Teisco Posted October 9, 2009 Share Posted October 9, 2009 Hello, I play Blues/ Country /Rock´n Roll and I am searching for a Les Paul who can do this job. I already played a 1957 Goldtop which really impressed me but I want to know if a model with P 90 pickups or the 1959 reissue would be even better? Furthermore I want to know if there is a tonal difference between a 1957 Goldtop and a 1959 Reissue. Thanks for information Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Plains Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 '57 reissue = R7 '59 reissue = R9 '60 reissue = R0 etc. If you're looking at newer models, R7s & R9s are the exact same. The only differences are the R9 will likely have lighter wood, a thinner neck, flame top & burst finish. The R6 is the same guitar as the R7 but with P-90 pickups. One is not "better" than the other. It's all personal preference. I have both P-90s are incredible but I prefer humbuckers. If you want single coils, get an R6 (or R4), if you want humbuckers, get an R7, R8, R9, or R0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzep59 Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 AreNine probably knows about this more than anyone, so I would have to agree with him on the P-90/humbucker dichotomy being very subjective. Personally, I like the R8, R9, and R0 because of the burst and the tops (especially R9). If you play harder rock or prefer a more distorted sound with gain, I would go humbuckers. If you want a better clean sound that's smooth go with P-90. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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