I really shouldn't... (would you).

[Mr Grumpy]

... but I might.

Just saw this today, I can't test it out, it's not cheap (although it might be decent value?), I could buy it in the UK and get it sent to my parents house - the wife will never know; well...

It's just the, THE, one guitar I've always wanted, and if it's as good as my 2018 junior then it'll be worth the price.

2019 limited edition:

Gibson USA 2019 SG Special in Faded Pelham Blue - andertons-cas

Only $1550 $US...

Having said that, I paid that for my SG junior and it's worth every cent (penny).

 

[Thatbastarddon]

Ummmmmmmmmmm.........



Yes. Fookin yes.... heck yes....why are you even asking. Yes.

 

[Mr Grumpy]

They've made similar stuff from time to time like the 2011 SG classic and the 2016 SG standard, also there was a SG special 60s without the binding, but not too often that these 60s style specials with the binding in white of pelham blue come out - there was the Pete Townsend ltd ed version.

Here's a 1969 SG special, batwing, at about US$3500:

A 1966, angel pickguard with the vibrola type thingy (better off without that?):

I looked around ebay, saw some Custom Shop versions (not Pelham Blue), in average condition for about US$2500. This one is nice:

Couldn't find a Pelham Blue.

I reckon, if these are made as well as the 2018 juniors, that they'll sell out really fast and hold their value well.

 

[Col Mustard]

SG with P-90s... a classic tone!
SG with wrap over bridge... another classic tone.

Hard to pass up, except for the price. I'd be inclined to wait for Gibson to mark them down
later, but given Gibson's corporate troubles, maybe it's best to get one right now, don't wait.

I did that as soon as I heard that Gibson was in trouble... sold some older gear and bought
myself a Gibson J-45 AG, made in January 2018. I've had my J-45 for six months and have
NO regrets.


So if you felt like you had to pounce on the 'one guitar you've always wanted"
I would understand perfectly. Your wife might not, so you should include some
money in the budget to buy something for her that she's always wanted.
Then you'll be even, and not in the dog house. Good luck and good hunting...

 

[flatrockmobile]

You only live once!!! Do what makes you happy and never look back!

 

[flatrockmobile]

P90 in the neck position is quite a yummy tone...not trying to influence you, just saying.

 

[Gahr]

If you can afford it, jump on it! Since it is a limited edition, I suspect it will sell quickly and might be hard to find at a lower price later.

 

[smitty_p]

SG with P-90s... a classic tone!
SG with wrap over bridge... another classic tone.

Hard to pass up, except for the price. I'd be inclined to wait for Gibson to mark them down
later, but given Gibson's corporate troubles, maybe it's best to get one right now, don't wait.

I did that as soon as I heard that Gibson was in trouble... sold some older gear and bought
myself a Gibson J-45 AG, made in January 2018. I've had my J-45 for six months and have
NO regrets.
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So if you felt like you had to pounce on the 'one guitar you've always wanted"
I would understand perfectly. Your wife might not, so you should include some
money in the budget to buy something for her that she's always wanted.
Then you'll be even, and not in the dog house. Good luck and good hunting...

Hey, Colonel...

Gettin’ crazy with a cut capo, I see!

 

[eSGEe]

so did you order it yet?

 

[JohnnyGoo]

Buy it. I wouldnt get a Trem on a SG that has a wrap around bridge. The bridge rocks around ect. Get the Pellam Blue one

 

[jtcnj]

If it is what you really want and can afford it, go for it.
I really like everything about that.

 

[Don O]

You didn't expect a "No don't buy it !" from this crowd did ya? Buy the damn thing muey pronto...

 

[Mr Grumpy]

so did you order it yet?

Yeah,

a few beers and it was done. I will send pics once it has arrived at my parents place and they've sent me pics... It may be 6-30 months before I play it, but it will always be there waiting for me...

I now have 2 out of 3 of my holy trinity. I want a sexy 339 then I am out! Just like this one:

 

[Mr Grumpy]

bought
myself a Gibson J-45 AG

That, Sir, is absolutely gorgeous!

ou only live once!!! Do what makes you happy and never look back!

You speak wise words, Sir.

If you can afford it, jump on it! Since it is a limited edition, I suspect it will sell quickly and might be hard to find at a lower price later.

Most respected member, I believe you are correct. Not many (if any) 2018 juniors available nowadays...

Buy it. I wouldnt get a Trem on a SG that has a wrap around bridge. The bridge rocks around ect. Get the Pellam Blue one

You, me, same same, hot dog, baby.

I really like everything about that.

You know your stuff, my friend.

You didn't expect a "No don't buy it !" from this crowd did ya? Buy the damn thing muey pronto...

Hmmm, hard to argue with that.

 

[Gahr]

Congrats on a most awesome guitar! I think I would be close to dying though, knowing I wouldn't be able to play it for that long!

 

[Mr Grumpy]

I would be close to dying though, knowing I wouldn't be able to play it for that long!

On the upside, the wife is very far way from complaining to me about it...

&, why are you reading this rubbish thread when you should be playing that fantastic tele of yours, in that beautiful house with your lovely family while drinking amazing beer!

 

[Mr Grumpy]

Here we go, for the non-believers (maybe that's mainly me?):

Hi Mr Grumpy

Thank you for ordering from Andertons Music Co. We have received your order XXXXXXXX

Product Qty Each Total

Gibson USA 2019 SG Special in Faded Pelham Blue
SKU: SGSP19FPCH1

1

£1,199.00

£1,199.00

Subtotal:

£1,199.00

Savings:

£0.00

Delivery:

Free

Order Total:

£1,199.00

 

[Mr Grumpy]

I've asked for many many photos BECAUSE:

1) I wanna see it

2) I wanna send it back if there're issues.

I'll share them, then ask Don to pop around my parents house (close to Cambridge) and check it out!

 

[syscokid]

I'll share them, then ask Don to pop around my parents house (close to Cambridge) and check it out!

This is actually a very good idea.

On the other hand, I could not do what you just did with this purchase. This would be like driving myself more insane while waiting for my prize to come into my hands. More power to you, Sir...

 

[gball]

It's just the, THE, one guitar I've always wanted

This is the end of the discussion for me. If you can afford it then buy it.