diablo175

To each, their own. And I wouldn't own that if you paid me to. Looks like a good refin project

I guess "Barney Sparkle" doesn't cut it then?

Probably not quite cork sniffing, more like quirky & ill-conceived: 1) won't gig anything that's not USA production, custom shop or heavily modded w/ USA components. 2) nothing but OFR or Schaller lic'd version locking trems. 3) Nato & basswood are for beginners and tone deaf hacks 4) Truly "stock" guitars are only valuable as collector's items.

Rodan, what pup's are in the red Diablo? I put an Air Zone in the bridge and an Air Norton in the neck. Sound pretty good, but I've kept the JB & 59 that were in there. LOOKS sharp, dunnit? Very.

Rodan, what pup's are in the red Diablo?

The wife typically predicates her likes/dislikes on visual appeal of an ax. In stark contrast to her otherwise tasteful preferences, she has latched onto my project JEM as her fave. She gladly contributed monies to help bring it back from the brink of being sold off a year back. I had been tinkering and modifying it for 3 years and it just wasn't coming together as planned so, it was slated for the auction block. She protested and offered to bankroll whatever costs were incurred to make it playable and thus, keep-able. Sadly, I still haven't been able to make it truly stable-worthy (as per my exacting expectations of trem and tone). Outside of that, it plays & looks great but I'm scheming to find a way to unload it to amass funds to pay for the custom order Cali.

The wife typically predicates her likes/dislikes on visual appeal of an ax. In stark contrast to her otherwise tasteful preferences, she has latched onto my project JEM as her fave. She gladly contributed monies to help bring it back from the brink of being sold off a year back. I had been tinkering and modifying it for 3 years and it just wasn't coming together as planned so, it was slated for the auction block. She protested and offered to bankroll whatever costs were incurred to make it playable and thus, keep-able. Sadly, I still haven't been able to make it truly stable-worthy (as per my exacting expectations of trem and tone). Outside of that, it plays & looks great but I'm scheming to find a way to unload it to amass funds to pay for the custom order Cali.

yet it's kewl for everyone who has no business in this matter to stick their 2 cents in, make ignorant comments that are not wanted, warranted and not neded grow up and learn to look in your own backyard before condemning others, when you can walk on water, give me a call, until then, stay the hell out of my business.. IndianScout- While I seriously doubt you can grasp the concept, consider this: this is a public forum, in which we also buy, sell & trade stuff. Your actions on here effect all of us directly or indirectly. It most definitely IS our business. You've made it that way. If this situation is invasive or intrusive, I suggest you get the fuck out.

Bravo! Just so long as it doesn't prevent that dude from getting his fucking lungs stomped on. Kiz, Please be careful, bro. I'm all for breaking heads & stomping guts when & where warranted but I'd hate to see any HFC-er doing time and developing a police record over the person, who, IMO, ain't worth it. If a beat down happens, it shouldn't be because it was OPENLY discussed on here. We're better than that. That fucker will get what's coming to him. Don't let it be at (y)our expense.

Good for you, Dave. You're an example of why this forum rocks.

Simply one of the best threads ever: http://www.hamerfanclub.com/forums/topic/19391-grade-this-for-me-please/ Missed this the first time thru. I was riveted. Truly Pulitzer- grade material in that thread, MCChris.

Interesting quandary here: do we act our age and eschew the trappings of our younger days or do we say, "damn the torpedoes, I'll play what I like?" I'm with BlueRedWhite and also say, " f*ck it. I'm almost 47 and I enjoy playing pointy-shaped shredder axes. Deal with it."

It was for guitar strings, actually- the by-line was, "they keep on rocking as long as you do" or something like that...I have a copious stash of old guitar for the practicing musicians in otherwise excellent condition.

Good point and one I considered as well. However, it is a valid comparison of two stock guitars. Fact is, Ibby p'ups have never been widely renown for their superior sound qualities. No doubt some out there like 'em. But a guitar is the sum of it's parts and frankly, the JEM is left wanting imo. That being said, I have a project JEM 555 I upgraded w/ a custom made neck, the Edge Pro and Dimazio Evo2 and Breed. The body is made of basswood and is the weak link imo. Tonally, it sounds thinner than my Hamers and am seriously considering getting a an alder or mahogany replacement body and custom painting it. Sadly, there would be NOTHING left of the original JEM at that point.

I'd like to think I can be objective and unbiased but can anyone truly be so? That being said, I think the Diablo2 sounded fuller and had a more pleasing tone to my ear. Your mileage may vary...

Wasn't it Tim "Ripper" Owens? That particular phase of JP's history was fodder for a lame movie with Mark Wahlberg & Jennifer Aniston called Rock Star. Pee-U!

+1 Rhythm guitars are nice and chunky, too. Sweet leads, nice harmonizing. Goddam, I love a good metal tune!

... the throttle on my new bike. Music by Harley Davidson and Vance & Hines.

LOL I'm from the same place, Zen- Metal Health was my badge of distinction in high school. Everyone was listening to Rush and Michael Jackson and the Bangles back then and I was proudly walking around humming "Come one feel the noize..." Even had a Quiet Riot pin I wore on my jean jacket... :lol:

For me, a pivotal and era-defining record. That bit of vinyl (along with a few others) will forever personify my early teen years.

Is any wonder? With the level of partying and substance abuse, coupled with the rigors of the road from the 70's & early 80's, it's amazing they hung on as long as they have. Kudos to Joe and Steven for scaling back on or eliminating the drugs and booze and working out.

NIce score! I remember those, though never played one. Have to say, the Wonder Bar did not stay around long. I'll be interested in hearing your opinion on it after you've played it a for a while.

I'm guessing that imports typically do account for the majority of profit in most guitar companies. They have their custom and USA lines for visibility and credibility and the cheaper-to-produce imports. They sell at a decent profit to all the aspiring players who want to own a (insert brand name here) just like their idol/inspiration but can't shell out the 2 - 4 grand for a new USA-made or CS. Even the 800- 1000 bucks for decent used ax puts a lot of the USA & higher end import models outta the range of your average working stiff guitar player.

What they said! Solid and catchy. Quality production and vocals. Great job!

Poland has whammy bar for fingers...