SycamoreDan Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I've gotten some feedback from a few fellas on the forum who have the LG-2 Reissue, which they like very much. I'm close to pulling the trigger on one of these from Fullers but am not able to travel from PA to Texas to try one out. Thus, I'll have to gamble the shipping costs if I'm not satisfied. However, I have seen the Music Villa demo video of the LG-2 American Eagle and like the tone very much, especially for fingerstyle. Quite different from the small bodied Martin 000-15s I was accustomed to playing for years. The AE has an earthier, even woodier tone that does not emphasize the trebles to the extent that they seem brittle. The guitar just sounds rounder than the Martins I have owned and played. The bass is also present but not overwhelming. My question is whether the specs, especially materials and bracing, would essentially be the same on the LG-2 Reissue and LG-2 AE. I certainly know that individual guitars vary from one to the next, especially Gibsons, but I'm curious if these guitars are essentially the same animal with different finishes. Thanks for any feedback you can provide. This is a great forum, and I hope very soon to be back in the Gibson fold. My first really nice guitar was a Gibson J-60 Traditional, which was an awesome guitar. I stupidly sold it to buy a Martin HD28, then a Martin D17 (old version), and finally a 00015-s, which I liked but sold due to the brittle trebles previously mentioned. I'm hoping the LG-2 will be what I'm after, especially for recording my next album, which will feature the guitar--mostly fingerstyle--and my voice. http://www.hardbarksycamore.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Fuller's is typically a very, very good company to deal with. The re-issues they commission are excellent, and if I were going to take a chance on a "sight-unseen and un-played" guitar from anyone, Fuller's would be high on the list. The LG-2 re-issue will, of course, be a sunburst top. which is what an LG-2 should look like. The AE is an LG-3 masquerading as an LG-2. The specs on the guitars should be similar in tonewoods and bracing, but I personally would go with an LG-2 that looked like an LG-2. I have not seen the detailed specs on either guitar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SycamoreDan Posted May 13, 2013 Author Share Posted May 13, 2013 Nick, I'm with you. Nothing against the AE, but Gibson's sunburst is totally amazing. Good to hear about Fuller's. I've often wondered if certain stores, like Fullers for Gibsons and MFG for Martins, have such good reputations that the manufacturers send them the really good guitars. This could be total bs. I don't know. Anyway, thanks for boosting my confidence in ordering from Fullers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rambler Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Can't speak from direct experience with LGs, but my general sense of the matter is that you get more bang form the buck from FVG: better wood, detailing, maybe a lighter build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisM Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Does anyone have a link to the Fuller LG-2? I couldn't find it on their site, I couldn't see any Gibson acoustics actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuanCarlosVejar Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Fuller's in no longer allowed to show their stock of gibson product online check out this Craig's List ad http://austin.craigslist.org/msg/3727735858.html I have done many custom left handed guitars with them . they are great people and just really awesome to work with JC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisM Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Fuller's in no longer allowed to show their stock of gibson product online check out this Craig's List ad http://austin.craigslist.org/msg/3727735858.html I have done many custom left handed guitars with them . they are great people and just really awesome to work with JC Oh yeah, why's that? Saw that ad, looks like a nice guitar. Wonder what they sell for new. At $1600 used that's close to a vintage 50's LG-2. Man I would love a LG-2 to go with my J-45 TV! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAMELEYE Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I tried out an American Eagle locally and was not impressed. First, it's not the old LG/B-25 shape at all (though the Fuller's reissue is). The AE's bottom has been widened slightly and the curve of the sides, top to bottom reflects that. This is similar to what Gibson did to the boxy dread shape (say of a Hummingbird) when they created the Songwriter style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorick Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I play a Fuller's J 50 every day. It's my go to guitar. If I were to ever buy a new Gibson, I would call Fullers first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bram99 Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Oh yeah, why's that? Saw that ad, looks like a nice guitar. Wonder what they sell for new. At $1600 used that's close to a vintage 50's LG-2. Man I would love a LG-2 to go with my J-45 TV! The two make a great pair. My LG-2 (5 star dealer LG-2 custom reissue 2012) is the little brother to my my J45TV... actually more like its little old man... 'cause of its nice old timely tone...and comfort for my aging body.. Mine came with a Sitka top......I wonder how much this Fullers one would differ in sound due to the adirondack top...if I could find something with the comfort, fit and mojo of the LG-2, along with the growl and single note clarity of my J45TV I could be a "one guitar" type person.....playing time currently LG2 gets 75%, J45TV, 20% everything else 5%....... I wonder why Gibson didn't come out with a LG-2TV, when they released the other TV models....seems like there would be a market for it....everyone should own an LG-2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 At $1600 used that's close to a vintage 50's LG-2. Actually, a good early 50's LG-2 will probably set you back about $2400 these days in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixlrose Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 This probably doesn't help but, the last time I contacted Fullers about these guitars, they said they no longer carry them. However, they do stock the American Eagle LG-2. My understanding is that the Gibson Custom Shop is not taking custom orders for a while. I tried to order a custom LG recently - got a quote but when I tried to order it, they had stopped accepting orders. What a tease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAddison Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I wonder why Gibson didn't come out with a LG-2TV, when they released the other TV models....seems like there would be a market for it....everyone should own an LG-2. I agree. For me its 50% LG2, 25% LG1 and 25% J35 There are still a few floating around in Europe. Thomann is all out which is a shame as they had them for £1385. Might be worth asking them if they are expecting any more. Failing that mail Boseman direct. They made a whole batch for Japan which I am told mine originally came from. Or... this: http://www.thomann.de/gb/gibson_b_25_sunburst.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParlourMan Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I wonder why Gibson didn't come out with a LG-2TV, when they released the other TV models....seems like there would be a market for it....everyone should own an LG-2. Probably still got a bunch of Keb Mo's to get rid of..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuanCarlosVejar Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Well the people over at gibson want you to go out to your 5 star dealer and find the guitar that fits hand in glove for each player. the 5 star program is designed to offer the player a great selection but also the best knowledge of gibson acoustics ... the idea I guess was that gibson wants to encourage the consumer to visit the store and have a great time instead of just ordering online . JC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Well the people over at gibson want you to go out to your 5 star dealer and find the guitar that fits hand in glove for each player. the 5 star program is designed to offer the player a great selection but also the best knowledge of gibson acoustics ... the idea I guess was that gibson wants to encourage the consumer to visit the store and have a great time instead of just ordering online . JC Or not to annoy the heck out of the dealers and make em go out of business ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisM Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 This probably doesn't help but, the last time I contacted Fullers about these guitars, they said they no longer carry them. However, they do stock the American Eagle LG-2. My understanding is that the Gibson Custom Shop is not taking custom orders for a while. I tried to order a custom LG recently - got a quote but when I tried to order it, they had stopped accepting orders. What a tease. Talked to someone at Fullers today. Gibson isn't excepting custom orders from dealers for this quarter anymore. More custom orders are going in late July/early August so don't expect any new LGs from them until late August/early September they said (even that is early though me thinks). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuanCarlosVejar Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I guess the people in Bozeman have their hands full ? It's really new to me that they are not taking custom orders . JC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SycamoreDan Posted May 17, 2013 Author Share Posted May 17, 2013 I too spoke with Fullers a few days ago. Chris M is right. They don't expect any LG-2s for many months. Bummer! I had my credit card out ready to put down the 20% deposit. Not a big fan of the looks of the American Eagle, so I'll pursue other options. Maybe Elderly's custom 00-18v. It has a low profile rather than modified v neck. Or maybe one of those Huss and Dalton Crossroads. I played one awhile back, and it was quite nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParlourMan Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I too spoke with Fullers a few days ago. Chris M is right. They don't expect any LG-2s for many months. Bummer! I had my credit card out ready to put down the 20% deposit. Not a big fan of the looks of the American Eagle, so I'll pursue other options. Maybe Elderly's custom 00-18v. It has a low profile rather than modified v neck. Keb Mo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisM Posted May 17, 2013 Share Posted May 17, 2013 I too spoke with Fullers a few days ago. Chris M is right. They don't expect any LG-2s for many months. Bummer! I had my credit card out ready to put down the 20% deposit. Not a big fan of the looks of the American Eagle, so I'll pursue other options. Maybe Elderly's custom 00-18v. It has a low profile rather than modified v neck. Or maybe one of those Huss and Dalton Crossroads. I played one awhile back, and it was quite nice. This may interest you (I know it interests me). The specs on this are just killer, love the Gibson style neck. http://www.folkwaymusic.com/new-instruments/martin-guitars/martin-custom-00-18-0313/ A mahogany 00-18 custom from Martin. At $4200 brand new I'd rather buy a really nice vintage banner LG-2 though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixlrose Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 For what it's worth, I bought the Fullers LG-2 reissue in that Craigslist ad (posted earlier in this thread) and it's an awesome guitar... looks and sounds wonderful. I haven't compared it to the American Eagle LG-2 but it seems to me that the comparison might be a similar to comparing a J-45TV to the new J-35 in terms of the build quality, finish and overall look and feel. As far as sound goes, I'm not sure how they would compare but the videos of the AE LG-2 sound great to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiloMinderbinder Posted July 8, 2013 Share Posted July 8, 2013 Anyone know what the list and street prices are of the Fuller's Reissue. I guess I could call, but I'm lazy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixlrose Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Anyone know what the list and street prices are of the Fuller's Reissue. I guess I could call, but I'm lazy... No longer available. They only carry the American Eagle LG-2 now. Maybe they will have them again someday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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