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What are the differences between a 2010 and 2014 Historic R7 Goldtop?

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I have a Lemonburst 14 so I know the 14 features. Don't know much about 2010's. Is there a difference in fret size between the two? I'm try to decide between 2 goldtops. The 2014 is $350 more.
 
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2014 is more historically accurate, with hot hide glue on fretboard and maple top, some other small details and Custom Buckers vs Burstbuckers on 2010. I would prefer 2014, these are really very consistent.
 
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I have a 2010 bursted R7 and I would go with progrocker's suggestion. My Burstbuckers are gone as are some other parts.
 
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Go with the '14 as there were a few changes over the '10 (as above) and the truss rod condom being removed from '13 onwards........ at $350 more it's well worth it.
Plus I personally like the Custombuckers a lot more.......a better tone.
Didn't you get a case with your lemonburst?
 
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Known4tone said:
Does 2014 have a better case?
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Reasonable question but a bit curious that it’s the 1st thing you asked. Every single detail of the guitar as far more important to ask about than a replaceable case
 
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Since I already have a 14 LB, I'm mulling getting the 2010 Goldtop because it had different pups. The case is actually immaterial. Although the brown case is arguably better than the black custom shop case.
 
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Known4tone said:
Although the brown case is arguably better than the black custom shop case.
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I would call that an extremely subjective opinion.

There's nothing wrong with the black Custom Shop cases.

I have both types.

The only "better" cases are the 90's pink and tan USA cases. Because those are the best Gibson cases ever. : P
 
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I think I'll get the 2014. Tried both gits. Didn't like the Burstbucker neck pup in the 2010.
 
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