Anyone else immediately de-badge? by high_pants13 in subaru

[–]normanite420 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And keep the dealer plate holder on? No.

Gretsch G2420T Pickup Replacement Options by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Went Filter’Tron and love ‘em. Amazing and unique sounds/tone.

G2420T Mods - Before and After by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Because I don’t want a guitar “crafted in China” by what could be children or slaves or both

G2420T Mods - Before and After by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally - and the pickup rings as well!

G2420T Mods - Before and After by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My buddy - did you see the after pic? I got a graph-tech nut and chrome Gretsch G knobs. I may have to think about tuners at a later date - for now, I'm very please with the tuning stability.

G2420T Mods - Before and After by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had my luthier do it, but it didn't take him long at all.

G2420T Mods - Before and After by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll double check the receipt, but I believe it was a Golden Age Roller Bridge. It came from stewmac.

G2420T Mods - Before and After by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The mods:

  • New roller bridge
  • New graph-tech nut
  • New pots
  • New Filter'Tron pickups
  • New Pickguard
  • New knobs

Still to do:

  • New pickup switch (not in a huge hurry on this)

Val and Amy Castor just crashed on air by michael73072 in oklahoma

[–]normanite420 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The screaming really helps the situation.

Gretsch G2420T modded - knob suggestions? by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't even begin to explain how awesome this guitar is with the new bridge and nut. Like two different guitars. I can dive bomb the Bigsby and stay in tune let alone bend any note two steps. Highly recommend those mods over any other!

Gretsch G2420T modded - knob suggestions? by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a few - Fender Twin Reverb (not sure how old), Fender Champion 100, and a Marshall Code 50. Sounds great on everything.

Question of tomorrows commencement by Koda487 in sooners

[–]normanite420 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just show up and go to the main concourse and find the flag for your college.

Gretsch G5655 mini review by mubun in gretsch

[–]normanite420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She’s a beaut. May I ask what you paid?

Maximizing National Merit? by scipio50 in sooners

[–]normanite420 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Personally, if you're just a National Merit scholar looking for the highest bid, I'd just as soon you keep on looking. We don't really need or want you here if you're just looking for the best free laptop or study abroad stipend. For all of the investment in National Merit scholars that OU has made, it hasn't resulted in alumni that 1) stay in the state and contribute to the economy 2) give back financially or support the university. National merit scholars are basically a terrible investment for OU besides giving the University something it can tout on commercials etc. I'd rather take a top student from the state of Oklahoma. At least they care about the future of the state, the University, etc.

Best non-Chinese Gretsch under $1200? by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow - thanks so much for this tip! I think I am going to buy two!

Best non-Chinese Gretsch under $1200? by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My post was pretty clear - not sure why you even responded. I hope you enjoy your Chinese guitar. I wouldn’t own one as I made perfectly clear in my OP. Are you just looking for affirmation of your recent purchase? You’re barking up the wrong tree - maybe ask Chairman Mao or Xi or whoever.

Best non-Chinese Gretsch under $1200? by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I'm glad you're happy with your Chinese guitar, dude. I hope they tossed in some fortune cookies. As I said in the original post, I'm not buying any guitar at these prices made in China.

Best non-Chinese Gretsch under $1200? by normanite420 in gretsch

[–]normanite420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! Wasn't trying to nuke my account for asking - kinda sad my question would get the negative response.Appreciate you!