Epiphone 50s & 60s Les Paul Standards! - NAMM 2020

[@andertons]

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[@leroyphilou6464]

A new Gibson copy made in China ..... cool ...

[@CentaurusRelax314]

Whoever had the idea to bring the Andertons 'studio' to Anaheim via a backdrop should be given a 'biscuit' and a gold star for the refrigerator.

[@davedavem]

If go further than that! I'd encourage them to go out and buy themselves a coconut.

[@Livelaughlimpbizkit]

CentaurusRelax314 I didn’t even notice that (I dk how I missed it) until you said, great idea!

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

I’m thinking of somehow using an image of that on my Green Screen and putting myself into an Anderson’s video. 🟩

[@iwandegreef]

Love that you brought the store in poster form with you.

[@KevinBlank]

THIS IS SO FAKE! We can totally tell you're not actually in the store...

[@KevinBlank]

@@krispatel1 Sorry, next time I won't forget to include the /s for sarcasm... I thought it was obvious...

[@hockey161616]

Holy fuck. It seriously took me awhile to realize they weren’t it the store lmfao

[@ikhsanhasbi657]

@@KevinBlank your sarcasm is very obvious. Some people just have no understanding of the concept, not your fault.

[@nightraven5760]

@@ikhsanhasbi657 the comments just unnecessary tho, like the dude pointed out they arent in the studio, but he just had to add in his part

[@CallumBishopGuitar]

Why don’t you call this series ‘Nammdertons?’

[@noughtpoint1gaming247]

I love that :)

[@beanzmeanzheinz1525]

They’re going to sell SO MANY of these!! Gonna be the biggest hit for a long time!!

[@Masterfighterx]

They'd do even better if the headstock was an actual Gibson headstock

[@hdsg8361]

Zyx people would be even more likely to swap the pups out and not buy a Gibson

[@maxfrombeyblade]

Zyx That’s exactly why they don’t use the Gibson headstock probably. But in my opinion, I like this new epi headstock more than Gibson

[@Masterfighterx]

@@maxfrombeyblade It's not like Fender, ESP, Ibanez, Schecter, Jackson, etc is suffering despite having the same headstock on a $2-300 or $3000 guitar..

[@jessehoopes7042]

I'm really impressed I like these alot gonna grab the jr.

[@chris.honeycutt]

Upgraded electronics? New headstock shape? 50s neck profile? Sold.

[@Leonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

Gibson neck profiles are shit

[@shanefields196]

Matt M your opinion.

[@george1906]

Matt M your opinion sucks

[@christian_silo]

@@Leonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn get better hands, nerd

[@Leonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

Christian Chaffee You listen to hardcore death metal your opinion is invalid

[@Just_lift_anyone]

Love the idea of epi originals, Casinos for example are brilliant guitars and Epi should be celebrated for their history.

[@davidmathews2599]

I'm wondering how much the Casinos are going to cost. 🎸🎶

[@Just_lift_anyone]

@@davidmathews2599 Same! I think - reassuringly expensive how they will go with these. I'd love one but I know I'll have to stick with my cheapo one, still for its small faults and a pingy g-string; I still love the thing :)

[@Spartanm333]

They were US made and a lot better than Gibson guitars for build and quality originally. Until Gibson bought them out and demoted them. The Beatles were not wrong in the early 60's (Epiphone Casino) and neither was George Benson who (in)famously gave up his ES135 because it couldn't stay in tune and stand up to live playing. He was approached by the Japanese who felt they could do better... he has been with Ibanez for the last 55+ years. Remember that when you see everyone raving about a 50's vintage Gibson... they weren't all bad but they would most likely fall flat as a gigging instrument unless you have deep pockets and your own guitar tech. Modern Gibson's are better due to improved manufacturing such as fret levelling but the older designs require you to have some skills and knowledge to get the most out of them - like the nut work required to help them keep tune.

[@dashripkin]

I love that Pete's ID badge actually says "Danish Pete"!

[@killerdude35]

The finish on that 60's Epi is just sic!

[@malcolmhardwick4258]

New headstock shape gets the thumbs up from me 👍

[@sonikku997]

YEEEAAAASS!! Not gonna lie, I bought a used Gibson last year. If these guys had been available at the time I would have chosen one of these.

[@Dale_Higgins]

Why?

[@sonikku997]

@@Dale_Higgins New headstock, and I really like the 50s inspired model. Also, they cost way less than a Gibson EVEN if you decide to upgrade the pickups. That 59 model with the Gibson pickups is great. Too bad it's just for 2020.

[@mattm2827]

Love the look of that 50s black sunburst Pete is playing!

[@showerstimescartoon]

I’m so glad to see they connect what Gibson’s been doing recently to Epiphone.

[@cutrepon7171]

Couldn't find the one Lee's holding on Anderton's or any 60's. That one looks awesome.

[@tuckerroberts9533]

I agree. It looks like the Iced Tea burst that they did a few years back on the 335 pro.

[@cutrepon7171]

@@tuckerroberts9533 You are right. Just checked the epiphone website and that's an iced tea. What will happen to the tribute plus line?

[@ryanthomas5736]

The headstocks never bothered me bc all of my epiphones are great playing guitars but I just might have to get the new lp custom and 61 sg and the new headstocks are brilliant. I thought something like this might have been coming out with the release of the new Joe Bonamassa Norm burst.

[@declanl2167]

I don't see any difference.

[@booshting3520]

You are going to buy a guitar based on a very minor headstock change ?

[@ragnadrabinowitz7629]

@@booshting3520 yep... if it's ugly I won't want it.

[@booshting3520]

@@ragnadrabinowitz7629 These new ones look like a cheap catalog guitar

[@Forest_Fifer]

@@declanl2167 the old one has cutouts on the top corners of the headstock

[@52Tele]

Love the backdrop. Feels like home

[@AudreyYun]

the headstock design change is all that was needed. i'm sold

[@daglar64]

I have 3 Gibson Les Paul's including an R8. I purchased an Epi LP 50's Standard to f around and mod. Holly crap, had it for over 6 months love the guitar. Neck is very similar to my 14 R8. Plays and sounds great. Glad I got it.

[@photobombchamp]

If I hadn’t recently bought a Gibson LP Studio Id be tempted by these... they look amazing and I know they play great

[@joemellusi533]

BEST IDEA EVER!!! Almost every guitar sold out on Epiphones website

[@Calcium_Penguin]

Probably my best playing guitar is a Korean made Les Paul from the 90's. This update in looks might make me consider getting another Epi instead of another brand. It's so nice to see a company listen to the people 👍

[@johnbresciani5933]

Been watching Andertons for many years, I can honestly say Lees' vibrato has improved a great deal. Very nice.

[@wiseguy9202]

Wow I'm really digging these. Good job Epiphone!

[@razifraship]

Just give it the Gibson LP headstock shape, people will love it and the sale will boom...

[@mckvrng9215]

please make a video of the new epiphone sg with the maestro trem!

[@adrian_bucks]

Man, I'm really impressed. Great job Epiphone. I'll try them!

[@adrianmarsglam]

Daaamn, Epiphone really knocked the ball out of the park this time. I was waiting for proper Firebird for a long time. And two months after I bought a luthier-made copy, they launched these. No regrets though! I might get one in different finish now!

[@RoachDoggJr2112]

I can't WAIT for the SG reviews! I'm gonna snag the one with the vibrola straight out the gate!

[@logan5437]

Thank you guys for posting videos. This day is like Christmas and I always know y’all will be there giving us the most important details. I love you guys

[@ClaytonMRay]

I’m so friggin happy about the headstocks. I might actually own a epi again!

[@ragnadrabinowitz7629]

the old headstock looked cheap and ugly to me, but that is just my opinion. definitely piques my interest in these guitars.

[@booshting3520]

These look hideous

[@enddy123456]

@@booshting3520 I don't understand why they won't just put the actual gibson headstock on em. Fender has been doing it with squire for 30 years and people still buy Fenders over Squires when they can afford them.

[@jaredespinosa1567]

enddy123456 My guess is because they’re two different brands. Yeah Gibson owns Epiphone, but Epiphone was it’s own brand that is now licensed and owned by Gibson. Squire on the other hand was MADE by Fender. If I’m not mistaken, Epiphone works on its own despite being owned by Gibson while Squire is manager by Fender. That is my guess on why Epiphone doesn’t have the Gibson name on it

[@natanaeldamian2192]

@@jaredespinosa1567 actually, if I'm not mistaken, squire was its own brand manufacturing guitar and violin strings before being purchased by fender.

[@clintcalkin617]

Totally digging this. I've been hoping they put some mojo back in the Epi line. Show us the Semi-hollows. Thanks for covering gents!!!

[@thebipolarbear1]

Wow about time Gibson/Epiphone gets with the program. Amazing looking instruments. Evh,fender and all made some fantastic stuff this year! I'm hoping squier gets some love too. Hope the andertons crew enjoys they're stay in the us. Welcome guys and thanks for Another great video!

[@TyRoxYaMan]

And just like that epiphone sales are going to skyrocket!!!!!

[@Zoso981]

Love these new Epis, excited to get my 50's model. Has the headstock angle been changed to mirror the Gibson design?

[@irvan36mm]

The new Epis look great, especially with the new headstock. Mind you, as my first electric was a brand new Epiphone Genesis back in 1978, I didn’t have any problems with the “old” headstock,either.

[@benasslick67]

Did they forget to mention they all come equipped with CTS pots.

[@DanNic88]

Pots? Yes I need something to boil my potatoes in

[@benasslick67]

@@DanNic88 cool

[@jason.h]

Serious game changer guitars. I would LOVE one

[@linus5171]

They should do this kind of upgrade to the tribute plus. Cause those 57 pickups man...

[@cannonfodder4507]

I mean, not quite the best but still better than the design we're all used to

[@croc3862]

I prefer the old design. But that's because I associate that shape with tuning stabolity.

[@cannonfodder4507]

@@croc3862 makes sense. That design looks a bit like the PRS design, and their tuning peg arrangement makes for great tuning stability

[@tramlad2]

The Vintage V100 JMB knocks these into a cocked hat in all honestly , that Vintage brand is so underrated they are great playing , well finished and superb value.

[@sugarlife485]

sound??

[@lind3223]

william mcmonagle Do you mean the Victory amps that you can see in the video?

[@maxfrombeyblade]

I love when companies actually listen to fans. Thumbs up for epiphone on that

[@lknez13]

This is so cool! I hope they reissue the Noel Gallagher Union Jack Sheraton soon

[@christianhaynes9981]

Lovro Knezevic yes same

[@suncoaster8578]

Where can I get that poster. Please put them up for sale. 🥰👍🏻😎🎩

[@dspindola94]

Please make a video with the new SG’s and the new Les Paul Custom! They look absolutely gorgeous from the pictures I’ve seen so far.

[@ronwilliams1094]

I'm a songwriter/guitarist and have always looked at guitars as being tools to achieve a specific end result. Personally, I've never really concerned myself about years, neck profiles, series, etc. If a guitar sounds good, plays well and is in my price range, I'm happy. When I see people geeking out on gear I've always equated it to chefs geeking out on their cutlery instead of the meals they create. Lol! I can understand and appreciate it though.

[@GJSsongsmith]

I’m a professional singer songwriter guitarist , been playing guitar for 50 years and have created a lot of music and whilst I agree with you I do have a certain leaning towards certain guitars and gear that I own , I’m always inspired when I play my 30 year old Martin acoustic for instance . Hope you continue to love making music as much s I do . Have a great Christmas ( cool analogy btw ! )

[@MJPGuitar]

New headstock looks great, and I love the videos of lee and Pete. Great duo.

[@guitagious9464]

Fantastic intro jam guys!!!!

[@xzn1989]

Yeah, right, they are gonna bump up the prices by 20% just for these changes *looks up for the actual price* OK, you got me there. Now I am interested

[@muniz27]

Same here, I was surprised they were that cheap

[@jacobbrown1690]

629 US

[@Djozer]

@@jacobbrown1690 Got mine for 599

[@diddymies]

Hopefully they do to SG Range too. With fretboard binding.

[@indiekiduk]

That's the 60's headstock shape. The 1962 Sheraton Reissue and the Wildcat have it.

[@dntertainment5435]

Gotta say, im really excited for these new Epiphone Inspired by Gibson models. They look incredible really

[@affiliatedx3]

is this the shot in the arm the Epiphone brand needed?

[@vinicioserafini5929]

For the price, they look amazing!

[@gonzothompson8118]

What’s the price?

[@9timesacharm]

Still a bigger headstock isn't it?

[@papaduds4824]

Yeah!! And for me looks strange

[@adamski101]

It looks better than the last one but it's still offputtingly WRONG when compared to a Gibbo!

[@9timesacharm]

@@adamski101 right?!

[@phillipholt6005]

I'm glad that I have the original Epi's. I love the beautiful headstock and the angle. It was out of the way when playing with numerous players.

[@croc3862]

Is this still the same headstock angle epiphone has always had

[@sugarlife485]

yes same headstock

[@croc3862]

@@sugarlife485 good because I hate the gibson 17°

[@ivorharden]

@@sugarlife485 New Headstock 👍👍👍👌

[@thejusticeization]

@@sugarlife485 He meant the angle not the head stock and the head stock is like Gibson now...

[@MrLuchon84]

Looks very similar than the old headstock, looks the same to me

[@orangederp]

Pete's Paul is clearly gloss but the 50's model in that color seems to only be available in a satin finish?

[@metalliholic]

right, website says satin but clearly looks glossy here and in pictures.

[@theymademedoit2003]

Love listening to you guys play. When can I come and join the Andertones?

[@3badthebad]

Yup I think I found my next guitar

[@sonicliberation]

If only Epiphone would have opted to finish these sweet things in nitro I would have my order in by now for a 60s LP.

[@chrishollinrake3171]

Shades of Freddy King in the opening bit Lee. Nice one.

[@robertlee6781]

Gibson and Epi are back in the game. Do a Junior review, please.

[@PaulPauliePabloPaolo]

Its definitely a step in the right direction . They really do just need to use the same open book headstock design if Epi want to make a LP. Also the brake angle of the Headstock should be correct on the 50’s and 60’s. it would make it a good customisation platform.

[@canterburyaudio5836]

Fatter 50’s neck? Sounds really good!

[@Djozer]

Grabbed a 60's Standard in Iced Tea when they arrived and couldn't be happier! I've never owned a Gibson to know the difference, but it just sounds beautiful. I have an American Strat that sits in its case, not seeing the light of day since I got this Epiphone. Amazing guitars for such a good price point!!

[@ryant3600]

My daughter got me a 60s just this past week as a gift. I'm blown away. I have Ibanez Genesis Rg 570 I've been playing constantly which I love, but since getting this 60's. I haven't touched any of my other guitars. Including Fender Strat, 4 Rg's, 1 Jem, a Jackson Soloist. THose are on the rack and might stay there for awhile..

[@Djozer]

@@ryant3600 They just play like butter, don't they? It sounds good even clean! Most days I choose it over my American Strat. Only play the Strat when I need those tones. Glad to hear you're enjoying it! Wonderful daughter to get her pappy something so special!!

[@ryant3600]

@@Djozer I love it. Never thought I would enjoy an LP style guitar.. but Now I get it.. :)

[@LeMans512]

I like the sunburst one.

[@hanomag251]

I was never interested by a Gibson Les Paul because of the price tag. And I was never interested by Epiphone because of all the critics you could read everywhere. But now, they have my attention!!! Love the color!!! Could be a good choice to get a Les Paul!!!

[@RGMDG]

I'll buy one of those guitars. They are beautiful. Then "maybe" upgrade the pickups, but from what I heard, they sound great too.

[@thelowceilings9268]

awesome, waiting for the Epip's Frontier and Excellente !

[@darrenfleming6225]

They should use the headstock they used on the Epiphone Elite's

[@mikew3494]

Exactly !

[@ericd5224]

Have you guys had the chance to check out the new Epiphone Dot as well?

[@kerrywilliams8469]

50s with long neck tenon and 60s with ebony fretboard

[@tjjr1062]

I'm getting the 60s for sure.

[@aaronperrotta7055]

Captain with some Clapton-esque vibrato in the beginning. Nice!

[@keithlewis3843]

If Andertons could sort out my loyalty pointas, I'd be seriously tempted to make one of these my next purchase

[@TheEddiez06]

Great change with headstocks! They're listening to the people.

[@kycat2007]

Lee, are the neck poly or nitro? I know you guys said Gibson's felt different on the neck on previous shootouts.

[@seniordh500]

Thank you guys.. Awesome job 👍

[@fernandopedrozo9776]

I’m confused....Are you guys at Anderson’s pretending that you are at the Namn?

[@dumpsterfireguitars8772]

Wow man Lee Anderton has become damn near phenomenal on guitar.

[@thrashtildeath710]

I'm ashamed to say I was about a week away from buying a Gibson exclusively because I hated the Epiphone headstock. This news probably just saved me about $700-$1000 so from the bottom of my heart thank you.

[@DevilMayAsian]

These look so good! If the price is right, i may end up with my first les paul soon!

[@niklasfreericks5436]

600€ Ordered one today

[@MattW05]

Honestly the old head stocks were the main thing keeping me from getting an epi. I love the new look I’ve always wanted a les Paul, I’m an SG guy all the way so I could never justify spending that amount of money on a guitar that wasn’t an sg but I might have to reconsider now. Considering the price ofc.

[@richashby6422]

Forget the updated guitars they finally updated the Epiphone website :)

[@RomasNoreika]

So I could not understand really: so which one has a slimmer neck profile? 60s or 50s?

[@briankierans2926]

What colour is that 60's Les Paul? It's just stunning.😍

[@therollband1290]

Sounds great! 🤘🏼✌🏻

[@denniscohle3786]

With the new headstock shape they're gonna sell a ton of these! Beautiful!

[@sugarlife485]

dont see a difference??

[@mattludlam2194]

@@sugarlife485 from what I can see the notches from the top corners of the book have gone, so it's a bit closer to the gibson style

[@sugarlife485]

@@mattludlam2194 agreed but the way these guys presented the video I was expecting a wayyyyy different headstock

[@bryanherward4679]

actually not new...my 1989 has this head stock..it was done on the first year of production...then they started clipping the corners...

[@ivorharden]

@@sugarlife485 New Headstock 👍👍👍👌

[@ferramirez4570]

Looks good and sounds good Still the Headstock kind of look the same though

[@Masterfighterx]

Far from looking the same, but far from looking right. But it is a step in the right direction..

[@marioflamel853]

Advice for purchase: Les paul 50’s cherry or 60’s iced tea? Why? Thanks

[@davidawilliams1782]

Better, really like my 2005 standard, don't ever purchase brand new but might just do so. I visiting your store end of month do you know of any places in Guildford that do open mic on weekends as few of us travelling from Llandudno to go to Andertons. Cheers👍👍

[@audiotechlabs4650]

But what amps are you mates using? That can make a difference in how they sound! Thanxz

[@MaximillianRed]

Is the 60's epiphone lp the slim taper neck like the Gibson version?

[@MattyK-USA]

Oh man, that headstock is SOOOOOO much better! P.S. The Captain must have some serious Grand Poobah mojo going on, to get his own studio at NAMM!

[@tvportugalapp]

They look and sound great!

[@molly-bd2lo]

how much better are these guitars than the epiphone plustop pros? looking into buying one sometime in the future

[@jacobm7421]

They finally fixed the headstock. But do the necks still feel like plastic? Does 70% of the guitars still sound dead through any amp lol?

[@coleday5768]

Can you and rob do a video of the cherry burst epiphone les paul classic. Its got zebras, grovers, a plain top. Its just mint👌

[@MarkJohnsonJams]

The headstocks are better. I thought they were going to make them fully like the gibsons but just say epiphone.

[@orcaflotta7867]

Mark Agnesi would never allow that, ever!

[@sugarlife485]

exactly are very very slightly different...FAIL

[@cheesefruit200]

They obviously weren't going to do that

[@bryanherward4679]

if you know a guy, you can get full on Japanese built Epiphones Les Pauls that look right...true to spec with the right headstock...but say epi

[@sugarlife485]

@@bryanherward4679 who is this guy?

[@Braglemaster123]

Congratulations 🎊🎈🎉🍾 Epiphone. Well done 👍. Sensei Rick USA 🇺🇸 🥋🥋🥋🥋🥋