I have owned a 1947 Es-125 for about ten years now. It is all original except for Stew-mac replacement tuners. I am not a masterful guitar player but I love the soulful tones I get out of this guitar. In the hands of some of my more gifted buddies it sounds amazing. To me the sound is very distinct and such a welcome change from most modern guitars, both acoustic and electric. It’s funny how my tastes have changed over the years. Earlier I didn’t care so much for its acoustic sound but I’m finding it more pleasing of late. I had a 1957 Es-125T that I wish I hadn’t sold but I’m glad to have kept the ‘47 anyway. By the way, I play electric through a couple of early 60’s Gibson tube amps, a GA-5T and a GA-8 Gibsonette, also with tremolo. Both are suited so nicely for this guitar.
Last edited by robroy; 08-07-2020 at 03:46 AM.
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