quilted R9s

guitarnut_germany · 08-04-2012, 05:56 PM

Hi guys,

what do you think about quilted R9s? Would you buy one? Do you have one? Do you like them?

Gibson seems to be bringing out some quilted ones lately....

kfowler8 · 08-04-2012, 06:03 PM

I'm a quilt slut so if I could find a lefty, i'd e all over. I'm working on a 59 quilt build right now.

SKATTERBRANE · 08-04-2012, 06:11 PM

Nope, not a fan on reissues. They are fine on other Les Pauls.

RBA · 08-04-2012, 06:48 PM

yes I would buy one, they look and sound incredible

rsrd · 08-04-2012, 06:53 PM

sound incredible? not sure how quilt makes it sound better. Just go for the R8 or R7 or R0s unless you have money to burn. otherwise, I dont see the point in fancy tops.

RAG7890 · 08-04-2012, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SKATTERBRANE

Nope, not a fan on reissues. They are fine on other Les Pauls.

+ 1......what Rod said Pete. Not a fan, although I used to like Quilt.

However, if you like them, then I don't see any reason not to buy a good one.

BTW, Quilt is a softer Maple; i.e. Western (e.g. Big Leaf) vs Eastern Hard Rock Maple, so IMHO all things being equal it will have an influence on the overall tone of the guitar.

Cheers, Rudi

trmckn · 08-04-2012, 09:01 PM

Quilt tops definitely aren't as "tasteful" as a good realistic burst with just the right amount of flame. Maybe that's why I like mine so much...

Next to the vintage goldtop, it's the definition of "in poor taste", but just the same, it's one of my favorites. It's a Wildwood spec R9, and I really like the pups in it also...

HOT-BRIT · 08-04-2012, 09:07 PM

its not original feature so goes against the whole point of being a reissue

Mark C · 08-04-2012, 09:20 PM

Do not care for them on a Les Paul. It just looks wrong.

trmckn · 08-04-2012, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HOT-BRIT

its not original feature so goes against the whole point of being a reissue

I agree....but just the same, I like the spec's of a reissue in comparison with....say...an LP trad pro plus from the custom shop for example... And, (though there's no accounting for taste....mine that is, not yours) I also like the "bling" of a quilt top. So for me at least, I like that there is the option. So, discounting termonology, I think that they're cool.

tspoon5150 · 08-04-2012, 09:39 PM

I don't own any, remain neutral on them, some look killer.......

There was not any originals with quilt, but how close are the Re-Issues
or Historic's anyway.......

The newer Re-Issues are built on modern day platform, so I don't
see any drawback in being accurate compared to the vintage ones......

FUS44 · 08-04-2012, 09:53 PM

I've seen some I like.
I would buy one if I had the 30 day period to make sure it was the one.
Although gorgeous, I don't know if you'd be able to liquidate it quickly, w/o a loss, should you fall out of love.

my 0.02....

CRobbins · 08-04-2012, 09:57 PM

Some of the quilted tops are beautiful. It just depends on what you want in a reissue.

Sct13 · 08-05-2012, 12:06 AM

I am with Skatterbrane, not on a reissue....They look good otherwise, I do prefer the ABR bridge to the Nashville if we were talking about Standards.

Sharky · 08-05-2012, 04:31 AM

no, no and no

RAG7890 · 08-05-2012, 04:40 AM

I stuffed this.........will repost.

RAG7890 · 08-05-2012, 04:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trmckn

Quilt tops definitely aren't as "tasteful" as a good realistic burst with just the right amount of flame. Maybe that's why I like mine so much...

Next to the vintage goldtop, it's the definition of "in poor taste", but just the same, it's one of my favorites. It's a Wildwood spec R9, and I really like the pups in it also...

Money shot IMHO. The Quilt looks nice BUT Love that '54 GT.

guitarnut_germany · 08-05-2012, 05:30 AM

thanks for your feedback guys

the hunterburst (not a reissue but one legend of a guitar) was (is) a quilted one as well...

The Steve Hunter Burst / Slash Burst / Pre-A.F.D. Era **TRUTH REVEALED**

I think that looks pretty cool...

(not sure if I am allowed to embed this image here.... if not I will remove it

...but it comes from the thread above anyway)

harrie 0492 · 08-05-2012, 06:02 AM

Its beautiful, but not on a R8, R9, R0, thats it.

Shawn Lutz · 08-05-2012, 09:03 AM

it really would depend on the quilt. Generally I would say no as I prefer flame over quilt 98% of the time. The ultimate answer to the question should help you decide, did Gibson use Quilt tops in 59?

JMB1984 · 08-05-2012, 02:36 PM

I tend to prefer flame too, but some quilt looks really nice. I wouldn't necessarily rule a quilt top out based on the historical accuracy factor if it were a phenomenal guitar.

pinefd · 08-05-2012, 05:23 PM

I generally prefer flametops. But when you own as many guitars as I do, a little variety can't hurt once in a while:

Frank

RBA · 08-05-2012, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pinefd

I generally prefer flametops. But when you own as many guitars as I do, a little variety can't hurt once in a while:

Frank

that looks amazing!

RUFFCUT · 08-05-2012, 06:14 PM

Frank, I usually love every guitar you post but, I don't do quilt. Even one as nice as that...

DPhillips · 08-06-2012, 12:23 AM

Depends on what you buy an R9 for. Did you purchase one to mimic an existing 1959, or because the R9's (or R whatevers) are constructed more like the originals than current Standard production?

I bought my quilt because of the construction, the sound and looks.

Since this pic was taken, I've had some Waterbrane (Skatterbrane here at MLP) double creme pups installed. It is a sonic monster...

Backstage · 08-06-2012, 02:31 AM

Yep, there are some really nice quilted and I enjoy seeing them but I wouldn't buy one.

LauriPaul · 08-06-2012, 09:36 AM

some of them are awesome.. not a fan of high graded quilt though

guitarnut_germany · 08-06-2012, 12:44 PM

that is just stunning

Seantk · 08-06-2012, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trmckn

Next to the vintage goldtop, it's the definition of "in poor taste", but just the same, it's one of my favorites. It's a Wildwood spec R9, and I really like the pups in it also...

I also have a quilt Wildwood Spec R9 (not the one in my avatar), it may the sister to yours!

08-04-2012, 05:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
guitarnut_germany Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 758 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	quilted R9s Hi guys, what do you think about quilted R9s? Would you buy one? Do you have one? Do you like them? Gibson seems to be bringing out some quilted ones lately....

08-04-2012, 06:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
kfowler8 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 2,054 Thanks: 18 Thanked 66 Times in 23 Posts	Re: quilted R9s I'm a quilt slut so if I could find a lefty, i'd e all over. I'm working on a 59 quilt build right now. lespaul01 likes this. __________________ Kevin "Never, ever, ever sell your gear...unless it's left handed and to me." The difference between me and a luthier is I know how to build something that looks like a guitar and has six strings. I have no idea how to build a good guitar. 1959 LP Replica Build #1 The Modern '59, PRS, and LP Builds #2, 3, & 4 Flying V Build #5

08-04-2012, 06:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
SKATTERBRANE Banned Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 21,441 Thanks: 603 Thanked 549 Times in 185 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Nope, not a fan on reissues. They are fine on other Les Pauls. deepblue, RAG7890, Fireproof and 1 others like this.

08-04-2012, 06:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
RBA Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Inside your mom Posts: 605 Thanks: 2 Thanked 22 Times in 13 Posts	Re: quilted R9s yes I would buy one, they look and sound incredible

08-04-2012, 06:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
rsrd Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Northern VA Posts: 603 Thanks: 14 Thanked 8 Times in 6 Posts	Re: quilted R9s sound incredible? not sure how quilt makes it sound better. Just go for the R8 or R7 or R0s unless you have money to burn. otherwise, I dont see the point in fancy tops.

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08-04-2012, 09:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
trmckn Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mid Atlantic Posts: 294 Thanks: 3 Thanked 60 Times in 14 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Quilt tops definitely aren't as "tasteful" as a good realistic burst with just the right amount of flame. Maybe that's why I like mine so much... Next to the vintage goldtop, it's the definition of "in poor taste", but just the same, it's one of my favorites. It's a Wildwood spec R9, and I really like the pups in it also... Cpt_Gonzo, RAG7890, guitarnut_germany and 5 others like this.

08-04-2012, 09:07 PM	#8 (permalink)
HOT-BRIT V.I.P. Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Miami Beach Posts: 19,346 Thanks: 87 Thanked 281 Times in 52 Posts	Re: quilted R9s its not original feature so goes against the whole point of being a reissue

08-04-2012, 09:20 PM	#9 (permalink)
Mark C Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 603 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Do not care for them on a Les Paul. It just looks wrong.

08-04-2012, 09:39 PM	#11 (permalink)
tspoon5150 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: LoneStar State Posts: 1,747 Thanks: 119 Thanked 59 Times in 13 Posts	Re: quilted R9s I don't own any, remain neutral on them, some look killer....... There was not any originals with quilt, but how close are the Re-Issues or Historic's anyway....... The newer Re-Issues are built on modern day platform, so I don't see any drawback in being accurate compared to the vintage ones...... RAG7890 likes this.

08-04-2012, 09:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
FUS44 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Burning in Hell Posts: 3,605 Thanks: 12 Thanked 12 Times in 4 Posts	Re: quilted R9s I've seen some I like. I would buy one if I had the 30 day period to make sure it was the one. Although gorgeous, I don't know if you'd be able to liquidate it quickly, w/o a loss, should you fall out of love. my 0.02.... __________________ "So how is school, Richard?" "The name is DICK."

08-04-2012, 09:57 PM	#13 (permalink)
CRobbins Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Southern California. Posts: 1,795 Thanks: 58 Thanked 20 Times in 11 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Some of the quilted tops are beautiful. It just depends on what you want in a reissue. __________________ Dont forget to boogie!

08-05-2012, 12:06 AM	#14 (permalink)
Sct13 Bartlett Retrospec Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Detroit Area MI Posts: 3,545 Thanks: 3 Thanked 49 Times in 21 Posts	Re: quilted R9s I am with Skatterbrane, not on a reissue....They look good otherwise, I do prefer the ABR bridge to the Nashville if we were talking about Standards. __________________ 03 Gibson LP R9 Flame: Washed Cherry 11 Gibson LP R9 Flame: Slow Iced Tea Fade 12 Gibson LP R8 Flame: Allman Burst 93 Strat Plus 95 Washburn XB100 Bass 08 Takamine G Elec/Acus 00 Jose L Posligo Guitares De Artisana 68 JMP Marshall 50 W Plexi 77 JMP Marshall 100 W 2203 09 Marshall Vintage Modern 50W Combo 13 MetroAmp 100w 1959 67 Traynor YGA1a "In the beginning, there was tone, and it was good."

08-05-2012, 04:31 AM	#15 (permalink)
Sharky Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Frankfurt/Main Germany Posts: 1,576 Thanks: 58 Thanked 16 Times in 6 Posts	Re: quilted R9s no, no and no __________________ currently GASing for a Dickey Betts Goldtop, an R7 Blacktop with a natural back or a CC #1 aged Moore/Greeny/Franks. Have one and wanna get rid of it? Shoot me a message ah, and my drinking team has a bowling problem

08-05-2012, 04:40 AM	#16 (permalink)
RAG7890 Bartlett Retrospec Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Australlia Posts: 2,718 Thanks: 244 Thanked 32 Times in 5 Posts	Re: quilted R9s I stuffed this.........will repost.

08-05-2012, 05:30 AM	#18 (permalink)
guitarnut_germany Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 758 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: quilted R9s thanks for your feedback guys the hunterburst (not a reissue but one legend of a guitar) was (is) a quilted one as well... The Steve Hunter Burst / Slash Burst / Pre-A.F.D. Era TRUTH REVEALED I think that looks pretty cool... (not sure if I am allowed to embed this image here.... if not I will remove it ...but it comes from the thread above anyway) pinefd and FUS44 like this.

08-05-2012, 06:02 AM	#19 (permalink)
harrie 0492 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 407 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 1 Post	Re: quilted R9s Its beautiful, but not on a R8, R9, R0, thats it.

08-05-2012, 09:03 AM	#20 (permalink)
Shawn Lutz Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 2,857 Thanks: 12 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: quilted R9s it really would depend on the quilt. Generally I would say no as I prefer flame over quilt 98% of the time. The ultimate answer to the question should help you decide, did Gibson use Quilt tops in 59? JMB1984 likes this. __________________ http://shawnlutz.com

08-05-2012, 02:36 PM	#21 (permalink)
JMB1984 Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,783 Thanks: 4 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: quilted R9s I tend to prefer flame too, but some quilt looks really nice. I wouldn't necessarily rule a quilt top out based on the historical accuracy factor if it were a phenomenal guitar. RAG7890 likes this.

08-05-2012, 05:23 PM	#22 (permalink)
pinefd V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 6,794 Thanks: 188 Thanked 467 Times in 46 Posts	Re: quilted R9s I generally prefer flametops. But when you own as many guitars as I do, a little variety can't hurt once in a while: Frank RAG7890, guitarnut_germany, lespaul01 and 1 others like this. __________________ Check out some of my personal gear at: Historic Les Paul Database http://histrungguitars.com/ Please visit my new HiStrung Guitars Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Histru...38001253029620

08-05-2012, 06:14 PM	#24 (permalink)
RUFFCUT Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 546 Thanks: 21 Thanked 12 Times in 4 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Frank, I usually love every guitar you post but, I don't do quilt. Even one as nice as that...

08-06-2012, 12:23 AM	#25 (permalink)
DPhillips Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Alaska Posts: 278 Thanks: 1 Thanked 9 Times in 4 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Depends on what you buy an R9 for. Did you purchase one to mimic an existing 1959, or because the R9's (or R whatevers) are constructed more like the originals than current Standard production? I bought my quilt because of the construction, the sound and looks. Since this pic was taken, I've had some Waterbrane (Skatterbrane here at MLP) double creme pups installed. It is a sonic monster... pinefd, RAG7890, guitarnut_germany and 2 others like this. __________________ I called to the Lord with all of my soul I could hear him rattle the chains on the door He couldn't get in, I could see he tried Through the shadows of the cage 'round the 40-watt light Mike Cooley, DBT

08-06-2012, 02:31 AM	#26 (permalink)
Backstage Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Germany Posts: 2,835 Thanks: 81 Thanked 21 Times in 7 Posts	Re: quilted R9s Yep, there are some really nice quilted and I enjoy seeing them but I wouldn't buy one.

08-06-2012, 09:36 AM	#27 (permalink)
LauriPaul Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Winters, TX Posts: 327 Thanks: 1 Thanked 7 Times in 4 Posts	Re: quilted R9s some of them are awesome.. not a fan of high graded quilt though guitarnut_germany and Seantk like this.

08-06-2012, 12:44 PM	#28 (permalink)
guitarnut_germany Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 758 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: quilted R9s that is just stunning

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