Hi Guys:
I'm putting together my spec list now for my second Warmoth build. This time I want to do an all mahogany solid body guitar with a 24 3/4" scale. I really like the look of the LPS but I have one concern. Looking at the photos of the LPS, it looks like the neck pocket is essentially non-existent. The only real mating surface is at the bottom of the neck. I am very much an advocate of bolted necks over glue set necks. But the key to a great joint is having a very tight neck pocket. I'm worried that the LPS design would be a compromise over the LP design given this lack of material surrounding the neck joint. Also, I'm a bit concerned about strength in that area.
I really like the LPS look over the LP but if there are sound advantages to the LP, I may swing in that direction. I have been a huge fan of Hammer guitars since the first time I saw Rick Neilson and I would love to build a guitar to that style.
If anyone has played both or has an LPS and can weigh in to help me make a decision, that would be awesome.
BA
I'm putting together my spec list now for my second Warmoth build. This time I want to do an all mahogany solid body guitar with a 24 3/4" scale. I really like the look of the LPS but I have one concern. Looking at the photos of the LPS, it looks like the neck pocket is essentially non-existent. The only real mating surface is at the bottom of the neck. I am very much an advocate of bolted necks over glue set necks. But the key to a great joint is having a very tight neck pocket. I'm worried that the LPS design would be a compromise over the LP design given this lack of material surrounding the neck joint. Also, I'm a bit concerned about strength in that area.
I really like the LPS look over the LP but if there are sound advantages to the LP, I may swing in that direction. I have been a huge fan of Hammer guitars since the first time I saw Rick Neilson and I would love to build a guitar to that style.
If anyone has played both or has an LPS and can weigh in to help me make a decision, that would be awesome.
BA