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GMC Forum _ GEAR & PRODUCTION _ What Is A Good Metal Guitar?
Posted by: TreyDeschamp Oct 26 2009, 03:45 AM
Long time no see guys. Lately my playing has been improving so I'm thinking its time to get rid of the cheap gear and start new with some professional equipment. I have been looking for a new metal guitar, specifically for the metalcore genre. I looked at the typical Jackson guitars, but something was making me look at PRS and ESP guitars. Any suggestions?
Posted by: audiopaal Oct 26 2009, 09:27 AM
Most good guitars can be used for metal.
If you got a great amp with a great overdrive/distortion channel, or a great distortion pedal, almost any guitar will do 
So my suggestion is to buy a guitar you like a lot and feel comfortable with
And of course have good amp/effects combo
Or a good modelling option! (Line6, Boss, Axe-FX etc.)
That way you'l be trashing in no time 
Posted by: vampire18 Oct 26 2009, 10:07 AM
there are a couple of mroe things to think about, for example weather or not you need a whammy because a neckthrough static bridge would help your sustain a lot. types of woods and pickups for the sound your going for, if its shreddy or very heavy
Posted by: Chokehold Oct 26 2009, 11:09 AM
I think that Schecter makes great metal guitars.
Posted by: superize Oct 26 2009, 11:46 AM
Jackson are great for Metal
Posted by: edguy Oct 26 2009, 12:01 PM
One + for schecter guitars. I will buy one by myself
Posted by: mhskeide Oct 26 2009, 12:07 PM
As audiopaal says, I would prioritate to put my money in a good amp. If you have some size at your budget, you may consider Engl, higher end Marshalls, Blackstar or similar. Line 6 also have good amps for metal, though I don`t know them as much.
for guitar, I would stay away from PRS if it`s exclusively a metal guitar you want. PRS are very versatile guitars, but you`ll find a similar good metal guitar for a mucher lower price.
ESP, Scechter, Jackson, Ibanez, Dean (not mentioned a lot on gmc..?) are all good metal guitars which will give some good bang for your buck(not all of the models of course, but you`ll easily see which on suits the style 
).
For further help, you must be a bit more specific for which tones you seek. If it`s a sharp tone like Dime, or a destructive gain-tone like Meshuggah.
Posted by: Ulrik Oct 26 2009, 12:16 PM
I was thinking of buying a Washburn WM17
http://www.aage.dk/shop/elektriske-guitarer/washburn/wm17-metallic-black.html
I know it's still a cheap guitar and maybe not as pro as Trey wants.
I might be able to get it for around 180 euro.
Now I only have this very very cheap squier 3xsingle coil pickups, and the Washburn would definately be an upgrade.
What do you say, that's a good price right? (I can't afford anything much more expensive)
Posted by: mhskeide Oct 26 2009, 12:25 PM
http://www.aage.dk/shop/elektriske-guitarer/washburn/wm17-metallic-black.html
I know it's still a cheap guitar and maybe not as pro as Trey wants.
I might be able to get it for around 180 euro.
Now I only have this very very cheap squier 3xsingle coil pickups, and the Washburn would definately be an upgrade.
What do you say, that's a good price right? (I can't afford anything much more expensive)
I agree with you that is definitely an upgrade. You`ll get humbuckers which is a must if you`re seeking a metal guitar, and the whammy is a fun addition even though I would`nt expect too much quality for that price.
Posted by: Ulrik Oct 26 2009, 12:38 PM
Thank you.
Actually the normal price is 400, so I think I'll by it!
Posted by: mhskeide Oct 26 2009, 12:45 PM
Actually the normal price is 400, so I think I'll by it!
Depends on what you`re looking for.
When I felt it was time to buy my own el. guitar, I got an Ibanez for around 350 €. My preferance has always been rock and metal, but for the beginner I was then, the guitar felt great for anything!
If you`re in a bit of the same situation, I think you can buy that Washburn with safety
Tell us how you like it if you go for it
Posted by: TreyDeschamp Oct 26 2009, 01:11 PM
for guitar, I would stay away from PRS if it`s exclusively a metal guitar you want. PRS are very versatile guitars, but you`ll find a similar good metal guitar for a mucher lower price.
ESP, Scechter, Jackson, Ibanez, Dean (not mentioned a lot on gmc..?) are all good metal guitars which will give some good bang for your buck(not all of the models of course, but you`ll easily see which on suits the style
).For further help, you must be a bit more specific for which tones you seek. If it`s a sharp tone like Dime, or a destructive gain-tone like Meshuggah.
I do play on my line 6's meshuggah setting...ALOT! I do need a wam-bam. I think I'm just going to make the 4 hour trek to my nearest guitar center and try them all out!
Posted by: mhskeide Oct 26 2009, 01:25 PM
If you have a large guitar center "nearby" with all those brands, I would definitely take a road trip and they them all out
Posted by: ZakkWylde Oct 26 2009, 02:34 PM
How about teling us how much you are able to spend on your new metal guitar?!? 
Posted by: TreyDeschamp Oct 27 2009, 02:05 AM
Good Idea! WELLLLLLL my parents think I'm wanting the Matt Tuck Signature roads so since they set their price on the price of that guitar anywhere from 0-1200 dollars.
Posted by: Roadside Oct 27 2009, 07:19 AM
You should consider Ibanez, too. Go to your local shop and check some out
Posted by: ZakkWylde Oct 27 2009, 01:49 PM
The Jackson Matt Tuck Signature Rhoads is an amazing guitar! It plays, feels and sounds like a 2k+ guitar!!!
I was close to buying one but then I went for a used USA Jackson...
Posted by: Ivan Milenkovic Oct 27 2009, 10:43 PM
I recommend Jackson as well. Trond has a great guitar that sounds awesome for riffage, and I heard it has great playability, perhaps you can throw him a PM.
Posted by: TreyDeschamp Oct 28 2009, 04:00 AM
I was close to buying one but then I went for a used USA Jackson...
I've been looking at that one heavily but I cant find the one that is black with silver bevels rather then silver with black bevels.
Posted by: Shadow21 Oct 28 2009, 10:15 PM
Go to a guitar shop, and start trying guitars out untill you find one that you feel comfortable with.
Also ask the man in the shop for some help (:
That's what I did, and it was the best thing to do, I found a guitar that I'm in love with haha
Posted by: Braer Oct 28 2009, 10:38 PM
I recomend a Fernandes guitar and a Engl AMP.
Fernandes Dragonfly is a great guitar. i think they (atleast mine) came with a sustainer. Awsome for metal!
Here is a pic: http://www.maxvolume.pl/MAXsklep/images/fernandes/DragonflyProOceanB.jpg
vid of amp :
well, you dont need a sustainer with that crazyyyyyyyyy amp!
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