Pickguard or no? Pics inside...

Thunder Dump · 06-04-2009, 11:14 PM

It's that age-old question. The Studios with burst finishes do not come with a pickguard--not even in the case. I'm curious if anyone thinks it would look better with one. Here's a quick Photoshop rendering of what it would look like:

Without (stock):

...and With:

We'll even make it a poll!

djwilbanks · 06-04-2009, 11:16 PM

JMV · 06-04-2009, 11:16 PM

On that guitar? No.

When's the next joke coming along? ala pickguard, nibs, etc.

ballyhooberolan · 06-04-2009, 11:26 PM

Leave it as is. Pick guards suck tone straight out of your guitar. They also cause the gum disease GINGIVITIS....

MesaBoogie · 06-05-2009, 12:55 AM

It's been a while...

alligatorbling · 06-05-2009, 12:57 AM

=)

diceman · 06-05-2009, 12:58 AM

No need - leave it alone!

V!N · 06-05-2009, 01:03 AM

alligatorbling · 06-05-2009, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by V!N

Slimpsy · 06-05-2009, 01:09 AM

Pure personal preference =)

v8ko · 06-05-2009, 01:13 AM

You should photoshop some different PG colors so we can really get a sense of what is and what shouldnt be.

Luke122 · 06-05-2009, 01:32 AM

Chrome maybe, but not black.

Clay The Kid · 06-05-2009, 01:35 AM

Facepalming aside, I like the black pickguard

les_lover · 06-05-2009, 02:03 AM

for your guitar, without

Toogy · 06-05-2009, 09:32 AM

What's a Thunder Dump? maybe I don't want to know? lol

mtgguitar · 06-05-2009, 09:47 AM

This forum can be brutal.

I don't like pickguards on any guitar.

Hogman49 · 06-05-2009, 10:08 AM

Lol the facepalms

My rule that I follow is this, if it didn't come with the pickguard in place and it has a nice top, leave it off. If it came with one on, leave it on. Makes the decision very easy for me

Tim Plains · 06-05-2009, 10:13 AM

Yes it does.
Psst...people without pick guards are ghey.

E55eT · 06-05-2009, 10:21 AM

In Swedish "Pick" is another word for.. Di*k... I don't need any guard for my pick...

Also "Pitt" is another word for Di*k, as Brad once said - Those damn Swedes..

Silverbursted · 06-05-2009, 10:27 AM

IMO PG's provide 2 functions; 1) To protect the finish and 2) Enhance the overall look of your guitar.
You need to decide what you are trying to accomplish. If its to enhance or make your LP different, then put one on. If its to protect, consider this option...They are screw-less that attach under the pickup rings.

FEARLESS9273 · 06-05-2009, 10:32 AM

i think a chrome or white pickguard would be cool on your axe

dennistruckdriver · 06-07-2009, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MesaBoogie

It's been a while...

Yeah....at least ten minutes.

dennistruckdriver · 06-07-2009, 07:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by v8ko

You should photoshop some different PG colors....

Please, don't.....

kspeed · 06-07-2009, 08:21 AM

On a fireburst I think the PG actually makes it look more complete. Ironically, by hiding some of the finish it doesn't scream out to you as much - making it easier to appreciate the burst job on it. Plus it's cool the way it peaks out from underneath on the horn.

springer · 06-12-2009, 09:35 AM

i went with a bobbylee screwless pickguard and i love how it looks

Thunder Dump · 06-13-2009, 08:34 PM

Meh. It didn't come with one so it ain't gettin' one....

baumwolle · 12-10-2009, 10:52 PM

I only see myself eye to eye with cream pickguards and humbucker rings.

StrangerNY · 12-10-2009, 11:06 PM

I can't believe no one has done this yet...

Ach Du Lieber! Or Oy Vey!

- D

baumwolle · 12-11-2009, 03:33 AM

Well, if you are referring to me, I don't see what's the problem: I used an old thread. Is there any rule against resurfacing threads older than a couple of months?

L60N · 12-11-2009, 03:50 AM

View Poll Results: Does my Fireburst need a pickguard?
Hell yes	25	28.74%
Um, no.	38	43.68%
Seriously? This again?	24	27.59%
Voters: 87. You may not vote on this poll

06-04-2009, 11:14 PM	#1 (permalink)
Thunder Dump Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Western MA Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 26 Thanked 76 Times in 31 Posts	Pickguard or no? Pics inside... It's that age-old question. The Studios with burst finishes do not come with a pickguard--not even in the case. I'm curious if anyone thinks it would look better with one. Here's a quick Photoshop rendering of what it would look like: Without (stock):...and With: We'll even make it a poll! __________________ -Matt '12 Gibson LP Standard Trans Amber/'12 Gibson LP Traditional Mahogany Worn Brown '11 Gibson LP Custom Shop R0 VOS Southern Sunset Burst/'11 Gibson LP Classic Custom Antique Natural '11 Gibson LP Studio '60s Tribute Darkback Vintage Sunburst/'10 Gibson LP Traditional Pro Goldtop Darkback '10 Gibson LP Custom Shop 50th Anniversary R0 VOS Cognac Burst/'08 Gibson LP Custom Shop G0 VOS Dark Burst '07 Gibson LP Classic Custom Ebony/'07 Gibson LP Classic Antique Honeyburst

06-04-2009, 11:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
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06-04-2009, 11:16 PM	#3 (permalink)
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06-05-2009, 12:55 AM	#5 (permalink)
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06-05-2009, 01:09 AM	#10 (permalink)
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06-05-2009, 01:13 AM	#11 (permalink)
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06-05-2009, 01:32 AM	#12 (permalink)
Luke122 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Alberta Posts: 919 Thanks: 22 Thanked 14 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... Chrome maybe, but not black.

06-05-2009, 01:35 AM	#13 (permalink)
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06-05-2009, 02:03 AM	#14 (permalink)
les_lover Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Beautiful Blueridge mountains Posts: 248 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 1 Post	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... for your guitar, without

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06-05-2009, 09:47 AM	#16 (permalink)
mtgguitar Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Buffalo NY Posts: 5,120 Thanks: 140 Thanked 239 Times in 92 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... This forum can be brutal. I don't like pickguards on any guitar.

06-05-2009, 10:08 AM	#17 (permalink)
Hogman49 Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New York Posts: 494 Thanks: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... Lol the facepalms My rule that I follow is this, if it didn't come with the pickguard in place and it has a nice top, leave it off. If it came with one on, leave it on. Makes the decision very easy for me

06-05-2009, 10:13 AM	#18 (permalink)
Tim Plains Bartlett Retrospec Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 9,383 Thanks: 638 Thanked 676 Times in 76 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... Yes it does. Psst...people without pick guards are ghey.

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E55eT Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: The land of the midnight sun Posts: 1,993 Thanks: 63 Thanked 15 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... In Swedish "Pick" is another word for.. Dik... I don't need any guard for my pick... Also "Pitt" is another word for Dik, as Brad once said - Those damn Swedes.. __________________

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Silverbursted Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,480 Thanks: 53 Thanked 63 Times in 14 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... IMO PG's provide 2 functions; 1) To protect the finish and 2) Enhance the overall look of your guitar. You need to decide what you are trying to accomplish. If its to enhance or make your LP different, then put one on. If its to protect, consider this option...They are screw-less that attach under the pickup rings. __________________ Gear 2007 Gibson Les Paul R9 (Modified with Dimarzio PAF 36 Anniversaries) 2004 Gibson Les Paul R7 (Modified with Wolftone Marshallhead Double Creams) 2007 Taylor 654ce Acoustic 12 String 2007 Fender YJM Strat 2007 Ibanez RG550 RI 2009 Jackson Soloist 2008 Fender American Deluxe P-Bass 2007 Traveller Speedster Marshall JVM410c Rocktron Voodu Valve Laney VC15

06-05-2009, 10:32 AM	#21 (permalink)
FEARLESS9273 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Birmingham, England Posts: 588 Thanks: 14 Thanked 14 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... i think a chrome or white pickguard would be cool on your axe

06-07-2009, 08:21 AM	#24 (permalink)
kspeed Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,473 Thanks: 30 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... On a fireburst I think the PG actually makes it look more complete. Ironically, by hiding some of the finish it doesn't scream out to you as much - making it easier to appreciate the burst job on it. Plus it's cool the way it peaks out from underneath on the horn.

06-12-2009, 09:35 AM	#25 (permalink)
springer Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: glasgow ,scotland Posts: 118 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 1 Post	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... i went with a bobbylee screwless pickguard and i love how it looks Last edited by springer; 06-12-2009 at 03:52 PM.

06-13-2009, 08:34 PM	#26 (permalink)
Thunder Dump Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Western MA Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 26 Thanked 76 Times in 31 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... Meh. It didn't come with one so it ain't gettin' one.... __________________ -Matt '12 Gibson LP Standard Trans Amber/'12 Gibson LP Traditional Mahogany Worn Brown '11 Gibson LP Custom Shop R0 VOS Southern Sunset Burst/'11 Gibson LP Classic Custom Antique Natural '11 Gibson LP Studio '60s Tribute Darkback Vintage Sunburst/'10 Gibson LP Traditional Pro Goldtop Darkback '10 Gibson LP Custom Shop 50th Anniversary R0 VOS Cognac Burst/'08 Gibson LP Custom Shop G0 VOS Dark Burst '07 Gibson LP Classic Custom Ebony/'07 Gibson LP Classic Antique Honeyburst

12-10-2009, 10:52 PM	#27 (permalink)
baumwolle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bucharest, RO Posts: 163 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... I only see myself eye to eye with cream pickguards and humbucker rings.

12-11-2009, 03:33 AM	#29 (permalink)
baumwolle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Bucharest, RO Posts: 163 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Pickguard or no? Pics inside... Well, if you are referring to me, I don't see what's the problem: I used an old thread. Is there any rule against resurfacing threads older than a couple of months?

12-11-2009, 03:50 AM	#30 (permalink)
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