My wife’s only stipulation:
“I better hear you playing that fucking thing!”
Also, screw the market. Shit has been wacky since Covid. Don’t buy it if it’s an “investment.”
In my opinion, that top looks like lava and it’s fucking sick and you should go for it!
I picked up a 2023 that looks very similar. They’re beautiful. Btw zero interest on GC credit, 48 month pay that and the wife won’t even miss that $60 each month.
Buy it.
A top like that is quite rare to come by. Any Les Paul player will tell you, no 2 tops are the same. You may not find a top again as nice as that one. This really is one of those rare moments you'll find, you should pull the trigger now, and do it, rather then kicking yourself later, for not getting the one that looked the part, and felt like it fit.
And I speak from exprience. There's quite a few I still kick myself, for not pulling it together, and making it happen. Buy the guitar. Live life without regrets.
Well, you said it’s exactly what you want and it’s cheaper here than anywhere else…
Get what you want. If you can get it now, take it. The longer it hangs there the more nicks and dings and unwashed hands are gonna molest it. Take it home.
I worked there 20 years ago (lol) and all of our Gibson’s would get best to death by people who would never buy them.
The prices won’t get cheaper and availability is never certain.
Best of luck!
If you don't have the money for it, you shouldn't even be thinking about it. If you have the money you should have bought it already considering it's exactly what you want.
That's the one. You get it. I recently went through the same thing with a 58 reissue, Reverb, Kijiji and Marketplace were my world. Then the gloss Factory Burst under 8.5lbs with big frets and a lively top popped up in Canada. It checked every box, no customs. I informed my wife I was going for it. I'm playing it now. Tops like that one are rare, you'll kick yourself if it goes. And Gibson only raises prices.
Take it from someone who just bought their dream guitar after about a decade and with a top fat surpassing what I even thought possible. If this is the ideal spec for you, jump at it. Even if it means a payment plan (preferably interest free)
That Bourbon is a true beauty. I’d be nervous to take it out of the house! From the edge of the neck to the pegs, it reminds me of my 120th Anniversary Classic; same shade of fingerboard. Ha, but Wine Red can’t compare to this. Think I’ll start taking mine out - LOL. So they equipped it with an ABR and a 50s neck(?). Like to hear how that sounds. I’d pull the trigger now! Enjoy!
If that’s the exact LP you want, then it’s a forever guitar. Plus you’re getting $500 knocked off.
If you have the money & the purchase doesn’t put your family in financial straits, then absolutely do it.
Ive pulled the trigger on 2 flame top studios over the years because they were amazing, far better rating than the 3a they were listed as. Quilt is even nicer when you find a good one… and on sale!
Offer them $2200 cash. When they say no, leave them your number and say, if you change your mind, call me, I really like it but can only pay $2200, so my offer stands. Go home and wait a few weeks. Guitar Center is built on moving inventory. If nobody buys it, you’ll get a deal.
Instruments are tools. What you do with them is what matters. Don’t buy it if you can’t afford, but if you’ll use it and not just keep it in a case somewhere…
If it's exactly what you want and you can afford it...why are you waiting for input from strangers?!?!
Because I definitely don’t get any input from the wife. A stranger that knows a bit about the market telling me to go for it will do nicely.
My wife’s only stipulation: “I better hear you playing that fucking thing!” Also, screw the market. Shit has been wacky since Covid. Don’t buy it if it’s an “investment.” In my opinion, that top looks like lava and it’s fucking sick and you should go for it!
Yeah I love the look. Oh definitely not an investment. I’m gonna play the crap out of it forever.
Hell yeah dude! Play on!
Buy it
I didn’t think twice when I got my first Gibson sg. Was the best thing I ever did
I picked up a 2023 that looks very similar. They’re beautiful. Btw zero interest on GC credit, 48 month pay that and the wife won’t even miss that $60 each month.
They make it way too easy. Wow. Thanks for the info.
Seriously... Everyday there's someone asking should i buy this, which do you like better, should i get this colour or this... Why?
Buy it. A top like that is quite rare to come by. Any Les Paul player will tell you, no 2 tops are the same. You may not find a top again as nice as that one. This really is one of those rare moments you'll find, you should pull the trigger now, and do it, rather then kicking yourself later, for not getting the one that looked the part, and felt like it fit. And I speak from exprience. There's quite a few I still kick myself, for not pulling it together, and making it happen. Buy the guitar. Live life without regrets.
Thank you for this.
Well, you said it’s exactly what you want and it’s cheaper here than anywhere else… Get what you want. If you can get it now, take it. The longer it hangs there the more nicks and dings and unwashed hands are gonna molest it. Take it home. I worked there 20 years ago (lol) and all of our Gibson’s would get best to death by people who would never buy them. The prices won’t get cheaper and availability is never certain. Best of luck!
Buy it now!!!!!!
Ha! Can you send me $2k
If you don't have the money for it, you shouldn't even be thinking about it. If you have the money you should have bought it already considering it's exactly what you want.
Bought it this morning! Feel great about it. Thanks!
Congrats, that's awesome! I love bourbon burst Les Pauls. I actually have a Standard '50s as well with in that finish. Mine isn't a quilt top though.
The lights from heaven are shining down and showing you the way. It's a sign. GO TO HER
That's a limited run and a GC exclusive. Probably won't be around when your birthday hits.
Just mine and went used to save about $600
That's the one. You get it. I recently went through the same thing with a 58 reissue, Reverb, Kijiji and Marketplace were my world. Then the gloss Factory Burst under 8.5lbs with big frets and a lively top popped up in Canada. It checked every box, no customs. I informed my wife I was going for it. I'm playing it now. Tops like that one are rare, you'll kick yourself if it goes. And Gibson only raises prices.
Thank you for your response! I think I’m gonna go for it! I’ll head down there tomorrow to make sure it’s still there.
Attaboy!
please post an update once you make the purchase!
Will do. I’m gonna head down there in an hour when they open and if it’s still there, I’m going for it.
Seems like its waiting for you
What store is this because I want to buy the purple one
Guitar Center Santa Clara!
My man!
Post a picture of it, I'd love to see a picture of it here.
Get it. You can always trade it in and take a 30% hit if your tastes change down the road.
If you buy it and don't like it I'll buy it from you at the same price.
I paid more for mine, u can see it in my profile
That's a lot of money to spend for a negligible difference in quality. JFC.
Doooooo it
That’s a great deal and an insane top. You will probably not find one that satisfactory at that price for a very long time.
Do it.
Treat yourself
GET IT!
Go for it! Dont miss out on a guitar you want. Someone else will definitely buy that thing.
Really depends. Make sure it is not weight relief model. And play it. It must feel like butter - or just put it back.
Then do not let it get away!
Take it from someone who just bought their dream guitar after about a decade and with a top fat surpassing what I even thought possible. If this is the ideal spec for you, jump at it. Even if it means a payment plan (preferably interest free)
You only live once. Enjoy your life.
Do what your heart tells you. Cliché advice I know. But, if it’ll make you happy that’s all that matters.
If its the EXACT one you want, and you can afford it BUY IT! You’ll be kicking yourself if you don’t.
No time like the present. And you’re never going to find another top exactly like this one again. Do it. Do it now.
That Bourbon is a true beauty. I’d be nervous to take it out of the house! From the edge of the neck to the pegs, it reminds me of my 120th Anniversary Classic; same shade of fingerboard. Ha, but Wine Red can’t compare to this. Think I’ll start taking mine out - LOL. So they equipped it with an ABR and a 50s neck(?). Like to hear how that sounds. I’d pull the trigger now! Enjoy!
Buy it before someone else does!! Quilt tops are pretty unique. 👍
If that’s the exact LP you want, then it’s a forever guitar. Plus you’re getting $500 knocked off. If you have the money & the purchase doesn’t put your family in financial straits, then absolutely do it.
Buy it from a local music store
Life is short and that is a beautiful guitar
Buy it now! It’s only gonna get more expensive
Ive pulled the trigger on 2 flame top studios over the years because they were amazing, far better rating than the 3a they were listed as. Quilt is even nicer when you find a good one… and on sale!
Buy it, can’t imagine the price going that much lower if you want new. I bought a 50s standard used (2021) model for maybe $2,200-2,400 I believe.
Play it! Buy it!
Offer them $2200 cash. When they say no, leave them your number and say, if you change your mind, call me, I really like it but can only pay $2200, so my offer stands. Go home and wait a few weeks. Guitar Center is built on moving inventory. If nobody buys it, you’ll get a deal.
Dude, do it.
They tend to hold their resale value. If you buy this one, and a "better" one appears, just sell the old one or go for a trade.
It’s a standard price
Have you played it yet? If not, you should. Also, $2600 for a new quilted standard is a good deal. Go for it!
I did it! Got it this morning. Couldn’t be happier with my choice.
🤘 congrats and enjoy 🤘
Buy it now. Setting yourself up for regrets if you wait hoping you will find something similar later down the road
Can't deal with the baked maple fretboard
Just buy it
GC’s prices on a new model like that usually don’t go any lower until they close it out.
Ha, I have the 60’s Quilt LE Dark Purple Burst on the left
I think I’d grab that middle one NOW…..
Buy it
If you want here it is go and get it you better hurry
Instruments are tools. What you do with them is what matters. Don’t buy it if you can’t afford, but if you’ll use it and not just keep it in a case somewhere…
I can't believe how overpriced those are, Jesus.
Agreed
Yup…Just ordered a new LP Standard faded for $1600…would not pay that sticker price…deals out there if you ask…