Author Topic: Buying a guitar, what do you want?? (Read 19181 times)

Ormsby_Guitars · « **on:** May 28, 2006, 09:18:57 PM »

Ok fellas, im currently desinging a new model of guitar, which will be built with the premise that they are sold at guitar stores, and direct from the manufacturer (me). I dont normally sell via a guitar store, as everything i make is custom made, one off pieces, so i deal directly with the clients.

I'd like some feedback please.

IDEA: Its a carved top, double cutaway style guitar, based on a mix of Gibson Les Paul Jr, PRS, Quicksilver, Driskill, etc. Fancy woods are the norm, but solid and metallic finishes will also be made.

FIRSTLY, please select a neck joint from the poll here....

NEXT, you need to consider this as a PRS/Gibson type instrument, so the $2600-3500 mark is where they are going to be priced at. PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND.

Now.....
see below \\\\///// for the options i would like your opinion on.

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #1 on:** May 28, 2006, 09:19:20 PM »

Now, simply "quote" this post, and add your answer (or change it to bold) If something will add to the cost, ive indicated that.

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split, 2x humbucker + signle coil, three singles, 1x hum and 2 singles. (more $$)

Bridge: single piece wraparound (simular to PRS), tunomatic and stop tail, tunomatic and string through (more $$)

for trem models: floyd rose, wilkinson vs100

pickups: black or zebra (for hums)

tuners: locking, or no locking (more $$)

Inlays: std dots, or sharks (more $$) (sharks are NOT sharkfins..)
(see : http://www.monaro.com.au/guitars/diary/Custom%20Guitars/Workshop%20sample%20guitar/121-2140_IMG.jpg)

Frets: jumbo, or medium

Frets: std nickel silver or stainless steel (more $$)

Metal · « **Reply #2 on:** May 29, 2006, 03:07:08 AM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on May 28, 2006, 09:19:20 PM

Now, simply "quote" this post, and add your answer (or change it to bold) If something will add to the cost, ive indicated that.

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split, 2x humbucker + signle coil, three singles, 1x hum and 2 singles. (more $$)

Bridge: single piece wraparound (simular to PRS), tunomatic and stop tail, tunomatic and string through (more $$)

for trem models: floyd rose, wilkinson vs100

pickups: black or zebra (for hums)

tuners: locking, or no locking (more $$)

Inlays: std dots, or sharks (more $$) (sharks are NOT sharkfins..)
(see : http://www.monaro.com.au/guitars/diary/Custom%20Guitars/Workshop%20sample%20guitar/121-2140_IMG.jpg)
Ugh any other options?, Sharks look tacky and dots are boring unless your going for the whole ocean theme
Frets: jumbo, or medium

Frets: std nickel silver or stainless steel (more $$)

Not sure the difference between the locking and no locking tuners but if i was to buy a custom i would say dam the expense and for the best possible after all it is your dream guitar.

DamoESP · « **Reply #3 on:** May 29, 2006, 05:23:36 AM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on May 28, 2006, 09:19:20 PM

Now, simply "quote" this post, and add your answer (or change it to bold) If something will add to the cost, ive indicated that.

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split, 2x humbucker + signle coil, three singles, 1x hum and 2 singles. (more $$)

Bridge: single piece wraparound (simular to PRS), tunomatic and stop tail, tunomatic and string through (more $$)

for trem models: floyd rose, wilkinson vs100

pickups: black or zebra (for hums)

tuners: locking, or no locking (more $$) (Through Grover tuners would be awsesome!)

Inlays: std dots, or sharks (more $$) (sharks are NOT sharkfins..)
(see : http://www.monaro.com.au/guitars/diary/Custom%20Guitars/Workshop%20sample%20guitar/121-2140_IMG.jpg)

Frets: jumbo, or medium

Frets: std nickel silver or stainless steel (more $$)

cyanide_christ · « **Reply #4 on:** May 29, 2006, 05:34:17 AM »

It sounds like you've made up your mind on the type of guitar you want to produce, but the super strats that you've done have been my favourites of your guitars.

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #5 on:** May 29, 2006, 09:00:06 AM »

Yeah, this is the "DC" model, which ive been TRYING to get finalised for 2 years now.

As much as i like doing customs, i would like to have one or two models which can be sold via stores, are easily produced (compared to full customs), and have a bunch of options to suit anyone.

chewie · « **Reply #6 on:** May 29, 2006, 03:55:44 PM »

what kind of production run would you be doing?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #7 on:** May 29, 2006, 05:17:44 PM »

Quote from: chewie on May 29, 2006, 03:55:44 PM

what kind of production run would you be doing?

at least five to start with, maybe 10. Then, as i need them, 3-5 at a time.

cdtBEAST · « **Reply #8 on:** May 29, 2006, 09:22:19 PM »

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split,

Bridge: tunomatic and string through

for trem models: floyd rose,

pickups: black (for hums)

tuners: locking,

Inlays: sharks

Frets: jumbo

Frets: stainless steel

Metal · « **Reply #9 on:** May 30, 2006, 03:43:50 PM »

whats the waiting line like for a custom and repairs. After reading these boards your about the only manufacturer in perth trustworthy. And i aint taking my guitar to a music shop again

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #10 on:** May 30, 2006, 05:32:19 PM »

Quote from: Metal on May 30, 2006, 03:43:50 PM

whats the waiting line like for a custom and repairs. After reading these boards your about the only manufacturer in perth trustworthy. And i aint taking my guitar to a music shop again

but you do your own servicing, remember?

iloveopeth · « **Reply #11 on:** May 30, 2006, 06:56:44 PM »

^ BAM !

Metal · « **Reply #12 on:** May 31, 2006, 01:18:26 AM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on May 30, 2006, 05:32:19 PM

Quote from: Metal on May 30, 2006, 03:43:50 PM
whats the waiting line like for a custom and repairs. After reading these boards your about the only manufacturer in perth trustworthy. And i aint taking my guitar to a music shop again

but you do your own servicing, remember?

lol, yes i learned how to do my own servicing, it doesn't mean my servicing is any better than yours by a long shot. Since when did building your own guitar and doing repairs come under. "Basic guitar setup", or as you put it basically a re-string

IbanezGirl · « **Reply #13 on:** May 31, 2006, 07:49:10 PM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on May 28, 2006, 09:19:20 PM

Now, simply "quote" this post, and add your answer (or change it to bold) If something will add to the cost, ive indicated that.

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split, 2x humbucker + signle coil, three singles, 1x hum and 2 singles. (more $$)

Bridge: single piece wraparound (simular to PRS), tunomatic and stop tail, tunomatic and string through (more $$)

for trem models: floyd rose, wilkinson vs100

pickups: black or zebra (for hums)

tuners: locking, or no locking (more $$)

Inlays: std dots, or sharks (more $$) (sharks are NOT sharkfins..)
(see : http://www.monaro.com.au/guitars/diary/Custom%20Guitars/Workshop%20sample%20guitar/121-2140_IMG.jpg)

Frets: jumbo, or medium

Frets: std nickel silver or stainless steel (more $$)

kamikaze · « **Reply #14 on:** June 03, 2006, 06:30:04 AM »

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split
-and- 1 vol, 1 tone, 3-way- if you could
Bridge: tunomatic and stop tail

for trem models: wilkinson vs100

pickups: black

tuners: locking (grover or schaller)

Inlays: std dots (small -like musicmans) -for cheapest model .. those shark inlays for upper models

Frets: jumbo

Frets: std nickel silver (stainless steel =crap)

basswood body for cheaper, and korina body for expensive models .. please

if you could make them similar to quicksilvers.. you'd sell fuckin shitloads

when you plaining for them to come out ?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #15 on:** June 03, 2006, 07:22:47 AM »

Quote from: kamikaze on June 03, 2006, 06:30:04 AM

Frets: std nickel silver (stainless steel =crap)

Disbelieve what you read posted on some websites about the tone difference. Ive never had a customer that wasnt happy with s/steel frets as a refret, or new guitar. They are less maintenace, and easier to play on, PLUS they last three times longer.... which is the real reason most repairers dont want you to have them (plus they are extremely hard to get).

Quote from: kamikaze on June 03, 2006, 06:30:04 AM

basswood body for cheaper, and korina body for expensive models .. please

I wont be using basswood. I have lots of Korina on its way, along with koa, blackwood, flame/spalt/quilt maple, walnut, cocobolo, etc etc etc etc

Quote from: kamikaze on June 03, 2006, 06:30:04 AM

if you could make them similar to quicksilvers.. you'd sell fuckin shitloads

Ive been piss farting around talking about making these guitars for two years now.... i got a couple neck blanks made up, inlaid a few fretboards, even cut the body templates, but other things (damn customers

) kept getting in the way. Ive made a few changes to allow me to get back into this project, so its all go now. Id seen the QSers on EDs site, but didnt realise how much they were like my ideas and thoughts until Cameltoe brough his guitar in. I guess it kinda of inspired me to get the ball rolling again. OR maybe it was cause he said he would have ordered a guitar if i didnt have a 18 month wait list

Either way, there are a few stores that are busting to get some of my guitars, so its time to go retail

Quote from: kamikaze on June 03, 2006, 06:30:04 AM

when you plaining for them to come out ?

I have to work these through the system without it effecting my current workload. Hence the need for an employee. Im hoping to have five by xmas. and maybe five a month or two later. But, ive got about 10 guitars to finish by xmas.... and six to finish within eight weeks

HappySinner · « **Reply #16 on:** June 03, 2006, 11:51:14 AM »

What do I want?

Perry told me what I wanted, and I just nodded like a dumb shit and took the guitar.

Simple.

Just saw the beginnings of the new DC template... Veeeeeeeeeeery nice, Pezberg...

kamikaze · « **Reply #17 on:** June 06, 2006, 04:54:40 AM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on June 03, 2006, 07:22:47 AM

Ive been piss farting around talking about making these guitars for two years now.... i got a couple neck blanks made up, inlaid a few fretboards, even cut the body templates, but other things (damn customers ) kept getting in the way. Ive made a few changes to allow me to get back into this project, so its all go now. Id seen the QSers on EDs site, but didnt realise how much they were like my ideas and thoughts until Cameltoe brough his guitar in. I guess it kinda of inspired me to get the ball rolling again. OR maybe it was cause he said he would have ordered a guitar if i didnt have a 18 month wait list Either way, there are a few stores that are busting to get some of my guitars, so its time to go retail

yer the craftsmanship on cameltoe's guitar is brilliant. what did you think of the 'black backs'?

do you know anything of the luthier ability of 'Jeff E. Terwilliger' ?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #18 on:** June 06, 2006, 05:03:42 AM »

His mates and peers call him.... JET

Cameltoe Mcgee · « **Reply #19 on:** June 06, 2006, 04:19:58 PM »

and his guitars look good enough to beat up your mum with.....

azn_guitarist · « **Reply #20 on:** June 19, 2006, 05:59:18 AM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on May 28, 2006, 09:19:20 PM

Now, simply "quote" this post, and add your answer (or change it to bold) If something will add to the cost, ive indicated that.

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split, 2x humbucker + signle coil, three singles, 1x hum and 2 singles. (more $$)

Bridge: single piece wraparound (simular to PRS), tunomatic and stop tail, tunomatic and string through (more $$)

for trem models: floyd rose, wilkinson vs100

pickups: black or zebra (for hums)

tuners: locking, or no locking(of course thats if you decide to use a floyd rose rather than the wilkinson, if wilkinson use locking) (more $$)

Inlays: std dots, or sharks (more $$) (sharks are NOT sharkfins..) (neither get stars as your inlays or get block inlays)
(see : http://www.monaro.com.au/guitars/diary/Custom%20Guitars/Workshop%20sample%20guitar/121-2140_IMG.jpg)

Frets: jumbo, or medium

Frets: std nickel silver or stainless steel (more $$)

Metal · « **Reply #21 on:** June 19, 2006, 02:36:18 PM »

can you build neck thru, those fucking go off.

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #22 on:** June 19, 2006, 05:37:08 PM »

most of my guitars are neck throughs or set necks.

This design is more traditional, think PRS, Gibson, etc. So its either set neck, or bolt on.

azn_guitarist · « **Reply #23 on:** June 19, 2006, 11:52:01 PM »

i think if its going to be those styles it should be a set neck

cyanide_christ · « **Reply #24 on:** June 20, 2006, 12:35:10 AM »

I think doing both would be a good idea. Bolt-ons are great for players that do choppy, fast picking riffs. Bolt-ons have a more defined, sharper sound which is why dudes like Dino from Fear Factory uses them, because you can have super fast picking riffs with tonnes of distortion without it mushing together in one inaudible mess.

MoonStruck · « **Reply #25 on:** July 06, 2006, 01:50:08 AM »

Quote from: Ormsby_Guitars on May 28, 2006, 09:19:20 PM

Pickups: 2x humbucker with coil split, 2x humbucker + signle coil, three singles, 1x hum and 2 singles. (more $$)

Bridge: single piece wraparound (simular to PRS), tunomatic and stop tail, tunomatic and string through (more $$)

for trem models: floyd rose, wilkinson vs100

pickups: black or zebra (for hums)

tuners: locking, or no locking (more $$)

Inlays: std dots, or sharks (more $$) (sharks are NOT sharkfins..)
(see : http://www.monaro.com.au/guitars/diary/Custom%20Guitars/Workshop%20sample%20guitar/121-2140_IMG.jpg)

Frets: jumbo, or medium

Frets: std nickel silver or stainless steel (more $$)

MoonStruck · « **Reply #26 on:** July 06, 2006, 02:16:55 AM »

P.S. Nice Article in Australian Guitar mag.

I get wood from wood to

azn_guitarist · « **Reply #27 on:** July 06, 2006, 05:37:38 AM »

Quote from: MoonStruck on July 06, 2006, 02:16:55 AM

P.S. Nice Article in Australian Guitar mag.

I get wood from wood to

is that the one with John Frusciante on the cover and how the owner of the Womd Superstrat writes to the editor about his guitar

MoonStruck · « **Reply #28 on:** July 06, 2006, 06:55:48 PM »

Na, the latest issue with Angus on the cover.

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #29 on:** July 06, 2006, 07:13:18 PM »

Quote from: MoonStruck on July 06, 2006, 02:16:55 AM

P.S. Nice Article in Australian Guitar mag.

I get wood from wood to

haha cheers, i didnt think they'd print all the swearing

azn_guitarist · « **Reply #30 on:** July 06, 2006, 11:37:10 PM »

must get mag then

sheppo · « **Reply #31 on:** January 18, 2007, 03:02:57 AM »

Flying V's are the way of the future

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #32 on:** January 18, 2007, 03:32:14 PM »

Quote from: sheppo on January 18, 2007, 03:02:57 AM

Flying V's are the way of the future

Currently building 15 flying V's, and another three are booked for later in the year.

MoonStruck · « **Reply #33 on:** July 31, 2007, 02:09:29 AM »

What are all the options on a the Standard series (woods, shapes, bridges etc.), and what options incur a premium?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #34 on:** July 31, 2007, 03:53:11 AM »

This is the specs list for the Standard Series, which arent related to the guitars originally planned when i posted this thread up (they are still being planned).

Body shape (Rear routed bodies, no pickguards): Soloist, Strat, Tele, Rhoads V, std Flying V, Explorer, Mockingbird or Charvel Star shapes only.

Body shape (Front routed, pickguard): Soloist, std Flying V, Explorer, Strat, Tele.

Headstocks, Either of the two Ormsby styles, both either standard and reverse. Strat bodies only, can have a strat inspired (not fender) headstock.

Neck: 22 fret, Rosewood, or maple fretboard. Dot inlays. Jumbo or medium fretwire only (nickel silver).

Hardware: Gotoh tuners, Genuine Floyd Rose Original (floating). Chrome or black (Gold +$50)

Pickups: EMG 81 and 85 set, OR Seymour Duncan JB and '59 set.
(alternative pickups available at slight upcharge)

Paintwork: Your choice of Two Pack colour, metallics, etc. Headstocks either same colour as the body, or black.

TOTAL COST: $1950

UPGRADES:
Body:
Alexi mod to Rhoads body: $50

Neck:
Pearloid Sharkfins: $200
Ebony fretboard: $50
24 fret neck: $100
birdseye or flame (AAA) $100
birdseye or flame (AAAAA) $200

Hardware:
Gold: $50
chrome or gold humbucker rings: $40

Pickups: POA

Paintwork: Sunbursts +$100, Chameleon paints +$200, Vortex swirl +$300, graphics extra (airbrushed).

MoonStruck · « **Reply #35 on:** July 31, 2007, 03:59:36 AM »

Cool. What about body and neck woods?

All are bolt-on and 25.5" scale aren't they?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #36 on:** July 31, 2007, 05:03:45 AM »

25.5" scale only

maple, mahog, standard for necks
mahog, alder, swamp ash, korina (white limba), standard for bodies.

MoonStruck · « **Reply #37 on:** July 31, 2007, 05:09:35 AM »

Mint.

...and is a Floyd Rose the only bridge option?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #38 on:** July 31, 2007, 05:29:01 AM »

At the moment, but i might change that to include string through tunomatic. Not in the next month though.

MoonStruck · « **Reply #39 on:** July 31, 2007, 09:38:01 PM »

Yeah, I'd definately go for the string through tunomatic.

Cortex · « **Reply #40 on:** August 01, 2007, 01:12:19 AM »

Yeah I want another explorer to add to my collection but with a floyd rose would be sacrilege

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #41 on:** August 01, 2007, 02:00:54 AM »

Quote from: MoonStruck on July 31, 2007, 09:38:01 PM

Yeah, I'd definately go for the string through tunomatic.

Quote from: Cortex on August 01, 2007, 01:12:19 AM

Yeah I want another explorer to add to my collection but with a floyd rose would be sacrilege

Well guys, come see me then. Ive not yet had anyone make any serious enquiries about tunomatic equipped Standard Series guitars, so ive been reluctant to develop the templates. Im happy to tool up, if someone is will to buy one. Price would be cheaper than the Floyd versions, by $100

MoonStruck · « **Reply #42 on:** August 01, 2007, 03:44:50 AM »

Sounds good. Might have to wait till my PRS Modern Eagle sells.

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #43 on:** August 01, 2007, 03:59:08 AM »

I'll do you a straight swap

MoonStruck · « **Reply #44 on:** August 01, 2007, 04:15:47 AM »

Wow. You just showed me that there is a limit to my sickness

Cortex · « **Reply #45 on:** August 01, 2007, 09:18:01 PM »

So payment on these is structured the same as your full customs or do you need a full payment up front?

Ormsby_Guitars · « **Reply #46 on:** August 02, 2007, 03:04:20 AM »

50% deposit, final 50% payment on pickup (8-12 weeks later) for the Standard Series.

5 x 1/5 payments for the CustomShop guitars, throughout the 12+ month build

whammy · « **Reply #47 on:** June 03, 2009, 09:45:27 PM »

anybody trialled or own the Seymour Duncan Blackout AHB1 or the metal AHB? any good? say compared to an EMG?

Poll

neck joint

Author Topic: Buying a guitar, what do you want?? (Read 19181 times)

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