1 Topic by Parasite68 (edited by Parasite68 2015-07-05 06:25:41)

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Topic: My 2011 Epi Traditional Pro that I Bonmassafied!

This is a picture of a 2011 Trad Pro GT that I blacked out myself, changed the bottom speed knobs and slapped a Bigsby on. The whole thing was a project guitar that pretty much fell into my lap. At the time, I was Gassing for a bonamassa GT but couldn't find one to my liking. Since then I've been able to score the JB gold top and a JB pelham blue.  God, I love those 2 guitars. A lot  of people gripe about te neck being too thick but I love the feel.  For a thick neck its really fast IMO.  In case my picture doesn't come out, my avatar is my trad pro JB tribute.  Just wanted to share!

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Re: My 2011 Epi Traditional Pro that I Bonmassafied!

Nice looking guitar. I'd like to add a Bigsby LP to my collection some day.

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Re: My 2011 Epi Traditional Pro that I Bonmassafied!

Rusty wrote:

Nice looking guitar. I'd like to add a Bigsby LP to my collection some day.

Than you!  If you're going to add a Bigsby, I highly recommend the Vibramate and spoiler to go with it.  No need for drilling so you don't put permanent holes in your guitar and you can remove it at any time without doing damage.  The spoiler makes string changes super fast and easy!

"There's a hard life for every silver spoon, there's a touch of grey for every shade of blue.  That's the way that I see life.  If there was nothing wrong, then there'd be nothing right." - Brent Smith
"The blues aint nothing but a good man feeling bad". Leon Redbone
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Re: My 2011 Epi Traditional Pro that I Bonmassafied!

Parasite68 wrote:
Rusty wrote:

Nice looking guitar. I'd like to add a Bigsby LP to my collection some day.

Than you!  If you're going to add a Bigsby, I highly recommend the Vibramate and spoiler to go with it.  No need for drilling so you don't put permanent holes in your guitar and you can remove it at any time without doing damage.  The spoiler makes string changes super fast and easy!

Yes, I've done some research and the Vibramate is a great option. If I go the add on route, that would be my first choice. What I'd really like is a CC #3

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Re: My 2011 Epi Traditional Pro that I Bonmassafied!

It avoids drilling, but if it matters to you, be aware that the pads on the bridge post adapter can leave blemishes in the finish. I have a custom shop R7 where you can see the marks from the vibramate.

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