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Orange blog
Pretty excited about this! Able to join Billy as a writer for the Orange blog. https://orangeamps.com/blog/solid-vs-se ... s-for-you/
Oranges - R32, OR50, R30, RVMKIII, OR100, AD30, OB212, CB212 (2x)
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
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- Orange Master
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Re: Orange blog
Cool, enjoy!
Get thinking!
Get thinking!
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Re: Orange blog
So do you have to write another 4 pieces then?
Good read too!
Good read too!
Ant
Orange Gear: RV50 MKI, R30, AD15, PPC212
And.... Genz Benz Black Pearl 30
Past Orange: AD30TC Combo, TT, AD5
Guitars: Gibson Les Paul Standard Faded, Vigier Expert Retro 54, Gibson SG 70s Tribute, Aria Pro II RS X80, G&L ASAT Special Tribute
Orange Gear: RV50 MKI, R30, AD15, PPC212
And.... Genz Benz Black Pearl 30
Past Orange: AD30TC Combo, TT, AD5
Guitars: Gibson Les Paul Standard Faded, Vigier Expert Retro 54, Gibson SG 70s Tribute, Aria Pro II RS X80, G&L ASAT Special Tribute
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Congrats! Good article!
I've been thinking about writing another piece but just haven't gotten around to it.
So after reading your article, I have a guitar you have to try: a Gibson Johnny A. Signature. It's not a semi-hollowbody but a true hollowbody, but what's interesting about it and what separates it from other hollowbodies is the way the back is carved: while the one piece back is curved on the backside, on the inside it's carved flat. This solves the ag-old issue of true hollowbodies howling with feedback as the top and back vibrate. This thing is a true rock and roll machine - it gets those typical Gibson rock sounds but has its own voice as well. It's arguably the best hollowbody Gibson makes (and I'm not totally biased even though JA is a close friend of mine). It's also the most successful custom shop guitar Gibson has ever made.
The other cool thing is, it's the first totally new design Gibson has produced since the Trini Lopez in the 60's, unlike the Grohl which is just a tweaked 335 or any of the Les Pauls that Slash, Jimmy Page, etc., have lent their name to - it's not a new design but the JA is. He was hands-on with every aspect of it from the design to the inlays to the way the pickguard's curve goes right into the shape of the A-holes. (yep... that's what he calls them )
And you should hear it through an Orange!
I've been thinking about writing another piece but just haven't gotten around to it.
So after reading your article, I have a guitar you have to try: a Gibson Johnny A. Signature. It's not a semi-hollowbody but a true hollowbody, but what's interesting about it and what separates it from other hollowbodies is the way the back is carved: while the one piece back is curved on the backside, on the inside it's carved flat. This solves the ag-old issue of true hollowbodies howling with feedback as the top and back vibrate. This thing is a true rock and roll machine - it gets those typical Gibson rock sounds but has its own voice as well. It's arguably the best hollowbody Gibson makes (and I'm not totally biased even though JA is a close friend of mine). It's also the most successful custom shop guitar Gibson has ever made.
The other cool thing is, it's the first totally new design Gibson has produced since the Trini Lopez in the 60's, unlike the Grohl which is just a tweaked 335 or any of the Les Pauls that Slash, Jimmy Page, etc., have lent their name to - it's not a new design but the JA is. He was hands-on with every aspect of it from the design to the inlays to the way the pickguard's curve goes right into the shape of the A-holes. (yep... that's what he calls them )
And you should hear it through an Orange!
Re: Orange blog
Thank you. Yes, 4 more pieces to come!
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Oranges - R32, OR50, R30, RVMKIII, OR100, AD30, OB212, CB212 (2x)
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
Re: Orange blog
Thanks Billy!bclaire wrote:Congrats! Good article!
I've been thinking about writing another piece but just haven't gotten around to it.
So after reading your article, I have a guitar you have to try: a Gibson Johnny A. Signature. It's not a semi-hollowbody but a true hollowbody, but what's interesting about it and what separates it from other hollowbodies is the way the back is carved: while the one piece back is curved on the backside, on the inside it's carved flat. This solves the ag-old issue of true hollowbodies howling with feedback as the top and back vibrate. This thing is a true rock and roll machine - it gets those typical Gibson rock sounds but has its own voice as well. It's arguably the best hollowbody Gibson makes (and I'm not totally biased even though JA is a close friend of mine). It's also the most successful custom shop guitar Gibson has ever made.
The other cool thing is, it's the first totally new design Gibson has produced since the Trini Lopez in the 60's, unlike the Grohl which is just a tweaked 335 or any of the Les Pauls that Slash, Jimmy Page, etc., have lent their name to - it's not a new design but the JA is. He was hands-on with every aspect of it from the design to the inlays to the way the pickguard's curve goes right into the shape of the A-holes. (yep... that's what he calls them )
And you should hear it through an Orange!
I have seen them but haven't had a chance to get my hands on one to date. I look on the used market time to time just to see if I can snag one. I will def keep my eyes open a bit more now based on your words.
Oranges - R32, OR50, R30, RVMKIII, OR100, AD30, OB212, CB212 (2x)
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
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Re: Orange blog
I just saw one go for $2400 on ebay...! Unbelievable price!thejay wrote:Thanks Billy!bclaire wrote:Congrats! Good article!
I've been thinking about writing another piece but just haven't gotten around to it.
So after reading your article, I have a guitar you have to try: a Gibson Johnny A. Signature. It's not a semi-hollowbody but a true hollowbody, but what's interesting about it and what separates it from other hollowbodies is the way the back is carved: while the one piece back is curved on the backside, on the inside it's carved flat. This solves the ag-old issue of true hollowbodies howling with feedback as the top and back vibrate. This thing is a true rock and roll machine - it gets those typical Gibson rock sounds but has its own voice as well. It's arguably the best hollowbody Gibson makes (and I'm not totally biased even though JA is a close friend of mine). It's also the most successful custom shop guitar Gibson has ever made.
The other cool thing is, it's the first totally new design Gibson has produced since the Trini Lopez in the 60's, unlike the Grohl which is just a tweaked 335 or any of the Les Pauls that Slash, Jimmy Page, etc., have lent their name to - it's not a new design but the JA is. He was hands-on with every aspect of it from the design to the inlays to the way the pickguard's curve goes right into the shape of the A-holes. (yep... that's what he calls them )
And you should hear it through an Orange!
I have seen them but haven't had a chance to get my hands on one to date. I look on the used market time to time just to see if I can snag one. I will def keep my eyes open a bit more now based on your words.
Re: Orange blog
bclaire wrote:
I just saw one go for $2400 on ebay...! Unbelievable price!
WHOA
Oranges - R32, OR50, R30, RVMKIII, OR100, AD30, OB212, CB212 (2x)
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
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Re: Orange blog
I think it's incredibly cool that Orange asked certain the members of the forum to contribute to the blog. All of the posts from the members have been great, and yours is no exception. Keep up the good work.
Orange Gear: Rockerverb50 MKII, OR50 40th Anniversary, AD30TC, Crush 35RT, Fur Coat Fuzz, 10' Cable
Re: Orange blog
Thank you
Oranges - R32, OR50, R30, RVMKIII, OR100, AD30, OB212, CB212 (2x)
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
Non Orange - Mesa, Friedman, Vox & Marshall
Former Oranges - TT, JRT, OR15, RVMKII
YouTube https://bit.ly/2pSp3sk
http://bigbattlebear.bandcamp.com
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