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Forum Ringside => Guitars, Amps and Effects => Topic started by: FELINEGUITARS on July 08, 2009, 05:44:50 PM

Title: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: FELINEGUITARS on July 08, 2009, 05:44:50 PM: Well - 4 of them actually

Many of you will remember the Feline Lion Cub Guitar (and some of you will have played it too)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/felineguitars/CUSTOM%20BUILT/lioncub.jpg)

I originally fitted the ivoroid knobs and liked how they kind of went with the binding
But after listening to a few comments I decided to give the vintage amber ones a go
And the results are dead sexy:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/felineguitars/CUSTOM%20BUILT/lioncub2.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/felineguitars/CUSTOM%20BUILT/lioncub1.jpg)
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: WezV on July 08, 2009, 05:47:47 PM: i did like the ivoroid - but it definately looks a lot classier now!!
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: _tom_ on July 08, 2009, 05:58:22 PM: Ah much better! I still really like how that guitar looks :) Is it still £999?
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Will on July 08, 2009, 06:01:44 PM: Looks better I think. Have you changed the pickups to?
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: badgermark on July 08, 2009, 06:10:45 PM: I'm still considering getting me this beast, think I'd prefer it with a slightly thinner body though, isn't this a weighty guitar?
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: FELINEGUITARS on July 08, 2009, 06:29:16 PM: Quote
i did like the ivoroid - but it definately looks a lot classier now!!

Ah much better! I still really like how that guitar looks
Is it still £999?

Thanks for the thumbs up guys
Yes - it can still be had for £999

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I'm still considering getting me this beast, think I'd prefer it with a slightly thinner body though, isn't this a weighty
guitar?

Yes it clocks in at over 9LBs - its a solid piece of Brazillian Mahogany
We can make one for you lighter /thinner
Prices will be from £1600 for a custom built

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Looks better I think. Have you changed the pickups to?
Yes - have been fiddling around with it somewhat
The pots are 300k ones now as the guitar was very bright before
Bridge p-up is A5 mule and the neck is a SD Jazz

We tried many pickups to find what would sing the best in her and judged with our ears rather than our eyes
This combo sounds great - Afghan Dave was playing away on it yesterday and the sounds were fab
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Afghan Dave on July 08, 2009, 06:33:59 PM: I'm an unashamed 80s super-strat guy so this really isn't up my alley but..... I LOVE THE TONE!!

It sounded wonderful when I played it yesterday.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: MDV on July 08, 2009, 06:39:53 PM: I like the ivoroid better.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: FELINEGUITARS on July 08, 2009, 07:06:38 PM: Quote from: MDV on July 08, 2009, 06:39:53 PM
I like the ivoroid better.

I like the Ivoroid too
Though the buyer could have whichever they please
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: 38thBeatle on July 08, 2009, 07:14:42 PM: A handsome looking guitar and I too prefer the new knobs.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Jonny on July 08, 2009, 07:19:16 PM: I think it looks 'sexier' because it looks more like a typical Les Paul.

Nevertheless it certainly, imo, feels better than a Les Paul.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Henk on July 08, 2009, 07:22:03 PM: Im just love simple looks and big sound, nice going Feline!
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Denim n Leather on July 08, 2009, 07:25:30 PM: The vintage knobs disappear. Not enough contrast for my taste. But I'd still take that guitar!
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: dave_mc on July 08, 2009, 08:13:42 PM: i like both of them, i'm not sure i could make up my mind.

also, your title kind of scared me, i thought you'd had an accident or something o_O
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: indysmith on July 08, 2009, 09:42:02 PM: Preferred the white knobs! Still beautiful though.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: viking on July 09, 2009, 12:26:42 AM: Judging only on the pics,it's a no-contest for me... :)........Amber vintage knobs all the way PDT_003 In the flesh,i don't know yet... :(
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Twinfan on July 09, 2009, 08:12:19 AM: Pearloid wins by a mile for me!

Beautiful guitar.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Philly Q on July 09, 2009, 11:06:52 AM: Quote from: Denim n Leather on July 08, 2009, 07:25:30 PM
The vintage knobs disappear. Not enough contrast for my taste. But I'd still take that guitar!

+1

I prefer the ivoroid knobs, I like a bit of contrast too.

I think I would've been lured by this guitar long ago if it wasn't for the weight. A (lightweight) hybrid of this one and the Emerald Lion would be just perfect.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Ratrod on July 09, 2009, 01:29:19 PM: I prefer the vintage style knobs. It's easier on the eye.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: ailean on July 09, 2009, 01:53:48 PM: I prefer the amber, but the others do make for a striking look.

But I still prefer my Tabby :P :D
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: TheIronBeast on July 09, 2009, 02:12:16 PM: I like the look of both, would probably prefer the Ivoroid though.

That does look like a fine LP though! I'll bet it sounds great too.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: ash96 on July 11, 2009, 10:16:06 AM: I think the amber ones do make it look more like a traditional LP, but the White ones do look good for a contrast and also make it look more modern/unique.

Dont know which i'd prefer if it were mine though!
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: marantz1300 on July 12, 2009, 05:19:36 PM: I like the vintage knobs.Nickle pup covers would be good too.
Title: Re: What a difference a knob makes
Post by: Ian Price on July 12, 2009, 05:42:01 PM: Quote from: ash96 on July 11, 2009, 10:16:06 AM
I think the amber ones do make it look more like a traditional LP, but the White ones do look good for a contrast and also make it look more modern/unique.

Dont know which i'd prefer if it were mine though!

Maybe a mixture of both! Also, welcome to the forum!