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Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 10:08 am
by soundmasterg
I don't have the time to look for it, but I was on the predecessor to the RickResource site way back when and I'm not sure if those post from there are in the archives too here or not. Its been a looong time since that site was around....I'm thinking '98 or '99 maybe?
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 1:18 pm
by ozover50
January 17, 2005:
Greetings all from Melbourne, Australia
I'm looking at buying a new 330 (Fireglo) and would appreciate any comments.
A bit of background first - took up playing again 18 months ago (after a 30 year break) and I'm loving it. Currently playing a Squire Strat, Brian Moore i8-1000 and Yamaha APX5. I've always drooled over Gretsch and Rickenbacker and played both recently. The Gretsch (G1628T-1962 Duo Jet) was a big disappointment but the Rickenbacker felt pretty good (the neck is a lot thicker than I'm used to but I'm sure I'll get used to it). The action seemed very high but no doubt this can be altered.
I was wondering if it was possible to fit a tremelo to the 330 and if so, could it be a Bigsby.
Rics are very hard to get here (the distributor takes what the factory is prepared to give him) and I know of a guy who's been waiting over 12 months for a 370, so I'm pretty keen. Even the case grabs me!
I've also played a American Deluxe Golden Anniversary Strat and was really impressed. I know they are totally different axes but the Strat may suit my style of playing and taste in music (60s, Jazz, Blues, Floyd, Santana, AC/DC).
Maybe your comments (including any on the Strat) will tip me over toward the Ric.
Looking forward to any feedback.
Cheers
My apologies for all the references to other brands..... I think may have purchased enough Ricks since then to show my allegiance and be forgiven........ yes?
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 1:29 pm
by charlyg
I think we may have a hung jury Howard!!
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 1:32 pm
by jwr2
I can't track down my first post ... the earliest that I could find was about 2004 ...
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 2:08 pm
by jps
As far as I can tell this is my first post:
'Posted on Wednesday, February 12, 2003 - 07:58 pm:
I used to have a '67 4005WB in Jetglo so unfortunately I couldn't tell you what the headstock on mine was like.'
If I find any earlier you will know about it!
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 2:13 pm
by ozover50
Aw c'mon, Charly! I was a greenhorn and didn't know the rules........ gimme a break!!!
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 2:27 pm
by charlyg
It may cost ya at least one Cuban!!!!!! The cigar not the people.
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 2:34 pm
by lyle_from_minneapolis
Are we actually not supposed to mention other brands? Or is that just a funny? I've broken that rule a lot...then again, I also say Voldemort.
Man, I sure can't find that first post, not even sure what it was. I did find #6.
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 2:51 pm
by alanz
We can talk about any guitar we want, Mark, and often do.
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 3:25 pm
by elysrand
Mark, nooooo! Now the Death Eaters will know right where to Apparate to find you - there is a location charm out for anyone who correctly spells the Other-Guitar-Brands-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named!
So I spell them Fundurz and Gypsons instead
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 3:39 pm
by ozover50
So you want me to try and smuggle some in, Charly?
Shame on you!!
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 4:06 pm
by lyle_from_minneapolis
Good thing I always wear my Idiocy Cloak...
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 4:10 pm
by charlyg
Actually, I'm gonna bring some Padron 1926 anniversary (Robusto) and some Cohiba 40th anniversary (#7).
They are not Cuban, but VERY good!
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 4:57 pm
by ozover50
OK..... I'll bring some Montecristos - or
something!
Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2007 6:10 pm
by beatlefreak
It definitely takes some time and some digging to find that first post. Keep trying, guys!