Just bagged the last USGP90, what should I expect?

[8bit Barry]

I just ordered a UPGP90 and I want to ask other owners what the guitar feels like, I am really hoping that the guitar doesnt feel too neck heavy like Epihpones I have tried out. It wont get here for another week or so and I am itching to get my hands on it. Cherry Red, brand new, only one in the UK according to TOkai UK.

I was really into the idea of a P90 version as I own two Reborns (1978 and an 80 Goldtop) and being so impressed by the sound quality of these I went looking for a P90 SG for an alternative vibe. I have a 1971 Marshall Super PA that the LPs sound great through and an old 1960 Selmer Treble and Bass (croc skin) that my Strat sounds wonderful through, so I am hoping the two amps will compliment this guitar very well. ANy opinions about the sound I should expect?

I find very few images or comments about the P90 SG so I was hoping someone would help back me up that spending ?599 on an unthoughtout gamble was a good plan!

Barry

 

[marcusnieman]

Is it like this one? If so, you're in for a treat:

 

[8bit Barry]

yes it is identical but cherry red. Saw a Bluesbreaker and SG Classic on Youtube today, sounded lush.

 

[marcusnieman]

Enjoy 8)

One of my personal favorites and impossible to find.

 

[8bit Barry]

I'll post some pics soon

 

[Jim Jones]

Hey Marcus,

I dig the SG Special look (and especially the TV Yellow of yours), but the one thing that really bugs me with the lower end Tokai's is the very obvious multiple-piece bodies. My TJ60 is the same deal, in it's case a very obvious three-piece body. I wish Tokai would try a little harder to make those less noticeable. I'm in the process of making my own LP Jr. copy and my body is a two piece but you have to look at the end grain to tell, it's virtually impossible to tell from looking at the top.

Jim

 

[marcusnieman]

Yeah, I'm with you on that Jim....while matching similar grain patterns can be a task, it's not that hard to match wood shading when using multiple pieces.........the bottom half of mine obviously has a darker piece of wood.

On the bright side, she sounds incredible........I can live with the mismatched lumber!