mgrasso Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Just re-aquired an 05 Masterbilt DR-500P to replace one that I traded in on my Breedlove. My previous one had an indentation forming from the bridge to the lower bout. Fearing a crack in the top forming, I traded it in on the Breedlove. I absolutely loved that guitar. Best sounding guitar i had ever played or owned. I have been looking for the past 3 years for a replacement, but every one that i found was either beat up or the owner wanted too much. Low and behold a new forum member, Calmwater, inquired about the worth of such a guitar which he had. I contacted him, settled on a price and I have now replace my missing blonde beauty. Also came with a great Gator hardshell case. Thanks again Tyson. Here are the photos that he sent me. If I can get some of my own shot, I will update. I forgot that these had a bound headstock. I love this guitar. Great book matched back. Lovely satin finish. I was originally thinking about replacing the buttons with tortoise shell buttons, but I see that they are not replaceable. Still good with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Really nice. I'd like to get one of those, too. Congrats and enjoy! R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diverden Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 "P" Is that Maple back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calmwater Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Solid maple back and sides.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgrasso Posted January 6, 2013 Author Share Posted January 6, 2013 Right, CW, solid maple.Which seams strange to me.I have been looking at other brands for solid maple. Not many options under $1,500.Epiphone deciding to drop this material on their natural wood models fits with other companies. Again, happy to be able to play and own one again. I love the satin finish on the neck. Smooth play. Same as the Breedlove that replaced the first 500-P.Just comfortable to play. Hopefully Epiphone will surprise us with new Acoustics this year.An all solid wood EJ-200 with maple back and sides would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strumbert Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 I was tempted many times to get one when they were still available at the major on-line stores. I waited too long I guess. I look for one to pop up on c'list or whatnot. My EJ-200 Artist has really satisfied my Maple GAS though. Enjoy! Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayban Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 I was originally thinking about replacing the buttons with tortoise shell buttons, but I see that they are not replaceable. Still good with this. Yes they are replaceable: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgrasso Posted January 12, 2013 Author Share Posted January 12, 2013 Yes they are replaceable: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZLeR9VqYY0 Thanks Rayban. Very enlightening. I did not know that the buttons were separate from the shaft. I am kind of power tool shy. By the time I bought everything I would need, it would be cheeper to by a pair of Waverlys. But I do love DIY videos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayban Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 I just finished swapping out my buttons (see my avatar)...only power tool I needed was a drill for the 1/4" hole in the jig......went pretty smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Beautiful guitar. I have an AJ500R that is amazing. I actually put it for sale here before the holidays (trying to keep up with a self imposed one in one out guitar rule), and then got cold feet. I gave it to one of my sons instead. Whenever I read Masterbilt posts, they always seems to be one per thread that says they sold theirs and wish they didn't. Anyway my son will enjoy mine. It really is killer. And if he gets bored with it I will take it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delta_Foxtrot Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 I've got a DR-500R, the Masterbilt line is absolutely solid. One of the best acoustics I've ever owned. I'm definitely going to buy another. Good choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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