This review is from: Godin Redline Electric Guitar (Trans Black Flame, Roseword Neck)Brand new Godin Redline HB guitar arrived today ahead of schedule (good thing), but I've already processed a return for it. Why? Because of numerous rusted/shoddy frets, buzz on all strings, regardless of open or fretted notes...even after tuning, and a small chip on the fret board. Other than those flaws, body/neck/pickup construction appeared ok, nothing spectacular, as was the included gig bag. But considering I just paid nearly $500 for this guitar, and out of the box it had the aforementioned problems, that's just unacceptable. And to boot, I got stabbed...even bled!, by a string end on one of the tuners (at the headstock) while repackaging the item for return - this just added to the irritation. I ordered this specifically because it was a handcrafted, North American made guitar, but I bought a $200 Ibanez Jumpstart package for a family member over a month ago, and that guitar was better quality than this one! Overall, I'm very disappointed with this product and that in itself is disappointing...'cause I hate returning things!...
This review is from: Godin Redline Electric Guitar (Trans Black Flame, Roseword Neck)Hello!This is one of the best guitars I've ever played! For those who are unsure, it's pronounced GO DAN. Like Chopin. Onto the features...Maple NeckMaple CentrePoplar WingsFlamed Maple TopGodin Tuners in 3x3 configurationGodin Fixed Bridge with Graphite SaddlesGodin HumbuckersVolume; Tone3-Way Pickup Selector24 FretsExcellent craftsmanship with exceptional attention to detail; I would've gladly paid over $1000 for this guitar, and I still can't believe I got it for under $500! Out of personal preference, I changed the 3-way pickup selector to a 5-way for coil tapping, and replaced the stock humbuckers with DiMarzio's. Again, just personal preference, this guitar came ready to rock straight from the factory. The neck is one of the thinnest and fastest necks I've ever played on; it's shorter (24 3/4") and narrower than an Ibanez RG, so you expend less energy moving from string to string. It's light and lovely - imagine if an Ibanez RG played better and sounded like a brighter Les Paul (mahogany vs poplar).Yeah.I'll be getting a second one. Why? Do I need a reason? Didn't think so. But it'll be a "back up" for the guitar that doesn't need one.I'm in a metal band, and this guitar has been turning heads at shows and making history on recordings. I have people asking me after shows how I get my tone. And I think my girlfriend ended up leaving me, cos I'm too busy playing this guitar, but honestly, I don't remember if I ever even had a girlfriend. Who cares, I have a Godin Redline HB with another one on the way!Oh, and the guitar came with this amazing gig bag, that's worth a good $50 alone. I have an ATA flight case for the guitar for obvious reasons, but man, I wish I could use the gig bag more often. It's really nice. I actually ended up sending Godin a love letter.Cheers!DUCKinsatia.net...
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