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jemdoll · #1 07-21-2002, 05:16 PM

just wanted to say hi! i used to own a 555 (cough, gag) and am currently abusing an ernie ball axis. now i need a jem, and of course i want them all, but what's a good place to start?

ScottB · #2 07-21-2002, 05:25 PM

It depends mainly on your budget and tastes.

You can find Jems anywhere from $600 for a DY or an abused DBK, on up to $4000 for a highly overpriced DNA.

On the other hand, If Steve were to sell one of his personal Jems on Ebay for the MNF, I'm sure he'd start it at $7777.00.

jemdoll · #3 07-21-2002, 07:40 PM

I'm thinking about going with the obvious and getting the 7VWH.........

raijin · #4 07-21-2002, 09:03 PM

Then there's only one obvious answer. GREAT CHOICE!!!

- raijin

ps. Welcome to the forum!

Shredder stuck in the 80s · #5 07-21-2002, 09:17 PM

I would get a JEM but the main problem I have with them is the single coil in the middle. I always end up hitting it when I am playing and it's annoying, which is why I am considering a 'custom.'

musicdr · #6 07-21-2002, 09:21 PM

Why not just lower the single coil so it is not in the way?

raijin · #7 07-21-2002, 09:24 PM

Just for your information, Rich (the swirl banner above) has a '01 dead mint VWH in stock. You might want to think about getting one from him because all guitars are inspected, professionally set up and tested prior to shipping. Plus he's a great guy and always around (here at the forum) when you need help.

- raijin

LGMT · #8 07-21-2002, 09:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shredder stuck in the 80s

I would get a JEM but the main problem I have with them is the single coil in the middle. I always end up hitting it when I am playing and it's annoying, which is why I am considering a 'custom.'

You always can buy a 3 way switch and off the sibgle coil, so you can do that on/off effect while playing, like Vai does in PAW.

pd0x · #9 07-21-2002, 10:09 PM

If you were me you could have gotten a GMC for $400, but you arent

Sorry, I couldn't resist. For a new one i'd sa the DBK perhaps. I really like that one. I'd rather have a 7VSB rather than a 7VWH, but that's me.

As for used stuff, the 777VBK, 77BFP/FP, 7BSB, and 7RB are my favs.

Joel Lyndgohrd · #10 07-22-2002, 01:43 AM

You can't go wrong with a vwh.

Good luck!

wheresthebeef · #11 07-22-2002, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shredder stuck in the 80s

I would get a JEM but the main problem I have with them is the single coil in the middle. I always end up hitting it when I am playing and it's annoying, which is why I am considering a 'custom.'

well, then you need to play that problem out of your system.

mike777 · #12 07-22-2002, 02:35 PM

Welcome to the group!

jemdoll · #13 07-22-2002, 02:41 PM

Thanks everyone!!!

Knightmeir · #14 07-31-2002, 02:41 PM

DEFINITELY get a 7VWH... I couldn't believe the difference in playability from my 7DBK... although it's an effin sweet guitar.

WMerkert · #15 07-31-2002, 05:47 PM

Hey welcome!
Yes, get a VWH. She's a great player and you don't have to bother about dinks or chips cause she's still in production.
Enjoy!