Paulman9507 Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 https://imgur.com/gallery/PrxVSasStopped at the shop to pick up my Les Paul that was shipped there. It had this, I asked the tech there what he thought said it’s fine etc. just wondering what anyone else thinks. The cutaway side is absolutely fine. Topside is like that though. Under warranty if need be. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NighthawkChris Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 If that was my purchase I’m not keeping that one. That’s just unacceptable to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveFord Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 Nothing a little plastic wood and a yellow highlighter pen won't fix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulman9507 Posted June 12, 2021 Author Share Posted June 12, 2021 I specifically asked the chat rep for a pristine new Les Paul, while I know the clerks at the store XYZAbc can’t really guarantee how item arrives hence always have it shipped.. they unboxed it in front of me, You would have thought this would’ve caught the eye of the person finishing the guitar with lacquer and strings, before even allowing this to pass. I just don’t know what to say when I have picked up insurmountable Epiphone and any other brand guitar, and old vintage Les Pauls, and still see this. Old ones don’t even have this. The cutaway is beautiful and fine. The topside is not. The very very first thing I noticed when the case was opened a place I always, always check on my indo cort factory Ibanez RG guitars when ordering, as I’ve has experience with pocket cracking before. Could’ve been weather shifting maybe being dropped hard during shipping even in a darn leather hard case and box. I can’t say. All I know is I did not, pay for something to look like this out of the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 I'm not usually bothered by such things but that is excessive. I would not accept it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveFord Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 That could very well be shipping damage, these things can take a real shot falling off a high conveyer belt. Back it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 That looks so bad. It looks like the fretboard might even be delaminating from the neck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01GT eibach Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 4 hours ago, NighthawkChris said: If that was my purchase I’m not keeping that one. That’s just unacceptable to me. Agreed -- Not even close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulman9507 Posted June 25, 2021 Author Share Posted June 25, 2021 It has been returned today for a full refund of original purchase on method of payment. Feels good to get it out of my life, going to shop for something else. More than likely Epiphone. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Pepper Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 (edited) That is un-fukin-acceptable. Glad you returned it. Edited June 25, 2021 by Sgt. Pepper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rct Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 And don't go back to that store. rct 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulman9507 Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 Too bad I got a Marshall amp from them today that was on order. Let’s hope to god it’s quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 6 hours ago, Paulman9507 said: Too bad I got a Marshall amp from them today that was on order. Let’s hope to god it’s quality. You're not sure yet? Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulman9507 Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 Nah not yet busy day yesterday I’m gonna unbox this morning check it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparquelito Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 What's the big deal? It was just relic'ed is all. Some people pay extra for that feature. 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsongs Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Return & Replace it until it’s right… You’re paying perfect money & expect a perfect Guitar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulman9507 Posted June 27, 2021 Author Share Posted June 27, 2021 Amp seems sonically and structurally good, etc. would find it hard to have two Nixes in a row with chances of probability, but hey. Never know.. but yeah amplifier seems great Marshall dsl 40cr a real beauty. got a full refund just gonna keep window shopping. Have my eye set on traditional pro Epiphone SG or Les Paul Modern. Played my tribute 2017 yesterday. Worried even at 26 it’s a heavy one… SG May be in order. Is relief in the moderns all that substantially different? I tried Epi custom Silver. Just like my tribute. Modern LP was very light. SG even more so. Both would be good but gee my body can’t handle it after being on HGH for 10 years joints really feel it nowadays. Bet some of ya older guys will be laughing lol. No grey hair yet lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 (edited) 16 hours ago, Paulman9507 said: Amp seems sonically and structurally good, etc. would find it hard to have two Nixes in a row with chances of probability, but hey. Never know.. but yeah amplifier seems great Marshall dsl 40cr a real beauty. got a full refund just gonna keep window shopping. Have my eye set on traditional pro Epiphone SG or Les Paul Modern. Played my tribute 2017 yesterday. Worried even at 26 it’s a heavy one… SG May be in order. Is relief in the moderns all that substantially different? I tried Epi custom Silver. Just like my tribute. Modern LP was very light. SG even more so. Both would be good but gee my body can’t handle it after being on HGH for 10 years joints really feel it nowadays. Bet some of ya older guys will be laughing lol. No grey hair yet lol late to the party but, I'd have returned that too. that just isn't right.. no how, no way. good score on the DSL I have three Marshalls, one is the DSL40CR, a very versatile combo. If I don't want to move the JVM / CABS this little guy doe the trick! Did you pickup the 6 button footswitch? I know it's expensive but if you didn't do that, MHO, it's worth it. with that, you can do all the channel / voicing and master volume switching from the FS. even shuts off the fx loop which is nice! Edited June 28, 2021 by kidblast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulman9507 Posted July 2, 2021 Author Share Posted July 2, 2021 Didn’t get the foot switch just the loop thing it came with. Great amp though, and I just ordered a Les Paul Epiphone modern figured, ships 7-12. Let’s hope it’s good to go. Maybe poly finish is just more durable generally, my thoughts at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Poly is more durable. Nitro is coveted because its traditional. But it takes an age to cure (new Gibson often have sticky necks for a while) and after a while longer it crazes (patina). Wonderful stuff . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, merciful-evans said: Poly is more durable. Nitro is coveted because its traditional. But it takes an age to cure (new Gibson often have sticky necks for a while) and after a while longer it crazes (patina). Wonderful stuff . And dont forget the fun of what happens if you leave it on a foam padded guitar stand.... I know its traditional but they really should change their finish... So many more options these days and they could use stuff not so harsh on the environment and people... One time I sprayed nitro and was wearing a t-shirt (face was of course covered)... I dont know this for sure but I think it sunk in to my skin and at the end of the day I had one of the worst headaches of my life and thats saying something. Horrible stuff... Gibson should move on to one of the many great finishing oils you can buy now days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted July 3, 2021 Share Posted July 3, 2021 12 hours ago, Rabs said: And dont forget the fun of what happens if you leave it on a foam padded guitar stand.... I know its traditional but they really should change their finish... So many more options these days and they could use stuff not so harsh on the environment and people... One time I sprayed nitro and was wearing a t-shirt (face was of course covered)... I dont know this for sure but I think it sunk in to my skin and at the end of the day I had one of the worst headaches of my life and thats saying something. Horrible stuff... Gibson should move on to one of the many great finishing oils you can buy now days. Yuk! That's a cautionary tale if there ever was one. I agree 100%, but we both know that Gibson's hands will always tied by the faithful insisting on traditional. A oil finish would make an attractive option though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard McCoy Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 (edited) On 7/2/2021 at 9:29 PM, merciful-evans said: Poly is more durable. Nitro is coveted because its traditional. But it takes an age to cure (new Gibson often have sticky necks for a while) and after a while longer it crazes (patina). Wonderful stuff . Nitrocellulose lacquer—like most lacquers—never cures; it only dries. Regarding the main topic, I have the very same model brand-new in my possession. I think the photo of the Les Paul Special in TV Yellow above may have made the transition between binding and fretboard extension look worse than it really is due to the interplay of shadow and light in the photo. There is always going to be a noticable transition there—that perhaps only the Custom Shop that sprays the nitrocellulose clear coat by hand can elmininate that perfecting the transition—and depending on the lighting condition might be more noticably visible under extreme than normal (lighting) conditions. In any case, you can always feel the transition by touch. Edited July 4, 2021 by Leonard McCoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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