GuitarJunkie Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 I had dropped a few hints lately about a new guitar but didn't want to really say anything until I actually had it at home. As we all know, the first rule of any guitar forum is that "a new guitar technically doesn't exist until photos are posted". If any of you remember the previous thread, then you know what I bought and may have even seen the photos I took at the shop. I was in there a week ago friday just to see what was new, and while I was there I noticed a couple of unopened Gibson boxes leaning against the counter. I always check out the codes to see if I can decipher what's inside but couldn't figure one of them out. It was then that they pulled it out... He explained it was a canadian only Limited Edition R8 in a custom Mapleburst finish. The canadian distributor (Yorkville Sound) had commissioned a special run of 75 guitars. It was pretty awesome looking but I had no thoughts of buying it (shut up, Tim). Since I had my camera I figured I'd take some photos to share with you guys. After posting a teaser and seeing the reaction, I started thinking about it more and more, especially after seeing all the threads about the prices going up on R8s. The price on this was only 40 bucks more than a regular R8 (and that's the old price). Needless to say, I went back monday and put a chunk of cash down on it and after selling my Taylor last night, I picked her up today. Enough yapping already. Enjoy the (plentiful) photos... Wait, wait, wait... The coolest part is it actually comes with a bottle of maple syrup in the case. Now that is case candy. Here you go... By the way, for those of you who frequent more than one Les Paul forum (come on, we all know it happens) don't be surprised to see this thread posted elsewhere. I just want to share the love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FennRx Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarJunkie Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluemoon Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 That is what fantastic looking guitar. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slimjimdom Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Haha i really like the maple leaf shaped bottle. Great looking guitar too, congrats on the new addition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Plains Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Stunning, truly stunning! Mark this date down...September 16, 2008. Junkie's first reissue. Let's see how long it takes for the second one. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvendio Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Fricken nice Junkie. I Can't believe they put a bottle of maple syrup with it though lol. All the same that's one sweet guitar. I will have to check out yorkville sound sometime soon. Hmmm my birthday is coming up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarJunkie Posted September 16, 2008 Author Share Posted September 16, 2008 I will have to check out yorkville sound sometime soon. Hmmm my birthday is coming up. Thanks. Yorkville is actually the distributor. They order Gibsons for all of Canada, so you can order one from any Gibson dealer. That being said, Yorkville owns Long & McQuade so you can start there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crossroadsnyc Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 the mapleburst is tasty so, are you eating or saving the maple syrup? terrific choice - congratulations on the new guitar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradmeister Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Nice guitar junkie. I can see it now.....sometime in the future....you're in your twilight years, and in order to cover the high cost of <whatever>, you decide to sell your Canadian MapleBurst R8. But wait! No one will buy it! Either (a) the syrup has spoiled or <gasp> ( you didn't keep the case candy, and put it on your pancakes instead! -Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T50 Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Ah... it's a beauty! Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modoc_333 Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 that is an AWESOME top. i love the ones with a bit of character more than the super flamey ones.... that is beautiful! congratulations! (and i'll probably say it again on that OTHER forum! lol) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoConMan Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Beauty, eh? :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flight959 Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 =P~ =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> Nice!! Flight959 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinspain Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Congratulations Junkie!!! Very nice!!! A real collectors piece as well... So are you going to save the maple syrup or crack it open??? Next time I'm in Boston I'll ask if they have a Baked Beans limited addition!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thundergod Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Congratulations man thats a beauty! (more pics comming right?) How does she play and sound (plugged/unplugged)? ...so, are we looking at the next contender? (in Tim's R8 vs Flight's Slash poll...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Deadhead Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Very nice. Congrats on your new sweetie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS90 Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geyser Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Junkie, that's a beauty for sure! What a plain top!!! You should run the competition between Tim and Flight now I think we're all waiting to see as you'll get this one inside your avatar ... BTW, it's NOW very likely I even will have *some news* here ... I'll let you know about it... in the meantime, keeping my fingers crossed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VA_siCkBoy Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Beautiful guitar......but I have to ask. Does it smell like maple syrup? That would be sweeeeet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoof Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 loevly guitar ! congrat !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MI_Canuck Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Absolutely stunning Junkie!!! Congrats! cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChanMan Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Gratz the new addition! Absolutely gorgeous!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Paul Fanatic Posted September 17, 2008 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Ku-****in-dos, man nice guitar, shame it didn't come with a bottle of Canadian Mist. That's somethin' to crack open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuitarJunkie Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 Thanks everybody. Beautiful guitar......but I have to ask. Does it smell like maple syrup? That would be sweeeeet. Even better... It smells like wood and nitro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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