Derpsicle
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Gibson :>
I was thinking about the LTDs first, but I don't personally like EMGs.
And I also find the original shape more sex. Am I wrong or does Edwards still make explorers in the original shape?
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Gibson :>
I was thinking about the LTDs first, but I don't personally like EMGs.
And I also find the original shape more sex. Am I wrong or does Edwards still make explorers in the original shape?
Ok, real guitar question.
Anyone here have any input they would like to give me on a Dimarzio Tone Zone and Paf Pro?
I already am putting the Paf Pro in the neck position, but I can't decide which I want to get for the bridge position.
If it matters it is going into an Ibanez RG3EXFM1
Specs:
Basswood Body w/ Flammed Maple Top
Maple neck w/ rosewood fretboard
Fixed Bridge
The rest of the specs really should matter as far as tone.
So any info or input would be much appreciated as to what is the difference tonally for each in the bridge position.
Anyone here have any input they would like to give me on a Dimarzio Tone Zone and Paf Pro?
I already am putting the Paf Pro in the neck position, but I can't decide which I want to get for the bridge position.
If it matters it is going into an Ibanez RG3EXFM1
Specs:
Basswood Body w/ Flammed Maple Top
Maple neck w/ rosewood fretboard
Fixed Bridge
The rest of the specs really should matter as far as tone.
So any info or input would be much appreciated as to what is the difference tonally for each in the bridge position.
eveningninja
Skull Kid
Boooooooo!!!
I do too actually. I like the LTD shape -- it's cool in it's own way, but the original is definitely where it's at.
It seems that way. Freakin' Edwards gets away with everything!
I'm thinking I'll try out the LTD's, and if I don't like them I'll save up for an Edwards Crying Star or Explorer.
SteveMCsteve
Member
I've been thinking about getting the Edwards Les Paul replicas. But I think it's better but if I save up more money and get the real deal (as in a real Gibson Les Paul).
Lowberg
Member
I have a paf pro in the neck and love it.
Had a tone zone in the bridge of a few of my guitars and it sounded pretty different
the tone zone as a bridge pickup is very lush and has a really rich bottom end to it.
Some people find it too flubby/undefined for technical metal stuff.
I am kind of undecided about the technical metal side of it.
It would be an awesome lead pickup and paul gilbertish stuff, but if you plan on doing a ton of heavy fast muted tight stuff I would choose something else
comparing the youtube audio to my experiences with the pickup, i'd say this is an accurate representation of how a tone zone sounds in the bridge.
Skip to 0:30 for distorted tones.
You can hear it's a very full sounding pickup but a little cloudy (in a good way for some stuff) on the low end
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Thanks for your input Lowberg. I appreciate it.
Yea, the Ibanez is more my normal everyday kind of stuff lead guitar, so not too much metal gets played on it. I use my Jackson for that.
Of course some Gilbert, Vai, and Satch type stuff would be played primarilly on this guitar.
I had a set of Evo's in an older RG I had and they were great and all, but I want to try something else this time.
I think I give the ToneZone a shot and see how I feel about it. If I don't like it I will just return it and get a Paf Pro for the Bridge.
Thanks again.
Yea, the Ibanez is more my normal everyday kind of stuff lead guitar, so not too much metal gets played on it. I use my Jackson for that.
Of course some Gilbert, Vai, and Satch type stuff would be played primarilly on this guitar.
I had a set of Evo's in an older RG I had and they were great and all, but I want to try something else this time.
I think I give the ToneZone a shot and see how I feel about it. If I don't like it I will just return it and get a Paf Pro for the Bridge.
Thanks again.
children of COB
Deadnight Drinker
Really? Really? I don't think there's one Gibson shape I like, they just seem so bulky and fat and retarded to me
I don't like huge guitars.
Ensi
CAT WITH FUKKEN PODS
How the fuck would you know faggot?
Also Ibanez Destroyer for those too lazy to google it:
eveningninja
Skull Kid
Really? Really? I don't think there's one Gibson shape I like, they just seem so bulky and fat and retarded to me
I used to feel the same way, but lately my standards for guitar beauty have been broadening to accept more shapes and sizes. And plus, more body = different tone, so I think it'd be a nice variety to have
I've tried one of those. I don't like the feel of them as much (and just all Ibanez in general TBH). They look alright to me. I still like Gibson/LTD shape more *shrug*
--edit: ^ It looks like the bottom (under the control knobs) of the body got cut out too much or something
Looks unnatural to me.
Ensi
CAT WITH FUKKEN PODS
I like the feel/sound of Gibson for rocking teh fuck out, but not for precision METAL RIFFAGE.
Like.. to put it in perspective, ESP/Jackson is like a scalpel while Gibson is a blunt meat cleaver.
Like.. to put it in perspective, ESP/Jackson is like a scalpel while Gibson is a blunt meat cleaver.
Derpsicle
Member
How the fuck would you know faggot?
I think that is some fucking bullshit
A Gibson can be used to what ever the fuck you want imho It's just like saying that a Telecaster is like a spoon, but still Jari from Wintersun kick some serious ass with that guitar Don't be a bitch and a brand whore, it's just what feels the best that is the best for you 
eveningninja
Skull Kid
Well, I can understand Ensi's point. ESP/Jackson have XJumbo/Jumbo frets (as compared to Gibson's medium) and flatter radius fretboards for an emphasis on low action, light touch, and juicy bends. Whereas the more curved radius provides for easier chording and IMO easier arpeggios (among a few other things). However, people do have their preferences. For example I actually do like the more curved radius of Gibsons/Strats, but it's not that big of a deal to me as I will adapt to whatever guitar I am playing on and eventually come to be really comfortable with it.
Also, the bigger more full body of most Gibsons (not all) in many cases contributes to a more chunky sound, however that's not to say they can't sound bright either (bolt-on neck joints add to that factor as well).
Also, the bigger more full body of most Gibsons (not all) in many cases contributes to a more chunky sound, however that's not to say they can't sound bright either (bolt-on neck joints add to that factor as well).
Lowberg
Member
eveningninja
Skull Kid
Actually, I think Iced Earth is a great example of those secksy chunky rhythm tones (which I think is what Ensi was getting at with blunt meat cleaver) that fuller/Gibson bodies help to sustain. I don't see what people are arguing about here...
Lowberg
Member
Ensi
CAT WITH FUKKEN PODS
THIS IS SENSIBLE DISCUSSION
NO THIS IS COBOOOOOOOOT AUREHHHHHHHHHHHH
Derpsicle fuck your mother i'm not a brand whore, I'm just sayan that I (Me, myself) think that Gibson is better suited for chunky low-end PWRFL RIFN while ESP and Jackson is more precise bright metal shredz0r.
NO THIS IS COBOOOOOOOOT AUREHHHHHHHHHHHH
Derpsicle fuck your mother i'm not a brand whore, I'm just sayan that I (Me, myself) think that Gibson is better suited for chunky low-end PWRFL RIFN while ESP and Jackson is more precise bright metal shredz0r.
Derpsicle
Member
^ Are you calling my low end chunky?
But srsly, you're right about the esp and jackson being brighter, but that is the wood Personally, i love my huge mahogny baddeh!
But srsly, you're right about the esp and jackson being brighter, but that is the wood
Personally, i love my huge mahogny baddeh!
Ensi
CAT WITH FUKKEN PODS
The wood, the construction, the feel of the neck. Gibson necks are NOT shred necks.
Yes I bet you do you fat piece of lard, go be fat somewhere else
Yes I bet you do you fat piece of lard, go be fat somewhere else
Derpsicle
Member
:<
I really like the feel of my guitar, i can actually feel that i'm playing a guitar, not just a toothpick
I really like the feel of my guitar, i can actually feel that i'm playing a guitar, not just a toothpick
