The Original Gibson Factory In Kalamazoo, Michigan Is Still Making Guitars..., ...Just under a different name |
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The Original Gibson Factory In Kalamazoo, Michigan Is Still Making Guitars..., ...Just under a different name |
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Sep 24 2011, 06:34 PM |
Back in the 80's Gibson moved all of their production from their original factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to their other factory in Tennessee. Many of the original workers didn't want to relocate, so they bought all the old equipment from Gibson and began making their own guitars, under the name "Heritage Guitars". These are the same workers and equipment that produced the original high quality instruments, unlike the current Gibsons, whose quality sometimes leaves little to be desired. Check out their website below.
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Sep 24 2011, 11:03 PM |
I've heard of this brand! Cool sounding,thanks for share
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Sep 25 2011, 12:34 AM |
The guitarist in my uncles band has one of these, had no idea it was made in that factory though. I'd have to say they sound better than a Gibson and feel better.
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Sep 25 2011, 01:31 AM |
I have bought 5 new Gibsons, and have been satisfied with the quality. A 6th I bought used, produced about 8 or 9 years ago. All is fine with it, other than a few nicks I and the original owner put on it. From what I have heard, they did have some quality control issues a few decades back (Norlin era). They did some strange things at that time, such as a three piece maple top sometimes on a Les Paul, I have seen one of those. But those days are long gone. In my experience they have supported their products well, and have been very concerned about maintaining their reputation in a positive way. How many new Gibsons have you actually purchased?
Back in the 80's Gibson moved all of their production from their original factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to their other factory in Tennessee. Many of the original workers didn't want to relocate, so they bought all the old equipment from Gibson and began making their own guitars, under the name "Heritage Guitars". These are the same workers and equipment that produced the original high quality instruments, unlike the current Gibsons, whose quality sometimes leaves little to be desired. Check out their website below.
Heritage Guitars Website This post has been edited by fkalich: Sep 25 2011, 02:00 AM |
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Sep 26 2011, 04:51 AM |
lovely guitar, but looks like a very old fashioned company, i can't see where to buy or how much are they
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Sep 26 2011, 05:03 AM |
lovely guitar, but looks like a very old fashioned company, i can't see where to buy or how much are they You would have to check their dealer page to see who offers the best price and selection, but here is one dealers list of the Heritage solid bodies. http://www.bananasmusic.com/productlist2.a...lectric-Guitars -------------------- He who laughs last thinks slowest. "That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence." - Christopher Hitchens Gear: Guitars: Uncle Rufus' Twanger Classic Amps: Mississippi Boom Box Mojo: Hammer of Odin and a pair of Ox gonads Inspiration: Samuel Adams Boston Lager Zero to Hero: 1,387/10,000 |
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Sep 26 2011, 12:57 PM |
Almost any Gibson I've played, and I've played many Gibson guitars - were well made instruments with tone that doesn't disappoint. I think quality control on Gibsons is very good, but I also think new Gibsons do NOT deserve the price they have. It's often too much.
I would like to try this brand, unfortunately I believe there is a huge number of small guitar makers that make quality guitars out there. Many of their guitars can match the quality of the big brands for affordable price. It would be great to own a couple of these. Again, then the search must be on, and you must know what you are looking for. -------------------- - Ivan's Video Chat Lesson Notes HERE
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Sep 26 2011, 02:41 PM |
As fkalich says Gibson did have a quality problem in the early/mid 80s that affected some of its output.
From memory Norlin tried to have Gibson make models that covered the a high end/custom guitar down to the lower priced mass market. In line with that they had the various factories concentrate on specific markets according to price range and moved some production out of the US. Around the same time some ex Gibson workers set up Heritage Guitars - I think part of the reason was that they were not happy with Gibson/Norlin's business strategy. At the time I think most/all of the Heritage range were semi-acoustics and jazz guitars that, at least to me, had a clear Gibson influence. I think also that the majority of the Heritage output was quite expensive - about the same price as say an equivalent USA Gibson. Personally I've never had an issue with the quality of the Gibsons that I have and that I have played. I chose to buy my first, pre-Norlin, Gibson semi way back in the late70s despite having the chance to buy alternatives that cost less and arguably were as well made. That Gibson is now worth much more than I paid for it and still performs beautifully and still brings a smile to my face when I play her some 30 odd years after she was made. To me she represents great value for money albeit that VfM is a pretty subjective notion . -------------------- Get your music professionally mastered by anl AES registered Mastering Engineer. Contact me for Audio Mastering Services and Advice and visit our website www.miromastering.com
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Sep 26 2011, 08:04 PM |
Hm, if those guitars do cost the same as Gibsons, then Gibson would be still better investment. It's value will grow more quicker then the other brand, specially on some rare models.
But who knows, Stradivari made some violins back in the days too, and now they are worth millions. Perhaps something similar will happen in 200-300 years with these more "rarer" brands. -------------------- - Ivan's Video Chat Lesson Notes HERE
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