Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop - Page 2

Christmas · 11-17-2008, 03:43 PM

Thanks bamman & Tobby...she plays great and I'm digging her more each day!

alligatorbling · 11-17-2008, 04:07 PM

very nice, shes something to be proud of for sure!

Jayce62 · 11-17-2008, 05:45 PM

I love telecaster headstocks.

shotgunlew · 11-17-2008, 05:50 PM

Where did you get the kit for the amp???

Christmas · 11-17-2008, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shotgunlew

Where did you get the kit for the amp???

I didn't use a kit...I just got the parts list & schematic from WeberVST.com and bought all of the parts from various online vendors. I couldn't find any kit makers who had all of the exact parts I wanted, so I just tracked them down one by one. Some good suppliers are Weber, Mojotone, and Vibroworld.

If you're looking for a good kit for a Tweed, try Marsh Amps: Marsh Amplification
My next amp build is gonna be an Allen Accomplice head. Such a sweet amp!

As for the cab, my pops and I built it from scratch.

Christmas · 03-07-2009, 07:13 PM

Just installed a Gibson Historic jackplate courtesy of MLP bro sapi from way over in Malta. Of course like just about all Gibson parts, it took some modding to fit my Epi, but I'm real happy with the results. Now the only stock parts are the wood, backplates, & strap buttons. Thanks sapi!

UncleTed · 03-07-2009, 07:18 PM

nice guitar, sir.

pcorajr · 03-07-2009, 10:26 PM

Sir you have created a beauty and I tip off my hat to you. I am seriously in love with the work you have done on this guitar.

You sure took advantage of a great looking guitar there. I can only imagen what she sounds like. Please if possible post some sound clips.

You as well as me are on the same boat. My Playing skill is not up to par to justify the purchase of an R8 (which is my dream guitar.). So for now i picked up a Cherry burst Epi plaintop. She has the similar UC serial as your and she sounded an played amazing, even with one of her strings missing. She is on layaway as we speak and im planing on having her home by mid month.

You have inspired me to do the same with this guitar. So ill be referencing back to this thread and shooting you some PM's with other questions.

VILLANOVA · 03-08-2009, 10:51 PM

Hey Christmas

Can you link me to where you bought the bridge and tailpiece?

I'm doing the exact same set of upgrades/mods haha

Thanks!

vladmaximus · 03-09-2009, 12:50 AM

well..that was a nice guitar...
great works...

thanks..

Christmas · 03-09-2009, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VILLANOVA

Hey Christmas

Can you link me to where you bought the bridge and tailpiece?

I'm doing the exact same set of upgrades/mods haha

Thanks!

I got those parts plus the tuners & conversion bushings from StewMac...great prices & service:
Gotoh Tune-o-matic Bridge with Studs/Bushings at Stewart-MacDonald
Gotoh Aluminum 'Stop' Tailpiece at Stewart-MacDonald

Make sure you get the metric versions!

Christmas · 03-09-2009, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vladmaximus

well..that was a nice guitar...
great works...

thanks..

Thanks Vlad! hihihihihihihihihi

lp_junkie · 03-09-2009, 12:44 PM

looks great, nice upgrades.

kingofnima · 03-09-2009, 04:48 PM

hey christmas

how is the bridge? is it worth it? and does the tailpiece do any good?

VILLANOVA · 03-09-2009, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Christmas

I got those parts plus the tuners & conversion bushings from StewMac...great prices & service:
Gotoh Tune-o-matic Bridge with Studs/Bushings at Stewart-MacDonald
Gotoh Aluminum 'Stop' Tailpiece at Stewart-MacDonald

Make sure you get the metric versions!

For the tune-o-matic, did you buy that exact bridge there on the link or after clicking the link did you go to the option that says "also available with threaded mounting posts?"

+1 for kingofnimas' question too. did the new bridge and tailpiece make a difference? how much?

Christmas · 03-09-2009, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VILLANOVA

For the tune-o-matic, did you buy that exact bridge there on the link or after clicking the link did you go to the option that says "also available with threaded mounting posts?"

The product # is 1511-N...the exact one in the link (no threads).

As for the results, I think acoustically the guitar rings noticably better, and the tailpiece is like 1/3 the weight of stock. Asthetically, the nickel looks much better than the stock chrome (and it ages prettier, too). These are big favorites with other forum members.

kingofnima · 03-09-2009, 08:36 PM

did the bridge fit right in? or did you have to change anything?

VILLANOVA · 03-10-2009, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kingofnima

did the bridge fit right in? or did you have to change anything?

Again, +1

What work was involved with the TRC? (Was it a Gibson Historic TRC? If not, what kind?)

Again, this was exactly what I want to but I had no idea how. Sorry for the question bombardment

Christmas · 03-10-2009, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VILLANOVA

What work was involved with the TRC? (Was it a Gibson Historic TRC? If not, what kind?)

The TRC is a Gibson I got from Ray's Custom Shop on ebay. It's not a Historic, but the dimensions are the same as one. I made a wooden plug that fits tightly into the truss rod adjustment hole, and then that gives something for the bottom-center screw of the TRC to bite into. I originally made a plug out of hard rubber, but the tight-fitting wood is much nicer. I'll try and take some photos sometime soon. Have fun with your mods!

matthornet · 03-10-2009, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Christmas

Quite possibly the best $2 you'll ever spend!

where can i spend my $2 to get those sweet sweet amber tip?

VILLANOVA · 03-10-2009, 12:17 PM

amber switch tip, Musical Instruments items on eBay.com

Buy Gibson Toggle Switch Cap | Toggle Switches | Musician's Friend

kingofnima · 03-10-2009, 06:56 PM

did the bridge drop right in?

Christmas · 03-10-2009, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kingofnima

did the bridge drop right in?

Yeah...fits like a glove with no mods. Same thing with the tailpiece. Do it!

Eggy · 03-11-2009, 05:28 AM

Looks classy, no doubt.

iamhollywood_953 · 03-11-2009, 09:51 AM

I've been looking at those pickups for a while. What do you think of them Christmas?

LeSpAuLsTaNdArD23 · 03-11-2009, 11:00 AM

nice plain top i got one too! is it mik or mij? hot guitar though!

Christmas · 03-11-2009, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iamhollywood_953

I've been looking at those pickups for a while. What do you think of them Christmas?

The GFS Vintage 59s cannot be beat for the price. Serious bang for the buck. If you have a little more cash (and who does these days?), sure, go for some 57 Classics or RS Fralins, but I highly recommend these GFS PUs if you're strapped. I was surprised how bright and clear they are...not muddy like typical low-end humbuckers. My RS wiring kit contributes to the clarity I'm sure. If you haven't rewired your Epi & installed some PIO caps, I suggest you do that before getting new pickups.

iamhollywood_953 · 03-11-2009, 01:05 PM

Thanks Christmas. That was pretty much the answer I was looking for. I've been playing a stock Epi for a while now and have only started modding mine. I have the wiring kit in the mail already, then it's on to the pickups.

Thanks again

Great looking guitar by the way!

VILLANOVA · 03-11-2009, 09:08 PM

Decided to try out this "search" function
sorry..

VILLANOVA · 03-11-2009, 10:55 PM

I can't really tell from the pictures, Christmas, so i thought it'd be best to ask

Allparts has awful descriptions and pictures for their products. For the pickup rings, did you get their cream ones or the white plastic ones?

I've been researching lots of R9s and the pickup rings look white in some pictures, and a more white/cream in others. Not to mention attempting to match that to the pickguard color

trying to match this les paul...
The Music Zoo Collection

Which item number from allparts did you end up getting for the rings and pickguard?

..again, sorry about all the questions. i'll post an epic thread when finished to offset my nagging.

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Christmas Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 444 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop Thanks bamman & Tobby...she plays great and I'm digging her more each day!

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alligatorbling V.I.P. Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 31,535 Thanks: 1,838 Thanked 2,357 Times in 649 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop very nice, shes something to be proud of for sure! __________________ http://soundcloud.com/astrobling/frog-dog-bird-cat Visit Blings Soundcloud! visit bling at reverbnation!

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03-07-2009, 07:13 PM	#36 (permalink)
Christmas Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 444 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop Just installed a Gibson Historic jackplate courtesy of MLP bro sapi from way over in Malta. Of course like just about all Gibson parts, it took some modding to fit my Epi, but I'm real happy with the results. Now the only stock parts are the wood, backplates, & strap buttons. Thanks sapi!

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03-07-2009, 07:18 PM	#37 (permalink)
UncleTed Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop nice guitar, sir.

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pcorajr Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 188 Thanks: 6 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop Sir you have created a beauty and I tip off my hat to you. I am seriously in love with the work you have done on this guitar. You sure took advantage of a great looking guitar there. I can only imagen what she sounds like. Please if possible post some sound clips. You as well as me are on the same boat. My Playing skill is not up to par to justify the purchase of an R8 (which is my dream guitar.). So for now i picked up a Cherry burst Epi plaintop. She has the similar UC serial as your and she sounded an played amazing, even with one of her strings missing. She is on layaway as we speak and im planing on having her home by mid month. You have inspired me to do the same with this guitar. So ill be referencing back to this thread and shooting you some PM's with other questions.

03-08-2009, 10:51 PM	#39 (permalink)
VILLANOVA Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 1,113 Thanks: 11 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop Hey Christmas Can you link me to where you bought the bridge and tailpiece? I'm doing the exact same set of upgrades/mods haha Thanks!

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kingofnima Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 298 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop hey christmas how is the bridge? is it worth it? and does the tailpiece do any good? __________________ Guitars: 07 Epiphone Les Paul standard limited edition candy apple red (with a SD '59 in the neck and a SD custom 5 in the bridge) (RS Vintage electronics set)(jonesy caps) Ibanez GSA 60 Pedals: MXR 169 Carbon Copy analogue delay Big Muff NYC reissue Amp: Trinity TC 15 (****ing tone heaven!!!!!!!) 2x12 Vintage 30s cab

03-09-2009, 08:36 PM	#47 (permalink)
kingofnima Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 298 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop did the bridge fit right in? or did you have to change anything? __________________ Guitars: 07 Epiphone Les Paul standard limited edition candy apple red (with a SD '59 in the neck and a SD custom 5 in the bridge) (RS Vintage electronics set)(jonesy caps) Ibanez GSA 60 Pedals: MXR 169 Carbon Copy analogue delay Big Muff NYC reissue Amp: Trinity TC 15 (****ing tone heaven!!!!!!!) 2x12 Vintage 30s cab

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03-10-2009, 06:56 PM	#52 (permalink)
kingofnima Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 298 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop did the bridge drop right in? __________________ Guitars: 07 Epiphone Les Paul standard limited edition candy apple red (with a SD '59 in the neck and a SD custom 5 in the bridge) (RS Vintage electronics set)(jonesy caps) Ibanez GSA 60 Pedals: MXR 169 Carbon Copy analogue delay Big Muff NYC reissue Amp: Trinity TC 15 (****ing tone heaven!!!!!!!) 2x12 Vintage 30s cab

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iamhollywood_953 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop I've been looking at those pickups for a while. What do you think of them Christmas?

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iamhollywood_953 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop Thanks Christmas. That was pretty much the answer I was looking for. I've been playing a stock Epi for a while now and have only started modding mine. I have the wiring kit in the mail already, then it's on to the pickups. Thanks again Great looking guitar by the way!

03-11-2009, 09:08 PM	#59 (permalink)
VILLANOVA Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 1,113 Thanks: 11 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop Decided to try out this "search" function sorry.. Last edited by VILLANOVA; 03-11-2009 at 09:54 PM.

03-11-2009, 10:55 PM	#60 (permalink)
VILLANOVA Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 1,113 Thanks: 11 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Overhauled vintage ‘burst plaintop I can't really tell from the pictures, Christmas, so i thought it'd be best to ask Allparts has awful descriptions and pictures for their products. For the pickup rings, did you get their cream ones or the white plastic ones? I've been researching lots of R9s and the pickup rings look white in some pictures, and a more white/cream in others. Not to mention attempting to match that to the pickguard color trying to match this les paul... The Music Zoo Collection Which item number from allparts did you end up getting for the rings and pickguard? ..again, sorry about all the questions. i'll post an epic thread when finished to offset my nagging.

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