I tried Scotts modification on my Burns, since I was so unhappy with the sound I was getting. The changes are quite good actually. A little brighter sounding, but I like the changes.
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Page 10 of the latest Fan club mag shows the new edition of the guitar, and the switches are no longer parallel. It doesn't look like an optical illusion.
I see what you mean PG. Hmm... wonder why that is! Weird change.
Peace,
Adam.
Peace,
Adam.
Comparison wise it's really the same guitar, the same feel which is great. The switches are white which is better than the Burns. They are still using the same pickguard Burns used, and the half moon near the tremolo. The tremolo is a little smoother than the old Burns. The best upgrade is the tri-sonic pickups, they have more bite and more power.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]ihavenolegs wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Don't buy a Burns. The pick-ups are shite.[/QUOTE]
You're doing something wrong. Ha-ha.
Not that I doubt the new one's are better. I cannot wait to hear 'em because I've only heard good things about the improvements.
You're doing something wrong. Ha-ha.
Not that I doubt the new one's are better. I cannot wait to hear 'em because I've only heard good things about the improvements.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Adam Baboolal wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Okay, I've found quite a deal for a brand new Burns model of the red special in black. It's on clearance for just 300 pounds (no case). I was thinking it may be time to take the plunge! EXCITING!!
However, as we all know, Brian took over from Burns and the headstock now reads HIS signature. So... there's a pretty simple question for the clever guitar folks here.
Would I be better off with the Burns version or the newer Brian sig. version?
I'm thinking there won't really be a difference, but you never know!
Peace,
Adam.[/QUOTE]
Forget that... Buy an Ibanez.
LOL
No, I'm kidding... Like someone said before, Guild guitars are better than all the other BM guitar models. I may be wrong, but I've read somewhere that Brian use, in his gigs, Guild guitars.
However, as we all know, Brian took over from Burns and the headstock now reads HIS signature. So... there's a pretty simple question for the clever guitar folks here.
Would I be better off with the Burns version or the newer Brian sig. version?
I'm thinking there won't really be a difference, but you never know!
Peace,
Adam.[/QUOTE]
Forget that... Buy an Ibanez.
LOL
No, I'm kidding... Like someone said before, Guild guitars are better than all the other BM guitar models. I may be wrong, but I've read somewhere that Brian use, in his gigs, Guild guitars.
I have a Burns London and a Brian May, they are virtually the same guitar, and as I understand, made in the same Korean factory. I'm a hack, and no expert, but they seem to be identical except for the "Burns London" logo on the headstock. To me, they both feel the same and sound very similar.
My Brian May is NOT the recently released model.
The price seems a little high for a "clearance" item, but not outrageous, and maybe there aren't many new black ones to be had. You might see if they'd be willing to throw in a case or give you a deal on the case if you're feeling bold. If you want it, buy it and enjoy it.
My Brian May is NOT the recently released model.
The price seems a little high for a "clearance" item, but not outrageous, and maybe there aren't many new black ones to be had. You might see if they'd be willing to throw in a case or give you a deal on the case if you're feeling bold. If you want it, buy it and enjoy it.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Onikage wrote: [/QUOTENAME][QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Adam Baboolal wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Okay, I've found quite a deal for a brand new Burns model of the red special in black. It's on clearance for just 300 pounds (no case). I was thinking it may be time to take the plunge! EXCITING!!
However, as we all know, Brian took over from Burns and the headstock now reads HIS signature. So... there's a pretty simple question for the clever guitar folks here.
Would I be better off with the Burns version or the newer Brian sig. version?
I'm thinking there won't really be a difference, but you never know!
Peace,
Adam.[/QUOTE]
Forget that... Buy an Ibanez.
LOL
No, I'm kidding... Like someone said before, Guild guitars are better than all the other BM guitar models. I may be wrong, but I've read somewhere that Brian use, in his gigs, Guild guitars.[/QUOTE]
Uhm... I have the cheaper models in my sights. That's just the way it is.
Thanks for the info folks! I think today might be the day I order one. I'm just agonising between the sunburst or the cherry models. AGGGGHhhhh!!
Peace,
Adam.
However, as we all know, Brian took over from Burns and the headstock now reads HIS signature. So... there's a pretty simple question for the clever guitar folks here.
Would I be better off with the Burns version or the newer Brian sig. version?
I'm thinking there won't really be a difference, but you never know!
Peace,
Adam.[/QUOTE]
Forget that... Buy an Ibanez.
LOL
No, I'm kidding... Like someone said before, Guild guitars are better than all the other BM guitar models. I may be wrong, but I've read somewhere that Brian use, in his gigs, Guild guitars.[/QUOTE]
Uhm... I have the cheaper models in my sights. That's just the way it is.
Thanks for the info folks! I think today might be the day I order one. I'm just agonising between the sunburst or the cherry models. AGGGGHhhhh!!
Peace,
Adam.
Btw, are there any updated 2006 model reviews knocking about?
If I find some, I'll post them.
Peace,
Adam.
If I find some, I'll post them.
Peace,
Adam.
OMG!! I just called a little music shop that my girlfriend works in. Why? I haven't a clue. But they said they have a couple coming in and they're the latest models. Nothing particularly exciting cause it's half-way down the country away from me! But then I asked the price... £399!!! These are brand new and the latest models. But the cheapest I'd seen was £485. Hmm... I'll see if I can blackmail my Glasgow shops to see if they'll pricematch. But damn, that's a great price for the latest model. The only downside I can think of would be the colour as I'm sure they'll just be standard vintage red. Not much of a downside, but I was leaning towards the sumburst.
Peace,
Adam.
Peace,
Adam.
There you go, now you can get the guitar and the pedal ;-)
You also get money back on that, they throw in a sixpence!
You also get money back on that, they throw in a sixpence!
Actually, yeah, I was thinking that myself. Don't know if they'll have the pedal in their shop though. I'll check tomorrow anyway.
Peace,
Adam.
Peace,
Adam.
I don't think these reviews refer to the new version as the new one has only been available for 2 months and the most recent review is from January or February.
Hey Andrew, fancy matching that 399 price ?, you might have a sale.