Spot Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I've been watching the prices on EBAY and over at GBASE and was wondering what ya'll think is a fair price for a '50-'60 LG-1 in good condition? Ideally I was after an LG-2 but they all see to be going for as much as a good J-45 these days....so its an LG-2,...if I can find one at the right price... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindboygrunt Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 change of plan ?? weren't you looking for a J45TV ? maybe i'm getting mixed up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spot Posted February 1, 2012 Author Share Posted February 1, 2012 change of plan ?? weren't you looking for a J45TV ? maybe i'm getting mixed up Actually it was a Southern Jumbo BlindBoy,....I'm lookin' at a bunch of guitars as I just sold a few....Yes, it's a crime,.. I got GAS!!! Ideally I'd like a nice old Southern Jumbo, but I can't justify a 50's vintage at today's prices. Then its a possibly a newer Southern Jumbo (...like EuroAussies AA SJ). I'm going to see one later this week.... Then it's a small bodied Vintage. LG-2 and possibly an LG-2. Been after one of these for a while. Found a beautiful LG-2 on EBAY last year, bought it only to have the seller change his mind. Destiny I guess.... I like to open up the options as it gives one a better chance of finding a really good guitar (..if that makes sense!!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanfender Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I would say $1,500 to $1,700 for a good condition no issues guitar. I have seen some crazy prices for LG-1s lately. I got mine in a trade for a late 90s American Strat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfox14 Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I would agree that the $1500-2000 range seems fair for a decent LG-1 or LG-2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spot Posted February 1, 2012 Author Share Posted February 1, 2012 I would say $1,500 to $1,700 for a good condition no issues guitar. I have seen some crazy prices for LG-1s lately. I got mine in a trade for a late 90s American Strat. Thanks Ryan,..How does yours sound? Its pretty much the same year as the one I've spotted. The ladder bracing has me pushing for a LG-2 though,...but I've heard the LG-1's are pretty nice sounding.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanfender Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 Thanks Ryan,..How does yours sound? Its pretty much the same year as the one I've spotted. The ladder bracing has me pushing for a LG-2 though,...but I've heard the LG-1's are pretty nice sounding.. It sounds great but its depends on the type of music you are going for. Its pretty dry, boxy, unrefined (sort of a razor sharp sound). It makes a great blues guitar and sounds awesome finger picked. Strumming chords with a flat pick is not a strong suit. This is a good representation of the tone and music style is excels at. $1700 is about the top of the market. If you pay that much, the LG-1 better walk on water. I would pay more for an LG-2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJtz7kiRzxw&list=FLRPGmoytkcnvsRmKH42DAlQ&index=39&feature=plpp_video Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danner Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 ryanfender: Thanks for posting that LG1 vid. Very nice example and some fine playing on an LG1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I recently helped a friend buy an LG-1. He ended up with a 1959 guitar with original softshell case at $500 although it did need a loose brace reglued. If you go by eBay prices - only banner and script logo instruments are fetching in the $1500 range. Later ones are selling between $450 and $850 depending on age and condition. Granted though, if you buy from a store that price will be higher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spot Posted February 1, 2012 Author Share Posted February 1, 2012 ..Thanks guys! As always,..much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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