Gibson SG Standard faded

[Ejb]

Hi Folks.

Haven't been on for a while,I am considering buying a Gibson SG Standard Faded, I started of many years ago with an Avon SG Bass, and loved it, except the E string wouldn't tune in, only a novice at the time probably just the set up?

Anyway I have Fender Basses and have owned many more including Rickenbacker 4003 but have never found the one!

Can anyone give me their advice or experience with the Gibson?

Cheers

John

[RandomBass]

I've not owned one but have played one a couple of times. If you are ok with the shorter scale, they are very easy players - quick to move around the neck too, I found. Not particularly versatile sound-wise, but then neither are some other classics out there. Neck dive could be a problem if you don't use a wide/thick strap to help prevent this.

I did have the Epiphone EB0 for a while, and my comments above apply too. Although at £150 I wasn't complaining.

Try one if you can, it's the only way to find out for yourself really.

Cheers

Geoff

[Ejb]

Thanks Geoff

Finding it difficult to locate one to try without going into London or brighton

[kristo]

I have a faded cherry SG bass which I've being playing for a couple of years now. Coming from guitar I really dig its scale and as mentioned it's really 'easy' to play. I've fitted mine with TI Flats which I think work really well on it, mainly as I'm a pick player. I use a strap with a suede backing which helps the neck dive no end, otherwise it can be annoying. I would definitely recommend them, but my experience is limited.

I'm in north Suffolk so if you ever venture this way you are welcome to have a try.

[BigRedX]

Just bear in mind that the current Gibson SG basses have about as much in common with the original EB0/3 basses that they are derived from as your old Avon bass did. i.e. they are roughly the same shape and scale length but that's about it!

[Ejb]

This is not helpful ...thanks for you opinion
J