Hi -
I am still in the market for my first Guild and am currently looking at an S-100 as an upgrade electric. I knew nothing about these guitars until I saw The Shins in concert and noticed the guitarist playing what looked like a Gibson SG with off-center horns. Anywho, I absolutely loved the tone he got from what I later learned was a Guild S-100 and am now in the market for one. Can anyone tell from the pics whether he's playing a vintage or 90's reissue S100?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/atljogger/1678969093/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/atljogger/1615117153/
http://www.avclub.com/content/files/images/shins4.jpg
http://www.kingsarms.co.nz/pictures/jpe ... Shins2.jpg
At this point I'm trying to decide between the vintage and reissue. Are there major tonal differences between the models? I'm looking for a guitar that can do rock (The Clash / various punk) and cleaner tones for americana/rock-a-billy. I understand that the reissues have Seymour Duncan pups vs. original Guilds and the bridge is different. Also, I read there are differences within the reissues themselves? (1994-96 versus late 90's)? I know I want the phaser switch and one with a thin neck but other than that don't have a clue. Looks like I will be doing a sight unseen Ebay purchase so any input is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
J
I am still in the market for my first Guild and am currently looking at an S-100 as an upgrade electric. I knew nothing about these guitars until I saw The Shins in concert and noticed the guitarist playing what looked like a Gibson SG with off-center horns. Anywho, I absolutely loved the tone he got from what I later learned was a Guild S-100 and am now in the market for one. Can anyone tell from the pics whether he's playing a vintage or 90's reissue S100?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/atljogger/1678969093/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/atljogger/1615117153/
http://www.avclub.com/content/files/images/shins4.jpg
http://www.kingsarms.co.nz/pictures/jpe ... Shins2.jpg
At this point I'm trying to decide between the vintage and reissue. Are there major tonal differences between the models? I'm looking for a guitar that can do rock (The Clash / various punk) and cleaner tones for americana/rock-a-billy. I understand that the reissues have Seymour Duncan pups vs. original Guilds and the bridge is different. Also, I read there are differences within the reissues themselves? (1994-96 versus late 90's)? I know I want the phaser switch and one with a thin neck but other than that don't have a clue. Looks like I will be doing a sight unseen Ebay purchase so any input is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
J