tweed2 Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Well, the whole thing started with the purchase of the 62 Sheraton RI. I replaced the Seymour Duncans that came on it (installed by the refurbisher, not the Gibson mini-hums). A custom wound set of Zhangbucker Firebirds. All the usual stuff I do, new bone nut, longer bass bale on the frequensator, McCartney mod on the strap pin, new black pick guard and knobs. I gotta tell ya, these pickups hit the mark for me. I play this thing more than any of the others, these days. Sounds like a really angry Telecaster, when pushed. As good as the SD SM-1s are the Zhangs are markedly better. The Tele and Morgan Monroe acoustic were purchased by a friend, replaced by a IB Texan. I can't say enough about these guitars. Huge smile the first time I played it plugged in. I can't believe they are so affordable. I stole a set of used Lollar P-90s off eBay ($100 !), which started a chain reaction. The Lollars went on the Casino. The Biltoft P-90s on that, went on the Zephyr Blues Deluxe, the middle stock pickup replaced by one of the MCM P-90s I had at the neck and bridge. I sold the other MCM and stock Epi P-90s. I sold the Seymour Duncan SM-1s (from the Sheraton), and picked up a second set of never mounted Zhangbucker Firebirds (eBay) for half of new (and no 10 week wait), which I traded to my luthier for some future considerations. Then, I sold the Korina SG and a Strymon Mobius pedal, and purchased a 2013 Guild GAD G212 12 string. Still money left, so I bought an Epi AJ 220S, for the wife to start learning on. I figured if she had her own guitar, she wouldn't have to worry about asking me to play mine. I only hope she doesn't get hooked like I am. There isn't enough room for more. There's a reason I limited myself on how many I would own. What's left in the fund will go to set up on the Guild and probably a pickup. Still researching the possibilities on that. After all that, 20+ transactions on eBay alone, I'm still at my self-imposed limit of 7 guitars (not including the bass). Every guitar touched by this madness was improved. It took 7 long months, but I've got my bases covered now. We'll see how long that lasts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crust Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 I want your ZBD lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not-Too-Late Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Nice collection Tweed. What's the name of the amp behind the Texan? I don't recall seeing one like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 Nice collection Tweed. What's the name of the amp behind the Texan? I don't recall seeing one like that. Thanks. That is a one-of-a-kind, Revamp Mutt. I did all of the cabinet work. The speakers were chosen in discussions with Ted Weber, with a collaboratively-designed switching system. The chassis (#1) was built by Lil Dawg, out of California. It has a Tweed Fender Deluxe pre-amp, with a Champ power section. Basically, a low watt Deluxe. There is close to $200 worth of vintage American glass in it. All of the tonal variations of a Deluxe, with a 10" and 12" speaker cab that uses one or both speakers (16 ohm each, 8 ohm combined). Full on, with both speakers going, it's an incredible 12 watt amp. It's been borrowed several times for recording. I loosely based the cabinet design on some of the old Danelectro amps from the 50s and early 60s. Fender tilt-back legs and piggy-back clip bars. My go-to amp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not-Too-Late Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Thanks. That is a one-of-a-kind, Revamp Mutt. I did all of the cabinet work. The speakers were chosen in discussions with Ted Weber, with a collaboratively-designed switching system. The chassis (#1) was built by Lil Dawg, out of California. It has a Tweed Fender Deluxe pre-amp, with a Champ power section. Basically, a low watt Deluxe. There is close to $200 worth of vintage American glass in it. All of the tonal variations of a Deluxe, with a 10" and 12" speaker cab that uses one or both speakers (16 ohm each, 8 ohm combined). Full on, with both speakers going, it's an incredible 12 watt amp. It's been borrowed several times for recording. I loosely based the cabinet design on some of the old Danelectro amps from the 50s and early 60s. Fender tilt-back legs and piggy-back clip bars. My go-to amp. Nicely done Tweed. If they are using it for recording, it must produce a beautiful sound. I'm glad that tube amps are still out there. They are better than digital. I remember when my brother and I swapped out our 24 track analog equipment for digital. Don't get me wrong, the equipment was great, but there is a difference between analog and digital. We were glad that we still kept the analog equipment as it was still used for some recording. All gone now though. When more and more performers started doing their own work at home, we had to close the doors. My brother still fumes about that. The music industry has changed a lot of the years has it not. Thanks for providing the info Tweed. Cheers Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 Nicely done Tweed. If they are using it for recording, it must produce a beautiful sound. I'm glad that tube amps are still out there. They are better than digital. I remember when my brother and I swapped out our 24 track analog equipment for digital. Don't get me wrong, the equipment was great, but there is a difference between analog and digital. We were glad that we still kept the analog equipment as it was still used for some recording. All gone now though. When more and more performers started doing their own work at home, we had to close the doors. My brother still fumes about that. The music industry has changed a lot of the years has it not. Thanks for providing the info Tweed. Cheers Wayne Back in the day, I did work a the first 24 track studio in Seattle, all analog. I never did switch to digital, all of my stuff is still tape. It's what I know and I prefer the sound. I am hearing that analog is making a minor comeback, by the purists. If you wait long enough, it'll be in fashion and demand again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1 Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Terrific! Isn't great when things just come together like that? You must be feeling alright. I too have limited myself to 7 electric guitars. Beautiful collection! Wish I could play them. I think I'm going to start calling you Mr. Natural! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 Terrific! Isn't great when things just come together like that? You must be feeling alright. I too have limited myself to 7 electric guitars. Beautiful collection! Wish I could play them. I think I'm going to start calling you Mr. Natural! Ya, I'm into "blondes". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vomer Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Pat, that's a great result. And I have commented on liking your guitars before, but now I also have to say I like your wallpaper . The finishing touch . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 Pat, that's a great result. And I have commented on liking your guitars before, but now I also have to say I like your wallpaper . The finishing touch . That's actually hand painted, a blow up of what vintage Fender tweed looks like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not-Too-Late Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 That's actually hand painted, a blow up of what vintage Fender tweed looks like. Hand painted! Wow, you must have the patience of Job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 Hand painted! Wow, you must have the patience of Job. About 18 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 i'm beginning to sense a fondness for hollows/semis here Tweed.... great collection! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not-Too-Late Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 About 18 hours. 18 hours - that qualifies as a patience of Job project. I like it. It makes for a nice feature wall. Cheers Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeko Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 Pat, that's a great result. And I have commented on liking your guitars before, but now I also have to say I like your wallpaper . The finishing touch . I was going to ask about that wall as well. Very nice touch indeed. Me likes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomse Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 Well, the whole thing started with the purchase of the 62 Sheraton RI. I replaced the Seymour Duncans that came on it (installed by the refurbisher, not the Gibson mini-hums). A custom wound set of Zhangbucker Firebirds. All the usual stuff I do, new bone nut, longer bass bale on the frequensator, McCartney mod on the strap pin, new black pick guard and knobs. I gotta tell ya, these pickups hit the mark for me. I play this thing more than any of the others, these days. Sounds like a really angry Telecaster, when pushed. As good as the SD SM-1s are the Zhangs are markedly better. The Tele and Morgan Monroe acoustic were purchased by a friend, replaced by a IB Texan. I can't say enough about these guitars. Huge smile the first time I played it plugged in. I can't believe they are so affordable. I stole a set of used Lollar P-90s off eBay ($100 !), which started a chain reaction. The Lollars went on the Casino. The Biltoft P-90s on that, went on the Zephyr Blues Deluxe, the middle stock pickup replaced by one of the MCM P-90s I had at the neck and bridge. I sold the other MCM and stock Epi P-90s. I sold the Seymour Duncan SM-1s (from the Sheraton), and picked up a second set of never mounted Zhangbucker Firebirds (eBay) for half of new (and no 10 week wait), which I traded to my luthier for some future considerations. Then, I sold the Korina SG and a Strymon Mobius pedal, and purchased a 2013 Guild GAD G212 12 string. Still money left, so I bought an Epi AJ 220S, for the wife to start learning on. I figured if she had her own guitar, she wouldn't have to worry about asking me to play mine. I only hope she doesn't get hooked like I am. There isn't enough room for more. There's a reason I limited myself on how many I would own. What's left in the fund will go to set up on the Guild and probably a pickup. Still researching the possibilities on that. After all that, 20+ transactions on eBay alone, I'm still at my self-imposed limit of 7 guitars (not including the bass). Every guitar touched by this madness was improved. It took 7 long months, but I've got my bases covered now. We'll see how long that lasts. Hey Friend you have one beautiful set up there . That is some thing to be proud of . But were is your cat . And maybe a Telecaster would be nice on the wall . as in another blonde Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 30, 2014 Author Share Posted July 30, 2014 Thanks. I had a Tele up there, but it was one of the guitars sold to get the Guild. I'm finding that I just don't use solid body guitars that much. It came down to the Tele or the Strat. Some day, maybe a Thinline Tele, with Firebirds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joevacc Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 Some day, maybe a Thinline Tele, with Firebirds. Ya know, I have been thinking about that very thing! Lovely Idea! That would make a great custom parts-o-build! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweed2 Posted July 30, 2014 Author Share Posted July 30, 2014 I actually had the body, neck, pickguard, bridge tuners and pickups, all ready to start finsh and assembly, when my Reissue Sheraton appeared. I kept the Firebirds, and replaced the Seymour Duncans on the Sheri with them. Sold everything else. Someday, maybe I'll try again. But I'll tell ya, that Sheri with the Zhangbuckers is a guitar to be reckoned with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis G Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 Great looking space Pat! And nice guitar collection as well. I certainly hope you had a template of some sort when painting that wall! You've a lot more patience with a paint brush than I do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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