ESP: M-series former headstock

Following my Samoth-ESP post, there were some queries as to how the former ESP pointy headstock look like since the one in that entry wasn't showing enough clarity. The one above proves useful.

This headstock design lasted till late 1980s before the current cut took over. The reason for it being dumped was simple; it looked too similar to another manufacturer's design so legal complications took place.

The final pic here is off the ESP website, note the slight design variation- the blue version featured a more acute break angle from the bass-side E string to the machine head post as opposed to its black counterpart.

GJ8: Headstock

This is the GJ8's headstock up close- a simple design, very appealing to say the least.

This is how it is over at the flip-side. The headstock-neck heel there ensures enough bulk to resist the angled profile. Those are non-locking tuners in use, excuse the stains there as this guitar had seen about 3 years' worth of play & storage.

A look from this angle reveals a uniform wood hue extending from the fretboard right up to the headstock face.

Ibanez GIO (headstock) decal

Do take note of the revised GIO decal (with immediate effect); I personally find the inclusion of the 'tick' motif to be complementary to the headstock design. The Prestige decal looks empty without that inclusion & places too much emphasis on the 'Prestige' label; to me, it loses class.