Greg B. Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 BFG=Billy F Gibbons??!! Avoid playing the amplifier at a volume setting high enough to produce a distorted sound through the speaker-Fender Guitar Course-1966 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 First, I think it's a cool looking guitar but more importantly, it's the first LP I've seen already setup as I'd like it, with a neck P-90 and a Burstbucker in the bridge. I'm sure I can't afford it now, but I'm gonna try to get one soon if it's comfortable to play. Originally posted by BATarzan: ...as for the kill switch, it would be useful for some people. the first thing i would do is move the "knob" from the kill switch to the selector. allowing free arm movement without fear of hitting the kill switch by accident... That's how it's wired already. According to the website the kill switch is in the selector spot with the actual selector toggle in place of the missing pot. BTW - According to their search function, the BFG web pages were last modified on 10/27/06. As I didn't see them last week when I was searching through LP listings for 490R/498T p'up combations on various models I'd say it was just announced. Couldn't find an actual announcement though. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted October 31, 2006 Author Share Posted October 31, 2006 no Neil, you missunderstood me.the selector switch has no plastic knob on the switch, and the kill switch does, so i would unscrew the knob from the kill switch and screw it on the selector back by the controls.then there would be less chance of hitting the Kill switch with only the metal threaded stump sticking up. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitar Geezer Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 It apparently is a "Signature" model, tho I don't recognize the player oar Band, so It prolly will not be as inexpensive as the faded ones But I could sure go for the 60 slim taper neck and the 90/burstbucker Lynn G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Fraser Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 <then there would be less chance of hitting the Kill switch with only the metal threaded stump sticking up.>> And this is, what, a desirable "feature"? They intend to sell it with a knob missing? Man, do I feel old!Thanks, but no thanks. Obviously I'm not trendy enough. Scott Fraser Scott Fraser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 it is only a little detail that i wouldn't fret over.i like the basic design.i would pickup a truss rod cover and extra knob and gold colored top hat knobs and sand the top and rub a little nitro on there and TADA! ....i like it and it is apparently cheap enough for dudes like me. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GDking Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 I think the BFG is is butt ugly.. What is gibson gonna do next just slap strings on a tree and call it "the most raw, primitive guitar Gibson has ever built"? I think it is just marketing for taking 5 less steps out of the building process and charging full price. If it is well under a grand I can see buying it and refinning it yourself for a neat guitar, but usually with gibson they charge a premium price for unfinished crap like this. This is an uninished, unbound, no fret markers LP deluxe and I would bet it is the same price or more. If it is really cheap I take all this stuff back but I doubt it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudcat Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 After much deliberation, I have decided I like this guitar. The only change I would make is including a mounting ring for the Burstbucker. I don't like the idea of accidentally slicing into one of the pick-up coils and destroying the thing. I wouldn't mind seeing a truss-rod cover, but that is more about aesthetics. Mudcat's music on Soundclick "Work hard. Rock hard. Eat hard. Sleep hard. Grow big. Wear glasses if you need 'em."-The Webb Wilder Credo- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Originally posted by Guitarzan: no Neil, you missunderstood me. the selector switch has no plastic knob on the switch, and the kill switch does, so i would unscrew the knob from the kill switch and screw it on the selector back by the controls. then there would be less chance of hitting the Kill switch with only the metal threaded stump sticking up. I see... But I think you misunderstand Gibson. The switch in the normal p'up selector position (the kill switch) is a normal Gibson toggle. The actual p'up selector on these guitars is a mini-toggle. It's not missing the cap if there web page can be trusted. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 in the specs it mentions the selector is a 3 way switch without the "knob". ELECTRONICSNeck Pickups: P-90Bridge Pickups: Burstbucker 3 Zebra HumbuckerControls: Two volume, one tone, pickup select toggle (no washer or knob), kill switch toggle (no washer) http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephyr Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 I feel very dumb asking this, but what the hell does the kill switch do anyway? Never argue with an idiot. They'll bring you down to their level and beat you with experience. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=810593 http://www.myspace.com/dandelavega Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 It opens the circuit, effectively turning off the guitar. Kill switches can be used to quickly stutter a sustained note or chord or to mute your guitar rather than roll back the volume knob(s). It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephyr Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Ah ha, ya know, i read an article with Tom Morello saying that he utilizes the same type if idea but turns the volume on the pickup hes not using off and switches between that and his active pickup. Never argue with an idiot. They'll bring you down to their level and beat you with experience. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=810593 http://www.myspace.com/dandelavega Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Originally posted by Guitarzan: in the specs it mentions the selector is a 3 way switch without the "knob". ELECTRONICS Neck Pickups: P-90 Bridge Pickups: Burstbucker 3 Zebra Humbucker Controls: Two volume, one tone, pickup select toggle (no washer or knob), kill switch toggle (no washer) I see. They call it a "mini-toggle" in the sidebar text. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 yeah, i read it like you at first , then noticed it was actually a reg toggle in the specs. gotta like the confusing info. it is all clear as mud now Neil. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitar Geezer Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 SO has anyone seen any Sugg List or street Price?I haven't....yet. Lynn G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 i tried a google and found nothing, no announcments on HC news either. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Originally posted by Guitarzan: yeah, i read it like you at first , then noticed it was actually a reg toggle in the specs. gotta like the confusing info. it is all clear as mud now Neil. Six. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darklava Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Cool i'd like mine in amber please The story of life is quicker then the blink of an eye, the story of love is hello, goodbye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted November 1, 2006 Share Posted November 1, 2006 Hey boys! I was unable to get through to Gibson Customer Support (new phone system isn't switching over for after hours support. ) so I held for a while to ask another dept. to connect me with one of my buddies up there. I was on hold to where he was most certainly gone, but the dealer staffer I spoke to was kind enough to answer some questions. First, MSRP is very reasonable. Despite his supplying the info I get the feeling it isn't set in stone, so I won't post it here. PM me if you're interested. I asked when it would be available at the Gibson Showcase or GC here in Nashville. He said it depends (of course) on the merchandisers as to if and how many they order, but it should hit the street around Christmas time. Sounds like a bit of a wait but when you think about it, that's barely 6 1/2 weeks away to the holiday. He said he'd laid hands on the instrument but hadn't the opportunity to plug it in yet. I don't remember seeing this listed, but he mentioned it's chambered! Cool! I, for one, can't wait! Five.. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 Originally posted by Darklava: Cool i'd like mine in amber please http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 1, 2006 Author Share Posted November 1, 2006 Originally posted by fantasticsound: Hey boys! I was unable to get through to Gibson Customer Support (new phone system isn't switching over for after hours support. ) so I held for a while to ask another dept. to connect me with one of my buddies up there. I was on hold to where he was most certainly gone, but the dealer staffer I spoke to was kind enough to answer some questions. First, MSRP is very reasonable. Despite his supplying the info I get the feeling it isn't set in stone, so I won't post it here. PM me if you're interested. I asked when it would be available at the Gibson Showcase or GC here in Nashville. He said it depends (of course) on the merchandisers as to if and how many they order, but it should hit the street around Christmas time. Sounds like a bit of a wait but when you think about it, that's barely 6 1/2 weeks away to the holiday. He said he'd laid hands on the instrument but hadn't the opportunity to plug it in yet. I don't remember seeing this listed, but he mentioned it's chambered! Cool! I, for one, can't wait! Five.. cool Neil. it really sounds good now. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 2, 2006 Author Share Posted November 2, 2006 here is more info on gibson's site.if you can get past the screaming you can get a couple of good looks at it in action on the video. BFG the top looks better in the vids than in the pics. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdrs Posted November 2, 2006 Share Posted November 2, 2006 in spite of the "naysayers" I continue to think that this axe looks cool. It has a unique appearance, yet is still a genuine Gibby LP. And the combination of the P-90 and the hot humbucker is a good idea. I love the tone of a neck P-90, and a bridge humbucker.....both are amoungst my favorite guitar tones. This axe combines them in one package. It's one bad$ss ugly duckling..... Don "There once was a note, Pure and Easy. Playing so free, like a breath rippling by." http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=574296 http://www.myspace.com/imdrs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 2, 2006 Author Share Posted November 2, 2006 i am with you on this Don.it is one bad ass geetar in my humble opinion. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 2, 2006 Author Share Posted November 2, 2006 "ONLY FROM GIBSON, ONLY FROM GIBSON..ARGHHHHHH" i like the lyrics! http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Madness Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 Pricing is out! $969 here . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdrs Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 Hummmmm..... Trans Black..... I feel a G.A.S. attack coming on..... Don "There once was a note, Pure and Easy. Playing so free, like a breath rippling by." http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=574296 http://www.myspace.com/imdrs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitarzan Posted November 7, 2006 Author Share Posted November 7, 2006 buy me one and send your inlaws. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=193274 rock it, i will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdrs Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 Originally posted by Guitarzan: buy me one and send your inlaws. Can I get that in writing? How about if I send my brother in law as well??? Don "There once was a note, Pure and Easy. Playing so free, like a breath rippling by." http://www.soundclick.com/bands/pagemusic.cfm?bandID=574296 http://www.myspace.com/imdrs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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