Melody Maker with P90?

koen · 07-25-2008, 09:37 AM

Hi,

I recently ready about the Gibson Melody Maker with the P90 element. Unfortunately this is no more available in stores (AFAIK), and Gibson now makes one without a P90 element.

Anyone knows if the MM *with* a P90 element is still available? Or, if I buy the newer one, and just replace the element, would that be the same, or are there more differences?

Thanks.

TheWellGoodShow · 07-25-2008, 09:45 AM

does the joan jett model have one?

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 09:51 AM

joan jetts sig model runs a burstbucker 3. you could get one of those and put a P94 or a duncan phat cat in its place.

TheWellGoodShow · 07-25-2008, 09:53 AM

ah, didnt have a clear look at what they had, was just wondering if they had them.

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 09:54 AM

yep, they're cool lookin.

captain tightpants · 07-25-2008, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koen

Hi,

I recently ready about the Gibson Melody Maker with the P90 element. Unfortunately this is no more available in stores (AFAIK), and Gibson now makes one without a P90 element.

Anyone knows if the MM *with* a P90 element is still available? Or, if I buy the newer one, and just replace the element, would that be the same, or are there more differences?

Thanks.

Wecome!!

The older P-90 loaded MM is discontinued, your best bet for finding one of those is E-bay.

To replace the pickup in the current MM, you are going to have to route the body to accept a P-90. I'd say DJ's got the best idea, get the Joan Jett and replace it with a 'bucker sized P-90.

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 10:13 AM

apparently there were only 300 joan jetts made though, might be slim.

captain tightpants · 07-25-2008, 10:19 AM

I didn't know that, that sucks!

koen · 07-25-2008, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djwilbanks

apparently there were only 300 joan jetts made though, might be slim.

And the JJ model is twice as expensive too

I'll keep an eye on ebay and craigslist. Thanks.

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 11:52 AM

I know I want one! Guess i'll have to settle for that Avril Lavigne Telecaster

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koen

And the JJ model is twice as expensive too

I'll keep an eye on ebay and craigslist. Thanks.

yeah, y'know epiphone made some MIJ lp specials (like the gibsons) that you can nab on ebay for like 500USD or so. I think there an auction link in the epiphone forums to one right now.

koen · 07-25-2008, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djwilbanks

I know I want one! Guess i'll have to settle for that Avril Lavigne Telecaster

I already have a Tele

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 12:14 PM

lucky....y'know, I bet you could route out the body pretty easily... treat it like a strat and just route it too wide and cover it with the pickguard and if you use a soapbar p90 mount it to the body or a dog ear'd p90 to the pickguard.

koen · 07-25-2008, 12:44 PM

Yeah, just saw this link: Gibson Melody Maker with mods! - The Gear Page

singlecut · 07-25-2008, 01:20 PM

i've got a nice old 59 melody maker that had been routed for a humbucker.
i replaced that with an old p-90 and it is just 1 fantastic guitar.
at the time i had 2 single cut jr's and a double ,all vintage.
this lil old melody maker kicked their ass's.
if you find an old 1, you can't go wrong.i've had a few of the new 1's thru here, not bad, but nothing like a vintage 1. kept them for a little while and passed them on.
the designer series from the 80's are very nice ,although they have a humbucker, and they are as well a much better guitar than the new 1's

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 01:48 PM

I'd like to get my grubby paws on a new melody maker and mod the crap out of it. I just don't like the minimalist headstock, so its at the bottom of my GAS list.

captain tightpants · 07-25-2008, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djwilbanks

I'd like to get my grubby paws on a new melody maker and mod the crap out of it. I just don't like the minimalist headstock, so its at the bottom of my GAS list.

Me, too, but I actually love that headstock. I'm seriously thinking one of those is going to be my next fiddle purchase.

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 02:42 PM

I'd just add the horns back to the headstock and it'd be right as rain.hmm...

djwilbanks · 07-25-2008, 02:48 PM

I wonder how hard that would be.

koen · 07-25-2008, 02:49 PM

BTW, I find it pretty amazing that these are US made Gibsons sold new for < $400.

stryker59 · 07-26-2008, 09:29 AM

they are discontinued as loosepants said....i came across an 05 in a va beach music store and snatched up! it is a great plyin, great soundin guitar!

koen · 07-29-2008, 02:00 PM

Besides the element and pickguard (or lack thereof) are there any other significant differences between the two MM re-issues? Or to phrase it differently, should I keep looking for the older re-issue or just go ahead and buy the newer one. If the quality of the hardware is similar, I may just do that. I can always replace the element myself if needed.

stryker59 · 07-29-2008, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koen

Besides the element and pickguard (or lack thereof) are there any other significant differences between the two MM re-issues? Or to phrase it differently, should I keep looking for the older re-issue or just go ahead and buy the newer one. If the quality of the hardware is similar, I may just do that. I can always replace the element myself if needed.

the biggest difference are the pickups, the newer ones have the single coils. not sure if they changed the neck profile or not!

stryker59 · 07-29-2008, 02:55 PM

some updated pics of mine:

koen · 08-09-2008, 03:48 PM

Just got myself a new Melody Maker (without the P90). I tried two different models in the store, and there was actually a big difference in weight. I bought the heavier one. The element is set up really close to the strings, so it is really loud. But it plays really nice and sounds great through a Fender Tweed Deluxe.

I am thinking about swapping the element out for the highly recommended P90. Is this an easy job to do myself? I'd appreciate any experiences anyone like to share. Thanks!

singlecut · 08-09-2008, 04:13 PM

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koen Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East of the Mississippi Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Melody Maker with P90? Hi, I recently ready about the Gibson Melody Maker with the P90 element. Unfortunately this is no more available in stores (AFAIK), and Gibson now makes one without a P90 element. Anyone knows if the MM with a P90 element is still available? Or, if I buy the newer one, and just replace the element, would that be the same, or are there more differences? Thanks.

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djwilbanks V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: NE Arkansas Posts: 3,610 Thanks: 21 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Melody Maker with P90? lucky....y'know, I bet you could route out the body pretty easily... treat it like a strat and just route it too wide and cover it with the pickguard and if you use a soapbar p90 mount it to the body or a dog ear'd p90 to the pickguard.

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koen Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East of the Mississippi Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Melody Maker with P90? Yeah, just saw this link: Gibson Melody Maker with mods! - The Gear Page __________________ kind, overfed rant

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singlecut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: N.H. Posts: 665 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Melody Maker with P90? i've got a nice old 59 melody maker that had been routed for a humbucker. i replaced that with an old p-90 and it is just 1 fantastic guitar. at the time i had 2 single cut jr's and a double ,all vintage. this lil old melody maker kicked their ass's. if you find an old 1, you can't go wrong.i've had a few of the new 1's thru here, not bad, but nothing like a vintage 1. kept them for a little while and passed them on. the designer series from the 80's are very nice ,although they have a humbucker, and they are as well a much better guitar than the new 1's __________________ LOOKING FOR OWNERS OF K/T and TONY NOBLES REPLICA LES PAULS "I DON'T MAKE THE RULES , I JUST ENFORCE THEM"

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djwilbanks V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: NE Arkansas Posts: 3,610 Thanks: 21 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Melody Maker with P90? I'd like to get my grubby paws on a new melody maker and mod the crap out of it. I just don't like the minimalist headstock, so its at the bottom of my GAS list. __________________ Click here to find out about the Roman Rist Custom we're giving away! No. 1: Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plus Top Vintage Sunburst No. 2: Custom "Amalgacaster" (under construction) Acoustics: Ibanez AW35 Fender DG-8 "Wherever I go, chaos follows after."

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djwilbanks V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: NE Arkansas Posts: 3,610 Thanks: 21 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Melody Maker with P90? I'd just add the horns back to the headstock and it'd be right as rain.hmm... __________________ Click here to find out about the Roman Rist Custom we're giving away! No. 1: Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plus Top Vintage Sunburst No. 2: Custom "Amalgacaster" (under construction) Acoustics: Ibanez AW35 Fender DG-8 "Wherever I go, chaos follows after."

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stryker59 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: staunton, va Posts: 2,219 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Melody Maker with P90? they are discontinued as loosepants said....i came across an 05 in a va beach music store and snatched up! it is a great plyin, great soundin guitar! __________________ *you've been weighed, measured, and found wanting!*

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koen Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East of the Mississippi Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Melody Maker with P90? Besides the element and pickguard (or lack thereof) are there any other significant differences between the two MM re-issues? Or to phrase it differently, should I keep looking for the older re-issue or just go ahead and buy the newer one. If the quality of the hardware is similar, I may just do that. I can always replace the element myself if needed. __________________ kind, overfed rant

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stryker59 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: staunton, va Posts: 2,219 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Melody Maker with P90? some updated pics of mine: __________________ *you've been weighed, measured, and found wanting!*

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koen Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: East of the Mississippi Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Melody Maker with P90? Just got myself a new Melody Maker (without the P90). I tried two different models in the store, and there was actually a big difference in weight. I bought the heavier one. The element is set up really close to the strings, so it is really loud. But it plays really nice and sounds great through a Fender Tweed Deluxe. I am thinking about swapping the element out for the highly recommended P90. Is this an easy job to do myself? I'd appreciate any experiences anyone like to share. Thanks! __________________ kind, overfed rant