skydog Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 I'd like to see Heritage build a similar model; all fine wood appointments, gold hardware, fine craftsmanship, (oh wait, all Heritages get that)! If you've never seen one they were beautiful guitars. Not really made for the stage, but more for a display case. Here's a story from another forum on them: http://www.lespaulforum.com/slub6/article.html
Dick Seacup Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 I only vaguely recall a model that said, "The ..." on the headstock, but I thought it was "The Gibson" or maybe "The Paul."
JohnCovach Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 Yes, The Les Paul was the top-of-the-line Les Paul in the late 70s. I remember that Steve Howe had one. In addition to nicely grained woods, the pickup rings were wood, as were the volume and tone knobs (in addition to pickguard and truss-rod cover, I think). I'd actually be interested in finding someone who could craft rosewood or ebony pickup rings, knobs, and pickguards, in case anybody has any referrals.
skydog Posted October 28, 2007 Author Posted October 28, 2007 Dick: Those were/are cheaper ones. I've added a link to a story on the "The Les Paul" model. They listed for 3k when a LP custom was $700!
dblazer Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 I've only seen picture, but they are a beautiful guitar, for sure. Now that Heritage is back to work, talk to Jay. Nice guitars are just like race cars, how fast do you want to go, and how much money do you have ? ? ?
JohnCovach Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 Yep, that's the guitar I remember--thanks for the link. I did not know that Abe Wechter had been responsible for that guitar though. Anyone who knows the quality of Abe's custom-made acoustic guitars will not be surprised.
doggy1972 Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 It was called "The Paul". Like an LP special.Think they renamed them, they were called the Firebrand. Very nice "budget model" They did an SG too I think.
doggy1972 Posted October 28, 2007 Posted October 28, 2007 Sorry different beast entirely. Teach me to read the thread properly.
skydog Posted October 28, 2007 Author Posted October 28, 2007 Doggy: What did you think of "The Les Paul" model?
doggy1972 Posted October 29, 2007 Posted October 29, 2007 Very nice flame but,I think most Heritage users expect nice Maple etc. Im sure its a fantastic guitar but, I like the ugly girls ones too
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