Archie090612
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prs custom 24 vs gibson les Paul supreme
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
I've gone through all of the Gibson LP high end models for many years, including one of the first issued Supremes. They are indeed beautiful guitars, but I found the neck just a wee bit too thin, and I found that I didn't care for the back of the body being arched. It put the guitar into a strange position while playing standing up for me.
As far as the PRS being in showroom condition, if you already own it, I would play it and enjoy it. I've been playing for over 59 years, and still play live. One thing I've learned is that I will never buy a guitar and keep it in the case, only to sell it off later on. First off, why would I spend top dollar for a brand new piece, store it in pristine condition, and then sell it at a loss, only so that someone else can get a great deal on it and take it out an play and enjoy it?
Honest wear is not the same as intentionally not taking care of a guitar. Poodoo (star wars language) occurs while playing, and this is totally normal. I've had guitars that get swirl marks, little tiny dings to the guitar, and of course, worn frets and worn rosewood fret board marks and divots. While I was brought up to respect my gear by my parents, one cannot expect a played and enjoyed guitar not to show signs of that enjoyment.
if you have a very special PRS, and have not been able to find a similar one, just play the one you have and maybe, after awhile you will either come across another PRS that you like and desire equally as well, or maybe even decide to have a private stock built.
I have never owned a PRS, and where I live, I have only been able to play two S2 guitars. Still, I ordered a private stock and went through the wood choosing, etc. over the phone while Paul Reed Smith, and my dealer were in the ps vault. It was an exciting experience for me, even though I was not able to be in the vault at that time. I can tell you that I plan to play this guitar out in bars and wherever, and not worry about it's condition getting altered by honest wear, and enjoyment. In the end, it is a guitar and meant to be played and enjoyed.
Good luck in your search for another PRS, and happy holidays.
One thing I've learned is that I will never buy a guitar and keep it in the case, only to sell it off later on. First off, why would I spend top dollar for a brand new piece, store it in pristine condition, and then sell it at a loss, only so that someone else can get a great deal on it and take it out an play and enjoy it?
I just spent a couple of hours trying my one out and comparing it to a couple of other guitars I have it does have some nice tones I will admit. Might have to consider keeping her and selling one of my to les Paul's as it's nice to have a bit variety I supose.
What amps are you guys running your prs with ?
This is just my opinion but Gibson guitars don't hold a candle to PRS. I've had a few and they all went away.
If you are comparing "production" Gibsons, I agree with your statement. If you are comparing Gibson custom shop especially those made 2013+, I respectfully disagree. PRS guitars are incredible and consistent, but every custom shop Les Paul I've played since 2013, and many prior, are also incredible and consistent.
Hi 11top
How would you compare PRS private stock against GIbson Custom shop? Which is better build wise and quality control?
I've never played a custom shop Gibson so I have to take your word for it.
I do feel that any manufacturer that puts out a product should at least put out a product that doesn't need attention right off the bat. My last LP classic didn't stay in tune very well and didn't intonate very well.
I would liken it to buying a new 20,000 car but having to tune it up and put new tires on it or buying a new 50,000 car to avoid that.
A PRS SE should be ready to go the second you pay for it.
I have a 2004 les Paul supreme ebony and a les Paul custom shop tree of life I think the it's a 2007 but I could be wrong by a year.If you are comparing "production" Gibsons, I agree with your statement. If you are comparing Gibson custom shop especially those made 2013+, I respectfully disagree. PRS guitars are incredible and consistent, but every custom shop Les Paul I've played since 2013, and many prior, are also incredible and consistent.
Fair enough.I don't disagree. I didn't want to say I wouldn't buy a production shop Gibson because 1) I don't want to appear snobbish , and 2) there are some good production Gibsons. However, I'd never buy a production Gibson without inspecting it and playing it first. On the other hand, I'd buy a Custom Shop LP starting in 2013 and beyond because I've played a bunch and they are consistently good. That said, PRS is consistently top notch across all its lines. Nobody makes a quality production instrument like these guys.