marshall1987
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A while back there was a spirited discussion on another popular LPF Pub regarding the acoustic resonance of Gibson Custom Shop guitars. Especially those constructed with hide glue such as the 2015 True Historic series of Les Pauls. Norlin era guitars did not appear to receive any scrutiny within the large number of posts to this thread.
I held back discussing the perceived acoustic resonance of my 1970 Les Paul Deluxe since it was not relevant within the scope of the discussions. However, after comparing the acoustic resonance of my 1970 Deluxe with some of my more recent Historic Les Pauls, I came to the conclusion that it trumped all of them in this comparison. Not even close. :dude:
My "lowly" 1970 deluxe :bh exhibited a much stronger primary tone, sustain, and vibration than any of my Historics. It really feels alive when I strum it. I attribute this to the very stiff 3-piece mahogany neck (w/ small volute) and possibly even the dreaded "pancake" body. She even has the transitional neck tenon and nylon saddles. The mahogany is primo select quality grade A, and the lacquer finish is professionally applied. It's a gorgeous guitar. One of my favorites.
Any other Norlin owners experience this?
1970 LES PAUL DELUXE, 9 lb. 2 oz.
I held back discussing the perceived acoustic resonance of my 1970 Les Paul Deluxe since it was not relevant within the scope of the discussions. However, after comparing the acoustic resonance of my 1970 Deluxe with some of my more recent Historic Les Pauls, I came to the conclusion that it trumped all of them in this comparison. Not even close. :dude:
My "lowly" 1970 deluxe :bh exhibited a much stronger primary tone, sustain, and vibration than any of my Historics. It really feels alive when I strum it. I attribute this to the very stiff 3-piece mahogany neck (w/ small volute) and possibly even the dreaded "pancake" body. She even has the transitional neck tenon and nylon saddles. The mahogany is primo select quality grade A, and the lacquer finish is professionally applied. It's a gorgeous guitar. One of my favorites.
Any other Norlin owners experience this?
1970 LES PAUL DELUXE, 9 lb. 2 oz.
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