ObG LPR vs. Gibson Historic R8: decisions, decisions... - Page 2

diceman · 04-16-2008, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Lesterious Ways

Thanks! Having had some time with it I can honestly say I've had absolutely no second thoughts. Feckin' amazing guitar, and the first I've ever played that actually made me stop and wonder how the heck I sounded so good. Because I know what I sound like, and it's not that good!

It must be an amazing guitar - I'd like to get my hands on one someday. I'm still blown away and in love with the Elitist that I got from you (she sounds oh so good with the Vitamin Q caps, and plays amazing w/ a pro setup). Its hard to imagine a "step up!"

Lesterious Ways · 04-17-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Respole

great to have in the Orville club Mr Lesterious, now some pics!

Your wish = my command: Separated At Birth? Orville by Gibson vs Elitist (w/PICS!)

(and you haven't asked but yes, this is one of Villager's)

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Originally Posted by diceman

It must be an amazing guitar - I'd like to get my hands on one someday. I'm still blown away and in love with the Elitist that I got from you (she sounds oh so good with the Vitamin Q caps, and plays amazing w/ a pro setup). Its hard to imagine a "step up!"

Other than the finish and the fretboard binding, which are nice-to-haves but primarily cosmetic, I don't know that I'd call it a step up as such. Just that this one feels and sounds really right to me.

And now that you've recap'd, I couldn't say which I'd take in a blind test!

Respole · 04-17-2008, 06:12 AM

I recognise the gravel background anywhere Lesterious

hehe.

Hope you keep it forever

Its one of those oddities where the "lesser" brand is capable of matching it with the "heavyweight" parent brand.

I long for a 59R OBG as well...although I could....hmmm.........refinish the 57C goldtop into a plaintop les paul standard.

I agree, the fretedge bindings are cosmetic...but I don't feel complete without them hahahahaha......its all part of the history of the Les Paul. i got to have em!

If you are looking for another OBG reissue keep ur eyes peeled on www.digimart.net, you can find great OBGs from time to time. There's been a few interesting OBGs that have popped up in the 2 months. The stuff u can find there is amazing.

Lesterious Ways · 04-17-2008, 07:22 PM

digimart.net is like crack for japanese guitar fiends - I'm actually keeping an eye out for a white ObG Custom on behalf of a friend...

Respole · 04-18-2008, 04:53 AM

haha well said well said.

lifele55 · 04-22-2008, 01:19 AM

Any shipping experience with digimart??

Lesterious Ways · 04-22-2008, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by lifele55

Any shipping experience with digimart??

digimart is like the japanese gbase, so it'll be down to the individual store.

lifele55 · 04-22-2008, 09:33 PM

Yeah read it up and it is down to the stores... Urgh, more itch to get something now. Orville LPCs... where are you now..

Respole · 04-23-2008, 10:34 AM

dude i posted a link to an obg lpc reissue a few days ago! i did see an obg lpc at guitar 77 months ago though

vaibhav · 09-20-2008, 03:51 AM

OBG black beauty reissue and Navigator NLP 300 CTM

Hi

How's that Navigator NLP 300 black custom guitar tone wise compared to Gibsons Custom?
I'm getting a good deal on one but that has a weird shape of headstock. How much did you pay for it.

Thanks
Vaibhav ( India )

ikeyedyourcar8i · 09-20-2008, 04:41 PM

boys, boys.. Heres an opportunity to own a ObG LPR! Orville BY GIBSON Les Paul REISSUE 1959 ('59) *RARE!* - eBay (item 120307132840 end time Sep-27-08 22:03:06 PDT)

cant help but realize its the topic starter's twin

Lesterious Ways · 09-21-2008, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ikeyedyourcar8i

boys, boys.. Heres an opportunity to own a ObG LPR! Orville BY GIBSON Les Paul REISSUE 1959 ('59) *RARE!* - eBay (item 120307132840 end time Sep-27-08 22:03:06 PDT)

cant help but realize its the topic starter's twin

Yup. Only visible difference is the truss rod cover.

And the honeymoon is still going here. Taking a flyer on that ObG is one of the best gear decisions I've ever made.

vaibhav · 09-24-2008, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Respole

The natives are restless, bring the idol out

OBG goldtop reissue

OBG black beauty reissue and Navigator NLP 300 CTM

Hi

How's the tone of Navigator N-LP 300 compared to Gibson LP standard and customs ?
I'm planning to buy one which has a carved Mahogany tone but that's the only issue. Please suggest.

04-17-2008, 06:12 AM	#33 (permalink)
Respole Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Australia, Malaysia Posts: 42 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: ObG LPR vs. Gibson Historic R8: decisions, decisions... I recognise the gravel background anywhere Lesterious hehe. Hope you keep it forever Its one of those oddities where the "lesser" brand is capable of matching it with the "heavyweight" parent brand. I long for a 59R OBG as well...although I could....hmmm.........refinish the 57C goldtop into a plaintop les paul standard. I agree, the fretedge bindings are cosmetic...but I don't feel complete without them hahahahaha......its all part of the history of the Les Paul. i got to have em! If you are looking for another OBG reissue keep ur eyes peeled on www.digimart.net, you can find great OBGs from time to time. There's been a few interesting OBGs that have popped up in the 2 months. The stuff u can find there is amazing. __________________ What is a Les Paul? Anything thats sounds like one regardless of headstock name.

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Lesterious Ways Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 112 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: ObG LPR vs. Gibson Historic R8: decisions, decisions... digimart.net is like crack for japanese guitar fiends - I'm actually keeping an eye out for a white ObG Custom on behalf of a friend...

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04-23-2008, 10:34 AM	#39 (permalink)
Respole Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Australia, Malaysia Posts: 42 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: ObG LPR vs. Gibson Historic R8: decisions, decisions... dude i posted a link to an obg lpc reissue a few days ago! i did see an obg lpc at guitar 77 months ago though __________________ What is a Les Paul? Anything thats sounds like one regardless of headstock name.

09-20-2008, 03:51 AM	#40 (permalink)
vaibhav Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 149 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: ObG LPR vs. Gibson Historic R8: decisions, decisions... OBG black beauty reissue and Navigator NLP 300 CTM Hi How's that Navigator NLP 300 black custom guitar tone wise compared to Gibsons Custom? I'm getting a good deal on one but that has a weird shape of headstock. How much did you pay for it. Thanks Vaibhav ( India ) __________________ Peace n' Harmony VaMi http://www.youtube.com/Vaibhav8584 - '96 MIJ Navigator N-LP-380 LTD '59 replica, '79 MIJ Navigator Standard - Carvin DC400, Fender American Deluxe - Fender Custom Shop Custom Deluxe - Taylor 714CE - Fuchs TDS 50, Victoria Regal 2, Kendrick Gusher Combo amp, Vintone Ikiku (Dumble Clone), Carvin Legacy, Fender Deluxe II (Rivera) - Tone Tubby 2x12 H-Bomb Cab - Port City 2x12 Wave Cab

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ikeyedyourcar8i Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 156 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: ObG LPR vs. Gibson Historic R8: decisions, decisions... boys, boys.. Heres an opportunity to own a ObG LPR! Orville BY GIBSON Les Paul REISSUE 1959 ('59) RARE! - eBay (item 120307132840 end time Sep-27-08 22:03:06 PDT) cant help but realize its the topic starter's twin

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