Epiphone Inspired By Gibson Acoustics - Traditional Gibson Shapes Now at an Affordable Price!

[@andertons]

We've listened to the feedback & just released a Mic'd/Playing Only version of this video. To hear how these stunning Epiphone Acoustics sound unplugged check out the link below! Thanks for tuning in! 🤘 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3icaqhuotSksKc

[@marcuslewitzki4610]

Didn't the original J-200 have a Tune-O-Matic bridge?

[@d18dlf]

Thank you. That is what an acoustic is all about. Again, thank you Mate.

[@stevethompson5638]

Literally surfing the internet right now for a new acoustic. This couldn't have come at a better time.

[@andertons]

It's almost like we knew... 😉

[@fleosflanacek]

@@andertons illuminati confirmed...

[@Kivencito]

Steve! try Paramount series from Fender. They are really cool!

[@foxz0mbie1]

Same bro, same. Did you end up getting anything?

[@CTFeil729]

I bought my J45 about a year ago after watching this video, and last week I got a J200 (which has been my dream guitar for about 20 years, but I could never justify buying the Gibson), and they’re both incredible and so much fun to play. Thank you Ben for your review and this video!

[@olivermoat3960]

Just bought a hummingbird and I can’t put it down.its got a lovely bright tone and plugged in to an amp it even makes my bad playing sound good! So happy to own this guitar!🤟

[@lptomtom]

Epiphone is on a roll recently, wow

[@mmonkeyman1403]

You can point that to the New CEO's leadership. Gibson (for the most part) cant and won't be able to create value-priced instruments like fender that live up to the whole "luxury" brand segment that Gibson exists in. By creating these middle-ground epiphone guitars, they get people in the ecosystem of gibson brands and give them something to aspire to one day. I do think that is a distinction between a Mexican and American fender. After having bought a well-specc'd MIM fender strat this past year, I couldn't imagine buying an American one for more that would likely give me less. I've had an epiphone LP as my first guitar, and it's shortcomings made my first Gibson all the more sweet.

[@ryanperron8309]

Yes this and the new coronets they are on a roll

[@sethgauby8730]

Just ordered the Riviera ... pretty excited !

[@jeffreysmith6373]

Epiphone has been I sold my 2013 Gibson Les Paul and have picked up a Epi 335 knock off and SG model, They are really great.

[@rabbidstech7677]

These are absolutely beautiful guitars! I'm glad they're finally bringing their Gibson counterparts to an actually affordable line.

[@TheBuff54]

OMG - That blues on the Hummingbird is played very well! Wish I could play like this.

[@donkimble]

I’m convinced there’s something about KZbin comments that inhibits manners. These look very good. Thanks for the overview.

[@JoshuaC923]

I agree, it's a great video

[@DeltaJazzUK]

Wouldn't it have been a good idea to demonstrate the acoustic sound of acoustic guitars?

[@shanebrabham4491]

The amps, and pickups sound great. But how does the guitars sound?? They are acoustics after all.

[@multipipi1234]

What are you all talking about.?

[@overdrivemejimmy6847]

Probably the only way for me to get a hummingbird and thank you epiphone for releasing theese

[@igres94]

Sigma guitars can be an other option

[@brachasocials]

Try to save up money and go for a Gibson. I also did so.

[@russheath15]

They look and sound fantastic and I’ll say it again what a player Ben is could listen to him play all day.👍

[@soarornor]

My fave is that beautiful, natural J200. I love the soft, non gloss finish on these. Just like the finish they used on the Century series guitars. I hope that Epiphone created beautiful cases especially for this series like they did for the Century guitars.

[@OBPmusical]

Bought my Epiphoke J45 yesterday and drove back barely in time to do my gig with it! Best purchase in a long time. It did not disappoint!

[@naturalrestingface4909]

Had a Gibo J200, bought it 2007 for £1799, sold it, regret it. Maple has a light breezy well balanced sound. This seems like it comes close. Guessing these Epi's blow the socks off the crap they were churning out for years prior to this. Great playing Ben.

[@faustobraccio2168]

Amazing! It would be amazing to have a blindfold challenge with their Gibson counterparts.. for all of them, but specially for the J45!

[@andertons]

If only we’d shot that straight after & it was being released soon.... 😉

[@Darth_Wafer]

I bought an Epi Hummingbird a year ago and I honestly should've waited until these were released cause they're killer!

[@mattsmitchger259]

Had the same one. The design on the pick guard wore off pretty quick and it turned out the truss rod wasn't straight. These look like they have the real Delmar style pick guard and are all around better. I can't decide which, but I'm definitely getting one of these.

[@EJ2K2K]

@@mattsmitchger259 I’m stuck on the Sunburst J200 or the natural hummingbird

[@mattsmitchger259]

@@EJ2K2K Can't go wrong with any of them. I've always wanted a J-45 but 3 grand is out of the question. The previous J-45 copies were...meh. I think I've found the solution. I'm sure they'll be back ordered for a while, though. All of these are gonna sell like crazy.

[@EJ2K2K]

@@mattsmitchger259 Yeah I’ll never pay 3-4k for a guitar in my life, I’m a hobby guitar player at the moment so there’s no way I could justify it. Although yes, I think we have found a fantastic solution here!

[@mattyburrows9059]

i picked one of them up and put it straight down..i think they use matchsticks for wood..the worst guitar ive ever seen..including the toys they sell at asda

[@wesleyduarte4512]

Wish they would’ve done an L-00 that would put the icing one the cake

[@mattsmitchger259]

Next year🤞 I had the same gripe about the electric line. Hoping they add the SG Jr eventually.

[@mitchellmiller5136]

If they do an L-00, I'll probably buy one, no questions asked.

[@nl_rhein4886]

Same with me, I was hoping that the model was behind the guy's chair 🤣. Already have an EL-00 which is a great guitar, but this line is on a different level.

[@robertlester641]

Solid wood Masterbilt J200 FINALLY! This is a game-changer at well under a grand. Epiphone is going to rule the world. Can't wait to try one and the Hummer as well

[@DougZbikowski]

Just got my J-200 yesterday. It’s AMAZING. The neck feels like my Les Paul, it rings and sounds sooooo smooth. It’s giving my $2000 Martin D28 a run for the money. Thank you Epiphone!

[@JonnyBoss83]

You are lucky indeed if you can find a D28 for any less than £2500 or $3000. And if your epiphone sounds almost as good...get a hearing test.

[@ToneChaser79]

@@JonnyBoss83 I can find used D28’s all day long for $2k.. If you think these Epi’s can’t sound every bit as good, you’re a silly cork sniffer. Price doesn’t make something sound better

[@josephclay3864]

I recently bought a Seagull Performer and it’s a pretty great guitar, but after watching and hearing your Epiphone video, I think maybe I should have checked out Epiphone before I made my decision. Great video. I especially liked the Epiphone Humingbird. Thanks!

[@ahmed_hazem_]

Great guitars and great value for money! Would've loved if they made a sunburst version of the hummingbird, that would've been AWESOME!

[@JonnyBoss83]

I have a Sigma J200 copy. It's £100 less,but,has laminate back and sides. I'd have paid the extra 100 were these available a couple of years ago. Sigma do offer a solid J200 copy,but firstly they are hard to find, and go for roughly 1200-1400. These look fantastic. Lovely playing as always Ben.

[@poploadermusic6210]

i thought the same last week but i was wrong. the sigma gja-sg 200 is much better sounding than the new epiphone j-200. i could compare them this week. huge quality difference in sound for the same price. so i kept my sigma because it sounded bigger and warmer. more like the gibson. the epiphone sounded thin and trebly.

[@JonnyBoss83]

@@poploadermusic6210 I'll make sure to play one first then,thanks for the advice. I'll probably go for a Gibson G45 studio. Short scale and quite different to the super jumbo I'm used to. But having played a few,I know they are great. Very consistent too.

[@poploadermusic6210]

@@JonnyBoss83 i also own a gibson j-45. every gibson is better than this new epiphone. i dont know why some people dont agree with that. this new epiphone is a very nice guitar for oasis fans who dont have a big bank account and dont play live on stage or in the studio but if you play live and record songs in the studio then go for the sigma gja-sg200 or a gibson.

[@Constantstate]

The J200 sounds great, the playing is just awesome! However, I have an issue with using drop D for a demo... of course it sounds great, but I can't compare the low end with the other guitars this way. Great video overall though.

[@matthewweiss2878]

Thanks for adding a video with the guitars recorded through a mic (linked in a previous comment). Your playing is terrific, by the way! Really enjoy listening to you playing these axes!

[@kherayux]

Epiphone vs Sigma vs Gibson J200 Please :D This would be really interesting. Maybe Blindfolded?

[@shakespeariancopy3053]

Sigma all the way.... although these epis are full solid body, sigma’s build quality is just amazing, I have tried them against several solid body guitars, way better sound than all of them... now will you get the Gibson sound for a sigma’s price? Nope, but quite close and Gibson will unlikely deliver a sound worth 6k of price on their guitars. IMO Sigma beats them both in Price-Quality relationship, you get them for close to epis price but they over deliver on quality and looks. But you are the judge, go to a Store and try them so you see what I’m talking you about, anyways you can’t go wrong with any. None the less these epis sound and look great!

[@EJ2K2K]

@@shakespeariancopy3053 I don’t trust Sigma at all, I tried out a Hummingbird copy and it felt and sounded like cheap shit.. It was around the same price as the J200 copy they do if I remember correctly.

[@shakespeariancopy3053]

@@EJ2K2K maybe you’ve got to try one with a poor set up, most guitars shipped overseas must be re set up due to climate and atmospheric pressure changes but more than usual guitar stores don’t care about that. I tried one in the UK vs other Gibson’s and epis, and while sound wise they were not as good as Gibson they were way better to my ears than any epi master built I tried that day, but this store have each guitar set up done as soon as they arrive, huge difference. While of course a 400$ guitar won’t feel or sound like a 4K guitar, these do great price quality for most players. I advice you to check a blindfold video done by Anderton’s featuring Ariel posen and trying sigmas and Gibson’s and Others, Ariel was surprised by the quality of Sigma.

[@andertons]

We'll try to make that happen...

[@poploadermusic6210]

@@andertons yes, i really want this to see/hear. i have bought a sigma gja-200 sg because all chinese epiphone jumbo acoustics sucked in comparison but with these new ones it could be different but its still hard to beat the sigma gja-200 sg for the price of 800. the quality is amazing.

[@surfmikey]

Bought the J45 version last night (from Andertons, of course!) Happy Christmas to me :-)

[@andertons]

Christmas & a new guitar day? Sounds like you're gonna have a great holiday! Thanks for watching the channel & supporting the store!

[@blackbirdrc8348]

Wow! Epiphone knocked it out of the park with these! Gotta get me a j45 or j200

[@Usasuperpower]

Absolutely awesome! I'm so happy these are out now. They are beautiful and you can hear the qualities. Thank you

[@ppgwhereeverett4412]

THANK YOU !! At 9:39 I stopped this video and wrote a new song from your G, D, C, progression ! On my new Epi J-200 Studio Limited-Edition 12-String !! And I'm looking at the Hummingbird or the J-200 6 string. So , Thanks !

[@DadofThree]

I almost ordered a new acoustic two days ago and glad I didn't. I always wanted a Masterbilt J200. Put one on order at my local store yesterday

[@mixedfruitjam]

What did you think of the J200?

[@DadofThree]

@@mixedfruitjam Im at work and it got delivered a few hours ago. Ill reply again once I get it out.

[@benallmark9671]

Well how is it ?

[@DadofThree]

@@benallmark9671 tbh didn’t care for it. Sold it. But I have the J45 and the Frontier and they are amazing

[@DadofThree]

@@benallmark9671 The size of them makes them uncomfortable for many people. Im above average height and it fits me well. In you situation the 00 or even try the 000 in martin. They have a great line in the 17 series as well. I haven't played the new Gibson Generations but they have mixed reviews online so I would get my hands on one or make sure the return policy is good if ordering online. AMS does great for that.

[@boddumblues]

Very nice looking guitars, especially the J-200 natural.

[@jamessupernor6681]

Been playing for 40+ years and recently purchased an Epiphone ej200. I'm quite happy with it, although I might upgrade to a bone saddle and nut.

[@TheTrollMastah]

Wow these look really good, usually Epiphone looks like cheap crap but changing the headstock to the original vintage style really made it better. I was really digging the Epiphone USA Texan. Hopefully they start making original Epiphone models again. A USA Crestwood Custom in a nitro finish would be EPIC

[@hotlov72]

This is what I've always wanted Epiphone to do! Makes sense to me, since Sigma AmI has been doing the same things already

[@robertlester641]

Exactly. Long overdue

[@DUNPEAL01]

100%

[@DUNPEAL01]

Finally, I just hope that they're not overly built like the AJ45. That guitar is so heavy...

[@hotlov72]

I agree, the Masterbilt Aj45 was such a disappointment, heavey as a brick and it didn't look much like a J45, especially with that horrible thick double rosettes they always put around the sound hole

[@DUNPEAL01]

@@hotlov72 100% agree!

[@GuitarKilf]

Those finishes look fantastic, no more awful super shine poly just a beautiful sheen...Epiphone are knocking it out the park this year I think. Can't wait to see the new finish Casinos next

[@t-tone5560]

Please do a shoot out,Epiphone J45 v Gibson G45 and the other budget Gibson range.

[@andertons]

Stay tuned!

[@sesa1076]

This is bizarre but about a year or more ago, I had written a letter to Epiphone encouraging them to reissue quality Epiphone originals like the coronet, and BEGGING them to make a jumbo WITHOUT a cutaway cause I had played one in the store and it sounded amazingly full but I hate cutaways, especially on a jumbo...and today I sign on and you’ve go5 a video about both!

[@sesa1076]

I even asked them to put the new headstock on it and they did! I’m not taking credit, I’m just happy. Now somebody give me 509 bucks.

[@timothychiles6675]

Last fall I got an e j200 super jumbo but mine came with the fishman pick up. I have never been more pleased with a purchase. I have named her Epiphany and she is that.

[@metoo9644]

Oh my god! Incredible tone... heck of a great player and one of the best vids i’ve watched

[@Jez3134]

I wonder how the J45 compares the the Masterbilt AJ. These look fantastic, if they're on par with the masterbilt series in terms of quality they should be pretty popular. Can we see a future Gibson J45/HB vs Epiphone J45/HB vid possibly?

[@DUNPEAL01]

Aj500 is a good guitar but way too heavy...

[@masonaka47]

I got new J200!! Get it!!!!

[@chrishatcher5634]

I really dig your videos! Please do a comparison Gibson vs Gibson inspired unpluged

[@andertons]

🙏🏻 Comparison video coming. Watch this space.

[@masonaka47]

I got the new J200 natural!! Upgraded pins to Buffalo bone. It’s beautiful baby!!!!

[@johnjgibson6807]

Definitely Some Of The Best Acoustic Playing And The Guitars Are Pretty Awesome 👍👍🎶🎶🎸

[@EyecareBacklog1]

Great demo! They all look and sound fab; my only negative is not wanting gold tuners, but I think I could get over it. Thanks.

[@mikec3454]

They are beautiful and I love the vintage vibe. That said, for a few hundred bucks you can get a gently used Taylor GT Urban Ash. I played one today and it blew me away on how well it played and sounded.

[@alekseigrebenev804]

Hey guys! Always great videos, thanks! Ben, your playing is awesome, as usual! Cheers, Man!

[@RichSad45]

Very nice. Love your playing Ben. Those Epiphone guitars sounded like good values at those prices. I see one in my house in the near future

[@therealdavidleong]

Wow, they finally got the sunburst to look right! I just wish there was an LG-2

[@pedrohenriquesouza8015]

Honestly, I'm not very into the spruce/mahogany combination because I prefer the sound of spruce/maple and spruce/rosewood, but I've always loved how gorgeous the Hummingbird looks. If Epiphone ever decides to make an inpired by Gibson version of the Dove or Songwriter, I'll save every single penny to buy it.

[@michaelangelo2739]

This Epiphone Inspired by Gibson J-200 is just an all around excellent guitar. I have both Aged Antique Natural and Aged Vintage Sunburst.Like I said they look & sound gorgeous. I'll be picking up another Epiphone Inspired by Gibson made in Cherry Burst. It does have the Inspired by Gibson sticker inside, but the top is the only solid wood part on it [sikta spruce]. A very beautiful guitar for just $499.00 American dollars. made by Gibson/Epiphone for Sweetwater Sound. I have been waiting for Gibson/ Epiphone to make some well deserved minor improvements & then raise prices modestly I think. Gibson Acoustics are great guitars but, way over priced. I grew up 25 miles from their original plant in Kalamazoo, MI. I come from Battle Creek, MI. What else could a bunch of flakes want cereal & guitars. Peace, Michael Angelo

[@lknez13]

God I want that J-200. Been lusting over a Gibson version for years now cause Noel Gallagher plays one haha. But this version looks and sounds great 🔥

[@jeramym9506]

Yep! Holy cow it sounds and looks great!

[@EJ2K2K]

Yep, Noel is definitely the reason I want one for myself also

[@southplainsrr]

Also Richard Ashcroft has used one.

[@utkarsh_Shrivastava]

Me too because of Noel Gallagher

[@kravitz1999]

I got my Hummingbird last year... Wish I had known these were coming out :(

[@USNAVDC]

Really nice playing on the Hummingbird!

[@waylong25]

I have an older EJ-200N that's seen better days (splitting neck joint as well as the actual neck heel itself is splitting into 3 for who knows why as well as cracks in the top, they were there before I received it as a refurb) so I'm honestly STOKED to see a proper J-200 in the line and totally want one

[@gr9dka]

Finally, a j200, i've been waiting so long

[@LoganE01]

You and me both.

[@karenrattray5232]

Love my new inspired by gibson hummingbird.👍👏🇨🇦

[@matlam]

Thanks for this video, super informative! I'm very interested in the new Epiphone Hummingbird and I'm thinking of buying it, it seems to be really good for this price range! But I hesitate with the new D'Angelico Excel Lexington which has almost the same characteristics (all solid wood, same microphone, almost the same price), and which also has a great design! A video explaining the differences between these two guitars in terms of sound and comfort would be great 🤩

[@Rustyjamesman]

Damn that intro jam had some incredible playing!

[@talentosa57]

I have an Epiphone EJ200 and I really wish these were out when I bought it. I'm definitely eyeing that Epiphone J-45 for sure. Kinda wish they would make a 00 or even a LG-2 version in these.

[@gs3173]

Thanks for taking the time to make this. I just for an email form GuitarGuitar and started googling away to find out what they sounded like!

[@davidrednall2901]

Very nice guitars. Great presentation thanks

[@ukutiki]

My Sweetwater order for the J45 cutaway is in! I have an Epi AJ45ME and wondering how they'll compare. Thank you for sharing this line!

[@DUNPEAL01]

So what do you think?

[@ajwallace381]

Excellent job Ben!

[@villarrealmarta6103]

Just got my J-45 and it’s awesome!

[@Kur0y4m4]

Been waiting for this new Kalamazoo headstock to hit this model. Will be buying!

[@topspin213]

I've just bought the J45..........LOVE IT. Sounded way better than a Gibson J45 studio that was in the shop, and better than a chinese Guild too. Huge sound for its price.

[@michaelangelo2739]

That Epiphone J-45 cut away sounds great too. Peace, M.A..

[@LiquidIronTV]

A video comparing the Epiphone J-45 to the Gibson G-45 to the Gibson J-45 could be interesting.

[@bencropper3965]

And throw in the Sigma SG45 too...

[@multipipi1234]

He has....blind fold test. With all of them.He favoured the Gibson each time.

[@sergi23]

Your playing is exquisite. I would watch you strumming rocks. Thanks!

[@paulnichols2710]

I could listen to you play all day.... Fantastic.

[@michaelbullman9990]

Would be good to see a direct comparison video with the Gibson versions , also are there any plans on a demo for the epiphone Frontier ? I’ve been seriously considering one but now I’ve seen these I’ve got a decision to make 🤔😂 Thanks for all the videos 😁👍🏻

[@Badonkadonker]

On central heating and humidity. #1 Open your windows - yes you lose heat, but hey fresh air comes in. #2 Place a bowl of water next to the radiators. This will cause this water to evaporate (500 ml will do for a week I think, well depends on you heating, but still) and humidify your apartment in a way, which does not cause trouble, yet is nice to your guitars.

[@TomMcCormickGuitar]

Please please please do these demos without the electronics - or do separate electronics/mic'd sound samples. All of these lower end piezo pickups aren't great and you really can't get an idea of the tone of the guitar when they are blended. C'mon Andertons you guys know better! :)

[@andertons]

We tend to use a blend in our acoustic videos showing what the Acoustic sounds like along side their built-in preamp. Perfect for getting a realistic gig sound, if you were to take this out on the road. We are always looking at ways to improve & will try include an acoustic only section in the future. Thanks for tuning in! 🤘

[@TomMcCormickGuitar]

@@andertons Love yall. I would almost guarantee most viewers would prefer you guys showcase both sounds separately, as well as blended at the very least. Just my opinion of course!

[@thefilmandmusic]

Hi end piezo are crap as well. I agree I want to hear the natural acoustic sound...

[@TomMcCormickGuitar]

@@thefilmandmusic I don't disagree at all! The lower end ones are definitely BAD.

[@portwill]

Agree!! I couldn’t care less about the pickup. I have to search for other videos to get a better idea on how these sound

[@alestev24]

In general I gravitate more towards the big "M", but I have a J-45 model from last year, when it was still called "AJ-45 Masterbilt", also all solid woods. I guess there is not much difference except for the tuners and the finish. It is a very good guitar, not only for the price, but good, period. Not wow-factor excellent, but really good.

[@fgdsfgsdfgdsfgdfgsdfgsdfgs8679]

Andertons needs to start dealing with Eastman, that brand is killer

[@andiwernerful]

Right!

[@MiddleTalent]

Yes, i have an E20-Om Eastman and it's a dream 🤩

[@fgdsfgsdfgdsfgdfgsdfgsdfgs8679]

@@MiddleTalent The AC622 fits somewhere spec/build quality between a £4k taylor 814 and a £5200 914... and its £1730 This company is the best kept secret

[@fgdsfgsdfgdsfgdfgsdfgsdfgs8679]

@@kmichaelp4508 Eastman start down around £500 and thats a hand made instrument

[@TheGuitarsquatch]

@@kmichaelp4508 My all solid Eastman was $500 brand new.

[@michaelangelo2739]

Very good demo Ben. Thanks! Peace, M.A.

[@tobiaslejnerborn2238]

What is the difference between this new Inspired line and their Masterbilt series which also has many of these models and selling at the same prices? A bit confused..

[@Jim-zt1hl]

I ask the same question....what's the difference is the inspired by Gibson the new name or what????

[@Jim-zt1hl]

I ask the same question...what is the difference between Inspired by Gibson vs masterbuilt????

[@benjaminneaves3195]

I am also confused by this. But I'm really considering getting the new epiphone hummingbird because I sure as hell cant afford the Gibson.

[@onyva3256]

This price for solid wood is brilliant. I can feel Xmas wishlist coming on....

[@pascale-annedesaulniers9780]

Have J200 and I just love it !

[@DANWRIGHTITIS]

Youre my fave Andertons guitar dude!! Nice Geeeetars too =)

[@cnrbsmth]

If you are gonna stick your acoustic guitar through a loud p.a system, the investment should be in your pickup and preamp rather than the guitar itself. P.A's are the great equaliser for acoustic instruments. These guitars are ideal, they look cool and are cheap, they sound somewhat like an acoustic guitar and thats the best you can possibly hope for through a pickup anyhoo!

[@mlvncgndhn9583]

i was looking for a fender but i dont understand why im here... and im glad

[@taverntimes6806]

Ive just bought the natural finish j200 from you guys should arrive friday. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@EJ2K2K]

How is it?

[@jonathandavenport9572]

My favorite Andertons acoustic player for sure 👍

[@jorgew7538]

Epiphone have absolutely nailed it this year! As good as the 90s models

[@JeremyLeech]

I just got a Gibson j45 studio. But man does that epiphone j45 look/sound good!

[@bertalangaspar6081]

Thank you! Beautiful rewiew!

[@andertons]

Thanks for watching!

[@ondmon818]

I have the ej200 from 20odd years ago and it's fabulous(it wasn't anything near £700 even with inflation)

[@MadMarchTaffy]

Great, as ever, Ben

[@nicoleshipp3745]

Damn it i had just decided on getting the Gibson G-45 then BAM.......an affordable solid hummingbird??? Back to being undecided!!!

[@justinvanderschaaff5545]

Go with the Gibson, you will not be disappointed

[@arner.kornfeil6304]

Those are some great guitars! If only there was an LG-2 in the Inspired By Gibson series, I would order it immediately.

[@ShaneOpeno]

OR, go to Elderly Instruments (elderly.com) and look up the Farida Old Town series.

[@arner.kornfeil6304]

@@ShaneOpeno I've never heard of those guitars before. I've checked them out and they are exactly what I was looking for. Thank you and have a great day!

[@benallmark9671]

@@arner.kornfeil6304 pretty sure they’re the originals , the very first acoustic Gibson released back in the day.

[@poploadermusic6210]

cool guitars. now sigma vs epiphone demo please....but with more strumming (plectrum) this time!

[@craighayes3316]

You should be in Nashville playing like that. Brilliant

[@camaderrygoat1314]

I have an epiphone ej 200ce And I'm curious whether I should upgrade to this new version... any chance you guys could do a comparison video???

[@freddysnip6257]

I have the same guitar as you. And I seriously want to trade it in for the Epiphone j200 aged natural, since it is all solid, sans cutaway, and it resembles a 50's Gibson J-200.

[@TheLastFraudster]

I'm looking at the same thing? Did you go for it?

[@caster3283]

Epiphone seem intent on exceeding their 90’s peak. These look and sound fantastic. I love the new Casino in olive and the Reissue of the Riviera.

[@poploadermusic6210]

all korean epiphone´s from the 90´s are way better than these chinese and indonesia models. i could compare them. there´s a quality difference.

[@caster3283]

@@poploadermusic6210 thanks but how do you know? You might be right but unless you had played these newer models you’re just assuming all Korean made guitars are better than Guitars made in China. I’ve had plenty of 90’s Epi’s in the past but I haven’t played any of the new stuff. They look and sound great to me from what I’ve heard on line.

[@poploadermusic6210]

@@caster3283 i have compared them and the difference is huge. dont forget many demo videos on yt are perfect mixed and add. worked on to make them sound very good. the reality is different. epiphone china are plastic guitars. i would never ever use them on stage and in the studio. i regret that i sold some of my korean made epis from the 90s. they were great guitars.

[@caster3283]

@@poploadermusic6210 they sure were. Ive had a Korean Sheraton, 2 x Casinos and a few LP’s and I sold them all as I “upgraded”. Looking back I wish I still had them all! Well hopefully these new models are a positive move in the right direction but until I have played one personally I’ll reserve judgment. They certainly look cool. Nice one mate, cheers.

[@Jim-zt1hl]

What is the difference between Inspired by Gibson vs masterbuilt???

[@zoomTV1000]

Nice playing. Will I be as good as that if I wear glittery nail varnish?

[@tonyn9858]

try it you can borrow mine )

[@davew8542]

These look awesome. Great value. Fantastic playing as always. Any chance of a tab/ lesson on the tune played on the hummingbird? (2nd tune)

[@serfdogg]

Talented dude ...plain n simple 👍🏻

[@javierameliabalzola1285]

Outsanding they are worth every Penny

[@denzilhamm331]

Epiphone can't lose since they switched that headstock design. Someone at the company said "Why don't we compete in the market by making playable instruments that look nice?" and it's working.