Recent content by hewasalonelyghost

Well, I took a right turn. I ended up getting a 490/498 set on Reverb for a steal. I've got an LP Custom already, so...they're a known quantity, that I like a lot. shrug. Kept project costs down, which I also like.

I love the antiquities! Personal favorite pickups for me, as well. I’ve got them in my explorer. I also love the ‘59’s. The DiMarzio PAFs are just a set that I’ve been interested in for awhile, and the price is awesome! Sounds like we are of the same mind about the antiquities though!

Thanks for your reply! I'll check out those mannmade conversions. Functionally, the current tailpiece is great. I am strictly tempted by this idea of converting to gold hardware...but I am balking at spending $125-200 on a tailpiece. I've always liked the idea and look of the simple ToM...

Hi all, I am interested in doing some 245 upgrades, myself. I am new here, and don't know if it's better to jump into this existing 245 upgrades thread, or start my own, so I apologize if it's inappropriate to post here! Like virtually everyone else that has one, I love my 245. I have had it...