Just ordered my first EBMM jp6. Help?

[kjm1979]

First, allow me to thank everyone on the forum. The discussions that have taken place on this board have led me to give the EBMM JP6 a try. I ordered a new jp6 fully loaded with piezos matching headstock the whole nine yards. I paid $xxxx for the guitar and was told it will be built and delieverd within 2-3 weeks. My question to you all is, how would you compare these guitars to the old axis or wolfgang's (my current prefered choice, great neck.) I have several wolfie's, a couple Ibanez customs and satch sig. What can I expect good and bad when I first receive my guitar?


Again, Thanks alot guys....

 

[ScoobySteve]

It's a tough thing to compare when you've never tried the JP6 neck. It's the most unique of the EBMM variety. Flat fretboard with a thin D shaped neck.

It's really hard to describe.

I guess if you've played an Ibby wizard neck, you might feel something close. It's hard to explain, wish you could've held one before you bought it.

It's noticeably thin and wide. So it will feel much different than a Axis neck, or Wolfgang neck, and the JS neck, which was based around a 60's strat design.

 

[ProtoChicken]

and was told it will be built and delieverd within 2-3 weeks

If the guitar is being built and not coming from dealer stock you are looking at 2-3 months, not weeks.

 

[roburado]

If the guitar is being built and not coming from dealer stock you are looking at 2-3 months, not weeks.

Probably true, unless the dealer had ordered one with those exact specifications that they are now earmarking for the original poster.

 

[roburado]

What can I expect good and bad when I first receive my guitar?

Expect it to feel solidly built. Most likely, it will feel like its set up perfectly from the factory. If you're going to use the trem, you won't have to remove the arm when you put the guitar back in the case. It's designed to accomodate the arm.

You might want to get a stereo cable and run it from the stereo out into a splitter box which will send the piezo signal in one direction and the magnetic pickups' signal in another. Get a direct box with a ground lift for the piezo signal. That way you can run two amps (one for acoustic tones and one electric) without a problem with ground-loop hum.

Let's see...other potential issues? Well, you might not want to put it down. So, be prepared for being sleep-deprived. Also, be prepared for wanting to buy more EBMMs.

 

[bkrumme]

Compared to the Axis, the neck on the JP6 is super thin. The closest neck I can think of is an ESP M-II or Jackson SL, but the JP6 has a more comfortable contour. Thin D is a good way to describe it.

 

[phatduckk]

hey dude. I edited your post to remove the price... one of the few rules here is that we're not allowed to post street price.

-Arin

 

[kjm1979]

Sorry duck was not aware. The dealer I ordered thru told me 2-3 weeks and it was being built, talked too them again today so if it is gonna take 2-3 months Im gonna be pissed.

 

[ProtoChicken]

Sorry duck was not aware. The dealer I ordered thru told me 2-3 weeks and it was being built, talked too them again today so if it is gonna take 2-3 months Im gonna be pissed.

Then, like Roburado suggested they must have had had one on order. Enjoy.

 

[Crimson Sunrise]

My question to you all is, how would you compare these guitars to the old axis or wolfgang's (my current prefered choice, great neck.)

Very different in my opinion, as far as the Axis goes. (Never played a Wolfgang)

The JP6 neck is very thin and very flat (at least the one I had) and the fretboard is wider than an Axis. I once owned a JP6 and couldn't stand playing it, after I aquired my Axis(s)....so, I later sold it. You might not like the difference in necks. Although, I think the JP6 has the same fingerboard radius as the Wolfgang if I recall.

 

[Flyingvb]

Let's see...other potential issues? Well, you might not want to put it down. So, be prepared for being sleep-deprived. Also, be prepared for wanting to buy more EBMMs.

Hmm I seem to have the same issues...especially this: "Also, be prepared for wanting to buy more EBMMs."
^ This just makes me want to be JP, EB literally just throws EBMMs at him...what a lucky man..I mean God

 

[jumbowolfe]

There's definitely a huge difference in the two models. I own two Axis models and a JP. The JP neck is vastly different, yet, has that same EB vibe to it. Its a different beast, and its taken some getting used to on my part. Its like comparing apples to oranges though, especially with the different wood JP models out there now. Mine is basswood like my Axis'. I prefer the tone of my Axis models, but overall, the versatility the JP gives me at gigs with the Piezo is just amazing. We do alot of chic music with more of a softer vibe, so I blend the Piezo through the direct box/PA with my amp on clean/chorus on the neck pickup, and its just simply amazing, the tonal options you get. Try this combination with something like Wanted DOA by Bon Jovi in a live situation, and you can go from a beautiful blend on the intro and acoustic parts, then switch fully over to your amp for the distortion parts, all with one guitar. What an awesome combination!!

I don't think EB Musicman can make a bad guitar!!!