rbpicker Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 Well, since having sold my J45 to Sal, I’ve been missing the Gibson slope shoulder feel, sound, and cool vibe. I stopped by my favorite local shop yesterday and picked a J15 off the wall. First strum said “take me home”. I continued to play it, and really loved the sound and vibe. Not a J45 sound, but a great sound all it’s own. I’ve owned walnut guitars in the past and like the clarity and “between rosewood and mahogany” sound that they have. I’ll remove the pick guard, change out the tuners and put a bone nut and saddle and bone pins in to see how the voice might respond to those changes. It’s great the way it is, but I’m a tinkerer, so will spend some time messing with it. I’ll try to figure out the picture posting puzzle when it’s all dressed up like I want it. Maybe I’ll record a video and post that as well. What a great value these guitars are. This one is a ‘17 model and was priced accordingly. They have really gone up this year, I understand. Roger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell Davis Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 Congrats!! I've found the J15 to be the most fun to play Gibson I've ever owned. Touch responsive and balanced tone. Can't go wrong. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayoubengal1954 Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 Well, since having sold my J45 to Sal, I’ve been missing the Gibson slope shoulder feel, sound, and cool vibe. I stopped by my favorite local shop yesterday and picked a J15 off the wall. First strum said “take me home”. I continued to play it, and really loved the sound and vibe. Not a J45 sound, but a great sound all it’s own. I’ve owned walnut guitars in the past and like the clarity and “between rosewood and mahogany” sound that they have. I’ll remove the pick guard, change out the tuners and put a bone nut and saddle and bone pins in to see how the voice might respond to those changes. It’s great the way it is, but I’m a tinkerer, so will spend some time messing with it. I’ll try to figure out the picture posting puzzle when it’s all dressed up like I want it. Maybe I’ll record a video and post that as well. What a great value these guitars are. This one is a ‘17 model and was priced accordingly. They have really gone up this year, I understand. Roger Good on ya! I have one guitar with Walnut B/S (the Halcyon NL-00) and really like the tone as well. Play on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad76 Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 My 2019 model came with bone pins. Im also planning on changing out the tuners and doing the bone but/saddle. Eventually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted June 1, 2019 Share Posted June 1, 2019 I never knew you got one Roger? That’s great. I’d love to hear it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbpicker Posted June 2, 2019 Author Share Posted June 2, 2019 Well, actually Sal ....(I think you know what I’m going to say)... the J15 went the way of a number of great guitars that I’ve owned. It wasn’t filling the void I’d hoped it would so I sold it and searched until I found my current 45, replacing the one I sold you. It it was a good one, in fact the guy who bought had had one before, but this one sounded so good he had to have it.....the Circle of life I guess, laws of the jungle stuff. A little silly, but that’s what happened. roger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad76 Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 9 minutes ago, FZ Fan said: The walnut back on those are really nice. Yes they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, rbpicker said: Well, actually Sal ....(I think you know what I’m going to say)... the J15 went the way of a number of great guitars that I’ve owned. It wasn’t filling the void I’d hoped it would so I sold it and searched until I found my current 45, replacing the one I sold you. It it was a good one, in fact the guy who bought had had one before, but this one sounded so good he had to have it.....the Circle of life I guess, laws of the jungle stuff. A little silly, but that’s what happened. roger I relate... as you know. By the way I played your old J45 for a few songs at a job just this Friday night. My partner Mike loves it, and I really enjoy that he does... and that I get to pop in like an Uncle.. Edited June 2, 2019 by ThemisSal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncle fester Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 On 3/11/2018 at 2:10 PM, rbpicker said: Maybe I’ll record a video and post that as well. rbp - Will hold you to it, love your clips and it's been too long since the last! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 I love my J-15 but I never get to see the back much. It's always hidden by my belly. It's my second favorite acoustic ever with a super fast neck and a sound of it's own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 Great looking guitars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinder Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 J15s are great guitars! So dynamic and touch sensitive, loads of lovely overtones and punch, but subtle with it. I miss the one I had back in '16 and sold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Proclaimer888 Posted June 6, 2019 Share Posted June 6, 2019 OK...so now I want one. Thanks guys n gals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissouriPicker Posted June 6, 2019 Share Posted June 6, 2019 The J15 is a great guitar. 10000% Gibson........My problem is that once I got my J100 Walnut, the 15's playtime began to shrink. I love the Gibson slope shape, but my other Gibson slopes fill that need. J15s are awesome guitars and the price is definitely right. After this thread, looks like I'll have start using it more at gigs........Sorry Sweetie. I'll make it up to you.😭 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stradibarrius Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 I recently decided I was going to try to start playing again after many years. I am a violin maker and have spent too much time working over the last 20 years and decided it was time to do something about it. I have acquired a J-15 and absolutely love it!!! I had a J-35 years ago and sold it. I have regretted that move for years. I love the slope should models but I really like this walnt version! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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