Looking for a backup guitar

NoodleFace · 07-20-2008, 02:28 PM

Hey guys, don't post here very often since I stopped playing 7 strings, but I do come by once in awhile.

Right now I'm using an ESP M-II (maple board, OFR) as my main guitar. I have a gibson lp custom from the 70's, but it needs a lot of fretwork to be playable and it's also tough for me to play metal on due to the neck difference. I've been toying with the idea of buying another guitar to have as my backup/second/downtuned guitar but I'm not really sure what I want.

As far as specs go, I'd really like a floyd rose of some kind (OFR and Edge Lo-pro's are my favorite), 24 frets, HH, HSH, HSS designs. For fretboards I really hate rosewood, but would take it on the right guitar. Favorite brands are ESP and Ibanez, I do like some jacksons though.

I was also thinking about buying this guys ESP M-II Deluxe from the 90's, with the licensed floyd, but I'm not sure how that bridge holds up against an OFR. Was checking out a lot of RG's on ebay, people really don't understand prices on these guitars at all (had a hard time finding one I wanted).

So, can anyone lead me to some guitars to look at? My two favorite guitars I've owned are the ESP M-II and my old RG3120 (why did I sell it!). Won't look at schecters at all, can't deal with the necks. So, anything you can think of to try?

Price range is $600-800.

NickCormier · 07-20-2008, 02:47 PM

Carvin. Used obviously But for $600ish thats thebest you'll get.

eaeolian · 07-20-2008, 02:54 PM

'80s bolt-on Jackson Dinky?

Elysian · 07-20-2008, 02:58 PM

its a shame you missed out on shawn's RG520QS, it would have fit most of your specs perfectly. my advice is an RG570 with a pickup swap, or try the RG550 reissue if you can find it with maple board, i believe those retailed around 800... if not, find an old RG550 with maple board, would be a great choice.

jrf8 · 07-20-2008, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eaeolian

'80s bolt-on Jackson Dinky?

usa model, ebony board and bolt on neck

Mattmc74 · 07-20-2008, 08:32 PM

You can never go wrong with an old Charvel!!!!

07-20-2008, 02:28 PM	#1
NoodleFace Delicious Noodles Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Taunton, MA Posts: 147 Main Seven: Ibanez UV7BK Rig: ENGL Powerball Thanked: 15 / 1	Looking for a backup guitar Hey guys, don't post here very often since I stopped playing 7 strings, but I do come by once in awhile. Right now I'm using an ESP M-II (maple board, OFR) as my main guitar. I have a gibson lp custom from the 70's, but it needs a lot of fretwork to be playable and it's also tough for me to play metal on due to the neck difference. I've been toying with the idea of buying another guitar to have as my backup/second/downtuned guitar but I'm not really sure what I want. As far as specs go, I'd really like a floyd rose of some kind (OFR and Edge Lo-pro's are my favorite), 24 frets, HH, HSH, HSS designs. For fretboards I really hate rosewood, but would take it on the right guitar. Favorite brands are ESP and Ibanez, I do like some jacksons though. I was also thinking about buying this guys ESP M-II Deluxe from the 90's, with the licensed floyd, but I'm not sure how that bridge holds up against an OFR. Was checking out a lot of RG's on ebay, people really don't understand prices on these guitars at all (had a hard time finding one I wanted). So, can anyone lead me to some guitars to look at? My two favorite guitars I've owned are the ESP M-II and my old RG3120 (why did I sell it!). Won't look at schecters at all, can't deal with the necks. So, anything you can think of to try? Price range is $600-800.

07-20-2008, 02:54 PM	#3
eaeolian The Church of SEVEN • Super Moderator • Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 8,021 Real Name: Mike Main Seven: Jackson CS Soloist 7 Rig: Mesa Triple Recto Thanked: 30	'80s bolt-on Jackson Dinky? Division - American metal that doesn't suck. Much. Even on MySpace, and Soundclick, too.

07-20-2008, 08:32 PM	#6
Mattmc74 They call me pedals Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: bay city, michigan Posts: 3,927 Real Name: Matt Main Seven: Ibanez RG7421 Rig: Marshall>Randall Cab Thanked: 71	You can never go wrong with an old Charvel!!!! I want a ziploc rain coat. zepp88 Originally Posted by yellowv Matt does awesome work, but knows his shit. The average schmo's guitar isn't going to come out looking like that after a homemade cavity fill and repaint.

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NickCormier Canada >>> You Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 1 Posts: 2,312 Thanked: 24	Carvin. Used obviously But for $600ish thats thebest you'll get.

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Elysian CrabClaw Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Plano, TX Posts: 4,276 Real Name: Adam Main Seven: Elysian Custom Guitars Thanked: 25 $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$ $Elysian is rather kvlt and tr00. \m/$	its a shame you missed out on shawn's RG520QS, it would have fit most of your specs perfectly. my advice is an RG570 with a pickup swap, or try the RG550 reissue if you can find it with maple board, i believe those retailed around 800... if not, find an old RG550 with maple board, would be a great choice.


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