Francisz Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Hi, I own a Gibson J45 Studio (AN) since April 2020. It’s a beast of a guitar and the favorite one I own. I’ve noticed though that over time, the logo got discolored (see photo). I wanted to know, is this normal…? I had always put a tuner on the headstock, right where the discoloration is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low Country Boy Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Don't see a photo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisz Posted July 17, 2023 Author Share Posted July 17, 2023 37 minutes ago, Low Country Boy said: Don't see a photo. I forgot to upload it with my post, but here it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 (edited) It is more than likely the lacquer shot over the headstock yellowing. Edited July 17, 2023 by zombywoof Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Looks like the whole right half of the headstock is a different shade of black. Not just the logo. To answer your question - No, this is not normal. Not on a 3 year old guitar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, fortyearspickn said: Looks like the whole right half of the headstock is a different shade of black. Not just the logo. To answer your question - No, this is not normal. Not on a 3 year old guitar. I assumed that was just the lighting or a shadow but if not yeah, Houston we have a problem. Edited July 17, 2023 by zombywoof Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisz Posted July 17, 2023 Author Share Posted July 17, 2023 13 minutes ago, fortyearspickn said: Looks like the whole right half of the headstock is a different shade of black. Not just the logo. To answer your question - No, this is not normal. Not on a 3 year old guitar. Yeah, it’s the lights and shadows on the photo that are deceiving. The headstock is just black, no problem there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will97 Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 If you typically attach a capo on the headstock for longer periods of time (even a few hours), the rubber from the capo can chemically react to the nitro and discolor it to this yellow stain. This is a very common issue with nitro finished guitars with capos/stands with rubber material in direct contact with the guitar. it can even burn/melt through the lacquer if left for too long, which happened to the back of my ES guitar when left on a non nitro safe hanger for a week. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisz Posted July 17, 2023 Author Share Posted July 17, 2023 7 minutes ago, will97 said: If you typically attach a capo on the headstock for longer periods of time (even a few hours), the rubber from the capo can chemically react to the nitro and discolor it to this yellow stain. This is a very common issue with nitro finished guitars with capos/stands with rubber material in direct contact with the guitar. it can even burn/melt through the lacquer if left for too long, which happened to the back of my ES guitar when left on a non nitro safe hanger for a week. That makes a lot of sense. Thanks for explaining, man👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 10 hours ago, Francisz said: That makes a lot of sense. Thanks for explaining, man👍 If the headstock is evenly black I wouldn't make too much of it - in fact it's a touch of personality. But find another place for capo'n'tuner. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisz Posted July 18, 2023 Author Share Posted July 18, 2023 3 hours ago, E-minor7 said: If the headstock is evenly black I wouldn't make too much of it - in fact it's a touch of personality. But find another place for capo'n'tuner. Yes, the headstock is evenly black. I replaced the headstock tuner for a D’addario soundhole tuner instead. And you’re right, that’s also a way to look at it 🙂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 46 minutes ago, Francisz said: Yes, the headstock is evenly black. I replaced the headstock tuner for a D’addario soundhole tuner instead. And you’re right, that’s also a way to look at it 🙂 Sure ^ You and the logo went through something on your path, it sat a mark and now binds you together. 😎 Especially as you really dig the guitar. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 I like it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsongs Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 Polish it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisz Posted July 18, 2023 Author Share Posted July 18, 2023 2 hours ago, Larsongs said: Polish it.. How should I do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 7 minutes ago, Francisz said: How should I do that? Just cherish it. . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisz Posted July 18, 2023 Author Share Posted July 18, 2023 8 minutes ago, E-minor7 said: Just cherish it. . You’re right, man 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearbasher Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 I like the darker look on the logo. I'd put the tuner on the other side and try to match it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 On 7/17/2023 at 11:06 AM, will97 said: If you typically attach a capo on the headstock for longer periods of time (even a few hours), the rubber from the capo can chemically react to the nitro and discolor it to this yellow stain. This is a very common issue with nitro finished guitars with capos/stands with rubber material in direct contact with the guitar. it can even burn/melt through the lacquer if left for too long, which happened to the back of my ES guitar when left on a non nitro safe hanger for a week. that was exactly my initial thought too. nothing you can do about that once it's there either. Nitro,, yeesh!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Pepper Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 (edited) 51 minutes ago, Francisz said: How should I do that? With guitar polish and a microfiber cloth. Edited July 18, 2023 by Sgt. Pepper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsongs Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 (edited) 11 hours ago, Francisz said: How should I do that? You might give it a try.. Finishes can fool you… Edited July 19, 2023 by Larsongs 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62burst Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 3 hours ago, gearbasher said: I like the darker look on the logo. I'd put the tuner on the other side and try to match it. 'Was thinking the same thing- maybe a couple of points across the logo and end up with a reverse sunset burst logo! But then again, I'm reminded of what my D'Addario mini tuner did above the "s" and the "o" on the J-45 R: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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