The Bach series II were very close, certainly better than Gibsons attempt. I love my Series II and two series III , once tricked out they give my real ones a run for the money but they are not 100% accurate. Things like the veneer over the top and back of the body, poly finish, pickguard, changing body shapes and thickness etc. are just some of the things not right. I plan on using Thunderbucker pickups as long as Steve is still winding them. I was going to cheap out and do bolt on but I think a set neck is a must. I have no intention of fixing the quirks associated (like neck dive) with NRs. I will build to sell at first then after I am satisfied with the process I'll build to order. I am using on of the suppliers the big guys use so it will be consistent CNC quality and I have (Bill found him) a local guy who shoots lacquer and does great work lined up for finishing.
