TubeScreamer Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 Hi guys, I am trying to decide between a Gibson SG Special Faded and a Gibson Les Paul Junior as a third guitar (mainly to ease the load a bit on my best guitars) and wondered if you could give me any advice on the SG or the Junior. I have heard many people say that the SG is unusual to play due to being quite 'neck heavy'? I'm not sure I like the sound of that because I once owned an original Hofner Shorty (which has a very small body) which is also very neck heavy and I couldn't get on with it at all! I will mainly be playing the guitar seated (normally without a strap) and was wondering how this problem is likely to hinder my playing? I realise, sound wise, the SG would be the more versatile of the two guitars but I do like the simple looks of the Junior! Please help guys!! Russ:-k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPguitarman Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 I'd go with the SG for better tone and playability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 I love my SG....but play them both before you buy! You may not feel the same way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Bill Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 I'd go with the SG for better tone and playability. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantha Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 What are your other two guitars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TubeScreamer Posted December 8, 2009 Author Share Posted December 8, 2009 What are your other two guitars? I actually have three other guitars that I use. They are; 1999 Fender USA Stratocaster with S1 switching system (10 pickup switching options) and noiseless pickups. 2008 Gibson Les Paul Traditional 1957 reissue USA Stratocaster I basically just wanted something a little less expensive that I could use to just to save playing my favorite expensive (expensive to me at least) guitars all of the time. I've narrowed it down to these two but now I keep swinging from one to the other and can't decide which way to go? Russ:-k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esch Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 Why did you decide on either the SG or Junior? They are so different. Is it price? If it's just about price and easing the wear on your other guitars, pick one you like best then get a cheaper version (ie. Traditional LP vs. LP Studio). But the thing with all these guitars you mentioned, is the cheaper versions are not going to feel and perform the same. If you like the Les Paul best (as I do) then why not an LP Studio? I guess from the guitars you listed, that would be the compromise I could most live with. For me, I play whichever of my guitars I want, whenever I want, museum piece or not. Sure, my favorites get the most wear but hey, this is life, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hillybilly Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 i'd buy a tele or a sem-hollow. but if you must get one, get the SG. but save a few bucks and buy a Standard. used ones are pretty cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantha Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 I would go with the SG... I think it would supplement what you already have quite well. I personally don't find the SG to be neck heavy, but I also play sitting down 99% of the time. To me, it's just an amazing guitar all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xinnix Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 I would say, save the money and start playing the ones you have! Besides, even if they get a little beat up, their re-sale values won't really change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnastynebr Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 Yeah, play the ones you already have. Those things are built for use and abuse, they will be fine. Trust me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnstrom Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 SG's can be a blast. Just plain fun and sound great. Try it out!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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