byrds1965 Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 I was interested until I read it had a matte finish, even if they just glossed the top like on the AJ500 I had. I own an AJ500ME in the vintage burst and it came as the matte back then. Use some compound and buff it out and it looks just like a Gibson. This guitar I am sure you could do the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarLight Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 I own an AJ500ME in the vintage burst and it came as the matte back then. Use some compound and buff it out and it looks just like a Gibson. This guitar I am sure you could do the same. Interesting thanks!...What kind of compound did you use, and what did you use to buff it to a gloss finish? Was it necessary for you remove the pick guard to buff it? thx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffenstein Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 If I were to get this guitar buffed, I would have my luthier do it at the same time as the setup work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morkolo Posted February 2, 2015 Share Posted February 2, 2015 I own an AJ500ME in the vintage burst and it came as the matte back then. Use some compound and buff it out and it looks just like a Gibson. This guitar I am sure you could do the same. Oh I know, I did the same thing with my Fender Highway One Telecaster. It looks a lot better than the stock flat finish in my opinion, but what lies beneath the matte finish will not look as perfect as say a sprayed gloss top. I was willing to take that chance on my Tele seeing as how I picked it up used, I wouldn't want to do that with a new guitar. And to those willing to go through with it, it takes a lot of patience and a lot of elbow grease... that and a few good lights to make sure you got it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byrds1965 Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 Interesting thanks!...What kind of compound did you use, and what did you use to buff it to a gloss finish? Was it necessary for you remove the pick guard to buff it? thx. I had my guitar tech do it for me when I had the guitar in for it's many problems. He used a drill with a buffing wheel........did not take off the pickguard. Looks wise turned out very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Well... I placed an order for one through my Gibson dealer - Russo's. I am paying $529 out the door fyi. And they start shipping April 1st from what I am told. This seems like an inexpensive gamble for this guitar. I do have a one in one out rule, so I am thinking I sell my Taylor GS Mini Mahogany at work - and this puppy takes its place there. And the wait begins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffenstein Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Where is this Russo's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Asbury Park NJ. Awesome dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPS1976 Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 Well... I placed an order for one through my Gibson dealer - Russo's. I am paying $529 out the door fyi. And they start shipping April 1st from what I am told. This seems like an inexpensive gamble for this guitar. I do have a one in one out rule, so I am thinking I sell my Taylor GS Mini Mahogany at work - and this puppy takes its place there. And the wait begins! I don't like your rule! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffmac Posted February 4, 2015 Share Posted February 4, 2015 That is a" keep the wife happy" rule Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodger11 Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 That is a" keep the wife happy" rule we all need a few of those! I have the same one as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPS1976 Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 That is a" keep the wife happy" rule i get that rule. i turn it around on her and convince her that for me to make her happy i have to be happy too. win/win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffenstein Posted February 5, 2015 Share Posted February 5, 2015 The cost of buying several acoustic guitars pales in comparison to all the clothes, purses and shoes that our wives buy, not to mention furniture, bedding, towel and home decor expenditures we don't find necessary but agree to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougar Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Scale Length 24.75" So it's got a full-size AJ body? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffenstein Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Scale Length 24.75" So it's got a full-size AJ body? yep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffenstein Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Scale Length 24.75" So it's got a full-size AJ body? yep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffmac Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 i get that rule. i turn it around on her and convince her that for me to make her happy i have to be happy too. win/win lmao and that works for ya the turning it around thing? I'm impressed for me I know that she will have to get a gift worth a bit more, example Dove Pro for me diamond ring for her Masterbuilt AJ45ME for me ..........A NEW CAR!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPS1976 Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 lmao and that works for ya the turning it around thing? I'm impressed for me I know that she will have to get a gift worth a bit more, example Dove Pro for me diamond ring for her Masterbuilt AJ45ME for me ..........A NEW CAR!!!!!!!! totally works for me! I would suggest a 25% increase in cost on her gift. you might be going overboard but with gifts like that, she wouldn't even notice a new guitar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffmac Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 totally works for me! I would suggest a 25% increase in cost on her gift. you might be going overboard but with gifts like that, she wouldn't even notice a new guitar heres hoping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickthemiller Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Why all this concern regarding what the wife has to say about you buying a new guitar? .......................................................... Just checking she's not walked in the room!! ...................................... Tell her it is an investment. The resale value on a good guitar must be far more than on most other items you could buy. A car loses a large percentage when you drive it out of the showroom. A diamond ring will lose even more (unless it's an antique). A holiday - well all you have left is the memories and the photos (can't put a value on that really - but there's no resale value). If you can afford it buy it and the same for anything she wants - don't get into any debt though! You are only here the once do as much as you can to fulfill your dreams and other's dreams - as long as you don't do any harm on the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougar Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Why all this concern regarding what the wife has to say about you buying a new guitar? .......................................................... Just checking she's not walked in the room!! ...................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarLight Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Yea and how about the guy whose husband doesn't care what guitar he buys? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPS1976 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Yea and how about the guy whose husband doesn't care what guitar he buys? I guess that dude is in the clear to buy whatever he wants! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffmac Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 Why all this concern regarding what the wife has to say about you buying a new guitar? .......................................................... Just checking she's not walked in the room!! ...................................... Tell her it is an investment. The resale value on a good guitar must be far more than on most other items you could buy. A car loses a large percentage when you drive it out of the showroom. A diamond ring will lose even more (unless it's an antique). A holiday - well all you have left is the memories and the photos (can't put a value on that really - but there's no resale value). If you can afford it buy it and the same for anything she wants - don't get into any debt though! You are only here the once do as much as you can to fulfill your dreams and other's dreams - as long as you don't do any harm on the way. I don't think she cares about resale value but all told she would and will be ok with it when I get mine. Just jokin about having to get her something of greater value.....................I hope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennisB643 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I see Sweetwater has added the AJ-45ME to its web site and are taking orders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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