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Hi No Glory :-) I just can't give this one up. It's the only dive bombing trem that I really trust and it looks like a rocketship! I wouldn't mind a bit more power though. Maybe I should invest in a Steel Panther Satchell pedal hahahahaha. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Gibson Tick :-) Very sensible upgrades IMO and I love the way those Baby Grand bridges look. Make sure you hang onto the originals though! Cheers, Gary:-)

Hahahaha, hi Rod :-) In my experience the chrome covers are aesthetic only. The 57 Classics as fitted to these are excellent and a little warmer than the 498T and 490R you'd get in a Studio. Not better or worse, just different. I suppose these days with amp modellers and the vast array of pedals on offer you can get pretty much any sound you like though. Horses for courses Rod and don't forget, you can bung chrome covers and a scratchplate on anything if that's your aesthetic preference. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Gary, I've got a couple of your listings on my watch list that tick all the boxes if they're still around in mid October then job done. I've got one of your mate Bob's on the list too. Just for future reference Bob has got a few things with Zebra pickups and no scratch plate that I've heard you demo here and sound great. I don't know how far Bob is away from you but just for future reference would it maybe be possible for you to do a few tweaks to something if I wanted the look of it changed before it was shipped. I'd obviously pay you for the parts and work. I'd like to get something that's been through your hands if I possibly can because I'd be sure of getting a good one.

Hi Chris :-) Blimey, that was cheap! I like Steve from Boston - great channel. I'm busting to have a go on those Seinberger banjo tuners. I keep getting thwarted though. Why does nobody keep them? One day, one day. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi G W :-) Yes, it's surprising that they're no longer produced. I thought this was a brilliant instrument but I guess they want to stick with the more popular models. The other forgotten Fender that I really loved was the Coronado. Nice upgrades you've made there, too. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Mick :-) I like the 'no frills' approach TBH. Also, I agree with you about the Barrel Knobs - they do look a bit odd. One day I'll get to have a go on something with those banjo tuners! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi David and thanks :-) Hahahahaha, well spotted - I wasn't sure anyone would notice the Abbey Road background shot. It was from Madame Tussaud's in Blackpool. Yes, they're a workhorse indeed. I bought a new Standard in 1994 and sold it after 20 years because I hadn't played the damn thing in case I hurt it! Give me a 'beater' any day hahahahaha. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Graham :-) This weekend we're going to look at the VERY cheapest way to buy a guitar with the Gibson name on the headstock. They usually go out on eBay for well under £200!!!! Take care too Graham. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Gavin and thanks :-) This one's long gone now so I'm unable to measure it but usually a 12mm socket is what I use to fit or tighten them up with. You can get the whole thing for £3.25 - here's a link, cheers, Gary :-) www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266721552979?itmmeta=01J38EDTNQB0X2RB539841PHEQ&hash=item3e19d7ea53:g:WYMAAOSwhiZl9HKE&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA4BGJcr%2Bx8APkY27oKWBDE3pqAxF0g3MFlUC1DSs0%2BBBUACFmeah2F0F6IUuB7tiHnS4inhaSyVdGbH131EBC5KT2tUtqhJLci%2F2XVFEPwfsJlWTOpcIC42xbOJ89cx7r5MhXiguKyAkA0LD%2FRKZ1P01CvVS8L3yGJmVKU4JvBPLXLolGJRI5mqaAPfvpkIifbozRCVZXgUM3SX%2BHHIppGT1wfFrnsMc7tTBGRYPEkOsE%2FhiMHeKpj5GxTYoVAJy4KAGJK2WHXqgU%2BL%2Bq4q6%2F16uqXK%2BU%2Bx269ZoxgJbmyh2q%7Ctkp%3ABFBM-Kq3jppk

Hi Keith :-) Yes, a haircut indeed......to go with the new face cut! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hahahaha, hi Mr Whitesnake :-) I saw your Mexican Strat video - you looked very happy with it indeed! Cheers, Gary :-)

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Hi Twangnasty and thanks :-) I suspect your lad's Studio will be a 1998 model then. Slap bang in the middle of the 'good wood' era. I'm loving the job they did at the surgery. I'll do a full update in a couple of weeks that'll hopefully help anyone out who's considering the same adventure! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Graham :-) Once I'm stood behind a guitar I quickly forget what's written on the headstock. I'm only really interested in whether it plays and sounds ok! Have a great weekend too mate. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Mick and thanks :-) Yes, they've really come along in leaps and bounds in recent years. I'm sure that the open book headstock will appeal to many. I remember they used to do it on some of the arch tops and there was the odd Les Paul that got the treatment years and years ago. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi David and thanks :-) They're lovely guitars these new Epiphones and I particularly like the fact that they've started using the Kalamazoo Open Book headstock with them. More fun and frolics on the way. I'm doing a run of cheapies over the next few weeks. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Bob and thanks :-) I was just saying to another contributor that I'm looking forward to reviewing one of Epiphone's 57 or 59 reissues. If you think the Classics are pricey take a look at the list price of the reissues! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Rod :-) You're not being daft at all and it's like a lot of things in life; if it makes you feel good then it's worth doing. After all, when a chap's worked his conkers off all of his life, he's entitled to a bit of treat now and then! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Chris :-) I've heard that those 57 and 59 Epiphone LP reissues are pretty much the pick of the crop. I'll look forward to doing a review when one comes in. The quality's bang on with all of them these days though. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi David and thanks :-) There's still a way to go especially with scarring on my eyelids but it's progressing nicely, thanks. Weirdly, I still can't feel my neck - it's like shaving another bloke! Hahahahaha. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hahahaha, hi Bill :-) I have a lot of love for Hank. Did I ever tell you I went on a search to find a Hank cock-up. Not a single one to be found anywhere. That man's like a machine......... with stealth bomber timing, too. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Pete :-) I'm really pleased that you found the review helpful. They're terrific guitars and £300 sounds like a great price. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Karen :-) I forgot to mention the pain aspect in my previous reply so I was pleased to see this comment from you :-) I was awake for the whole thing which took three hours and the time passed so quickly. The surgery team were brilliant and clearly had a great deal of experience. There was virtually no pain either during or after, just about 10 minutes of slight discomfort when they performed the neck liposuction. I've got two weeks worth of progressive photographs so I can do a day by day summary of the most significant period. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Karen and thanks :-) I'm really happy with the progress so far. The surgeon reckons you're not fully cooked until around the 6 month mark and obviously age plays a part in how quickly you heal. When all the scarring has gone I'll do a full review of what to expect, costs and the operation itself (which I was awake for!). Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Gerald :-) I would confess that this guitar was way better to play than I expected and actually easier to get to grips with than a real one due it's slightly smaller stature. Worth every penny indeed my friend. Cheers, Gary :-)

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Ha! Hi cuzz :-) There's still a way to go but I'm so happy with the progress so far. They reckon 6 months before you're fully cooked. Hope I'm not too knackered to enjoy it by then! Ta-ra a bit :-)

Hi Ed and Sabine :-) I love the extra real estate on the 2015 fretboards. Makes vibrato on the high E so much easier! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Phil :-) As it goes, I reviewed a white one more recently that was made in Vietnam. It had only come in for a restring but I didn't want to give it back! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Andy :-) It seems they literally don't make them like this any more. Gibson, in their wisdom, have stopped doing the high gloss finishes for 2024. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hahahahaha, hi Gordon :-) That's exactly where my head is on the subject of split coils on a Gibson! According to the Gibson catalogue we now have to buy a used guitar to get this type of high gloss finish - baffling! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Ricardo :-) The cheapest 1996 Studio on eBay in the UK is on at £950. There's always a bit of a price hike for models built between the late 80's and very early 2000's as this was known as the "Good Wood" era. Price will always depend on condition and if there's a proper TKL hard case so I'd expect to pay anywhere between £750 - £1,000. Here's a link for the £950 one - they want £50 postage, too. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/226044051317?itmmeta=01J2KDSSKNQV5WRHYRTQMWTDGM&hash=item34a1467f75:g:hxoAAOSwvtVl8cIP&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA0G%2BWRa%2BrnzJLy%2B%2FLipmHnOxyU2OmCi70Wv2%2BXpRkl71ePgXFyLvgwcEY3eJi5T6xfJUNu2xBcyF0vO%2F3NeP1PvGjYuS%2BYD2N8BesKiGHDEcGz4Ende%2BC13ATzk0V07QOlWuSlYx9Ygcre1UmCRzqyOhXaZujHgnK0DDqs5Cr6aI99j8a8nAlwcTWKC53BXnEhTuSrXARm0vFdVFgzrwavNV5UsKKpeHEhdmMjCGkVY6HHC5jX7qCGafFArHJCFHn37c55AIVlJtlKyVXGJ1BAh0%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_KZ5-2UZA Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi John and thanks :-) There's still a way to go but I'm happy with the progress so far :-) Cheers, Gary :-)

Hahahahahaha, hi Baulder :-) I'll take that as a compliment! There's still some healing left but it seems to be progressing ok. The next step is to find a younger bloke and a set of jump leads hahahahaha. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Dom :-) Wise choice, sir. I know it sounds a bit cheesy but some guitars just seem to 'talk' to you. Most of the ones I listen to all say "Buy ME"! Yes, there were a lot of criticisms about the post 2010 models but TBH I've not come across anything that was terrible. I'm not keen on push/pulls but you're not forced to use them and it's not as though Gibson went out and got an entire useless workforce. Maybe there was a decline in the quality of wood used? They all seem pretty good to me though. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi AhYes and thanks :-) Still some healing left and they reckon about 6 months before it's all settled in. I agree with you about the colour - it's a proper classic claret finish. According to the latest Gibson catalogue you'll have to buy a used guitar if you want this finish - shame, really. who knows, they may bring the high gloss back at some point in the future. Cheers, Gary :-)

Hahahahaha, hi Pete and thanks :-) We've got another Les Paul Studio later tonight then I think it's an Epiphone for the weekend. Cheers, Gary :-)

@@FoxysGuitarShow I have a 60’s epiphone les paul coming soon.

Hi Akaski :-) It was The Signature Clinic in Rochdale. They have clinics in other places too and they have a decent website. Cheers, Gary :-)

@@FoxysGuitarShow Thanks for reply, ill check them out

Hi Sophon :-) I don't mind either way but certainly I've had comments that reflect divided opinions on the subject and I've seen a fair few with a laminate or vinyl overlay! Cheers, Gary :-)

Hi David and thanks :-) They're excellent guitars and really nice to play. Those pickups are awesome! cheers, Gary :-)

Hi Charlie :-) Your comment certainly reflects the feelings of many people on this subject. Personally, I would never intentionally import one from China but I thought it was interesting to look at the differences in construction and that the review may possibly help anyone that was being sold one of these as a genuine Gibson. Cheers, Gary :-)