help from Paraguay south-america (Gibson Studio 50 Tribute)

[hybrido]

Hi guys!!! i´m really hate to post this thread but is the only way i have to know the opinion from those who actually have play gibson...

i own a ´95 LP standard but i want to give a rest to my standard and i want a Studio 50 tribute and i have no chance to tried it because there is not a gibson dealer around here, mi only chance is to buy it online whitout tryint it (yeah, sad but true)... so the cuestion is...

What you think about it? for all those who play or own the Gibson studio 50 tribute

is it well manufactured? the frets are ok?

i choose this one

Amazon.com: Gibson Les Paul Studio 50's Tribute with Dark Back and Humbuckers Electric Guitar, Satin Gold Top: Musical Instruments

Amazon.com: Gibson Les Paul Studio 50's Tribute with Dark Back and Humbuckers Electric Guitar, Satin Gold Top: Musical Instruments

i apreciate every answer.. it will be very heplful for someone like that have no chance to try the guitar!! thanks a lot

[arturocivit]

Ve por ella, no te vas a arrepentir! Saludos!
Go for it, you won't regret! Regards!

[Bountyhunter]

I don't know what the guy above me said, but most are good guitars. But, and I may get some shit for this, it is hit and miss with Gibson sometimes. The only Gibson I ordered without seeing and playing before buying, went back because it sucked real bad. I think most guys here have had real good luck with ordering though. Just make sure that whoever you order it through has a solid return policy. I think that the cost of shipping one back would suck for you though? If you do order, I hope you get a good one!

[in2madness]

I own a 50's tribute GT from the first run (P90's) and a 50's tribute GT with humbuckers from the first run (Thomann Dealer Exclusive). They were both good guitars from the factory/dealer. Good players with level frets. The fret ends while by no means bad were not finished to the same standards as a USA PRS but then these guitars cost the same as many Korean PRS's. The P90 guitar even has a 1pce back (the earlier ones are not Dark Backs) and the HB 2pce centre joined.
They have made some changes to these guitars since these first runs in 2010/11 with dark backs and non rosewood boards but they are as popular as ever.

[Webtroll]

Originally Posted by Bountyhunter

it is hit and miss with Gibson sometimes

+1 even with a good model you can get a dud, but the tributes I've played were pretty nice

[dleuen]

I have a 50's Tribute with Humbuckers, BM fretboard, Gold Top and dark back. I love the guitar. The fretwork and quality I would rate at very good. There are no sharp fret ends, nor buzzing nor any other issues. The tone and feel of this guitar is outstanding. For the price, I don't think you can go wrong.

[Bobby Mahogany]

I guess you're aware that the 50' has a chunkier neck than a 60's. The 60's has a fast slim neck. A friend of mine just bought a 60's with P90's and he could not be happier!
He says the guitar really rocks!

[02589]

There are no inherent problems associated with this guitar. Most everyone really enjoys them. I have a goldtop 60s tribute, and love it. Manufacturing and frets are very good.

I guess you know these come with a really weak finish on them to simulate the aging. don't expect a glossy shine or even a durable paint job.

[hybrido]

Originally Posted by dleuen

I have a 50's Tribute with Humbuckers, BM fretboard, Gold Top and dark back. I love the guitar. The fretwork and quality I would rate at very good. There are no sharp fret ends, nor buzzing nor any other issues. The tone and feel of this guitar is outstanding. For the price, I don't think you can go wrong.

thanks a lot!!! i very apreciate this!!!

[The Refugee]

Originally Posted by dleuen

I have a 50's Tribute with Humbuckers, BM fretboard, Gold Top and dark back. I love the guitar. The fretwork and quality I would rate at very good. There are no sharp fret ends, nor buzzing nor any other issues. The tone and feel of this guitar is outstanding. For the price, I don't think you can go wrong.

Very nice! The fretboard sure is dark

[srb531]

i have 2 tribs from the 1st 2010 run ,im happy w/ both.they both benefitted from some minor setup work by my local tech, gibson does a generic setup at best. once you personalize it to your liking they are great guitars @ a reasonable price. get it you'll love it.

[zungle]

I have 2 50's Tributes w/P90's



I had 3 Tributes.............1 Ebony and 2 GoldTops

I bought 1 of the GoldTops from Guitar Center via internet.......it was a dud..............junk............5 piece back and no life...........dead.

I didn't want to deal with it and sold to a guy locally who loved it....

Anyway there are duds out there ......maybe buy from a reputable dealer with a return policy?

[Wolfcom]

I would have a look into what Tributes are available at WildWood.
With them, you have the trust that what you will be getting is a certainty.
Have a look at their site and view the details on each guitar, and then an email with your
interest and ask them what they think about GuitarXx. Vs GuitarYy.

The only way I would buy.

[marc1kim]

Originally Posted by Bountyhunter

I don't know what the guy above me said, but most are good guitars.

Google Translate is your friend
http://translate.google.com/#en|es|

although sometime it actually translates word per word and will be out of context

[brokenarrow5]

you should be fine- if it is bad, send it back for another one-

[aksak]

Originally Posted by Wolfcom

I would have a look into what Tributes are available at WildWood.
With them, you have the trust that what you will be getting is a certainty.
Have a look at their site and view the details on each guitar, and then an email with your
interest and ask them what they think about GuitarXx. Vs GuitarYy.

The only way I would buy.

I fully agree with Wolfcom. Use WildWood.
Pity we do not have WildWood here in Europe, just have to rely on Thomann to get the 5O's Tribute's with humbuckers. So we just order here without knowing how the guitar will exactly look like... Kind of a lottery. But I am very happy with mine, a 2011 2nd run Honeyburst with dark back and baked maple. Has quite a funny look, a mix of Honeyburst and Cherryburst. And plays and sounds great !

[Lord High Warlock]

I have one of these, in a Honeyburst finish. You can see some crappy cellphone pics of her here. The only change I made is a custom truss rod cover.

In short, she's the best guitar I've ever owned, even better than my old Ric-12 which was half again as much as they're asking for the '50s Tribute.

Like all new guitars, it needed a setup. After that, it's been smooth sailin'. The tonal range of the 490R & 498T pickups just amazes me. It's going to be hard for me to find another electric that suits me so well. It's like the '50s neck was made just for me.

Good luck with yours!

EDIT: Oh, and Schaller strap locks. Forgot about that change.

[Zack]

if you have no chance to play one then i see no problem with buying online.

[frisco]

hello i'm from Peru.
I wouldn't recomend you to buy online like someone else said Gibson's are hit or miss this days specialy with budget models a la tribute. If you still want that model try to buy it from a dealer and not from a big store.

if i were you i will try the guitar before buying it saying that i will try to score an old studio.

[rjshare]

i have one of the first run 50s trib with p90s.

its a great guitar. the only problem i had was the nut slots not being well cut and so had to have a bit of a file from a tech - other than that i cant fault it.

i also changed the plastics to black to make it look better!