hollandaze Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Have you experienced folks seen differences between individual guitars of the exact same model? IE, have you played two (or more) guitars of the same model and year and found differences? Were the differences subtle? Or, for the most part, do all guitars of the same model and year play pretty much the same? I ask because I think found the guitar I want (the 61 reissue cherry, which is FREAKIN SUH-WEET) and played a few locally, but I can get a better deal on ebay. I've received some seemingly reliable guarantees of the guitar's condition, etc, but before proceeding I want to understand what, if any, differences exist between individuals. Thanks for your help once again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockstar232007 Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Of course. Guitars are like people, as in they're ALL different. The differences in the wood, finish, and yes, even the electronics (pickups) will set them apart from each other, even guitars of the EXACT same model. The differences are very subtle, but are there nonetheless, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. That's what gives them their "personality"/unique-ness. It's up to the player to decide whether or not the guitar is up to par, so until you actually play it, there's really no way of judging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Ive never played another SG that felt like mine. There are differences for sure. The main difference I usually notice is the shape of the neck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Of course. Guitars are like people' date=' as in they're ALL different. The differences in the wood, finish, and yes, even the electronics (pickups) will set them apart from each other, even guitars of the EXACT same model. The differences are very subtle, but are there nonetheless, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. That's what gives them their "personality"/unique-ness. It's up to the player to decide whether or not the guitar is up to par, so until you actually play it, there's really no way of judging.[/quote'] I couldnt of said it better my self. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockstar232007 Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 I couldnt of said it better my self. I know' date=' that's why I said it first![rolleyes'] J/K! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollandaze Posted May 29, 2010 Author Share Posted May 29, 2010 Thanks for the quick replies. Interesting. And do you recommend not buying online for this reason? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockstar232007 Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Thanks for the quick replies. Interesting. And do you recommend not buying online for this reason? Anytime you buy online, you're taking a shot in the dark. Not to say that it's necessarily a bad thing to do, but when it comes to guitars it's always good to play before you purchase, because no matter how good the condition of a guitar is (or at least, how good the seller SAYS it is), it could still turn out to be a dud. It's really hit or miss. The first thing you have to think to yourself is "why is this person selling it in the first place?". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted May 29, 2010 Share Posted May 29, 2010 Anytime you buy online' date=' you're taking a shot in the dark. ... ...it's always good to play before you purchase ...[/quote'] +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
met1977 Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 For sure they are different. I have played a bunch of guitars of the same model and each has its own personality and feel. But I find most gibsons I play have a crappy setup and very few have a good action from the factory. But thats just my 2 cents.............. But I find one that I like and set it up the way I like when I get it home.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackie Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 Taking the gamble on a 61 reissue is a safer bet than most. I bought my 99 Standard off E-Bay and I think it plays and feels better than the new 09 special I have. I had faith that the quality was there, but it is a gamble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KL Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 Of course. Guitars are like people' date=' as in they're ALL different. The differences in the wood, finish, and yes, even the electronics (pickups) will set them apart from each other, even guitars of the EXACT same model. The differences are very subtle, but are there nonetheless, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. That's what gives them their "personality"/unique-ness. It's up to the player to decide whether or not the guitar is up to par, so until you actually play it, there's really no way of judging.[/quote'] Absolutely. You can't expect two guitars of the same model to be identical in sound. They're made out of wood (usually!!) which is a naturally occurring material and varies from piece to piece, and as rockstar232007 says even pickups vary from one to another. The difference in sound can be huge between two guitars of exactly the same model even when made by the same people one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rui Barata Posted June 2, 2010 Share Posted June 2, 2010 Two months ago my faded had a small problem and I took it to the store for repair. It was under warranty and they offered me, right away, a new guitar. I said "Thanks but NO! I want this one!" This answer your question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artmaker Posted June 2, 2010 Share Posted June 2, 2010 That's the fun part of aquiring a guitar.........finding that certain one out of all you play, even if they are the same model that you just can't live without........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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