RevDavidLee Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 The marketing verbiage: Gibson M2 is a product of a made in the USA Revolution. Truly the dawn of a new era for made in the USA guitars, the Gibson M2 was designed around Gibson's standards of quality and innovation for Gibson USA's new S Series, bringing unprecedented value in an American-made guitar. Key features Mini-button tuners: These tuners provide reliable, long-lasting tunings. Tektoid nut: Dense and self-lubricating for great sustain and accurate return to pitch. Satin slim taper maple neck: One of the most comfortable and fastest neck that Gibson has ever made. One piece rosewood fingerboard: High standard of quality for truly amazing tone, sustain and playability. Solid poplar body: Recognized for well-balanced tones. New Light Gloss true Nitro finish: New Light Gloss is a nitrocellulose finish for ultimate resonance and beautiful aging. Gibson Pro-Buckers humbuckers: For those legendary Gibson humbucker tones. Adjustable wrap-around bridge: Great sustain with adjustability for accurate intonation. Simple controls: One volume, one tone and one toggle switch - direct control. S Series Gigbag: Comes in a gigbag FEATURES Body Body shape: Single cutaway Body type: Solid body Body material: Solid wood Top wood: Not applicable Body wood: Multi-ply Poplar Body finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Orientation: Right handed Neck Neck shape: SlimTaper Neck wood: Maple Joint: Set-in Scale length: 24.75 in. Truss rod: Standard Neck finish: Gloss Fretboard Material: Rosewood Radius: 12 in. Fret size: Medium Number of frets: 22 Inlays: Trapezoid Nut width: 1.69 in. (43 mm) Pickups Configuration: HH Neck: Pro-Bucker Rhythm Middle: Not applicable Bridge: Pro-Bucker Lead Brand: Gibson Active or passive pickups: Passive Series or parallel: Series Piezo: No Active EQ: No Special electronics: None Controls Control layout: Master volume, tone Pickup switch: 3-way Coil tap or split: No Kill switch: No Hardware Bridge type: Fixed Bridge design: Wraparound adjustable Tailpiece: Not applicable Tuning machines: Mini-chrome button Color: Chrome Other Number of strings: 6-string Special features: Price Case: Gig bag Accessories: None Country of origin: United States For the price - it seems like a no brainer. Has anyone played one yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 From what I remember about the reviews on these the bridges were a bit of an issue.. It leans forward in the posts making it hard to get a good action... Apparently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 26, 2017 Author Share Posted October 26, 2017 What country is the USA Revolution and do they kneel down at Football games there as well? I have a LP, SG and BB King, and I can't really see needing or wanting one. Good for people who are looking for a guitar in that price range. How long ya think the will be around? My stock probably just went down as well. Lol I doubt your stock has gone down - I'm sitting on a brothel of Gibsons & have already purchased two 2018 models so far. I like seeing Gibson introducing some inexpensive models. Mix it up :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 26, 2017 Author Share Posted October 26, 2017 I preordered one of these $99 Epiphone Les Paul SL guitars over a month ago just for sh*ts & giggles. Still waiting for that to come in. Having fun out here \:D/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 26, 2017 Author Share Posted October 26, 2017 From what I remember about the reviews on these the bridges were a bit of an issue.. It leans forward in the posts making it hard to get a good action... Apparently Good video - thanks Rabs! Guitar not worth purchasing - thanks Rabs! Everybody move along now... nothing to see here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 Good video - thanks Rabs! Guitar not worth purchasing - thanks Rabs! Everybody move along now... nothing to see here Well now you know.. You could always try one of the Wallmart ones, they have a Gibson headstock so im sure are much better ;) https://www.walmart.com/ip/Maestro-by-Gibson-MESGBKCH-Double-Cutaway-Electric-Guitar-Kit/35151662 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Scales Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 I can't understand how it's possible to get a brand new guitar (by Gibson mind you ), with amp, lead, strap etc. for less than $80. Actually, I prefer not to understand, it can't be all beer and sunshine along that supply chain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 I can't understand how it's possible to get a brand new guitar (by Gibson mind you ), with amp, lead, strap etc. for less than $80. Actually, I prefer not to understand, it can't be all beer and sunshine along that supply chain. It’s crazy isn’t it? I was really excited about the M2 when they came out because of the bright colors and low price but it seems like you need to put more money and work into it than it’s worth just to get it playable. In the video where it shows how far the bridge is leaning forward.. that’s just garbage, even after he put an $85 tailpiece on it. To actually fix that you need to fill the holes and drill them right, which could involve finish touch up work which would be a nightmare. Furthermore, it seems unlikely that they would drill every tailpiece hole crooked leaning towards the neck. Those holes are most likely produced by a CNC. It is far more likely that the body wood (poplar?) is too soft to support the string tension with the shallow tailpiece studs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megafrog Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 I have one in the Strawberry Milk finish. It is fairly chintzy feeling and the bridge is horrible. It has Probuckers in it and is really the first Gibson that can only say it is assembled in America versus built in America. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 27, 2017 Author Share Posted October 27, 2017 Well now you know.. You could always try one of the Wallmart ones, they have a Gibson headstock so im sure are much better ;) https://www.walmart.com/ip/Maestro-by-Gibson-MESGBKCH-Double-Cutaway-Electric-Guitar-Kit/35151662 You're killing me Rabs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 You're killing me Rabs You can always turn to the dark side ;) http://www.guitarcenter.com/Squier/Bullet-Mustang-HH-Rosewood-Fingerboard.gc http://www.guitarcenter.com/Squier/Bullet-Stratocaster-SSS-Electric-Guitar-with-Tremolo-Sea-Foam-Green-1413918388524.gc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 27, 2017 Author Share Posted October 27, 2017 You can always turn to the dark side ;) http://www.guitarcenter.com/Squier/Bullet-Mustang-HH-Rosewood-Fingerboard.gc http://www.guitarcenter.com/Squier/Bullet-Stratocaster-SSS-Electric-Guitar-with-Tremolo-Sea-Foam-Green-1413918388524.gc I have bought a couple of Squiers (Telecasters) this year. They actually hold tune wonderfully & the neck actions are great as well as the electronics. Gibson should tour their Squier factory.. maybe pick up some tips :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Scales Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 Here's the Aussie version of the Maestro by Gibson. Not a bad looking thing. Round $225 US but we always pay more - get a little amp and stuff included though. https://www.bigw.com.au/product/maestro-by-gibson-electric-guitar-set/p/611408/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdgm Posted October 27, 2017 Share Posted October 27, 2017 I'm quite taken with the Bullet Mustang which is available in Imperial Blue at £114 from Andertons.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 28, 2017 Author Share Posted October 28, 2017 I'm quite taken with the Bullet Mustang which is available in Imperial Blue at £114 from Andertons.... Oooooo that is attractive & the price is a no brainer :o Specs: (Note Rosewood Fretboard) all for $149 :) Perfect for the raucous sound of indie music, the Bullet Mustang HH is just plain fun to play. Powered by a pair of giant-sounding humbucking pickups, it sports a comfortable “C”-shaped neck with a modern 12 in.-radius fingerboard and a modern six-saddle hardtail bridge. A tonal powerhouse that punches well above its weight, the Bullet Mustang HH is the ideal instrument to power your next hit. Case sold separately. Key features One-piece maple neck with “C”-shaped profile 12 in.-radius rosewood fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets Dual humbucking pickups Three-way toggle pickup switch Six-saddle hardtail bridge Sealed die-cast tuning machines FEATURES Body Body shape: Double cutaway Body type: Solid body Body material: Solid wood Top wood: Not applicable Body wood: Basswood Body finish: Gloss Orientation: Right handed Neck Neck shape: C Neck wood: 1-piece Maple Joint: Bolt-on Scale length: 24 in. Truss rod: Standard Neck finish: Satin Fretboard Material: Rosewood Radius: 12 in. Fret size: Medium jumbo Number of frets: 22 Inlays: Dot Nut width: 1.656 in. (42 mm) Pickups Configuration: HH Neck: Standard humbucking Middle: Not applicable Bridge: Standard humbucking Brand: Squier Active or passive pickups: Passive Series or parallel: Series Piezo: No Active EQ: No Special electronics: None Controls Control layout: Master volume, tone Pickup switch: 3-way Coil tap or split: No Kill switch: No Hardware Bridge type: Fixed Bridge design: 6-saddle Tailpiece: String thru body Tuning machines: Die-cast sealed Color: Nickel Other Number of strings: 6-string Special features: Electronics Case: Sold separately Accessories: None Country of origin: China Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted October 28, 2017 Author Share Posted October 28, 2017 Well shoot - I have bitten the Bullet.. or rather ordered one. The fun of having acquired all the great & rather expensive guitars that I've always wanted is being able to buy these inexpensive ones for the price of a pedal. I'm having a ball. Pictures when it gets here next week. Thanks jdgm! This is all your fault Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Well shoot - I have bitten the Bullet.. or rather ordered one. The fun of having acquired all the great & rather expensive guitars that I've always wanted is being able to buy these inexpensive ones for the price of a pedal. I'm having a ball. Pictures when it gets here next week. Thanks jdgm! This is all your fault Haha... cool.. And why the hell not.. Life really is too short.. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdgm Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Thanks jdgm! This is all your fault Too kind! Note scale length is 24"....I must go and try one of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted November 1, 2017 Author Share Posted November 1, 2017 The Squier Bullet Mustang has arrived! Beautifully crafted. Found no imperfections or issues. Waiting for the guitar to warm up to house temperature before tuning her up & plugging her in. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Well shoot - I have bitten the Bullet.. or rather ordered one. The fun of having acquired all the great & rather expensive guitars that I've always wanted is being able to buy these inexpensive ones for the price of a pedal. I'm having a ball. Pictures when it gets here next week. Thanks jdgm! This is all your fault That's the bad thing about these forums...there's always somebody helping you spend money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceptorman Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 The Squier Bullet Mustang has arrived! Beautifully crafted. Found no imperfections or issues. Waiting for the guitar to warm up to house temperature before tuning her up & plugging her in. :) Looks good, did it come in that case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky Forrest Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Beautiful guitar FZ. I love Martins. Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted November 2, 2017 Author Share Posted November 2, 2017 Looks good, did it come in that case? No - I bought the case elsewhere - it was $42 open box deal. All my gits go in cases - no matter how cheap the guitar. By the way, I tuned it up earlier this evening & ran it thru my Roland JC-22 for about an hour. Very articulate, chimey & held tune like a much more expensive guitar. Feels great, plays great, sounds exceptional - awesome living room guitar I could have played for hours. Gotta run it thru a tube amp tomorrow & throw some gain on her to see how she howls. It is amazing to me they can build this quality of a guitar for $149. I love this place. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Good stuff I look forward to hearing more.... Also could be a nice easy project guitar if you fancy upgrading the pickups or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdgm Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 By the way, I tuned it up earlier this evening & ran it thru my Roland JC-22 for about an hour. Very articulate, chimey & held tune like a much more expensive guitar. Feels great, plays great, sounds exceptional - awesome living room guitar I could have played for hours. Gotta run it thru a tube amp tomorrow & throw some gain on her to see how she howls. It is amazing to me they can build this quality of a guitar for $149. I love this place. :) I still haven't gone to Andertons to try one yet. But I will. Soon. Probably. And if I like it so much I have to buy one...... It will be ALL YOUR FAULT. Yes, ALL YOUR FAULT. BTW I went to the guitar show at the weekend to see Rabs...and I hesitated and missed a mega-deal; a guy had 4 Chinese LP copies, very nice too - Epi quality, on his stall and was knocking 'em out for £99 apiece. They went quick, I could have had the best one if I'd jumped.. ](*,) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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