Got a Bluesbird!!!

[gravydb]

Hello all,
New member here. Just thought I'd introduce myself. As of a few days ago I am the proud owner of a Bluesbird, and I am loving it! I've been playing for 20+ yrs, I'm typically a solidbody type of guy, and I wanted to shake things up a bit with a 'different' guitar. And this Bluesbird has delivered in spades! Not only is it gorgeous, but the tone is incredible.

I remember playing Bluesbirds at a music store many years ago, and I was very impressed, but they were too pricey for me at the time, and I wasn't sure about the (relatively) thick neck. Then they stopped being made. Last year I started keeping an eye on the used market, waiting patiently, and sure enough eventually one popped up that screamed my name.

Here are some pics of my new baby...
http://s814.photobucket.com/albums/zz65 ... Bluesbird/

I look forward to chatting with you folks. Have a great day!

 

[hansmoust]

Hello all,
New member here. Just thought I'd introduce myself. As of a few days ago I am the proud owner of a Bluesbird, and I am loving it!

Hello gravydb,

Welcome! Looks like a nice early Corona AAA Bluesbird you got there!

Enjoy it!

Sincerely,

Hans Moust
http://www.guitarsgalore.nl

 

[cjd-player]

Welcome Gravy.
That is a beautiful Bluesbird.
They are great guitars.
I play mine every week in church. They are very versatile.

I've moded mine by replacing the pickups with four-wire versions, and adding a push-pull pot so I can change it to single coils when desired.

 

[gravydb]

Yes Hans, according to some help I received at the FDP, it is a 2002/2003 Corona-made model (S/N is CM000448). And I agree, it is a looker!!!! I would have been ok with a little wear and tear, but this guitar is in excellent condition. I feel very fortunate to own it.

Thanks Hans and CJD for your welcoming responses.

 

[dapmdave]

That's a really nice-looking 'bird, gravy! Welcome to LTG.

Dave

 

[krysh]

welcome and congrats to your great taste in guitars.

 

[hansmoust]

Yes Hans, according to some help I received at the FDP, it is a 2002/2003 Corona-made model (S/N is CM000448).

Serial # CM000448 would make it a Bluesbird from 2002.

Sincerely,

Hans Moust
www.guitarsgalore.nl

 

[Thunderface]

Welcome aboard and nice Bluesbird. Great guitar.

 

[fronobulax]

Welcome.

 

[bluesypicky]

Welcome gravydb!!!
Your pics make me envious..... If it wasn't for the upcoming home purchase (hopefully because I need my music room :lol: ) I would already have jumped on the one somebody here by the name of Dave is selling (at least was, not sure where it's at now).
I love the strat, but I gotta to get me the humbucker sound. Big time!
Enjoy it!

 

[caliban335]

Congratulations on your new Guild and welcome to the forum.

 

[gravydb]

Thanks everyone. I am enjoying this guitar more and more, each time time I pick it up! I really am at loss for words, that's how much I love it!!!

Beings that I bought it used, I'd like to make sure that it is setup properly (not so much the personal preference stuff, but basic things like pickup height, string-angle over the bridge, etc). Is there a basic setup guide available anywhere? I've Googled with no luck.

Bluespicky: I'll keep my eyes open for ya. Good luck with the new digs!

 

[bluesypicky]

ME TOO!!!!!!!!
It didn't take me too long now did it? :lol:
It is such a pleasure to enter the Bluesbird club that I had to share with you guys right away, and for those interested in the sights and sounds..... Rendez vous at the "members music" section!! :mrgreen:

 

[Dr. Spivey]

Great looking Bluesbird. I've got one heading my way, too. Enjoy!

 

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[iJamF47M]

Welcome and that is really beautiful!!! Photos like this have me GASing for a Guild electric. I'm way partial to the flame maple since your front looks like my back.

iJam