Hi All
I am looking to buy an ES model and looking for some confirmation of my understanding of ES type model numbers. I understand that the model number is a reflection of price and that e.g. an older ES100 may have the same spec as an ES120.
As far as I can see there are 5 main differences between ES models.
Plain or flame body
Block or dot inlay
Mahogany or Honduras Mahogany neck
Full nitro or nitro on poly finish
So a top spec ES would be flame top, 100% nitro, block inlay, honduras neck. Other than that the ES models all look to be pretty similar.
Can anybody tell me if this is right?
.
Also - can anybody offer comments on the value of the honduras neck in terms of playability or tone?
I am on the hunt for a good spec ES if anybody has one that they are selling.
Many thanks in advance.
I am looking to buy an ES model and looking for some confirmation of my understanding of ES type model numbers. I understand that the model number is a reflection of price and that e.g. an older ES100 may have the same spec as an ES120.
As far as I can see there are 5 main differences between ES models.
Plain or flame body
Block or dot inlay
Mahogany or Honduras Mahogany neck
Full nitro or nitro on poly finish
So a top spec ES would be flame top, 100% nitro, block inlay, honduras neck. Other than that the ES models all look to be pretty similar.
Can anybody tell me if this is right?
.
Also - can anybody offer comments on the value of the honduras neck in terms of playability or tone?
I am on the hunt for a good spec ES if anybody has one that they are selling.
Many thanks in advance.