The Charvel thread

Leisceoir · August 2022

Didn't realise we had a Charvel appreciation thread! Looks like it hasn't been used for a while which is a pity. Here's my 1986 Model 4 - bought secondhand in 1993. Through-neck, Kahler trem (don't use this any more, but I like the feel of the bridge), OBL in the bridge position and stock Jackson neck pickup. No idea what wood it's made from. The first decent guitar I owned and still the best guitar I've ever played.

Would love to see more Charvels or Jacksons on here if you have one!

https://i.postimg.cc/c1YzRQMV/D192-CED9-5192-4386-8080-82-B11-C61-F747.jpg

FelineGuitars · August 2022

My Charvels have ben somewhat molested and modified , but I love them

Old model 2 neck - mine since 1987 - very, very modified (new body etc)

Image: https://tfb-user-images.eu-central-1.linodeobjects.com/1f736a8b66b0b0f5472196b34b8a71fdc4338b032db2167179

Model 2 neck (refretted) on an Ibanez S440 body- pickups by Oil City

Charvel Fusion - Full paintwork and logo makeover - didn't like the toothpaste logo and put my old JT6 with block upgrade on : Went Full Def Leppard on this one

FelineGuitars · August 2022

Leisceoir said:

Didn't realise we had a Charvel appreciation thread! Looks like it hasn't been used for a while which is a pity. Here's my 1986 Model 4 - bought secondhand in 1993. Through-neck, Kahler trem (don't use this any more, but I like the feel of the bridge), OBL in the bridge position and stock Jackson neck pickup. No idea what wood it's made from. The first decent guitar I owned and still the best guitar I've ever played.

Would love to see more Charvels or Jacksons on here if you have one!

https://i.postimg.cc/c1YzRQMV/D192-CED9-5192-4386-8080-82-B11-C61-F747.jpg

Wow - it's actually an old model 5

skullfunkerry · August 2022

I'm definitely happy to play in this thread! I love Charvel, although I've only owned a couple and only got one now. Pro Mod So Cal style 2, refinished by Sims London:

And Jackson is my favourite brand I reckon... I've had loads. Only got the one at the moment, it's an SL3X Soloist, Indonesian. Added a push-in arm which in my opinion radically improves the feel of the trem, and swapped the neck pickup for a beast from Oil City. It's my #1 guitar:

breakstuff · August 2022

My 2013 Jap San Dimas. Bought it new and it's been my favourite guitar for years, along with my Les Paul, however I've recently gone to the other extreme and bought a couple of Gretsch's so I've not picked the Charvel up for a while. Still a wonderful thing though, they really are as good as their reputation suggests.

Leisceoir · August 2022

FelineGuitars said:

Wow - it's actually an old model 5

Ah, you're right! I bought it secondhand and the guy int he shop said "model 4" and I never questioned it. Did a bit a Googling after you mentioned that and found an interesting website about the Model series...

https://www.axebition.com/blog/charvel-model-series

dindude · August 2022

https://i.imgur.com/AkVRgZd.jpg

Alterlifeson · August 2022

skullfunkerry said:

I'm definitely happy to play in this thread! I love Charvel, although I've only owned a couple and only got one now. Pro Mod So Cal style 2, refinished by Sims London:

And Jackson is my favourite brand I reckon... I've had loads. Only got the one at the moment, it's an SL3X Soloist, Indonesian. Added a push-in arm which in my opinion radically improves the feel of the trem, and swapped the neck pickup for a beast from Oil City. It's my #1 guitar:

Which push-in arm did you go for? Looking at them for my DK2, as you say they feel so much better.

skullfunkerry · August 2022

Alterlifeson said:

skullfunkerry said:

I'm definitely happy to play in this thread! I love Charvel, although I've only owned a couple and only got one now. Pro Mod So Cal style 2, refinished by Sims London:

And Jackson is my favourite brand I reckon... I've had loads. Only got the one at the moment, it's an SL3X Soloist, Indonesian. Added a push-in arm which in my opinion radically improves the feel of the trem, and swapped the neck pickup for a beast from Oil City. It's my #1 guitar:

Which push-in arm did you go for? Looking at them for my DK2, as you say they feel so much better.

It’s a Floyd Rose one, which I got from @FelineGuitars - I think they’re a universal fit. Jon will certainly be able to advise you, but I *think* that the one I have will fit your DK2…

hollywoodrox · August 2022

shobet said:

A model 5a and a model 6 from way back when.

Yeah I know, it's pink...

That pink (burgundy mist ) one has got to be the most awesome ever, is the trem a floyd or a kahler

hollywoodrox · August 2022

My green meanie

Image: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2ls1xpjzv3tb8it/IMG_6417.jpeg?raw=1

rsvmark · August 2022

Here my model 4 from 1984 (I think). Bought new from a shop somewhere in London - this was from the first batch of imports and featured in a guitar mag long defunct,,,

All original except replaced pots that gave up the ghost. Kahler trem that doesnt quite intonate perfectly and a mid boost active circuit. Could do with a clean but still ideal for learning Satch tunes on.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52306713809_734077eebb_b.jpg
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52306660018_f2715f86b0_b.jpg
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52306197421_a4e58d7f19_b.jpg
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52306713699_2c043eba3e_b.jpg

Habanero · August 2022

Model 5A

Model 4

hollywoodrox · August 2022

Damn I forgot how hot this guitar looks dindude said:

https://i.imgur.com/AkVRgZd.jpg

chunkmonk · August 2022

For some reason I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with my MIJ San Dimas:

https://imgur.com/a/44VxUCJ

Sometimes it’s my main guitar and the best thing since sliced bread, the next I think it’s too showy and modern

(might be the reason while it’s for sale in the classified)

https://www.thefretboard.co.uk/discussion/232885/fs-mij-charvel-pro-mod-san-dimas#latest

kennedydream1980 · August 2022

I’ve had a few over the years. All great guitars in their own unique ways and all sounded different.

Pics:

bloodandtears · August 2022

I don't think you lot could cope with seeing mine tbh.... suffice to say they aren't stock..

Habanero · August 2022

bloodandtears said:

I don't think you lot could cope with seeing mine tbh.... suffice to say they aren't stock..

Oh yes we could! Let's not forget that Charvel was really born out of customising Fenders.

bloodandtears · August 2022

https://photos.app.goo.gl/mHYqnc7YLRNeCcme9

1) Used to be a blue model 4M, now pink with Ibanez S series blade switch and pyramid decals. JT6 floyd, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, J100 middle, Dimarzio Air Norton Rail neck.

2) Used to be a black model 3, now a Purple multicolour swirl with custom neck with pyramid inlays. Gotoh floyd, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, J100 middle, Dimarzio Air Norton Rail neck (not pictured).

3) San Dimas chlorine burst, all stock bar the chrome pickup surrounds.

4) Used to be a black model 1A, now a PAW swirl. Gotoh floyd added, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, J100 middle, Dimarzio Air Norton neck. Will have pyramid decals soon most likely.

5) Used to be blue model 3A, now a blue/orange oil slick hydrodip finish, with a model 4M neck (Pyramid decals being added, pickup being repaired). JT6 floyd, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, Dimarzio Air Norton Rail neck.

Over the years I've had countless of these model series guitars, bought and sold more than I can remember.. I adore the necks, yes the heel access is not the best but everything else is simply great.. They (along with the Ibanez RGs) are the ultimate "meccano" guitars... Don't need any more now, I'd just bastardize one of these if I get bored.

Habanero · August 2022

bloodandtears said:

1) Used to be a blue model 4M, now pink with Ibanez S series blade switch and pyramid decals. JT6 floyd, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, J100 middle, Dimarzio Air Norton Rail neck.

2) Used to be a black model 3, now a Purple multicolour swirl with custom neck with pyramid inlays. Gotoh floyd, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, J100 middle, Dimarzio Air Norton Rail neck (not pictured).

3) San Dimas chlorine burst, all stock bar the chrome pickup surrounds.

4) Used to be a black model 1A, now a PAW swirl. Gotoh floyd added, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, J100 middle, Dimarzio Air Norton neck. Will have pyramid decals soon most likely.

5) Used to be blue model 3A, now a blue/orange oil slick hydrodip finish, with a model 4M neck (Pyramid decals being added, pickup being repaired). JT6 floyd, Dimarzio Tone Zone bridge, Dimarzio Air Norton Rail neck.

Over the years I've had countless of these model series guitars, bought and sold more than I can remember.. I adore the necks, yes the heel access is not the best but everything else is simply great.. They (along with the Ibanez RGs) are the ultimate "meccano" guitars... Don't need any more now, I'd just bastardize one of these if I get bored.

If ever a post screamed 'where are the photos' it's this one!

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