GibsonBlues1959 Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Well, I'm here to seek opinions and some advice, I like the 57 humbuckers and now I'd like to see which one people prefer, the Les Paul Traditional or the SG 61 ReIssue? I know the LP is a little more and that's okay. And I mainly play blues. thanks all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillybilly Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 traditional Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackie Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 SG ......but it is which one you prefer after playing them etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eldiablo Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 You can't go wrong with either one. I've played both and what can I say... they were Sweet. Best way to know is play'em and see which one calls to you most. Two totally different guitars. IMO - you are better off buying both and just put an end to the question once and for all. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoConMan Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Traditional. You can always get the SG 61 later if the desire still burns within you. Not many people start out with an SG that don't long for a Les Paul later. Both great guitars, but if it's a Gibson you gotta have a Les Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPguitarman Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Traditional. You can always get the SG 61 later if the desire still burns within you. Not many people start out with an SG that don't long for a Les Paul later. Both great guitars' date=' but if it's a Gibson you gotta have a Les Paul. [/quote'] +1 LP all the way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejay Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 I have to agree with the above... I own a SG Standard and a few guitars later I ended up with 3 LPs! I have 2 now. I have thought about both of the guitars you have mentioned but have never went for it. I played a 61 SG at GC that was beat up by other customers, strings were horrible and old, I can't blame Gibson for that though. That guitar will never sell for what they want for it... off topic but the "demo" guitars that EVERYONE plays should be sold "used" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingarmadillo Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 I'll go the other way, I much prefer my 61 RI to my LP although the LP is not a Traditional. Lighter weight, nicer neck, it just feels a lot better. I play the SG everyday - the LP gets pulled out maybe once a week. However, I'd say to go play both and then pick the one that feels best to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GibsonBlues1959 Posted September 23, 2009 Author Share Posted September 23, 2009 I'll go the other way' date=' I much prefer my 61 RI to my LP although the LP is not a Traditional. Lighter weight, nicer neck, it just feels a lot better. I play the SG everyday - the LP gets pulled out maybe once a week. However, I'd say to go play both and then pick the one that feels best to you.[/quote'] Yes, I am going to have to play both to make a decision. I appreciate all the input. thanks from Austin, TX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzep59 Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 First impulse makes me say the LP. Playing both and letting the guitars "speak for themselves" would be the intelligent thing to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobv Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 It seems that neither one moves you more than the other, or you wouldn't be asking. nevertheless, consider that the Traditional might not be available for much longer. The way I see it Gibson includes the Traditional in the marketing lineup for those of us who aren't exactly comfortable with the changes of the new Standard, and it might just be a transitional thing rather than an alternate offering in their permanent lineup. So it might be a good bet to get a Trad now while you still can (unless you go for a used Historic instead - ok there, I said it). And believe me, you can't go wrong with a Trad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ant7629 Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Both really great guitars. But as said above, I would play on good examples of both and see which feels best to you. Physically there are a lot of differences which add to how the guitars play. E.g. the SGs access to the higher frets and the LPs shall we say, less access. But you can't do wrong with either IMO. I have had my SG for 15 years+ now and I would never consider sellling it. I also love the Traditionals...I own two of them and I am still gassing for one with a gold top! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 Traditional. You can always get the SG 61 later if the desire still burns within you. Not many people start out with an SG that don't long for a Les Paul later. Both great guitars' date=' but if it's a Gibson you gotta have a Les Paul. [/quote'] Never thought I'd admit it as I love my SG, but, yes,my next guitar will be a Les Paul.It is going to be my next acquisition.It may be a little while(I have just left my wife due her drinking problem),and when the dust settles financially I will actually be in a position to get one- which would never have been a possibility when together.-Oh to be able to travel back in time eh?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Plains Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 IMO - you are better off buying both and just put an end to the question once and for all. I know this was meant to be a joke but it's so true... I have to agree with the above... I own a SG Standard and a few guitars later I ended up with 3 LPs! I started with an SG Special, now I have 8 Les Pauls!! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 Interesting. I've gone the opposit way, of most here, it seems. Have several Les Pauls, and am playing my SG...more and more, mostly because of the weight, and much easier Upper Fret Access! I love the tones, on both, though. But, that's just me... CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIANTRobOT420 Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 Get this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hall Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 trad. Groper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAS44 Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 I say traditional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverbursted Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 Traditional, no question. But play them both and decide which one is talking to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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