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ES 335 choice: 1990 or 2005?


Mike Postnov

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Hey guys!

 

I'm living in China for a moment, so the shortest and easiest way to get a second hand axe is a chinese version of E-bay, called Taobao.com

 

Foreseeing the phews, It's a decent place, not everything you buy in China is a fake.

 

So, there is a seller with 2 options: 2005 and 1990 years made for about a same price ($2300 for 1990 and $2400 for 2005).

 

I've been told, that the ol'good gibsons are made in old 80s, before the trashy era of 1990s.

 

What would be your choice? Appreciate your opinions!

 

Thanks!

 

 

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2nd one, 1990 year made:

 

 

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I suggest the 2005. I have a 2006 and it's the best sounding guitar I own. The only issue you might experience is with the Corian nut, which can create tuning issues. I replaced mine with a bone nut and the difference is huge. Good luck!

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