SG dude Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 Hey guys! i was just wondering, what is you favourite kind of knob (you know, for volume and tone) I have played a variety, which probably extends to about 4 different kinds and i have come to the conclusion that i love the old black Witch hat knobs with the Silver tops on my SG because, personally i think, 1) they look the best 2) they are MUCH easier to read, and 3) They are much easier to roll with, as they just feel better! Whats your preference?? any reasons? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsson Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 personally i prefer the ones which come on the SG Stanards with the silver top like you said, just think they look good any fit well with the guitar, also very easy and comfortable to use Cheers, Larsson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twiz Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 These are my favorite. I put 'em on all my guitars. For me, I just like how they look. To each his/her own though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L5Larry Posted October 12, 2009 Share Posted October 12, 2009 I prefer the gold reflector-top knobs, and have converted a few Gibsons that didn't come with them from the factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starfoxhound Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 I agree with everyone above, love those "hat knobs" in both black and gold, the look great, but I prefer speed knobs since for me, there easier to roll for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbonesullivan Posted October 19, 2009 Share Posted October 19, 2009 I agree wholeheartedly... and need an excuse to post this picture again: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drumrnmuzik Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 I think that top hats are prettier and speed knobs are good for killing sound real fast. I've got both but mostly I want knobs that don't fall off... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drumrnmuzik Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 I agree wholeheartedly... and need an excuse to post this picture again: Tbone..... that's not fair !!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor Player Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 I like the matching reddish/orange hats on my Epi SG - G400. It goes well with the gold hardware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVOL! Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 Speed knobs all the way. I just wish I could find silver ones to match the hardware on my SG. I currently use black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angustonedog Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 I love the classic top hat knobs. I found Some that are red and go to 11 on Musiciansfriend.com. Gonna buy them eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbonesullivan Posted October 20, 2009 Share Posted October 20, 2009 here's a knob-related question: if you get the "pointer" washers, do you still need the other washer under the nut, or do you just need one or the other? If you use both, which goes on the bottom? Just asking because on my SG supreme washers were added and one knob seems to be rubbing against the pointer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p0laris Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I agree wholeheartedly... and need an excuse to post this picture again: very nice! I don't know which one I like better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drumrnmuzik Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 here's a knob-related question: if you get the "pointer" washers' date=' do you still need the other washer under the nut, or do you just need one or the other? If you use both, which goes on the bottom? Just asking because on my SG supreme washers were added and one knob seems to be rubbing against the pointer.[/quote'] Tbone, I'd guess that the pointer would go under the nut as if it were a washer. I really haven't seen the pointer things but I suspect that it a kinda washer with a pointer thing on one side or something. How's that for being specific? BTY, what model is your blue SG?... nam nam nam... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothecurious Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 white speed knobs are easily my favorite. Theyre easier to use than top hat knobs IMO and theyre easier to read Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbonesullivan Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Tbone' date=' I'd guess that the pointer would go under the nut as if it were a washer. I really haven't seen the pointer things but I suspect that it a kinda washer with a pointer thing on one side or something. How's that for being specific? BTY, what model is your blue SG?... nam nam nam...[/quote'] that's what I thought. I think I'm going to take them off, as I always have trouble poking myself on those things. Anyway, the Blue SG is a 2002 Gibson SG Supreme. it has a flamed maple top (but not carved like the current super special SGs), 57 classic humbuckers, 24 fret ebony fretboard, and just a lot of cool bling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVOL! Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 white speed knobs are easily my favorite. Theyre easier to use than top hat knobs IMO and theyre easier to read Man, I really dig the two tone color scheme of you SG. Where did you find white speed knobs? I am speed knob guy too, but I am looking for silver ones to match the brushed silver hardware on mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apothecurious Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Man' date=' I really dig the two tone color scheme of you SG. Where did you find white speed knobs? I am speed knob guy too, but I am looking for silver ones to match the brushed silver hardware on mine.[/quote'] Ebay my friend. They have everything you could ever need/want. I actually modded the SG to look like a Guitar Hero guitar. I thought it was something unique that I haven't seen anyone actually do yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recengineer Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 I prefer the look of the top hat knobs, but the functionality of the speed knob. In my style of playing I really dont fluctuate the guitar volume during the middle of playing. If I were to do that I would use a volume pedal anyway. In my opinion, if you play with the volume knob during song play then opt for the speed knob, if not choose whatever looks best to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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