JayGLongBeach Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 It's Baaaackkkkk!!!! ES 330 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansmitchell Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 Nope. Casino with a gibson headstock? I'm not interested at all in gibson semihollows after putting some cash into my epi... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Is that a Custom Shop Reissue, JG? Appears to be the long neck version, which has better upper fret access than the regular 330 or the Casino. Interesting...But, being a "Gibby," I'm sure it's rather "precious," in price. ;>) CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayGLongBeach Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Nope. Casino with a gibson headstock? I'm not interested at all in gibson semihollows after putting some cash into my epi... Right there with ya... CB- I guess it's a Re-release- you're right on- longer neck- very pricey for a Casino knock off, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Well, actually the Casino is a 330 Knock Off! LOL! But, yeah...I'm sure it's plenty pricey! Nice guitar, though. Wouldn't mind having one...but, that's probably not going to happen?! LOL! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notes_Norton Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 As an owner of a 1970 "long neck" 330, I'm happy to see a re-issue. If the economy wasn't so bad and if I didn't have higher monetary priorities, I'd get one. I do like the higher fret access, Gibson headstock, and the real MOP inlays. And I happen to actually like the poly finish of the Epi, seems sturdier than the nitro. But other than that, for all practical purposes, they are 90% the same guitar. So is Gibson really re-releasing it? I know they have done so from time to time. And yes, the Casino is a 330 knock-off. Notes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RotcanX Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 If I were GASsing for a hollowbody thinline with P-90s I'd definitely choose that over a Casino. Very pretty. The 19th fret neck joint is the only way to do it IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BENT E Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Very, Very, Sweet!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JefferySmith Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I love my Casino. I would have to see the Gibby in person and compare it to my Casino (which would be hard to beat). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Yeah, Casino's definitely have their own vibe, or identity. But, that's a nice 330! I'd love 'em both! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookieman15061 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Its sweet but so is a little money in my wallet. I'll stick with my casinos thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I am in love. Red 333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layboomo Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 As an owner of a 1970 "long neck" 330' date=' I'm happy to see a re-issue. If the economy wasn't so bad and if I didn't have higher monetary priorities, I'd get one. [img']www.nortonmusic.com/GuitarCousins3.JPG[/img] I do like the higher fret access, Gibson headstock, and the real MOP inlays. And I happen to actually like the poly finish of the Epi, seems sturdier than the nitro. But other than that, for all practical purposes, they are 90% the same guitar. So is Gibson really re-releasing it? I know they have done so from time to time. And yes, the Casino is a 330 knock-off. Notes Well here's the deal.....for anybody that likes to do lead work above ...say the 15th fret...the Gibson is the way to go as RotcanX pointed out! Look at the pick by Notes of the 2 guitars for a comparison. If easy access to the upper register isn't a big deal then the casino is clearly a bargain. To be honest....this issue is why I don't own a casino! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Some mentioned, some time ago, that the Long Neck 330's had neck joint problems (as in they folded up, at that point), in the past. Anyone know anything more, about that?! It may have been the reason they stopped making the long neck versions, to begin with...poor sales, too...obviously. Bob, have you had any "issues" with your 330? CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheX Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Had one in the 70's that had a foot placed through the front by a drunk fan in a club. I would absolutely buy another and I think I probably will now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ant7629 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Really nice, but I would prefer chrome/nickel pickups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Really nice' date=' but I would prefer chrome/nickel pickups[/quote'] Ant, those are just covers...you can replace them with chrome or nickel. CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ant7629 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Ant' date=' those are just covers...you can replace them with chrome or nickel. CB[/quote'] Ah well then, I definitely have GAS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie brown Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Yeah, now if I/We only had MONEY! LOL! CB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayGLongBeach Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 I do like the higher fret access' date=' Gibson headstock, and the real MOP inlays. And I happen to actually like the poly finish of the Epi, seems sturdier than the nitro. But other than that, for all practical purposes, they are 90% the same guitar. So is Gibson really re-releasing it? I know they have done so from time to time. And yes, the Casino is a 330 knock-off. Notes[/quote'] Hi Notes, nice Pics! those are great looking hollow bodies... Yes u can pre-order the 330 on MF... Funny thing is, i've spent this year modding my bigsby Casino, enjoying my elitist, and finally convinced myself that a 60's 330 is just not worth it... now this friggin' 330 has to ruin all of that!@#%^& Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubstar Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 lucky me, being lefty, I can just enjoy my MIK and not worry ; ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidg3333 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I found this blurb about the ES-330 interesting and wonder what others think about it: Musical feedback More acoustic in nature than most electric guitars, the ES-330 provides a balanced voice with more power than other hollowbodies. The sum and difference of the top and back (not to mention rims) create a vibratory explosion of acoustical energy with an awesome midrange that exhibits a sweet spot at every fret. This results in its ability to produce musical feedback. The ES-330 starts feeding back at a lower volume threshold and delivers a wider dynamic range of musical feedback. Controlled feedback is musical and adds to the player’s creative arsenal. With the ES-330, players need only pivot their stance a bit to get in the zone. Infinite sustain is theirs at just the turn of their torso with overtones, undertones, howls, and shrieks at their beck and call. Because the ES-330 starts feeding back at a lower volume threshold further from the source, you actually have a lot more control over the feedback. This is the MF description. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parabar Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 John Lennon's description was more succinct: "I love it --- it fookin' HOWLS!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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