'll get a plastic nut... things like that. I read on a very reputable website that most guitars are ghostbuilt, that is a company hires another company to actually build their guitars.

When Ted Nugent had that ES 135 signature, his own luthier built it and gibson issued it. Slash's real model would probably cost a lot, because it is most likely made by Max and the woods used are far older and more expensive. Slash told Ed Roman (one of those guitar people who knows everyone and has owned every guitar ever) that Max has made several of his #1 Les Pauls. I mean why not, if you were a star wouldn't you want better than commercial grade quality?

[Miz]

It is a super high quality copy, so as good as the real thing.

I liked that line, made me chuckle...

[Slashisthebest]

Im getting a job asap, just so I can but it.

Slashisthebest

 

[blues_rock_axeman]

The guitar sounds unlike any axe I've ever heard. When played clean it sounds like an electro-acoustic, but when overdrive is on, it sounds like a real heavy metal guitar.

Go to www.gibsoncustom.com for sound examples.

 

[Aero]

The guitar sounds unlike any axe I've ever heard. When played clean it sounds like an electro-acoustic, but when overdrive is on, it sounds like a real heavy metal guitar.

Go to www.gibsoncustom.com for sound examples.

 

cool they didnt have any sound samples when they put online the page

[Queen of Everything]

Ohhh Nice....


For some reason I have a fetish with RED Guitars!?!  i dunno, cant explain it?!

[Butch Français]

wow what an old thread!
anyways, I wanna reply to the guys talking about Slash's handmade guitars.
I have an interview with Slash from last year where he says he's got 5 of them and that they're better than anything Gibson has ever made!

[Queen of Everything]

wow what an old thread!
anyways, I wanna reply to the guys talking about Slash's handmade guitars.
I have an interview with Slash from last year where he says he's got 5 of them and that they're better than anything Gibson has ever made!

Gotta love him.

[Butch Français]

wow what an old thread!
anyways, I wanna reply to the guys talking about Slash's handmade guitars.
I have an interview with Slash from last year where he says he's got 5 of them and that they're better than anything Gibson has ever made!

Gotta love him.

damn right!

[electricmage]

Ok, for starters, the Jimmy Page top end model is only having 150 made, so that's completely irrelevant. ?Because each top end model is hand aged, they are limited to such a massive degree. ?Same as the original Snakepit Les Paul was, because of it's incredibly expensive and time consuming carved logo and pearl snake on the fretboard.

The Slash Les Paul is based on Slash's specs. ?It's a beautiful guitar, and yes it will be more expensive. ?But when you go to the shop and your kid wants the sugar coated Cornflakes, and the normal ones are there next to them for 2 3rds of the price... you know that you are paying for a sugar coating and not much else...

well, essentially the fact that the Slash model is set up with Slash settings, Slash pickups, and the Slash name on it, is sugar coating. ?Some people think it IS worth having. ?I personally DO want it, and WILL pay the extra grand or so for it.

That's what the signature series is all about. ?It's about having a guitar that is designed to be like the guitar your idol's choose. ?The Slash guitar looks fantastic, and I would bet my life on it that it plays like butter in your hands. ?And of course, it's Slash Signature.

Worth the extra.

Not true. Jimmy Page's guitar is also in production for an unlimited run. They cost a lot less since they arent aged by tom murphy.