Motherofpearl Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Well I've had this one for awhile now and I hate it and love it at the same time. To be honest I'm not sure it's for me. A couple days in a row now I've had to put it away. What a struggle. I don't know what it is I just lost the connection. The tone is beautiful but every little mistake just stands out on this one. It's killing me. Any advice? Am I just having one of those crazy couple days where you can't put it together. This is frustrating Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKing777 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Maybe change the strings - if the guitar is too bright sounding, try some coated strings/diff strings? BluesKing777. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motherofpearl Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 It's got new strings on it but ya music villa put them on so maybe they aren't what I use ill try that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParlourMan Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Shame your on the wrong side of the pond, I'd take it off your hands for a fair price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 A bit of a crises – can tell as you write about it here. Good thing. I suggest you regard it as a phase and even put the guitar aside for the comin' weekend if it continues the next days. Still be alert about how things develop when you reunite. If it continues, maybe this just wasn't your lady. You owned a few G.'s in your time and know what you talk about - I sense you haven't had trobs like this before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motherofpearl Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Ya pm I know your wanting one of these. Em7 I've played others where my mind wasn't in it and it was a struggle but only lasted an evening. The last couple days I've been playing this one and its rejecting me not sure how to explain it. Maybe your right need to leave it alone for a bit and go at it again in a few. It's a different guitar than I've ever played so possibly that might be it as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Wonder if it could be the nut-width/neck - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurfbird Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I go back and forth with guitars. Right now, the Bird is sounding weaker to my J200 and the JB. The JB is exciting me to work on fingerpicking. But the enormity of the cost does make me feel like the guitar should play itself. However, on good days, it's great and definitely unlike any other guitar. I haven't found the width to be a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryplatz Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I bought mine new in March of 2011 and have had similar feelings about it. When it's good it's hard to imagine a better sounding guitar and when it's bad-UGH!! When I got the JB I immediately fell in love with it for fingerpicking (which, fortunately, is what I do the most)but didn't care so much for the sound when using a flatpick. It's been a continuous love/hate relationship ever since when it comes to the sound. I always love playing that neck though. I agree with those who suggest that perhaps we expected a bit too much because of the high price tag. I've had similar feelings about every other guitar I own. As long as they don't all sound bad to me at the same time I guess I'll be okay. Hang in there. It will come back around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jannusguy2 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I love my prototype. Will never part with it. Getting ready to change the tuners on it for a more traditional look. It has gold butter bean Waverlys. Gonna swap for ivory buttons. The tone and ease of play are just unparalleled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruffchris Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Well I've had this one for awhile now and I hate it and love it at the same time. To be honest I'm not sure it's for me. A couple days in a row now I've had to put it away. What a struggle. I don't know what it is I just lost the connection. The tone is beautiful but every little mistake just stands out on this one. It's killing me. Any advice? Am I just having one of those crazy couple days where you can't put it together. This is frustrating Hey, I thought this would happen, I think you like the chasing more than the catching :P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I go through periods like this with most of my guitars. When I get frustrated with one, I'll put it away and play another for a while--days, weeks, even months--before picking up the offending beast again. To my surprise, I usually become re-attached to them after giving them a break. The other thing to remember is that we don't bond to every guitar in the same way. Some may be easier to play, but not give you the sound you are looking for. Others may be disappointing at first, or more challenging to come to terms with, but more rewarding in the long run. Patience, grasshopper, patience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duluthdan Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 It is a bit of a demanding guitar. The string articulation is quite apparent, and it does not easily tolerate sloppy fingers - it rather demands a less is more approach, for me. I put Elixer nanoweb 80/20s (12s) on to lessen the string screech, and that helped, and I've delved into a more careful approach and song selection, after figuring out this is not a bigger box J-45. Sure sounds sweet though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParlourMan Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Come on, somebody on the side of the water hurry up and fall out of love..... I'm ready when you are :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EuroAussie Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I think if I got a JB model Mrs EA would kill me. She looks at the AJ and SJ then looks at me and goes you got two identical guitars ???? Imagine if a JB was added to that lot...... of course I then point out to her extensive boots collection that all looks the same and the quitens her down ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I think if I got a JB model Mrs EA would kill me. She looks at the AJ and SJ then looks at me and goes you got two identical guitars ???? Imagine if a JB was added to that lot...... of course I then point out to her extensive boots collection that all looks the same and the quitens her down ... This had me try one of those - 'LOL's - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest J-Doug Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Whenever I try out a new guitar (and I think this thought applies in your case) I play to my strengths and play pieces I have mastered first and then gradually work my way up to tougher material. This allows me time to warm up to the guitar and get a good idea of what it can do and what I can do with it. Don't jump ship yet. Give it a chance. You might warm up to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motherofpearl Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Lol Chris I used too for sure! You guys are probably right ill put her aside for a week and go from there. J45nick your right I'm much too young to feel this damn old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParlourMan Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 ..on that note, if anyone else out there has lost the love, let me know! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurfbird Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I was also told by someone who would know that Jackson himself plays his Roy Smecks and his JB with 13s and tunes down a half and sometimes a whole step...maybe this will open the guitar up. No matter how you feel about JB's music, he does have extensive experience playing them... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
62burst Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I was also told by someone who would know that Jackson himself plays his Roy Smecks and his JB with 13s and tunes down a half and sometimes a whole step... Seems to be a whole step down in this very fine video. Warning: viewing the following may lead you to to mortgage your future and seek out a 1930's Stage Deluxe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yufoq3T-z_w Hauntingly good tone when tuned down here. Hope you hear something you like soon in yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j45nick Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Gorgeous! For some reason, this song and the feelings it evokes remind me very much of Dylan's "Boots of Spanish Leather", which is just about my all-time favorite Dylan song. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurfbird Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Yes! Personally, I am a fan of JB's music. And I love this performance. Almost too talented as a young man -- having written songs covered by Tom Rush and Nico before his own solo career was off the ground -- he mastered a sound of his own. I hear Spanish Leather, too. One of Dylan's most wonderful early tunes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onewilyfool Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 At one time I owned a SCGC version of this type of guitar.........It sounded great!!! That was not an issue for me, for some reason, the twelve fret neck, the position of the sound hole and bridge, the extra depth of the box, and the way I had to hold it to play, well, I could never find a position that was comfortable, the wide nut also took some getting used to. Imean, I couldn't find a position to place my arm, for my style of playing. I eventually traded for a SCGC H-13 (that 13 fret neck ALSO took some time to get used to, lol) which is based on an old Nick Lucas design, and am much happier. I think those Gibson JB's are walnut B&S aren't they....might be coloring your sound differently than your ears are used to hearing??? I would say, give it time, go through the buyer's remorse stage, and see in a few months how it feels/sounds!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest J-Doug Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Yes I agree with onewilyfool that it could be a guitar/body/hand/arm postion problem that leading to your issues. If everything is out of whack physically it will have an impact on your playing. The JB is a large guitar. It took me months to find a good body/guitar position with my J-100Xtra. Keep experimenting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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