smann Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 Any thoughts on this particular model? Thanks, Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoaGibby Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I've only played one and it was by far the best newer J-45 I've ever played. Blows away the standard one!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darius50 Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I watched this youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsu49-orZss of the John Hiatt J45 yesterday. I've always wanted a J45. Having grown up on a Martin D35 I'm used to a V shape neck and this new Gibson sounds like the ticket. Kinda pricey though, I'll probably have to settle for a TV. Darius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 Not of fan of paying extra for sigs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannusguy2 Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I think it's more cosmetic differences than anything else. I'm with BK on paying xtra for sig models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darius50 Posted December 26, 2010 Share Posted December 26, 2010 I think it's more cosmetic differences than anything else. I'm with BK on paying xtra for sig models. I agree except dang! I want that bigger V neck! Darius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smann Posted December 27, 2010 Author Share Posted December 27, 2010 Thanks for the thoughts; I am torn between the TV and the Hiatt, which is not a bad pickle to be in. Thanks again, Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The G Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 I have played two, and was impressed with both. I really like the sunburst on this model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilliangirl Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 How ironic. I was listening to JH's greatest hits in the truck all day today. Slow Turnin'.... what a great song. Anyway, I don't know anything about this sig guitar but that particular one in the video is incredibly punchy for only having light strings on it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrorod Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 I have played two, and was impressed with both. I really like the sunburst on this model. The G.....you need to get one! Keep that Guthrie company.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannusguy2 Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 I have played two, and was impressed with both. I really like the sunburst on this model. I believe this one has the tri-burst. it does look nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrorod Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 How ironic. I was listening to JH's greatest hits in the truck all day today. Slow Turnin'.... what a great song. Anyway, I don't know anything about this sig guitar but that particular one in the video is incredibly punchy for only having light strings on it! Hey GGirl, +1 on "Slow Turnin'" I am a huge John Hiatt fan. Just a great song writer/lyricist. "Icy Blue Heart" is a great example. His vocal style is inimatable. Check out his album 'Crossing Muddy Waters' also. Lots of acoustic and mandolin. JH has been a Gibson guitar guy for a long time. He used to be seen with a J-100 quite often. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d03jynaUBLM Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilliangirl Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Hey GGirl, +1 on "Slow Turnin'" I am a huge John Hiatt fan. Just a great song writer/lyricist. "Icy Blue Heart" is a great example. His vocal style is inimatable. Check out his album 'Crossing Muddy Waters' also. Lots of acoustic and mandolin. JH has been a Gibson guitar guy for a long time. He used to be seen with a J-100 quite often. Rod Retro, he sure is a great songwriter/lyricist, isn't he? "I'm yelling at the kids in the back cause they're banging like Charlie Watts" LOL I will DEFINITELY check out Crossing Muddy Waters as I don't have that one. Thanks for the headsup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lespaulj45 Posted December 29, 2010 Share Posted December 29, 2010 I have a J-45 Std and a Les Paul Std,bought both new and they are grear guitars. I stay away from Sig guitars,could never justify the price and as far as I know the signature doesnt transfer the playing skills of the signee........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannusguy2 Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Crappy pic of Hiatt playing my 1953 SJ back in June. I got to play his sig model that day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrorod Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 What were your impression of the sig model? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrorod Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 I watched this youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsu49-orZss of the John Hiatt J45 yesterday. I've always wanted a J45. Having grown up on a Martin D35 I'm used to a V shape neck and this new Gibson sounds like the ticket. Kinda pricey though, I'll probably have to settle for a TV. Darius Jannusguy! Looks like John was wearing the same shirt as in your pic. Same day? Favorite shirt? Is he a cool dude in person? Seems like he would be kinda 'out there'... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadgrateful Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 I played the John Hiatt model about a week ago before eventually settling on a TV instead. It was a very well made instrument, but was a bit dead sounding, with a lack of sustain. Next to the TV there really was no comparison! The pickup it comes with is top notch though, so if your a live player who likes to plug in this is probably a great choice. I honestly think that the J-45 TV is as good as a guitar can get (sound wise as it's low on bling for those who like it) for people who play and sing. It's got such an earthy warm sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannusguy2 Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 "Jannusguy! Looks like John was wearing the same shirt as in your pic. Same day? Favorite shirt? Is he a cool dude in person? Seems like he would be kinda 'out there'... He's nice enough. I have done many shows with him over the years. He's always been pleasant and engaging in our encounters. It's either his nature or he's being deferential because I'm paying his guarantee. Seriously, he's a decent guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDuff Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 I played one next to a regular T.V. and I preferred the T.V. seems to me they are just like any other guitar in that it is going to change a bit from each one made. However I will say it seems just as well made and if the difference for the aesthetics was only one or two hundred bones I might grab one... Well grab one in my imaginary world where I have money ($700 or so more and I might be able to get my first gibby). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Crappy pic of Hiatt playing my 1953 SJ back in June. I got to play his sig model that day. Crappy pic ? - It comes close to cover art ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retrorod Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 Cover art INDEED! I love the ol' "California Girl" case sitting open in the right front of the picture. AS IF it had just 'delivered' that SJ into his lap.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 Cover art INDEED! I love the ol' "California Girl" case sitting open in the right front of the picture. AS IF it had just 'delivered' that SJ into his lap.... Yep, and look at palette - every colour is there (even straight blue in the leather reflections) and they hold back the hue in perfect balance. I'd call it a painting - Wonder what he was playing. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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