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As detailed in another recent thread, I am looking to upgrade my Les Paul. I had originally planned on an R7, but the neck might be a bit much for me so I am also going to check out R8s. In addition, I will borrow an R7 from my local store for a few days to see how my hand adjusts to it (I had always read that thick necks were good for those with arthritis but maybe I am the exception to that rule).
But in addition to Historics, I am also considering a Les Paul Custom. I've always loved the look of them (particularly the black ones), and the neck seems to work for me, so that model is a contender especially as there are a couple available through L&M for decent prices.
What I would like to know though, especially from anyone who might own both a Custom and a Historic, is how the Customs compare in terms of quality, etc. Are the Customs a bit better than Historics? Are they a step below? Or are they on par, simply with a different feel to them?
@guitarman2 was nice enough to offer their opinion in my other thread, but I am hoping to hear from more people in order to get as wide a range of opinions as possible.
I know that I don't like the pickups that come in the Customs but those are an easy swap.
Any info anyone can provide on how Customs and Historics compare to each other would be appreciated.
But in addition to Historics, I am also considering a Les Paul Custom. I've always loved the look of them (particularly the black ones), and the neck seems to work for me, so that model is a contender especially as there are a couple available through L&M for decent prices.
What I would like to know though, especially from anyone who might own both a Custom and a Historic, is how the Customs compare in terms of quality, etc. Are the Customs a bit better than Historics? Are they a step below? Or are they on par, simply with a different feel to them?
@guitarman2 was nice enough to offer their opinion in my other thread, but I am hoping to hear from more people in order to get as wide a range of opinions as possible.
I know that I don't like the pickups that come in the Customs but those are an easy swap.
Any info anyone can provide on how Customs and Historics compare to each other would be appreciated.