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Forum Ringside => Guitars, Amps and Effects => Topic started by: Bradock PI on May 02, 2009, 11:10:58 PM

Title: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: Bradock PI on May 02, 2009, 11:10:58 PM

Seen a couple of secondhand guitars at a shop near me that seem interesting what are folks opinions

1994 - 1995 Fender Japan Yngwie Malmsteen Signature STRAT VINTAGE WHITE.ST71-YJM

GRECO LES PAUL CUSTOM - MADE IN JAPAN IN '78 AT THE FUJI GEN GAKKI FACTORY.

I like the look of them but don't have enough experience to be confident buying 2nd hand.


What do folks think and how much ?

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: indysmith on May 03, 2009, 12:07:17 AM

I had a 1984 Greco LP Custom (also Fuji-Gen) - I paid £190 for it and sold it for £360 I think.

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: Ratrod on May 03, 2009, 10:39:21 AM

Not sure about the pricing of these. MIJ practically equals/guarantees excellent quality.

You could check ebay for pricing.

The Malmsteen has a scalloped fretboard and DiMarzio pickups. Either you like that or you don't.

The Fuji Gen factory is one of the best. No doubt that Greco is one fine instrument.

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: HairyChris on May 03, 2009, 03:09:04 PM

I'd love to try the Greco out.....

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: gingataff on May 03, 2009, 04:20:43 PM

I'd avoid the Malmsteen if this is your first guitar as the scalloped board will probably make the learning curve much steeper.

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: Bradock PI on May 03, 2009, 05:03:15 PM

Quote from: HairyChris on May 03, 2009, 03:09:04 PM

I'd love to try the Greco out.....

If you live near manchester then they are at Spectrum Music in Whitefield I am sure they would be happy for you to try it

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: JDC on May 03, 2009, 06:24:17 PM

Quote from: Bradock PI on May 03, 2009, 05:03:15 PM

Quote from: HairyChris on May 03, 2009, 03:09:04 PM

I'd love to try the Greco out.....

If you live near manchester then they are at Spectrum Music in Whitefield I am sure they would be happy for you to try it

gimme me a lift so I can try the yngwie! :P

not that I can afford it

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: mikeluke on May 05, 2009, 09:46:15 AM

Greco - my estimate would be around £350 - agree with earlier comments about Malmsteen strat

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: HairyChris on May 05, 2009, 06:51:11 PM

Quote from: Bradock PI on May 03, 2009, 05:03:15 PM

Quote from: HairyChris on May 03, 2009, 03:09:04 PM

I'd love to try the Greco out.....

If you live near manchester then they are at Spectrum Music in Whitefield I am sure they would be happy for you to try it

Londoner so, um, no.  :lol:

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: Bradock PI on May 06, 2009, 05:08:23 PM

Geco is up at almost £900 I think

Title: Re: Question on a couple of 2nd handers
Post by: Crazy_Joe on May 06, 2009, 05:35:44 PM

Quote from: Bradock PI on May 06, 2009, 05:08:23 PM

Geco is up at almost £900 I think

 :o :o

Not worth it.