ryanfender Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 I recently purchased a 2007 Gibson J-185 from member of the AGF and thought I would post some of my own pictures. I think its one of the best bursts I have seen and the tone is very impressive. Its definitely an good example. I am thinking about upgrading the saddle but I am concerned about how it will work with the UST. I am still debating if I should experiment. The guitar seems to respond very well to fingerstyle which was surprising. Of course, like any maple jumbo it is a loud cannon when strummed. I am really starting to love it and thought I would share. Sorry for all the glare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannusguy Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 very lovely guitar. i expect you'll enjoy that for quite awhile. congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honky Dog Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Beautiful, Beautiful, Beautiful. Congratulations on getting that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLiveSoundGuy Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killyridols Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Very nice. Gotta get my Southern Jumbo outside for some nice pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWilson Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Very nice!! I hope you enjoy it for a long time. (honkydog - Love your avatar. I think I had a beer with that dog. His name isn't Rusty, is it?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hall Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 ryanfender: Wow! I like that one. Happy picking and strumming for a long time to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojo312 Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 I love it ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDC Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Nice one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Layla Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 ryanfender: very nice guitar. I'm A big fan of the J-i85. When did they stop putting the Maltese crosses on the bridge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Congrats! Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajsc Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Gorgeous guitar!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajsc Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Very nice. Gotta get my Southern Jumbo outside for some nice pics. Looking forward to that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild_Rose Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 absolutely gorgeous and the outdoor pics show off its amazing body! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR GIBS Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 All I can say is : Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful... Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanfender Posted April 13, 2009 Author Share Posted April 13, 2009 ryanfender: very nice guitar. I'm A big fan of the J-i85. When did they stop putting the Maltese crosses on the bridge? I don't when they stopped put the maltese crosses on the bridge but the Gibson website shows them missing on the J-185 as well. Personally, since I am not Jesse James nor do I own a custom chopper, I appreciate them not there. It gives a more understated classic feel. Anyone know why they do away with the crosses? KSDADDY? Thanks for all the kind words everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgwoods Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 The crosses remain on the TV models. I am guessing they just saved themselves some money and left them off the Modern Classics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkoch Posted April 19, 2009 Share Posted April 19, 2009 The originals built between 1951 and 1959 had the maltese cross and kluson tuners. They re-introduced the J-185 several years ago, and the True Vintage model matches the original vintage model. The modern classic is the same guitar w/o the vintage features (kluson tuners and maltese cross inlays on the bridge). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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