BobF_ Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Interestingly enough (to me at least), I just realized that the "E" on the p/g on my el cheapo DR100 is very similar to Volmer's (i.e. embeded in the guard, not "added" on). Pic doesn't show it well, but you get the idea: Inlay = "tasteful" Sticker = "trashy & cheap" IMO, of course :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjeokiedog Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I took the E off my Casino, and later got another, thinner pickguard made. Why remove the E? Clutter, the E on the truss rod cover is enough for me. Why thinner? I like to feel the bottom of the pickup with my right pinky when singing (mouth glued to the mic) and I want to orient my hand to play call & response licks. Once oriented, I can let go of the pickup. In the end, I sort of "Gibsonized" my Casino, not to make it look like one, because I think it looks better that way. If I wanted to hide the Epiphone headstock, I'd get a clip on tuner ;) I think the black pickguard brings out the beauty of the wood better, the no E gets rid of the distraction, and the witch hat knobs bring tie the black headstock, black pickguard and black knobs together to make the guitar look classier. But of course, that's my own opinion. What do you think? Notes I like the Epi better in Black, too nice color on the Gibson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteWilson Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I took the E off my Casino, and later got another, thinner pickguard made. Why remove the E? Clutter, the E on the truss rod cover is enough for me. Why thinner? I like to feel the bottom of the pickup with my right pinky when singing (mouth glued to the mic) and I want to orient my hand to play call & response licks. Once oriented, I can let go of the pickup. In the end, I sort of "Gibsonized" my Casino, not to make it look like one, because I think it looks better that way. If I wanted to hide the Epiphone headstock, I'd get a clip on tuner ;) I think the black pickguard brings out the beauty of the wood better, the no E gets rid of the distraction, and the witch hat knobs bring tie the black headstock, black pickguard and black knobs together to make the guitar look classier. But of course, that's my own opinion. What do you think? Notes Great asthetic improvement! Looks better than that ole Gibby! Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeko Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 This string box belonged to my grandfather, probably from the 1930's. If I had to put a fine point on as to why I like the "E" it's probably the history and nostalgia that goes along with it and the company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coz52 Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 This string box belonged to my grandfather, probably from the 1930's. If I had to put a fine point on as to why I like the "E" it's probably the history and nostalgia that goes along with it and the company. I don't think anyone dislikes the "E". It's the manner of execution. The "sticker" routine is just not being accepted as appropriate on this quality of instrument. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobF_ Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 I don't think anyone dislikes the "E". It's the been the the manner of execution. The "sticker" routine is just not being accepted as appropriate on this quality of instrument. What he ^^^^ said! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Zeplin Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I may remove the "E" off of the truss cover on my ZBD, I would leave it if the color matched the inlays on the headstock but it is too bright for my taste..... I got rid of the '€' on mine by using a black Sharpie marker to cover it. Same goes for the white layers on my multi-ply black and white pickguards. Works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleeko Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I don't think anyone dislikes the "E". It's the manner of execution. The "sticker" routine is just not being accepted as appropriate on this quality of instrument. Well yeah, I can see that point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobbind Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 I like the E truss rod covers, though the white ones on Rivieras are a bit garish. The raised scratchplate Es look stupid though, the old Matsumoku ones looked so much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobbind Posted February 7, 2014 Share Posted February 7, 2014 What about the truss rod covers that say 'Gibson'. I mean, what's that all about? My Hummingbird truss rod cover said 'Hummingbird' so I changed it for a spare 'e' one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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