Caparison: Now Taking Pre-Orders ! (Most models/configurations)

zimbloth · 04-24-2008, 03:27 PM

March '09 Current & Incoming Stock

Angelus HGS GM Pro.Black **SOLD**
Dellinger MC Aluminum
Dellinger MC Titanium
Dellinger HGS Pro.Black **SOLD**
Dellinger FX Oiled Walnut
Dellinger 7 FX Oiled Mahogany **SOLD*
Dellinger-CA Christopher Amott Signature
Horus Yellow Sand w/ Gold HW
Horus Scarab w/ Gold HW **SOLD**
Horus HGS MF Pro.Black **SOLD**
Horus HGS MF Oiled Walnut
Horus HGS EF Oiled Walnut
TAT Special Trans.Black
TAT Special Amber **SOLD**
TAT II Red Sunset <- discontinued model

Any models not listed aboveI can most certainly secure for you. The list is constantly changing as well so check back. There are also a few remaining 2008 models I can import for you guys for a lower price if interested. These include the: TAT Iceberg/Red Sunset, the Dellinger Trans.Dark Rose, the Angelus HGS Pro.Trans.Blue, and the Dellinger II FX-HGS Pro.Black

I appreciate all of you who have purchased Caparisons from me so far. Since I started this last June '08 the success has been a pleasant surprise for me and it's in great part to you guys here, so thanks!

Nick
The Axe Palace

amonb · 04-24-2008, 03:45 PM

Sweet, am perusing the Caparison site now to have a look at options...

zimbloth · 04-24-2008, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amonb

Sweet, am perusing the Caparison site now to have a look at options...

Cool. Their website isn't great (especially with photography), if you want more details or want to see pics of a specific item, let me know and I'll track it down for for you.

amonb · 04-24-2008, 03:52 PM

Cheers man, you're right, they're website is not good at all!

Xtremevillan · 04-24-2008, 04:56 PM

...WHAT THE ....! Awesome.

...I wish I had waited the week or whatever. But I'll try to order a Red Sunset TAT II from you later in the year.

If anyone wants pics of the Frozen Sky TAT II feel free to go into my profile, "MOST EPIC PICSTORY".

zimbloth · 04-24-2008, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xtremevillan

...WHAT THE ....! Awesome.

...I wish I had waited the week or whatever. But I'll try to order a Red Sunset TAT II from you later in the year.

If anyone wants pics of the Frozen Sky TAT II feel free to go into my profile, "MOST EPIC PICSTORY".

Oh well. Cool dude, I'll check that out.

Xtremevillan · 04-24-2008, 05:37 PM

Enjoy!

Now, to start saving again...also, just as a reference point for anyone ordering sponge finishes, the finishes are quite random...is there any way you can ask Caparison for pictures (if they have made multiple) and get a particular one? I had an issue with a Frozen Sky.

amonb · 04-24-2008, 05:42 PM

Dude maybe that's another thread...

zimbloth · 04-24-2008, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xtremevillan

Enjoy!

Now, to start saving again...also, just as a reference point for anyone ordering sponge finishes, the finishes are quite random...is there any way you can ask Caparison for pictures (if they have made multiple) and get a particular one? I had an issue with a Frozen Sky.

I don't know, perhaps but I doubt it. They all look good to me, I think you're nitpicking.

Xtremevillan · 04-24-2008, 06:11 PM

I might be, but I figure I might as well make sure.

Bigeeboo · 04-30-2008, 08:57 AM

Do they make V's?

D-EJ915 · 04-30-2008, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigeeboo

Do they make V's?

they've got this one: caparison angelus-hgs

there was a gibson-style flying V some japanese woman had as a sig model but it's not made anymore I don't think

jaxadam · 04-30-2008, 10:11 AM

Awesome man. I'm a pretty big fan of Caparisons, and I'll check you guys out when I'm down for getting another one.

Bigeeboo · 04-30-2008, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D-EJ915

they've got this one: caparison angelus-hgs

there was a gibson-style flying V some japanese woman had as a sig model but it's not made anymore I don't think

Well ... if there is a Full wing V still available I'll hop on ... (if the price is right ofcourse)

looks cool but Im a full V guy

zimbloth · 04-30-2008, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaxadam

Awesome man. I'm a pretty big fan of Caparisons, and I'll check you guys out when I'm down for getting another one.

Cool man. Their production schedule is fairly limited, so if there's a model you're interested in, let me know so I can tell you when they're due to have more available of that model. I have access to their production schedule.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigeeboo

Well ... if there is a Full wing V still available I'll hop on ... (if the price is right ofcourse)

looks cool but Im a full V guy

If you're a full V guy and there's nothing else you'd tolerate, I'd suggest looking into a Rico Jr, Jackson, KxK, ESP, Gibson, etc. The Rhoads-esque 'Orbit' is the closest you will find from Caparison for the foreseeable future.

Bigeeboo · 04-30-2008, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zimbloth

Cool man. Their production schedule is fairly limited, so if there's a model you're interested in, let me know so I can tell you when they're due to have more available of that model. I have access to their production schedule.

If you're a full V guy and there's nothing else you'd tolerate, I'd suggest looking into a Rico Jr, Jackson, KxK, ESP, Gibson, etc. The Rhoads-esque 'Orbit' is the closest you will find from Caparison for the foreseeable future.

Thanks ... I've already hit all of the above up :P

Im just a dirty V-whore :O

zimbloth · 04-30-2008, 05:29 PM

Guys check this out, I got a cool package from Caparison Japan today. A stack of sweet catalogs, a CD with BEAUTIFUL high-resolution photos of each of their guitars (not like the ones they use on the website, you guys HAVE to see these, I'll post an example below), and a welcome letter. Awesome!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigeeboo

Thanks ... I've already hit all of the above up :P

Im just a dirty V-whore :O

If you're familiar with my arsenal, you'd know I'm right there with you. However I think some of their superstrat models are pretty metal too. I'm considering picking up an Angelus HGS (the archtop double cut model) or a TAT.

Xtremevillan · 04-30-2008, 10:12 PM

Are those real guitars? Because on bmusic that Frozen Sky is anything but real.

I need to change my pants after that Sunset.

zimbloth · 04-30-2008, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xtremevillan

Are those real guitars? Because on bmusic that Frozen Sky is anything but real.

I need to change my pants after that Sunset.

Huh? Of course they're real, they're professional photos. Literally every guitar company in existence touch up their photos a bit though if that's what you're getting at. You have to if you want them to look real and not amateurish.

If you want to high res pics of other models, let me know and I'll post 'em. I've seen some of these guitars in real life and they look awesome.

D-EJ915 · 04-30-2008, 10:36 PM

they should really release the 7-string with the maverick, I mean, Horus body shape.

zimbloth · 04-30-2008, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D-EJ915

they should really release the 7-string with the maverick, I mean, Horus body shape.

Oh yeah it does kind of look like that I never really made the connection. ESP certainly has a long history of copying guitars too, so it's all good. But yeah that would be cool in a 7.

PS: Check out this Christopher Amott model pic, I'd love this.

Edroz · 04-30-2008, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zimbloth

PS: Check out this Christopher Amott model pic, I'd love this if it was 1K less and had an extra string

D-EJ915 · 04-30-2008, 10:50 PM

yeah I think Jackson japan also had that body shape too, I dunno who came out with it first, they never sold it in the US so until caparison came over ESP was the only one here...

that white amott is mega sexy, is it gloss? looks satin in that pic

zimbloth · 04-30-2008, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D-EJ915

that white amott is mega sexy, is it gloss? looks satin in that pic

That's a good question. I've been talking to Itaru (Caparison's head designer), he told me their paint job process is fairly unique, and he explained to me how the different paint jobs change the tone in different ways. It's hard to explain though, I'm just paraphrasing. It's not a satin finish, but it's not your average finish either.

I know the guitars with the "Pro" designation in the specs have that special kind of paint job. Supposedly it brings out more of the low mids of the wood than their standard paint job.

The best I can summarize it for you would be: it's more or less regular white but its not your standard gloss white guitar. I also believe it's thinner (on purpose, for tonal reasons - many luthiers have told me over the years that the less paint on the guitar the better the tone, that's why Michael Sherman prefers to only use natural stains and not paint).

zimbloth · 05-01-2008, 02:37 AM

I'm really digging this one also. Reasonably priced too.

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04-24-2008, 03:27 PM	#1
zimbloth Nick // Axe Palace Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Boston Posts: 16,664 Thanked: 179 Feedback Score: 47 reviews	Caparison Stock @ The Axe Palace March '09 Current & Incoming Stock Angelus HGS GM Pro.Black SOLD Dellinger MC Aluminum Dellinger MC Titanium Dellinger HGS Pro.Black SOLD Dellinger FX Oiled Walnut Dellinger 7 FX Oiled Mahogany *SOLD Dellinger-CA Christopher Amott Signature Horus Yellow Sand w/ Gold HW Horus Scarab w/ Gold HW SOLD Horus HGS MF Pro.Black SOLD Horus HGS MF Oiled Walnut Horus HGS EF Oiled Walnut TAT Special Trans.Black TAT Special Amber SOLD TAT II Red Sunset <- discontinued model Any models not listed aboveI can most certainly secure for you. The list is constantly changing as well so check back. There are also a few remaining 2008 models I can import for you guys for a lower price if interested. These include the: TAT Iceberg/Red Sunset, the Dellinger Trans.Dark Rose, the Angelus HGS Pro.Trans.Blue, and the Dellinger II FX-HGS Pro.Black I appreciate all of you who have purchased Caparisons from me so far. Since I started this last June '08 the success has been a pleasant surprise for me and it's in great part to you guys here, so thanks! Nick The Axe Palace The Axe Palace <-- Dealer for: Ibanez, BKP, DiMarzio, ENGL, Diezel, Orange, Fryette, ESP, Caparison, PRS, Vigier, Dean , Parker, Flaxwood, G&L, Schecter USA and many more. NEW WEBSITE IS NOW LIVE: www.axepalace.com

04-30-2008, 10:36 PM	#20
D-EJ915 <3's Tsukasa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 18,749 Thanked: 220 Feedback Score: 6 reviews	they should really release the 7-string with the maverick, I mean, Horus body shape. əBCAir

04-30-2008, 10:50 PM	#23
D-EJ915 <3's Tsukasa Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Virginia, USA Posts: 18,749 Thanked: 220 Feedback Score: 6 reviews	yeah I think Jackson japan also had that body shape too, I dunno who came out with it first, they never sold it in the US so until caparison came over ESP was the only one here... that white amott is mega sexy, is it gloss? looks satin in that pic əBCAir

05-01-2008, 02:37 AM	#25
zimbloth Nick // Axe Palace Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Boston Posts: 16,664 Thanked: 179 Feedback Score: 47 reviews	I'm really digging this one also. Reasonably priced too. The Axe Palace <-- Dealer for: Ibanez, BKP, DiMarzio, ENGL, Diezel, Orange, Fryette, ESP, Caparison, PRS, Vigier, Dean , Parker, Flaxwood, G&L, Schecter USA and many more. NEW WEBSITE IS NOW LIVE: www.axepalace.com

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amonb Just One More... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 2,540 Thanked: 17 $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Sweet, am perusing the Caparison site now to have a look at options...

04-24-2008, 03:52 PM	#4
amonb Just One More... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 2,540 Thanked: 17 $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Cheers man, you're right, they're website is not good at all!

04-24-2008, 04:56 PM	#5
Xtremevillan im leaving ss.org Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,277 Thanked: 34 Feedback Score: 7 reviews	...WHAT THE ....! Awesome. ...I wish I had waited the week or whatever. But I'll try to order a Red Sunset TAT II from you later in the year. If anyone wants pics of the Frozen Sky TAT II feel free to go into my profile, "MOST EPIC PICSTORY".

04-24-2008, 05:37 PM	#7
Xtremevillan im leaving ss.org Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,277 Thanked: 34 Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Enjoy! Now, to start saving again...also, just as a reference point for anyone ordering sponge finishes, the finishes are quite random...is there any way you can ask Caparison for pictures (if they have made multiple) and get a particular one? I had an issue with a Frozen Sky.

04-24-2008, 05:42 PM	#8
amonb Just One More... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brisbane Posts: 2,540 Thanked: 17 $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $amonb is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Dude maybe that's another thread...

04-24-2008, 06:11 PM	#10
Xtremevillan im leaving ss.org Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,277 Thanked: 34 Feedback Score: 7 reviews	I might be, but I figure I might as well make sure.

04-30-2008, 08:57 AM	#11
Bigeeboo V-boi Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: US Posts: 202 Thanked: 2 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Do they make V's?

04-30-2008, 10:11 AM	#13
jaxadam SS.org Regular Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 873 Thanked: 9 Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Awesome man. I'm a pretty big fan of Caparisons, and I'll check you guys out when I'm down for getting another one.

04-30-2008, 10:12 PM	#18
Xtremevillan im leaving ss.org Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,277 Thanked: 34 Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Are those real guitars? Because on bmusic that Frozen Sky is anything but real. I need to change my pants after that Sunset.

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