Does having a EBMM spoil you to playing other makes of guitars?

[doubleR]

Since I got my Morse about six months ago, my Les Paul and Strat rarely leave their cases. Today I picked up the LP just to give it some exercise. After a few minutes, I put it back in its case and broke out the Morse again. The tone of the LP is nice, but the feel of the neck just doesn't compare to the Morse.

If it wasn't for the sentimental value, I probably would have sold the Strat and LP by now.

 

[Colin]

I feel similar to you, as I have a Morse and that's all I use. In fact my strat and wolfie are going to go very soon for that reason. Plus I can have room for a Y2D.

Colin

 

[Sigmunds Couch]

In a word.

YES!!!

I keep my other guitars around for songs that my band does in alternate tunings. That's the only time they see any use. (Until I can get EBMM's to replace those)

 

[nobozos]

Yes, and it sucks. Since I have had an EBMM, one of my favorite pastimes has been ruined. I used to love to go into guitar stores and play other guitars that were better than the ones I had, and daydream about how I would have one someday when I could afford it. Now, it's extremely difficult to get excited about trying other guitars, because after playing other guitars, I don't find one that feels or sounds any better than mine. When I play those $3000 plus guitars, I wonder why anyone would pay that kind of cash for those names, when you can get just as much guitar at half the price with EBMM.

 

[Spudmurphy]

If it wasn't for the sentimental value, I probably would have sold the Strat and LP by now.

+1.
Spud

 

[Rush]

Yes.. it's pretty bad when you pick up a 4k PRS and think, "this doesn't feel like half the guitar my EBJPM is", which is what I did the other day. I've had a hard time finding something other than an EBJPM as a six string that compared.

Figured if I had my loaded EBJPM7 I could use something else as a six, but it is proving very difficult for me to locate something comparable.

At times I've pondered, "Am I just a ebjpm fanboy?!?" , but they seriously are AMAZING guitars on so many levels.

 

[NorM]

I got over the semintial stuff and sold the LP and the strat. When I go into a music store I can't find a guitar I even want.

 

[hbucker]

I love my EVH. It's an awesome, awesome guitar. But to say it spoils what I think of my other guitars would be an over statement.

I look at them kind of like I look at my kids. They're different. Each has it's own strengths and weaknesses. And I love them all.

 

[Larry]

i must say having my axis for 4 days and i havent touched my G&L

i mean EBMM are great guitars but i still like to play different ones all have there perks

 

[Tim O'Sullivan]

I sold all my other non EBMM guitars since 'getting the addiction'!

Peavey Wolfgang, Les Paul, the list goes on and on.

The only axe that remains is the Guild Brian May, as he is my hero and I like the fact I have a guitar like his. Never play it mind! That said if anyone wants to trade it for a Mr Horsepower, I would be more than happy!

 

[kbaim]

Yes, and it sucks. Since I have had an EBMM, one of my favorite pastimes has been ruined. I used to love to go into guitar stores and play other guitars that were better than the ones I had, and daydream about how I would have one someday when I could afford it. Now, it's extremely difficult to get excited about trying other guitars, because after playing other guitars, I don't find one that feels or sounds any better than mine. When I play those $3000 plus guitars, I wonder why anyone would pay that kind of cash for those names, when you can get just as much guitar at half the price with EBMM.

Me too.


Exactly.

 

[akozols]

Hi,

I have a bit of a different take on this. Having two EBMM in the past, I've learned how great a guitar if set up right. I "steal" what I've seen in my EBMM and use them in my setups.

When I had my EVH, noticed how great it felt to have the wear on the fingerboard edge. I add that edge to all my guitars.

I thought I did great fretwork until I saw a closeup pic of some fretwork Jon did. The fret was perfect. I was inspired by that pic, and on my last fret job, I used my triangle file and spent as much time as I needed on each fret to get them perfect. It took me hours to do, but the payoff was well worth it.

So until I can afford an EBMM, I'll do the best I can with what I have to make them play comparably.

al

 

[blackspy]

I don't find that I'm spoiled. My Axis is great guitar and I love it. My beat to crap Kramer is a great guitar and I love to play it, almost more than the Axis. I just snagged a sweet old Ibanez RG yesterday that I can't wait to get my hands on. I learned how to 'really' play on an RG neck and haven't had one since I lost that guitar to a 'stage accident'.

The EB is fantastic, and probably my most well built guitar, but I wouldn't say I'm spoiled by it. It is good, as are other guitars. If I lost my Axis, I might not buy another one due to the neck shape and lack of elbow cut, I'd definitely look into a JP though.

I like guitars to be different, I'd probably only have more than one of the same guitar if I were touring. Variety is the spice of life no? Why a bedroom player would own 5-10 of the exact same guitar is beyond me, unless its simply to collect all the colors. I don't know.

I'll say this though, if I had the dough, I'd probably want one of all the high-end Musicman guitars for sure. I'd probably also want a couple of ESP's, Ibanez, Fender, etc... Not to burst anyone's bubble here on this board, because I love them too, but no guitar is perfect, not even the Musicman.

 

[louisgtr]

The neck of an EBMM guitar will definitely spoil you. My other guitar is a mid-priced Jackson, and the neck always felt like garbage after playing my JP. I wound up stripping the finish off of the neck of the Jackson, and applied some gunstock oil to it. It feels much better now, but still isn't quite as nice as my JP. I hate the feel of finished necks. I once had a Hamer Diablo that was a very nice guitar, but it had a finished neck. I stripped the finish off of that one too, and applied gunstock oil. It turned a very good guitar into a great one. In fact, it is one that I wish I could get back.

 

[blackspy]

I'd have to agree the necks are killer. I'm a total oil/wax finish convert. I too find the finish on other necks now to be sticky and not as easy to play.

 

[ripley]

I actually stepped DOWN to pawn shop garbage after getting my first 2 MM's. my thought process was, "well... this is pretty much what I've been looking for since I started playing... so why bother trying to find something as good/better?" I have a personal rule now that if it doesn't say musicman on the headstock, there's no realy reason to pay more that $199 for it because I'm never REALLY going to play it out anywhere or record with it (well... with the exception of a jackson phil collen model [don't laugh], but I woulden't buy it new if I could help it... I coulden't morally support the majority of their product line by paying retail for one of their guitars new )

this practice of junk guitar buying has rendered some interesting pieces though, and amusingly, I actually end up playing them fairly often, but just as a small change every now and then. I think there's also a "the more bizarre and obscure, the better" clause in there somewhere too...

 

[louisgtr]

I actually stepped DOWN to pawn shop garbage after getting my first 2 MM's. my thought process was, "well... this is pretty much what I've been looking for since I started playing... so why bother trying to find something as good/better?" I have a personal rule now that if it doesn't say musicman on the headstock, there's no realy reason to pay more that $199 for it because I'm never REALLY going to play it out anywhere or record with it (well... with the exception of a jackson phil collen model [don't laugh], but I woulden't buy it new if I could help it... I coulden't morally support the majority of their product line by paying retail for one of their guitars new )

this practice of junk guitar buying has rendered some interesting pieces though, and amusingly, I actually end up playing them fairly often, but just as a small change every now and then. I think there's also a "the more bizarre and obscure, the better" clause in there somewhere too...

That Jackson Phil Collen model is nothing to laugh at , those are extremely nice guitars. People may not know it, but the guy is a closet shredder, he can cut loose when he wants to.

 

[Norrin Radd]

That Jackson Phil Collen model is nothing to laugh at , those are extremely nice guitars. People may not know it, but the guy is a closet shredder, he can cut loose when he wants to.

And really, which of us aren't closet shredders? Not that there's anything wrong with that.

 

[fogman]

Yes EBMM is a problem for me.
After not playing guitar for over 10 years I started looking around as to what to buy. Went through the usual Gibson (too heavy & expensive) Fender (not consistent in quality) PRS (just doesn't do it for me), etc.....
I still don't have a guitar because I'm holding out for the EBMM. Ever since I've tried one, I've wanted nothing else. I could have easily had many lower priced guitars by now but knowing it would be temporary I'd rather wait for the bliss!
The good thing about it though is when I get to the point of buying guitar no.2, 3, etc.... I won't have to waste any time deciding.

 

[doubleR]

I actually stepped DOWN to pawn shop garbage after getting my first 2 MM's. my thought process was, "well... this is pretty much what I've been looking for since I started playing... so why bother trying to find something as good/better?" I have a personal rule now that if it doesn't say musicman on the headstock, there's no realy reason to pay more that $199 for it because I'm never REALLY going to play it out anywhere or record with it (well... with the exception of a jackson phil collen model [don't laugh], but I woulden't buy it new if I could help it... I coulden't morally support the majority of their product line by paying retail for one of their guitars new )

this practice of junk guitar buying has rendered some interesting pieces though, and amusingly, I actually end up playing them fairly often, but just as a small change every now and then. I think there's also a "the more bizarre and obscure, the better" clause in there somewhere too...

Speaking of cheapies...

Last week on eBay I bought one of those $100 Saga Telecaster knock-off kits. I used to build model airplanes and cars when I was a kid, so this will be like an adult model-building experience. Also, I figure it will be a good father-and-son project to do with my 5-year old. Lastly, when it's done, I can keep it on a stand in the living room for whenever myself or my wife want a cheap guitar to noodle on.