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?

[@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.?

[@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.

[@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!🤟

[@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!

[@rabbidstech7677]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@TheBuff54]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.... 😉

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@lovroknezevic8555]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@christianboddum8783]

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

[@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!

[@michaelangelo2739]

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

[@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.

[@blackbirdrc8348]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@karenrattray5232]

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

[@chrishatcher5634]

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

[@andertons]

🙏🏻 Comparison video coming. Watch this space.

[@onyva3256]

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

[@therealdavidleong]

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

[@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

[@bigmac51290]

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

[@t-tone5560]

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

[@andertons]

Stay tuned!

[@gr9dka]

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

[@logannosleep5]

You and me both.

[@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

[@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.

[@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!!!!

[@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!

[@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!

[@Usasuperpower]

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

[@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!

[@masonaka47]

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

[@kravitz1999]

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

[@marlonroshan4484]

All these Epiphone high end guitars have plastic bridge pins. It says ivory on the spec sheet but they are plastic. So upgrade them to Tusq, bone or ebony. Gibson's same models have Tusq bridge pins. You will see improved tone after the upgrade.

[@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

[@eekamoose]

No comparison with the Gibson guitars that “inspired” these Epiphones? Now THAT would have been interesting!

[@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.

[@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.

[@liveforeverluckymanej-200]

I have waited many years for that Epiphone J-200 with a non cutaway body. So bought one today from Andertons without hesitation. I have had an Epiphone EJ-200SCE with the horrible cutaway for years. Now i can't wait to get rid of it.

[@mixedfruitjam]

I plan to do the same! I am curious to know how you find the new J-200 in comparison to the EJ-200SCE.

[@mixedfruitjam]

@@liveforeverluckymanej-200 I agree! I have placed an order and am selling the EJ200SCE today 😊

[@freddysnip6257]

@@mixedfruitjam following in your steps, I've ordered one and trade in my Epiphone J 200 CE NT

[@paulnichols2710]

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

[@Jim-zt1hl]

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

[@jorgew7538]

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

[@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.

[@alekseigrebenev804]

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

[@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.

[@dennyking]

Maple guitars “you have to work a bit harder to get volume out of them” Man, from a J-200? I’m not sure if you’re being serious. They were purpose designed to be loud. I own the Gibson J-200. I can’t imagine an acoustic with more natural volume & projection than that

[@cgripp256]

Let’s be honest. I watch for the playing.

[@JoshuaC923]

The playing is fantastic

[@mattsmitchger259]

Hmmm...Gibson J-45 or 3 of these?🤔

[@carlosps9612]

Man, love that J-200! However, I feel like that price is a little bit too much..? The EJ-200 is half the price and the only difference is the solid body, I believe? I don't know is that difference is worth double the price. That said...I still want one, lol

[@dreadpirateroberts5239]

Very much worth the difference in my opinion.

[@DougZbikowski]

The build quality on the J-200 is phenomenal. The instant response when taking it out of the box is "WOW". It's well worth $899- have a feeling these are going to be classics in the future. I'm not kidding when I say it's up there with my $1800 Martin.

[@metoo9644]

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

[@mlvncgndhn9583]

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

[@Kur0y4m4]

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

[@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 !

[@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.

[@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

[@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 😁👍🏻

[@ajwallace381]

Excellent job Ben!

[@davidrednall2901]

Very nice guitars. Great presentation thanks

[@michaelangelo2739]

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

[@S-T-E-V-E]

I'm so glad they got rid of the old Epiphone headstock, the long one, it always put me off certain Epiphone models!

[@freddysnip6257]

I have to compare them side to side with my Epiphone J 200 CE, but it seems to me they still use the same headstock? At least it's not the same as the Gibson J-200, or is it?

[@S-T-E-V-E]

@@freddysnip6257 It's a completely different headstock, it's back to the old shape of the 50's Epiphones, maybe not as large though.

[@freddysnip6257]

@@S-T-E-V-E Thanx for answering. Did Epiphone ever use the Gibson style headstock in the 70's-90's?

[@S-T-E-V-E]

@@freddysnip6257 Technically Gibson used its own headstock on Epiphones but yes I think it was Fujigen Japan Epiphones that had the Gibson shape. I always wished that they would roll out the headstock used on semi-acoustics like the Sheraton II, Emperor Regent, Zephyr Deluxe etc. across the whole line!

[@freddysnip6257]

@@S-T-E-V-E Thanks again.

[@upperleftcoastchelseafan7718]

I've had my Epi Masterbilt AJ-45ME for 5 years now (paid $599) and there is nothing in that price range that can touch it. It sounds awesome, my Taylor friends shake their heads in disbelief when I tell them I paid less than half what they paid for their 'not all solid tonewood' Taylors. I'm definitely going to pick up a 12 string Hummingbird when they become available. If you're looking for a great price on a great guitar and don't want to spend a couple of grand, don't be afraid to pull the trigger on these Epi's.

[@steveirwin7163]

I think they're great guitars, but the few that I've picked up were HEAVY; Especially for an acoustic.

[@DUNPEAL01]

@@steveirwin7163 Exactly! Great guitars but just so heavy! I sure hope these new models are light and crispy!

[@poploadermusic6210]

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

[@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

[@Rustyjamesman]

Damn that intro jam had some incredible playing!

[@bertalangaspar6081]

Thank you! Beautiful rewiew!

[@andertons]

Thanks for watching!

[@MultiDreamer1979]

I own the hummingbird it’s just the best guitar I’ve owned..period.

[@robtodner2433]

Love Andertons videos, but I'm sorry, and others have said it below, on guitars like this you need to play acoustic only sections, else some people like me will just skip through and get nothing from the video. Keep up the good work, hope you can take comments like this on board :-)

[@andertons]

We've listened to the feedback & just released a Mic'd/Playing Only version of this video. Check out the link below & let us know what you think of them unplugged! Thanks for tuning in! 🤘 Video Link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3icaqhuotSksKc

[@JeremyLeech]

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

[@DANWRIGHTITIS]

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

[@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.

[@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?

[@USNAVDC]

Really nice playing on the Hummingbird!

[@pascale-annedesaulniers9780]

Have J200 and I just love it !

[@ondmon818]

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

[@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 🤩

[@villarrealmarta6103]

Just got my J-45 and it’s awesome!

[@jessedax7333]

We need to hear their acoustic sound. Non pickup.

[@lukeorlando4814]

I find that with most guitar videos though. Yea “that guitar sounds good” but! what pedals effects and amp are you running that through?

[@markadnitt1522]

yes, I fully agree. why do an Acoustic guitar review and give us the plugged in feed? I want to hear the wood!! please do it again unplugged.

[@JeremyLeech]

I come to hear the pickup. I buy them to use live. I want to hear that sound!

[@andertons]

Check out our updated version of this video with the acoustics unplugged & mic'd up! Thanks for tuning in! 🤘 Video Link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3icaqhuotSksKc

[@JeremyLeech]

@@andertons coming in clutch! Of course we all want to hear the wood. But me, I always like to hear the plugged in tone so I know what it will sound like live :)

[@sergi23]

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

[@MadMarchTaffy]

Great, as ever, Ben