adash123 Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 Guitar isn't my main instrument but after years of dabling with a Fender Squire and wishing I could play properly I thought I'd start out from scratch and get some lessons and a new guitar to learn with. I just ordered an Epiphone Les Paul Special II (HCS) as I think it should suit better both for playing style I'm aiming for and tones. Also ordered some PRS 9- and 10- strings as I've read the factory ones weren't that great. The reviews really praised the build quality and sound of the LPS II, even though it is at the lower price range. For now I didn't want to spend too much. Later, I'll have a better idea of what I need to look for. And so, I thought I'd say a quick hello to everyone, and I hope you don't mind a newbe posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
animalfarm Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 Welcome aboard! You'll like the forum, we try to help each other out with answers to questions, and like to post pics of gear (of course). Sooooo, post away! I snagged an LP Special II recently, was pleasantly surprised at the playability. As a "starter EPI", you should be happy, just get it set-up decently to suit your playing style. String change is definitely in order - the factory strings (probably .010s) will have been on the git since the day it was made. Gotta start SOMEWHERE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 7, 2010 Author Share Posted May 7, 2010 Thanks for the welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanssaab Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 welcome aboard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexygibson Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 Welcome to the madness ! Hope you'll stick around ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duane v Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 Welcome n00b[biggrin] Congrats on the guitar!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old_Ampeg_Guy Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 Welcome, adash123! Old Ampeg Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest icantbuyafender Posted May 7, 2010 Share Posted May 7, 2010 LP special II's are awesome starters. From there you have so many customization and modding possibilities! welcome, and prepare to become a total gear-hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thegraze8 Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 after years of playing epiphones i have also just joined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 11, 2010 Author Share Posted May 11, 2010 Hello Thegraze8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deflepfan Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 IT'S A TWOFER!! Welcome to you both!! Sheila Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCHULTZSRV Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 WELCOME GUYS, I haven't been on here too long, so I am pretty new myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjael Posted May 11, 2010 Share Posted May 11, 2010 You lost all respect I had for you when you said it was a cherry burst. You make me sick. Shoulda got a white one. If you now, in your newfound shame, decide to throw the guitar away, I'll gladly take it away from you, so as to spare you the misery. :- Oh, and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 12, 2010 Author Share Posted May 12, 2010 "...You lost all respect I had for you when you said it was a cherry burst. You make me sick. Shoulda got a white one. If you now, in your newfound shame, decide to throw the guitar away, I'll gladly take it away from you, so as to spare you the misery..." LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxjagerxx Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 I got a special ii and i think there a bit underrated.rock solid beginner guitar. Welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 12, 2010 Author Share Posted May 12, 2010 Not sure if it's worth a new post, please correct me if so, but with regards to setting up my first Epiphone LP, are there any best practices? I was looking at either PRS or Gibson Vintage strings to replace the stocks. Are these any good? Should I oil the fret board whilst I'm changing the strings or is it too soon? Obviously a newbee so any advice would be welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old_Ampeg_Guy Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Welcome, Thegraze8! Old Ampeg Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 12, 2010 Author Share Posted May 12, 2010 "...Not sure if it's worth a new post, please correct me if so, but with regards to setting up my first Epiphone LP, are there any best practices? ... I think I'll move this to another thread. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggs Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 adash & graze (Sheila's, the Brazen Blueser's, 'Twosome'[biggrin] ), Welcome on board guys. You will be VERY surprised what you stumble upon herein... lol eggmuffins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReneBoedker Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Welcome adash123 and Thegraze8. I hope you'll enjoy your time at the forums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonesomeagle1 Posted May 12, 2010 Share Posted May 12, 2010 Welcome adash123 and Thegraze8! This is the funnest place to be. Lots of great people here. Cool advice given when asked. Some (most) people here are extremely knowledgeable. ( and nice too[biggrin] ) Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 14, 2010 Author Share Posted May 14, 2010 It just arrived today. Played it in through my Amplitube Live. This thing sounds better than I imagined. And the range of tones I can get out of it! VERY happy purchase. The whole thing just sounds and feels just right! What a difference from the strat. I should get the replacement PRS strings on monday, but the stock ones aren't half bad at all. I went for 10-s. [biggrin] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adash123 Posted May 14, 2010 Author Share Posted May 14, 2010 I'll get some sorted this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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