Special Invitation To New Members
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I am a guitar newbie, teaching myself, trying to get 30mins to an hour in every day for the last few months (though was interrupted for a bit). I have played trumpet and sax over the years, and piano for a decent part of the last 35yrs, but this is the first time I have tried to learn a stringed instrument (not counting piano and an aborted attempt to learn the bass 30-odd years ago). I found myself desiring to play an archtop rather than a semi-hollow (which is what I bought first off the local version of craigslist here in Hong Kong) and found a Heritage guitar in a place where I had no business finding one (a used guitar shop in rural Japan), sprung for it, so I am now the proud owner of a 1996 Super Eagle in sunburst. I love the tone - it is addictive, which is great incentive to play/practice.
Thanks. The seller made me an offer I couldn't refuse.
To be clear Mr Moderator... I did not put in the link into my post above (or attempt to break the ToU). It popped in by itself. I don't seem to be able to edit my post, and I am guessing it is the way the forum is being sponsored.
To be clear Mr Moderator... I did not put in the link into my post above (or attempt to break the ToU). It popped in by itself. I don't seem to be able to edit my post, and I am guessing it is the way the forum is being sponsored.
A (hopefully) future Heritage owner here.
I was looking around for a U.S.-made semi-hollow and thinking about a used Guild Starfire IV when I ran across some pictures of an H-535 in Vintage Wine Burst that I think is one of the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen. I've been a fan of Heritage Guitars almost since their founding and made it a point to drive by the factory on a trip through Michigan in 1986, but I have never owne a Heritage before. Hopefully this will change soon.
Does anyone know if Heritage is still doing the Vintage Wine Burst finish? The color listing on the company's web site seems like it's pretty old and I'm hoping that they still offer this finish. I may order through the Custom Shop to get the guitar that I want (moderately beefy neck, Kluson-style tuners and Seth Lover pickups).
I'm enjoying this site quite a bit, especially the photos from the Parsons Street Pilgramages.
I was looking around for a U.S.-made semi-hollow and thinking about a used Guild Starfire IV when I ran across some pictures of an H-535 in Vintage Wine Burst that I think is one of the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen. I've been a fan of Heritage Guitars almost since their founding and made it a point to drive by the factory on a trip through Michigan in 1986, but I have never owne a Heritage before. Hopefully this will change soon.
Does anyone know if Heritage is still doing the Vintage Wine Burst finish? The color listing on the company's web site seems like it's pretty old and I'm hoping that they still offer this finish. I may order through the Custom Shop to get the guitar that I want (moderately beefy neck, Kluson-style tuners and Seth Lover pickups).
I'm enjoying this site quite a bit, especially the photos from the Parsons Street Pilgramages.
HANGAR18
Moderators
Welcome! Yes, Vintage Wineburst is said to be Marv's favorite finish. (True or false I don't know.) You can special order a new 535 in VWB if you can't find a stocking dealer who has one.
LeBaron
New member
Hi
Just joined the forum - obviously :newbie:
I own a 2004 H535 tobacco sunburst and a 2006 H150 Deluxe Old Style Sunburst.
I bought them both new (new old stock), in 2006 and 2010 respectively.
I play them at home through a Matchless Lightning Reverb and a number of analog effect pedals.
I also own an Ernie Ball Silhouette Special 2006 anniversary edition, SSH, for different sounds, and a couple of accoustic guitars.
I'm a very ordinary player and have never gigged. I do play with mates every now and then, mostly bluesy and traditional ballady rock stuff. I've started jazz lessons to open my horizons and really enjoy it.
Cheerio.
Just joined the forum - obviously :newbie:
I own a 2004 H535 tobacco sunburst and a 2006 H150 Deluxe Old Style Sunburst.
I bought them both new (new old stock), in 2006 and 2010 respectively.
I play them at home through a Matchless Lightning Reverb and a number of analog effect pedals.
I also own an Ernie Ball Silhouette Special 2006 anniversary edition, SSH, for different sounds, and a couple of accoustic guitars.
I'm a very ordinary player and have never gigged. I do play with mates every now and then, mostly bluesy and traditional ballady rock stuff. I've started jazz lessons to open my horizons and really enjoy it.
Cheerio.
Genericmusic
New member
:hello: :newbie:
HANGAR18
Moderators
richyankee
New member
Hello you guys.
I am a new member,, just dropped in a few weeks ago, looking for something special.
I have owned an H575 since 1995 and I still love that guitar. My story is, after a few days and posting a message that I was in the market for a sweet 16, i was contaced by a member who had a Johnny Smith for sale.
I made the right choice and now that guitar is here with me. It plays and sounds better than anything I hve ever had in my hands, including a Guild X500 that I fell for in 95 - but could not afford.
Thanks to my wife (this is an early anniversary gift) - like the 575 was 20 years ago.
We don't go out much, but will be playing with a few friends and we lovereal book tunes (ol school jazz standards).
Yeah man...
Rich
(sorry no pictures yet)
I am a new member,, just dropped in a few weeks ago, looking for something special.
I have owned an H575 since 1995 and I still love that guitar. My story is, after a few days and posting a message that I was in the market for a sweet 16, i was contaced by a member who had a Johnny Smith for sale.
I made the right choice and now that guitar is here with me. It plays and sounds better than anything I hve ever had in my hands, including a Guild X500 that I fell for in 95 - but could not afford.
Thanks to my wife (this is an early anniversary gift) - like the 575 was 20 years ago.
We don't go out much, but will be playing with a few friends and we lovereal book tunes (ol school jazz standards).
Yeah man...
Rich
(sorry no pictures yet)
Hi, brand new here, brand new to Heritage, brand new to playing, Just brand spanking new to everything guitar related. I'm 67, love blues, and rock, and actually all kinds of music. I started taking lessons in November, know the chords to 7 songs,LOL and I've bought 19 guitars so far, sold 10 so currently have 8 counting the Heritage H-150 that I just received today. Basically I have more guitars than I can play chords... I'm sure you'll agree that there's nothing wrong with that. Perfectly normal She's a beauty and sounds outstanding. Not a mark that can be given a name and is exceptional. The previous owner seems to be selling all his guitars and I was lucky enough to get this one. She's a 2005 H-150 with Sperzel solid pro tuners, Ivory paddles, Sheptone PAF pickups, Tribute
:glasses9:
He went by the name willpreachforfood, on the site I purchased through. Seems like a great guy, certainly described the guitar well and honestly. Great transaction. Said he was selling 20 Heritage guitars. He suggested this forum I haven't taken any pics yet but can post the sale pics, you might recognize it.
Wonder why he's selling all these great guitars.. Hope all is well with him.
Look forward to getting to know you guys and gals and I'm open to any and all advice.
He went by the name willpreachforfood, on the site I purchased through. Seems like a great guy, certainly described the guitar well and honestly. Great transaction. Said he was selling 20 Heritage guitars. He suggested this forum I haven't taken any pics yet but can post the sale pics, you might recognize it.
Wonder why he's selling all these great guitars.. Hope all is well with him.
Look forward to getting to know you guys and gals and I'm open to any and all advice.
HANGAR18
Moderators
Hi, brand new here, brand new to Heritage, brand new to playing, Just brand spanking new to everything guitar related. I'm 67, love blues, and rock, and actually all kinds of music. I started taking lessons in November, know the chords to 7 songs,LOL and I've bought 19 guitars so far, sold 10 so currently have 8 counting the Heritage H-150 that I just received today. Basically I have more guitars than I can play chords... I'm sure you'll agree that there's nothing wrong with that. Perfectly normal She's a beauty and sounds outstanding. Not a mark that can be given a name and is exceptional. The previous owner seems to be selling all his guitars and I was lucky enough to get this one. She's a 2005 H-150 with Sperzel solid pro tuners, Ivory paddles, Sheptone PAF pickups, Tribute
:glasses9:
He went by the name willpreachforfood, on the site I purchased through. Seems like a great guy, certainly described the guitar well and honestly. Great transaction. Said he was selling 20 Heritage guitars. He suggested this forum I haven't taken any pics yet but can post the sale pics, you might recognize it.
Wonder why he's selling all these great guitars.. Hope all is well with him.
Look forward to getting to know you guys and gals and I'm open to any and all advice.
WELCOME ALL!!!
Hello lovers of all things Heritage. My name is Mark and I am currently waiting on my first Heritage guitar to arrive.
Its going to be a Lefty 535 in OSB and I cant wait to play it. First Heritage I played was at a young age and have wanted ever one since.
I will post pics when it comes in.
-Mark
Its going to be a Lefty 535 in OSB and I cant wait to play it. First Heritage I played was at a young age and have wanted ever one since.
I will post pics when it comes in.
-Mark
HANGAR18
Moderators
My Heritage Prospect (2014) is in Vintage WineBurst... love the finish. welcome to the club.
Exactly one week ago today I joined the ranks of proud Heritage Guitar owners.
I bought an amazing used H-555 online. I have had 1 week with it to compare and contrast it to my other guitars using 3 different amps. I have to say that it is everything that I have ever dreamed of tone wise, sustain wise, neck playability wise and obviously looks and craftsmanship wise. I have a rehearsal this weekend with my band (3 piece) and can't wait to test drive it. I have noticed a few "personality traits" or "nuances" with this guitar that are all positives, but in the coming months I want to seek to understand them using this forum.
I feel like it was totally meant to be that me and this guitar were to become really good buddies!
I bought an amazing used H-555 online. I have had 1 week with it to compare and contrast it to my other guitars using 3 different amps. I have to say that it is everything that I have ever dreamed of tone wise, sustain wise, neck playability wise and obviously looks and craftsmanship wise. I have a rehearsal this weekend with my band (3 piece) and can't wait to test drive it. I have noticed a few "personality traits" or "nuances" with this guitar that are all positives, but in the coming months I want to seek to understand them using this forum.
I feel like it was totally meant to be that me and this guitar were to become really good buddies!