yosoybay Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Epiphone-Limited-Edition-Wilshire-Electric-Guitar?sku=518527 Anyone have this guitar or know someone that does? Seems to be made of nice materials (mahogany etc) equaling that of an SG, but it is only $250! Does anyone know why (besides "Wilshire" being a far less popular name)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13yguitarman Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I beleive it was not too popular when it came out and then discountinued for a great deal of the time. Which made more people want it do to less and less quantities so now epiphone's making it affordable too those who really wanted an original Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexygibson Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Someone here on the forum owned a Wilshire; I think it was Jerry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenD Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I just bought one of these today. Just loved the looks of it. If it plays half as well as my Epi Paul, I'll be happy. I've always said I would never buy a new axe without playing it first.... Should have it in a couple days. I'll let you guys know what I think of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Flick Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Someone here on the forum owned a Wilshire; I think it was Jerry. Yeah, I got one whey they were a Music123 exclusive. It was a DaeWon (China), pretty nice guitar. The only complaint I had was the finish on the bridge & tailpiece, but that's an easy fix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tukinator Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 I got one about a week ago. Played great right out of the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloyDZeD Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 They look pretty neat. However, I don't want one in white and that's all they have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1 Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Which made more people want it do to less and less quantities ..... no Perhaps when you are older you will understand economics a little better. I teach it in CA public schools. Quantity is almost aways based on demand. Demand is not based on quantity, as you stated. In other words, people do not usually buy something because there is a large or small quantity. They buy it because they want it. If a lot of people want a product, than usually quantity goes up, after a time period. If nobody wants it, quantity goes down, after a time period. Yes, sometimes a small quantity makes something more sought after, but not usually. If all it took was a small quantity of something to make it sell, than every manufacturer would be making small quantities of their product. And I think you can understand that wouldn't work with most products. You also spelled due wrong. I wouldn't have written a thing if it wasn't for the fact that you keep coming on here spouting facts that you know nothing about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yosoybay Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 no Perhaps when you are older you will understand economics a little better. I teach it in CA public schools. Quantity is almost aways based on demand. Demand is not based on quantity' date=' as you stated. In other words, people do not usually buy something because there is a large or small quantity. They buy it because they want it. If a lot of people want a product, than usually quantity goes up, after a time period. If nobody wants it, quantity goes down, after a time period. Yes, sometimes a small quantity makes something more sought after, but not usually. If all it took was a small quantity of something to make it sell, than every manufacturer would be making small quantities of their product. And I think you can understand that wouldn't work with most products. [/quote'] That's absolutely right. There are some rare instances when small quantities create a buzz about a product that enhances it's popularity and thus slightly increases demand. Think of how Nintendo has benefited from all of the press surrounding the shortage of Wii's. People think, "Wow, if they're selling out that fast, maybe I should go to Best Buy and try one and see what it's all about." That's the kind of thing Brad is referring to as a rare exception to the concept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yosoybay Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 But back to the guitar - I think it's a great deal for the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13yguitarman Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 hey i just stated my opinion about it so why dont you stop being snob. if i may qoute. I (beleive). emphasis on BELEIVE. a$$hole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rented Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 My epi classic kills your gibson in looks and sound WTF?!?!?!? Is wrong with you??? hey i just stated my opinion about it so why dont you stop being snob. if i may qoute. I (beleive). emphasis on BELEIVE. a$$hole What??? BELIEVE? Quote? Is this what public school's are producing these days? Go to bed!... and go to school! Please!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubstar Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 come on now...no need to create an uproar over nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1 Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Thanks Suplex, I was going to write something close to what you did. But I didn't know where to begin! 13yguitarBOY, your gibberish does nothing but reinforce everything I and others have stated. Sweet dreams! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yosoybay Posted March 31, 2008 Author Share Posted March 31, 2008 Ahh, nothing like the warmth of so much love to end the evening... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredo Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 The "Wilshire" is a good deal I owned this "baby" since the mid of february It sounds a bit like the SG400 (same PU's) but I payed ~ 60 % of the price of th SG so I coold spend the saved money yesterday in a better amp (VOX AD 30VT) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpiEric Posted April 2, 2008 Share Posted April 2, 2008 Shows as discontinued already, but "NEW"? I thought they just announced they were reissuing these a month or so ago. Hope it doesn't show back up at $499... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenD Posted April 4, 2008 Share Posted April 4, 2008 Well, I got my Wilshire today, musta been one of the last ones to leave the warehouse at Guitar Center. This little gem just plays and sounds great. I couldnt be happier with it at all. Given the price I paid, this baby was a steal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobo5432 Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 I picked up my Wilshire Reissue form my local Gibson dealer. I was in the shop inquiring about something else. My Gibson guy was busy when I walked in so I took the store tour. I saw this Epiphone I'd never seen before so I picked it up from the rack and started playing. I know most people dig the 60's slim tapered neck, but for whatever reason, the 59 rounded neck always fit my hand better. It was the thing I liked most about this guitar. I never put it back down. I handed it to him and asked for a gig back to get it home. I keep hearing that people only found these in white?? Mine is cherry red. I'll take pictures of it when I get home from work today and post it if anyone is interested. My Gibson dealer told me they were making only 250 of them?? He gave it to me for $269... I can't find it anywhere else... Anyone know anything about it? Did I just get lucky, or will we start seeing these out on the open market again? Add this to my Epi collection (although nothing vintage ) : PR-775 SCE (my first acoustic) Les Paul Special II (my first electric) Chet Atkins SST ES-175 Reissue (upgraded with Gibson '57's) ES 335 DOT (upgraded with gibson '57's) Thunderbird IV Bass *Wilshire Reissue (cherry) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RotcanX Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 hey i just stated my opinion about it so why dont you stop being snob. if i may qoute. I (beleive). emphasis on BELEIVE. a$$hole Looks like we need a separate forum for the children to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesstringer Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Looks like we need a separate forum for the children to use. Yup ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Looks like we need a separate forum for the children to use. That was 3 months ago and he's been long gone, at least under that nic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Does anyone (GC, MF, Sweetwater, etc.) even carry the "Wilshire" anymore? I can't seem to find one... CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burstbucker1281734065 Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 I just bought one a few weeks back from Gibson Showcase in Nashville; the only one I've seen. It plays great and has a sound similar to an '61 SG. That may be because I put a Gibson '57 classic plus in the bridge position and a '57 classic in the neck, CTS pots, new Switchcraft hardware, and Hovland caps. I'll tell you that there isn't a sweeter sounding solid body around. playing clean is just killer and it will get nasty if you dial in the overdrive. I am extremely pleased with the feel. It's light and feels as nice to play as my Gibson Les Paul DC Pro with Burstbucker Pro pups. The sound is brighter and smoother with the '57's and gives a nice variation from the LP. I will say the stock pups sounded pretty darn good, but I bought this one for the different style and as a project to build. Everyone is probably thinking, crap, the pups are worth more than the guitar; I found Gibson having as sale last year on pups two for the price of one and loaded up. I've been looking for a special body to put them in since then. For those who like pics, its on the left. Oh, I also added a Bigsby B5 since the original had a tremolo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Looks great, Burstbucker....congrats! Haven't seen ANY around these parts, but then, I don't get to the stores all that much, anymore. The closest one is in Wichita, and that's a 100 miles away. So...??? Was hoping they were still available, through one of the "on line" retailers. Oh Well!!! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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