Author Topic: Thin Lizzy 70s guitar tone RULES!! (Read 9815 times)

TwilightOdyssey · « **on:** August 23, 2005, 04:54:44 PM »

... so, will the Cold Sweat get me close?
I'm thinking '74-75, the She Knows, Rosalie, Fighting tone, more than the the Jailbreak tone.

steve · « **Reply #1 on:** August 23, 2005, 05:18:13 PM »

I think it will get you close TO,but maybe check out the Emerald first.I believe Tim voiced these around the early Lizzy tone.(Correct me if im wrong).I think the CS have a certain 80's feel to them with a really fat bottom end.They are very versatile.

TwilightOdyssey · « **Reply #2 on:** August 23, 2005, 05:25:04 PM »

I have a Cold Sweat coming, and thought that would be a cool tone. No biggie, as I can always get another guitar to specifically do that kind of sound, if need be.

steve · « **Reply #3 on:** August 23, 2005, 05:29:36 PM »

It will do the classic rock thang no problem but there is more juice available if needed for different styles.And youll love the sustain!!

HJM · « **Reply #4 on:** August 23, 2005, 05:35:56 PM »

You'll be buying a Les Paull next....

TwilightOdyssey · « **Reply #5 on:** August 23, 2005, 06:01:53 PM »

Quote from: HJM

You'll be buying a Les Paull next....

I'm not a LP fan, in terms of playing ... LP + my body just don't match up properly! :roll:

I would love a guitar that looks like a LP from head on, but has a tummy cut, 1-3/4" nut width, and other things I prefer in a guitar ...

It's a definite 'someday' guitar!!

HJM · « **Reply #6 on:** August 23, 2005, 06:11:43 PM »

That's my problem with LPs too, I'm used to strats. The PRS is as far as I can go....

Tim has a Les Paul with an extended cutaway and comfort contours.....I want it :!:

steve · « **Reply #7 on:** August 23, 2005, 07:06:05 PM »

I know what you mean, i have always played strats.But in the last year i have been gigging a Les Paul.Playing the strat for half a set then changing to the les paul takes a little while to adjust to,different sized neck etc.

TwilightOdyssey · « **Reply #8 on:** August 23, 2005, 08:00:10 PM »

Quote from: steve

IPlaying the strat for half a set then changing to the les paul takes a little while to adjust to,different sized neck etc.

I am in the process of having all my guitar necks made to be identical for that very reason!

steve · « **Reply #9 on:** August 23, 2005, 08:29:40 PM »

I kind of like it though,it keeps you on yours toes.The difference in necks that is.

Tim · « **Reply #10 on:** August 23, 2005, 09:51:21 PM »

Sorry Ben, the Cold Sweat is definately an '80s Sykes tone.For the earlier stuff I'd go for a Riff Raff or Emerald..........even your VH II in a LP will do it 8)

TwilightOdyssey · « **Reply #11 on:** August 23, 2005, 10:02:42 PM »

Quote from: Tim

Sorry Ben, the Cold Sweat is definately an '80s Sykes tone.For the earlier stuff I'd go for a Riff Raff or Emerald..........even your VH II in a LP will do it 8)

That's okay, I'm going to stick with the Cold Sweat; eventually I'll do some kinda LP project with that kind of sound in mind. Thanx for the add'l info.

PhilKing · « **Reply #12 on:** August 23, 2005, 10:24:35 PM »

Hi Ben,

I know you hate Les Pauls, but I have one with the Riff-Raff in the bridge, and one with an Emerald. If you want to hear them with your amp, I can bring them into the city.

Cheers
Phil

TwilightOdyssey · « **Reply #13 on:** August 23, 2005, 10:38:54 PM »

Quote from: PhilKing

Hi Ben,

I know you hate Les Pauls, but I have one with the Riff-Raff in the bridge, and one with an Emerald. If you want to hear them with your amp, I can bring them into the city.

Now, how can I refuse that offer?! :)
I think we should definitely meet up one evening - that would be great!!
I also know a couple of great watering holes; nothing high end (I'm not the type), but very satisfying!! (Translation: beer is great, and wait staff is hot!)

Brow · « **Reply #14 on:** August 23, 2005, 11:16:09 PM »

Quote from: TwilightOdyssey

Now, how can I refuse that offer?! :)
I think we should definitely meet up one evening - that would be great!!
I also know a couple of great watering holes; nothing high end (I'm not the type), but very satisfying!! (Translation: beer is great, and wait staff is hot!)

Basically............ You want to take him to Peter's

Is our friend Nicole still working at Peter's Ben?