58EpiFan Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 I apologize for the delay. Here are pictures of the Epi Special II package I received as my 15 year anniversary at work. (Nothing too "Special!!" ) I didn't have time to take pictures of everything that came with it. A strap, amp, 3 picks and a pitch-pipe tuner. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaSTuS Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 Congrats 58EpiFan, fantastic feeling when a big box full of guitar stuff arrives, HNGD and enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordy01 Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 That's a Great service award 58. It shows that the people you work with really know you, and encourage your guitar playing. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilpanda Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 HNGD! love seeing this guitar, my first guitar, still serves me in my jam sessions. best of luck with you new toy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starfoxhound Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 My first electric was also an Special II, I sold it a few years ago and now I'm trying to retrieve it for my small collection, it will definitely make a nice piece of history on my wall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigneil Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 HNGD ! i know your gonna love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
animalfarm Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 I apologize for the delay. Here are pictures of the Epi Special II package I received as my 15 year anniversary at work. (Nothing too "Special!!" ) Jim I LIKE it! Sure beats the heck out of a WATCH, eh? I always get excited about opening up new goodies (GITS) even if I DO know what's inside. I used to run away screaming from BLACK Guitars due to the fact that they show fingerprints like mad, but no more - Black is a GOOD color for your LP!!!! Yepper, your git WAS made in 06/2008 at factory #23 in Indonesia. This means the strings on it have been there since the Ming Dynasty. Epis come with .046 - .010 ("Medium") strings, and most players tend to use that gauge. I like to BEND 'dem notes, so I use .042 - .009 ("Lights"), just personal preference. String Brand - everyone has a personal preference! A GOOD set-up is in order as a couple of years in a box have most likely (ahem) allowed the original factory settings to change. String Action: EPI - From factory comes at 6/64ths LOW E and 4/64ths HI E (supposedly). GIBSON Specs - 5/64ths LOW E and 3/64ths HI E. You are now ready to start wearing Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin T-Shirts to work. Congrats on your new, finally arrived, guitar!!!! Heh, heh - After a 10 year Hiatus from playing, I took the plunge and snagged my 2008 Epi LP Studio. My girlfriend had no idea I could even play. On my first couple of attempts at "re-discovering my chops", things went rather poorly, as expected. Her INITIAL Comment: "Oh, wow - You S*CK"... (Gee, thanks for the motivation) . After a couple of weeks, she was asking: "Is that YOU, or the CD?". Just like riding a bicycle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58EpiFan Posted November 17, 2010 Author Share Posted November 17, 2010 Thanks for the responses everyone! Unfortunately I have not had too much time to play it yet, but hope tha changes soon! Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58EpiFan Posted November 17, 2010 Author Share Posted November 17, 2010 I LIKE it! Sure beats the heck out of a WATCH, eh? I always get excited about opening up new goodies (GITS) even if I DO know what's inside. I used to run away screaming from BLACK Guitars due to the fact that they show fingerprints like mad, but no more - Black is a GOOD color for your LP!!!! Yepper, your git WAS made in 06/2008 at factory #23 in Indonesia. This means the strings on it have been there since the Ming Dynasty. Epis come with .046 - .010 ("Medium") strings, and most players tend to use that gauge. I like to BEND 'dem notes, so I use .042 - .009 ("Lights"), just personal preference. String Brand - everyone has a personal preference! A GOOD set-up is in order as a couple of years in a box have most likely (ahem) allowed the original factory settings to change. String Action: EPI - From factory comes at 6/64ths LOW E and 4/64ths HI E (supposedly). GIBSON Specs - 5/64ths LOW E and 3/64ths HI E. You are now ready to start wearing Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin T-Shirts to work. Congrats on your new, finally arrived, guitar!!!! Heh, heh - After a 10 year Hiatus from playing, I took the plunge and snagged my 2008 Epi LP Studio. My girlfriend had no idea I could even play. On my first couple of attempts at "re-discovering my chops", things went rather poorly, as expected. Her INITIAL Comment: "Oh, wow - You S*CK"... (Gee, thanks for the motivation) . After a couple of weeks, she was asking: "Is that YOU, or the CD?". Just like riding a bicycle. Thanks animalfarm! Yeah, definitely beats a watch! I am really liking the black finish as well. When you are talking about the string height, where is that measured? I plan on getting new strings. What brand would you recommend? I went to GC today and there are so many brands. The kid behind the counter recommended Ernie Ball Super Slinkies. Thanks, Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinTheHood Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 Congrats on the new guitar. I'm glad it arrived safe and sound! Slinkys, eh? Why do guitars stores ALWAYS recommed slinkys? I think that of all the guitar strings I've ever tried, Ernie Balls are my least favorite. To me, they seem to take forever to settle, and when they finally do, they sound dead. Thats my take, anyway. Others may disagree. It really IS a personal preference. I usually just buy D'addarios because they are inexpensive, settle quickly and seem to last an average amount of time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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