Polo Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 NGD: 2017 Heritage H-530 (VSB) First off I’d like to say thank you to my new favorite Heritage dealer: The Heritage Online Store Just kidding old schoolers, that’s just where I discovered this toneful beauty. I actually purchased the guitar thru a fellow HOC’er who also happens to be a world class Heritage Dealer. Mr. Gary Hines of Hines Archtop Guitars out of Portland OR, who not only gave me price that was considerably lower than the websites advertised price including the 30% discount, it was also lower than the other two much larger volume dealers that I contacted for a quote. I particularly appreciated the fact that Mr. Gary Hines of Hines Archtop Guitars didn’t try to wow me with a bunch of yimmer yammer about m.a.p and dealer pricing discount razzle dazzle. I asked him for his best price and he gave it to me. Period. There was no haggling or sales pitch. He gave me the best price he could on a guitar that was effectively advertised and I bought it. We did this deal completely via text message which as a very busy person I found to be INCREDIBLY convenient. Had this guitar not been waved in front of my short attention spanned face at a fair price that I didn’t need an accountant to help figure out….I probably wouldn’t have sought it out and neither would A LOT of guys I know. I was pleased to learn during this process that the on-line store is working out great and that it's indeed bringing the dealers a lot more traffic. This is what effective marketing looks like, it's not some kind of of corporate coup d’etat against it’s own dealers. So….There were a few things about this “New Era” Heritage that I found to be a bit different but overall it looks, feels and smells no different than any of my other Heritage guitars. If anything it’s nicer. The set-up and playability of this guitar were flawless straight out of the box. Fit and Finish work is nicer than what I’ve come to expect form “hand-made”, it’s nearly perfect. The new case and ID badge have newer/sleeker refined look. My experience with the admin team at Heritage was also very impressive. They quickly responded to a my change in shipping method and had the guitar to my door within a day. Even offered to ship me a new case when I noticed a very small TKL issue with the original. Very professional. These are without a doubt very exciting days for Heritage Guitar!!! I truly believe that the future has never been as bright and I’m incredibly grateful to call some of those fine folks at 225 my friends. Get out there and support these cats!! ALSB VSB OSB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffB Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Wow! nice. Congrats. Advertising works! who would made that connection? Hold on, you already knew about Heritage Guitars Inc. Advertising enables! 'Scuse my ignorance but what is the single cut OSB with TV Jones's and bigsby? Thats nice also. I like them all actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polo Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 Wow! nice. Congrats. Advertising works! who would made that connection? Hold on, you already knew about Heritage Guitars Inc. Advertising enables! 'Scuse my ignorance but what is the single cut OSB with TV Jones's and bigsby? Thats nice also. I like them all actually. Thanks Jeff, the bigby'd OSB is a hybrid of sorts...kinda of H-537.....kind of a H-535 Roy Clark. I typically use that one for Rodeo and tracker pull gigs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pressure Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Fab H530. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpuma Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Fantastic!!!! Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spectrum13 Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Like the traps, color and story. Looks great with the other two from your starter collection. Why does the label say VWB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polo Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 Like the traps, color and story. Looks great with the other two from your starter collection. Why does the label say VWB? Thx. Vintage Wine Burst Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schundog Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Love it, man. VWB is one of my favorite looking finishes, and I don't even have one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElNumero Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Beautiful! So how is the budget now for the rest of the year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoslate Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Great looking 530, Polo! And that kind of advertising cannot be bought! Swell narrative, and well played, all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gitfiddler Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Excellent!!! Play it in good health. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkKitty Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Really nice. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yooper Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Sweet! Can't wait for a tone report. Curious how it will compare to the Prospect with P-90s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polo Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 Sweet! Can't wait for a tone report. Curious how it will compare to the Prospect with P-90s. It's similarly warm and sweet but the H-530 wants to howel/moan a bit sooner at jam volumes. In short Of say that it's a very similar tone....just bigger and thicker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yooper Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 It's similarly warm and sweet but the H-530 wants to howel/moan a bit sooner at jam volumes. In short Of say that it's a very similar tone....just bigger and thicker. Thanks. Hollow body P90s are definitely more for club/chamber music than theatre/concert. Intimate and comforting, yet full-voiced and bold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennyv4 Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 What a beautiful guitar, congratulations and enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolero Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 wow, stunning! congrats! and those other ones are real nice as well!! digging the H537/whatever w/filtertrons what are the two toggles? one for each pup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanschoyck Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Very cool, you can get your Grant Green on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polo Posted April 20, 2017 Author Share Posted April 20, 2017 wow, stunning! congrats! and those other ones are real nice as well!! digging the H537/whatever w/filtertrons what are the two toggles? one for each pup? Thx man.... That's one definitely a Heritage fan favorite! The 2 toggles are kill switch and a reg 3 way pup selector. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FredZepp Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Awesome.. The Lollar pickups combined with that guitar should sound righteous. Great looking with the Vintage WineBurst. and It's cool to see the new labels. And.... a perfect set up right out of the box is a fantastic thing on so many levels. It's a great idea when that can be achieved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skydog52 Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 That's a beauty! Enjoy. H-530s are a Great Box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsck1 Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Gorgeous! Certain to bring you a lifetime of enjoyment! Congratulations! and yes, the other ones are mighty pretty too. Lucky guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gianluca Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 wonders congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artpulis Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Beautiful!!! Enjoy in good health Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad dog Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Beautiful guitar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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