WahKeen Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 So I walked into GC yesterday mainly to try out guitars and wasn't necessarily thinking to pull the trigger there. This Gold Top was on my list of prospects (out of 6) and frankly I didn't think there would be anything I liked there in terms of finishes or price, since MF doesn't charge tax, but you're subject to what you get. I have heard good stories about MF, so I wasn't too concerned there. Anyway, I tried a GLP Axcess and it wasn't for me. I then saw this one and tried it, and immediately fell in love with it. The top was very good, the sound was indescribable.... I'm serious. So, I talked to "my guy", the salesman that I like to work with and started to negotiate. He then shoots to the manager's office, a la car salesman style, and comes back with frankly, an offer I simply could not refuse. I had images of "The Godfather", LOL. Seriously, I just uttered "Ok, let's do it...", in a sort of "Do I deserve this deal?" kind of muttering. I won't go into details, but let's just say an 8 year old would even say "wow!". Ok, to the matter at hand. This baby is a Gibson Custom Shop 1960 Les Paul Reissue Gold Top. It has BurstBucker pickups made especially for this guitar, with coil-split, phase switch and killswitch electronics. It's not a "signature" pickup pair, but they're made to Jimmy Page's specifications (in candy pic). The tone is unbelievable. I recommend this guitar to anyone! Well, here is my new girl.... With the stickers etc... The candy Without the stickies The sisters shot Thanks for your time... I'm so happy, I can hardly contain myself, heh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAS44 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Awesome! Now keep reading this post, you need to be distracted, I'm already stealing it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freak show Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Just when I thought it was impossible for me to get GAS!!! That is a gorgeous guitar, and the Page setup must be killer! Congrats, enjoy her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FarnsBarns Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Very nice GT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Damn Joaquin - That's about as good as gets. Geez, you blew me away with those specs. When the heck did that come out? . . Special run ? . . Dealer order ? Amazing. That GT is loaded! . . Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Thats sexy, ill take 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 Damn Joaquin - That's about as good as gets. Geez, you blew me away with those specs. When the heck did that come out? . . Special run ? . . Dealer order ? Amazing. That GT is loaded! . . Congrats. Thanks guys BK, it's available only through guitar center. I believe it came out late last year. I didn't realize it had those specs myself, until the salesman told me about them. Here's the link of one. I don't know if it's exactly the same one, but I believe it is. Maybe due to legalities they can't name jimmy page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigKahune Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Thanks for the link Joaquin. Yes, that looks like it. A one piece body. Wow, what specs! Major GAS is setting in . . . . . . Trying . . . . to . . . . . hold . . . . . . out . . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookieman15061 Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Beautiful guitar ya wacker. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awel Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 very very nice gold top! congratulations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 I played a Traditional Gold Top the other day. Felt great, but it looked just to be yellow (must have been a bad finish) but damn, that's gorgeous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowdiddley Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilpanda Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 dude, you're making me cry over here. I want one soooooooo badly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Beautiful guitar ya wacker. Enjoy. Why thank you sir very very nice gold top! congratulations Thanks brother I played a Traditional Gold Top the other day. Felt great, but it looked just to be yellow (must have been a bad finish) but damn, that's gorgeous Yes, the 60s neck does feel great. Thanks. Nice Thank you sire dude, you're making me cry over here. I want one soooooooo badly Sorry, it might be the extra onions on my burger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon S. Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Congrats!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stein Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 So, maybe sometime we can get a full report on what the different settings do. You know, it's not like we all just have something with that wiring laying around. gratz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketman Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Congratulations! That's one fine looking guitar with great features. If you get a chance I'd love to hear a comparison between your two Les Pauls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayer_shabetay Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Its looks amazing and I´m sure it sounds amazing as well. Enjoy it!!!! However, I have a question......why didn´t you like the Axcess???? The reason I am asking is because I am looking into the Alex Lifeson´s Axcess and I don´t want to make a mistake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Stein and rocketman, I'll see what I can do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bender 4 Life Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 sharp as a razor man ! I bet it sounds some more kind of sweet thru that Delta Blues......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Its looks amazing and I´m sure it sounds amazing as well. Enjoy it!!!! However, I have a question......why didn´t you like the Axcess???? The reason I am asking is because I am looking into the Alex Lifeson´s Axcess and I don´t want to make a mistake. Mayer, don't bed alarmed. I'm a 60s neck guy. The Axcess is a fine guitar, especially with the contoured heel for better top fret access. Its neck is rounded and chunkier and great for those who prefer nothing else. For me, it's not the right fit, that's all. Some don't like the 60s slimmer neck. Thanks And bender, thanks. I havent tried that yet.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duane v Posted March 16, 2011 Share Posted March 16, 2011 Congrats on the geetar, she truly is a beauty I have a special place in the heart for a goldtop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahKeen Posted March 16, 2011 Author Share Posted March 16, 2011 Thanks Duane. I never really thought about getting one but I'm glad I did! They've got that real "vintage" vibe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayer_shabetay Posted March 17, 2011 Share Posted March 17, 2011 Thanks, I feel better now. If I was living in the US I would try one, but here no one carries Gibsons, so unfortunately I can´t try it first. But the Alex Lifeson´s Axcess has the 60´s neck, which I like better also. Again, thanks!!! How is that beautiful Goldtop doing?? Mayer, don't bed alarmed. I'm a 60s neck guy. The Axcess is a fine guitar, especially with the contoured heel for better top fret access. Its neck is rounded and chunkier and great for those who prefer nothing else. For me, it's not the right fit, that's all. Some don't like the 60s slimmer neck. Thanks And bender, thanks. I havent tried that yet.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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