1 Topic by kestrou (edited by kestrou 2012-02-25 15:45:14)

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Topic: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

I almost jumped on the first run of Bonaburst guitars - nice looking - but I liked the Gibby Studio Goldtop for 1/3 the price instead.

Well, then they did an EEEEEEVIL thing - they upped the ante to "flame top" and my knees just buckled!  yikes

Here it is with the case just opened - and it has Joe's signature mismatched volume/tone knobs.  For whatever reason the ferrule isn't installed on the rhythm/treble switch (but it was included in the case in a little plastic baggie).
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst1.jpg

Pickguard, pickup mounts and poker chip are also in classic JoBo black - but can you see the flame from there?
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst2.jpg

Strings are top-wrapped, and the bridge saddles for the highest three strings are nylon, while the low three are steel - which is evidently what JoBo himself likes http://www.300guitars.com/300s-tips/300 … idge-both/
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst3.jpg

Oh!  Be still my heart!  The top looks to be about six inches deep!!!  yikes
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst4.jpg

Grover locking tuners (just like on the Studio Goldtop), but they look a little bit "aged" here:
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst5.jpg

Oh yeah - and it came with Dunlop Straploks installed too.

That's the quick overview - would appreciate details anyone can offer on it that I don't know.  Like...

Since this came from the Gibson Custom Shop - does that mean it was Plek'd?
Is this a nitrocellulose finish on top of the burst?
What specific pick-ups are in it?

One happy camper!!! smile

kestrou

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Very nice!!

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Where’s the jealousy Icon??

Now all you need is a set of Bona-PAF’s to replace the BurstBucker2/3

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Beautiful is all I can say.

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Congrats!

Burstbucker 2 and 3 pickups in those guitars

Details from WW site:

Brand:    Gibson Custom Shop
Model:    Joe Bonamassa LTD Figured Les Paul VOS
Finish Color:    Bonamassa Burst
Finish Type:    VOS
Top Wood:    Carved Figured Maple
Body Wood:    Weight-Relieved Mahogany with Black Back
Neck Wood:    1-Piece Mahogany
Fingerboard:    Rosewood
Inlays:    Acrylic Trapezoid
Scale Length:    24 3/4"
Width at Nut:    1 11/16"
Frets:    22
Pickups:    BurstBucker 2 (R) and BurstBucker 3 (T)
Controls:    2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS Pots and Bumble Bee Caps
Hardware :    Nickel
Bridge:    ABR-1 Bridge w/o Retainer Wire
Tailpiece:    Aluminum Stopbar
Unique Features:    Bonamassa Truss Rod Cover
Case:    Brown Hardshell Case with Joe Bonamassa's Signature
Case Candy:    Dunlop Strap Locks
COA:    Yes

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

kestrou wrote:

I almost jumped on the first run of Bonaburst guitars - nice looking - but I liked the Gibby Studio Goldtop for 1/3 the price instead.

Well, then they did an EEEEEEVIL thing - they upped the ante to "flame top" and my knees just buckled!  yikes

Here it is with the case just opened - and it has Joe's signature mismatched volume/tone knobs.  For whatever reason the ferrule isn't installed on the rhythm/treble switch (but it was included in the case in a little plastic baggie).
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst1.jpg

Pickguard, pickup mounts and poker chip are also in classic JoBo black - but can you see the flame from there?
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst2.jpg

Strings are top-wrapped, and the bridge saddles for the highest three strings are nylon, while the low three are steel - which is evidently what JoBo himself likes http://www.300guitars.com/300s-tips/300 … idge-both/
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst3.jpg

Oh!  Be still my heart!  The top looks to be about six inches deep!!!  yikes
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst4.jpg

Grover locking tuners (just like on the Studio Goldtop), but they look a little bit "aged" here:
http://kestrou.com/images/bonaburst5.jpg

Oh yeah - and it came with Dunlop Straploks installed too.

That's the quick overview - would appreciate details anyone can offer on it that I don't know.  Like...

Since this came from the Gibson Custom Shop - does that mean it was Plek'd?
Is this a nitrocellulose finish on top of the burst?
What specific pick-ups are in it?

One happy camper!!! smile

kestrou

Congrats looks absolutely amazing
cheers Ron

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Fantastic, amazing, and perfect all rolled up into one awesome looking guitar.  Congrats!

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

A Stunner!

Congrats and enjoy.

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

SWEET !!!:)

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

kestrou wrote:

Strings are top-wrapped, and the bridge saddles for the highest three strings are nylon, while the low three are steel

That's the quick overview - would appreciate details anyone can offer on it that I don't know.  Like...

Since this came from the Gibson Custom Shop - does that mean it was Plek'd?
Is this a nitrocellulose finish on top of the burst?

kestrou

I think the metal saddles are nickel plated brass.

Yes it is plek'd
Yes nitro - but the gibson nitro is fairly plastic these days - they wouldn't be allowed the old compound anymore.

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Very nice! Play in good health! Regarding the nitro, it's fairly thick on the top as well. I got a ding on it and was actually able to polish it out with some Turtle Wax Clay Bar. Looks good as new. smile

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Congrats on the new guitar.... I just bought JB-114 from Wildwood.   I should get it out on the road late next week.   They look stunning..  I picked out a light one.   Should be tons of fun!!
Joe B

13 Reply by PSmith1946 (edited by PSmith1946 2012-02-26 11:01:47)

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Wish I had the money but don't. If you have, Guitar Village are showing them as in stock now for £3299.

Come on the Blades (sorry Idolbone just had to borrow your line)

14 Reply by kestrou (edited by kestrou 2012-02-26 11:03:28)

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Joe Bonamassa wrote:

Congrats on the new guitar.... I just bought JB-114 from Wildwood.   I should get it out on the road late next week.   They look stunning..  I picked out a light one.   Should be tons of fun!!
Joe B

Joe - I just can't tell you how pleased I am with this guitar - it's everything I've ever dreamed of in a VERY nice guitar!  Even my wife is impressed with the flame top and how classy the overall package looks. cool

Mine is #083 - there were about 16 of them on Wildwood's site when they were first posted there - I used the "compare" feature to pick out what I thought were the six flamiest (is that a word? smile )  and then compared weight too.  The one I got was the lightest (hair under 8.5 pounds) and was the flamiest to my eye based on the pics posted.

I believe your goal was to inspire people to play more - so I have to tell you that's been accomplished here!!!

kestrou

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Joe Bonamassa wrote:

Congrats on the new guitar.... I just bought JB-114 from Wildwood.   I should get it out on the road late next week.   They look stunning..  I picked out a light one.   Should be tons of fun!!
Joe B

I can't believe JB has to buy his own signature guitar! 

Will it be coming to Brighton in March Joe?

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

That's a great guitar.  Congratulations!

I'm still playing my plain top Bonaburst but the flame tops look very exciting.

Congrats again!

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

The plain top Bonabursts didn't do much for me, but those flame-tops are killer.

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Re: NGD: Bonaburst FLAMETOP!

Anyone know how many they made of these guitars ?

Going  to pickup nr 69 this week here in the netherlands.. Can't wait

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