Chrisdude Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Right, firstly, I apologise for not being around for a while. But yeah, I need help. Al Atkins, the founder of Judas Priest who is my best friend, is 65 in october. I found out somthing. He has DREAMT of owning a Les Paul all his life. We have a fund of 1000gbp. Now, I have no idea what model to go for, however I do know Al well, no scratch plate, nice wood and kickass pups. Can sombody suggest somthing? Personally I would go for a Zack Wyle but hmm ok open to suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Searcy Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Well, If he's wanted one his whole life he likely has something particular in mind. Talk to him and see what more you can weasel out of him. What did he like about it? What player did he see that made him want to own one? Stuff like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kennis Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Well, If you want a Les Paul, 9 times out of 10 you'd want the Les Paul. The classic cherry sunburst '58 that's responsible for at least half the best guitar tones in rock music history. So I'd say look for a nice looking sunburst, preferably an old one that might not be weight relieved, and if the pickups aren't amazing, put some Bare Knuckle "The Mule"s in there. Would make me pretty happy anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sellen Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 +1 on what Searcy said 999£ at anderton Anderton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djroge1 Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Hey Chrisdude is has been a long time, but good to see ya. The only advice I have is to go out and play them yourself - if you buy it because it sounded great he will appreciate the time you took to hand pick the right one. Remember, you can always take the pickguard off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrisdude Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 KICKASS!!!! Thanks guys, yeah me and his wife Karen are going shopping, That axe that Sellen posted looks SUPERB man !!!!!! *Edit,,, yup, THAT is the feller, contacted. Guys thank you SO SO much ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Yup I second that.. For £1000 your talking a LP Studio.. that are Great guitars http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gibson-les-paul-studio-electric-guitar-wine-red-chrome-hardware--36762 then theres the BFG.. which is one of the most unique Les Pauls ever made.. Rough and ready http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gibson-les-paul-bfg-2-electric-guitar-worn-ebony--83040 another great Studio here http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gibson-les-paul-studio-electric-guitar-fireburst-chrome-hardware--50879 How about a double cut? http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gibson-335-s-solid-body-electric-guitar-vintage-sunburst--83122 or the new 2012 Studios with push/pull knobs for coil tapping that come in some funky colours http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gibson-2012-les-paul-studio-electric-guitar-pelham-blue--96708 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabs Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Also one more idea.. if he likes pointy guitars (like in the picture :)) how about an explorer? http://www.dv247.com/guitars/gibson-designer-x-plorer-(explorer)-electric-guitar-cherry--36975 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damian Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 How could a founding member of Judas Priest not own a Les Paul ??? This is a serious question.....The one "Sellen" posts looks good............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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