DetroitBlues Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 If you could have only one as your primary axe, which would you choose? Full size humbuckers in the 150, mini's in the 357....
PunkKitty Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I'd take a 150. IMO full size humbuckers are more versatile.
Spectrum13 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Trick question. One as the primary, how many for the secondary,,third.. fourty- fivey
Guest HRB853370 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 150 but I really enjoy playing the Firebird (even though it is not hand built like a 357, I bet it compares favorably).
Mack Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I'd love to own a 357, or Firebird V, or even a non reverse firebird, but I'd have to go with the 150. I've never played a firebird type guitar other than a Gibson 70s Tribute, and I've always owned a Les Paul, or LP type guitar.
Billgelder Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 That's a tough question. If you are asking about a one and only stage guitar, then it would depend on the type of band you were in. A blues band you could get away with the 357 and mini's, but a rock band or a band that covers different music jandras you would need the versatility of the 150 with full sized HB's. In your case I think you would love the neck and tone of a 357 with throback pickups SLE-101 MXV 4 wire and coil tapped. I know that was not one of the choices, but that is my answer.and I'm sticking with it.
SofaPlayer Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I prefer the ergonomics of the 357 but the sound of the 150. Tough decision.
H Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 150 - more pickup swap options with humbucker routes.
big bob Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Edit, my 357 has humbuckers, Tom short's. And it's korina. I have a question for those who have answered 150, have you ever played a 357?
HANGAR18 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I have a question for those who have answered 150, have you ever played a 357? I tried a Thunderbird briefly and didn't like the way it hung on me (conflict with beer gut) and the neck seemed a little distant. Not really a fair evaluation; not enough time to justify a "yes I've tried one" responce. I almost bought one of those clearance Thunderbirds as a novelty. Generally speaking, I've never liked the look of that design, with the exception of Marv's 357's where you can see all the different types of wood in the neck-through design. Asside from that, I've always thought that Thunderbirds were among the ugliest guitars on the planet (next to a Telecaster) but they are certainly worthy of respect. No offense to T-Bird/H-357 fans, I just don't like them (generally speaking). That is just a personal preference thing so it has nothing to do with the guitar itself as a legitimate instrument. And yes, I do feel that having a good looking guitar is at least a little bit important in addition to it playing and sounding good.
HANGAR18 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 ps: My spell checker doesn't work when I'm in the office. We are using a really old browser version. I tried a Thunderbird briefly and didn't like the way it hung on me (conflict with beer gut) and the neck seemed a little distant. Not really a fair evaluation; not enough time to justify a "yes I've tried one" responce. I almost bought one of those clearance Thunderbirds as a novelty. Generally speaking, I've never liked the look of that design, with the exception of Marv's 357's where you can see all the different types of wood in the neck-through design. Asside from that, I've always thought that Thunderbirds were among the ugliest guitars on the planet (next to a Telecaster) but they are certainly worthy of respect. No offense to T-Bird/H-357 fans, I just don't like them (generally speaking). That is just a personal preference thing so it has nothing to do with the guitar itself as a legitimate instrument. And yes, I do feel that having a good looking guitar is at least a little bit important in addition to it playing and sounding good.
tulk1 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Asside from that, I've always thought that Thunderbirds were among the ugliest guitars on the planet (next to a Telecaster) but they are certainly worthy of respect. No offense to T-Bird/H-357 fans, I just don't like them (generally speaking). That is just a personal preference thing so it has nothing to do with the guitar itself as a legitimate instrument. And yes, I do feel that having a good looking guitar is at least a little bit important in addition to it playing and sounding good. Does that by inference leave offense to Tele players? .............. Love the headstock on the 357's, but never fell in love with the body. If I had enough cash flow to own one, I sure would. But do not think it would ever be a main stage player for me. Ah hmm .... Tele's aside, I'd have to go with a 150 for this exercise.
HANGAR18 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Love the headstock on the 357's, but never fell in love with the body. I like the headstocks on the Thunderbirds which look like a huge combat knife blade, like a Ka-Bar knife, with those big fat tuning heads in the middle of the headstock.
bolero Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 357's come stock with humbuckers I would choose a 357 with humbuckers over a 150 with humbuckers they are super comfy, have a built in elbow rest and NO NECK DIVE. Marv prefected the firebird design with the 357
yoslate Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 150.... I played Brent's 357 at PSP, just after he took delivery on it. First one I'd laid hands on. I'd never own one...just not me. However, I was astonished at how light it was, and how great it played and sounded. I think there's a PSP video clip of me noodling on it. It was a fabulous instrument!
heritagefan7 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I've not played the FB--have a 150. Stock choice would have to be abt going w. what I know. IF I could put the HB in the FB, I might go w/ the FB, I'd guess I'd have to play both to see.....Just not a fan of the Mini HBs for same reasons people talked abt here--cool, but just a bit too limited.
H Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 I have a question for those who have answered 150, have you ever played a 357? I had an early 90's Gibson Firebird for a couple of years. I'm basing my preference for the 150 on that really. Assuming identical hardware on both (tuners aside), I'd pick the 150.
Billgelder Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Speaking of H-357, I understand that a guy that used to play bass for Metallica has a 357 on order. I'm sorry but I can't mention any names.
HANGAR18 Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Speaking of H-357, I understand that a guy that used to play bass for Metallica has a 357 on order. I'm sorry but I can't mention any names. Well, it isn't Cliff Burton, and Robert Trujillo is still playing bass for Metallica... so that kinda narrows it down, doesn't it?
Billgelder Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 Well, it isn't Cliff Burton, and Robert Trujillo is still playing bass for Metallica... so that kinda narrows it down, doesn't it? And he lives in Jupiter FL.
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