There you go m8 I'm your 1000th subscriber 😃 Just hope you keep up with the safe reviews & no nonsense musings along with the good tunes🎵 I 💚 the Robert Nesta Marley🎶 you laid down in this video. So stay safe & please Guitaristas now you're about to be monetized with this 1000th subscription don't sell out & start putting advertising & all that other crap that so many others do on/with their channels (💩 merchandise etc). It's been a refreshing change to come across a new 🎸channel like yours that doesn't have all that shit going down...unlike so many others on KZbin who seem to use their channels just to beg & pan handle for 💰. Keep keeping it real CD...nice one😄
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude!! 🙏😁 I can’t thank you (and the other previous 999 subscribers) enough 🙌🙌 I started posting again 6 months ago and forecast being able to hit that golden ‘monetisation’ target by Christmas… so to be here in early June is a massive boost to the channel! 👍👍👍 Unfortunately you may have to put up with pre-roll ads from here on to help pay for the guitars, but I’ve promised myself not to sellout any further and will avoid payola and begging bowls at all costs. Thanks again man, it means a lot and I promise to keep knocking out the same ill informed nonsense and dad rock tunes as always. I will pin your comment to the studio wall as a constant reminder as we head off towards the 10k target. Cheers!! CD 😎🎸✌️
@johne1599 Жыл бұрын
I’m okay with them monetizing here, but I ask they that they also post on Nebula. We can’t comment or ask questions on Nebula, which is why I still come here, too.
@ZombieXee Жыл бұрын
This video right here convinced me to get an Epiphone Les Paul Special as my first P90 guitar. So, this last Christmas came around and the wife asked about a present this year. We went to Sweetwater and ordered it. It's sitting in my lap right now. Thanks Colin, for the fantastic review and shoot out of all these Specials. This channel is my favorite guitar channel.
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
Nice one!… happy Christmas that’s a great gift! 😁👍
@catdaddy57 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree. I watched Colin's review on the Epi LP Junior with the single p90..that.sold me and saved me over a grand...I love that little guitar
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Hope you like this more 'in-depth' comparison of the P90 Specials... we included lots more info and data for the guitar nerds, but if that's not your thing and you want playing and opinion we suggest just watch the intro and then jump straight to 9:10 Let us know if you like this kind of stuff! Cheers CD
@drivenmad76763 жыл бұрын
good choice
@savage39602 жыл бұрын
I've been buying used epiphones and upgrading the pots and wiring. They are damn hard to beat for the price . I love the older made in Korea models with the Gibson marked truss rod covers.
@TheFairway83 жыл бұрын
Great to hear the New York Dolls as a sound demo, very interesting review
@johnwhitehouse25823 жыл бұрын
It's refreshing to actually see someone on KZbin give a real honest review , many many thanks for your take on these guitars , totally agree with your final decision. 👍👍👍👍
@mikehawke21723 жыл бұрын
Love seeing that a guitar priced a quarter of the original counterpart being declared the winner. Good work Gibson lol.
@nomojoe81502 жыл бұрын
Winner for the beginner.😉
@theWARMJET Жыл бұрын
Well, good at low output, like most cheap guitars, unfortunately
@slimturnpike Жыл бұрын
@@theWARMJET That's a good point
@treborikki2 жыл бұрын
I am infatuated with the P90s at the same time looking out for vintage Japanese made guitars. Found a Blitz and Grass Root they are real nice.I also just love how relaxed, chilled and candid your channel is! Thank you for having this channel. Great playing!
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! 😎👍
@GabeHelma Жыл бұрын
Aria Pro II are very nice Japanese guitars.
@davidharding200 Жыл бұрын
Revisiting this 12 months later. The Epiphone of which I have one is such a good guitar. Like you Colin my only criticism of the Epiphone is the colour. It’s not quite right. I’m going to take it out and leave it in the Australian sun for a couple of weeks 😂 see if harsh sun can cut through some of that poly.
@psychomafia3 жыл бұрын
I think this is the first time i've seen a guitar "shootout" with a good song played in it. cheers
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Damon! 😁👍
@SeQFreQ3692 жыл бұрын
You just won yourself another sub. That was the best shootout ever, no contest. Your honest average players' perspective is actually really useful in making a good decision when trying first is not an option. Thanks man keep on rockin'.
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Stevie!... glad you found us, thanks for the sub and support! 😎🎸👍
@hoosierhifi51832 жыл бұрын
It's really hard to beat the Epiphone for the money in my opinion. It just feels a lot higher quality than the price suggests, has a nice heft to it and other than a slight tuning adjustment, it came ready to play out of the box. It's play beautifully. They also ship with CTS pots installed. It's nice to see them upping their quality on parts and components to compete with other brands and I'd say they're moving in the right direction. You can get a whole lot of guitar these days for very little money. What a great time to be a guitarist.
@RByrne2 жыл бұрын
I tried one the other day and it felt really nice. It should be mentioned that the difference in the neck measurements between the models is a tiny fraction of an inch, and pretty much negligible. I wanted a cheap guitar for when I don't want to worry about scratching up my Gibsons or whatever, like just bringing to a BBQ or something. I ended up finding one of the Epiphone custom shop LP special GT in the Pelham blue at a thrift shop today. It's awesome, more geared for metal with ceramic pickups, a trem system and kill switch in the tone knob but it sounds fantastic for rock too. For $50cad It was perfect!
@auntjenifer7774 Жыл бұрын
@@RByrne the neck shapes may be negligible in measurement but the the feeling is dramatically different, trust me, I've got them all.
@RByrne Жыл бұрын
@@auntjenifer7774 I have/had them all too. The neck thickness measurements dont matter much, Its the profile. A 0.82" and 0.85" neck thickness will feel the same, but if you change the nut width and profile it will feel dramatically different.
@alanst.44173 жыл бұрын
Man this is a brilliant comparison of these exact guitars I wanted to hear side by side! Great that you cover all important details and add your honest opinion. I like the playing very much, too. Subscribed!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Alan that's very much appreciated!
@alanst.44173 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas cheers to you and rock on!
@Earthstein9 ай бұрын
This presentation helped me decide. I am getting the Epi. It's now $499 here in the USSA. Thank you sir.
@theguitaristas9 ай бұрын
Good choice!
@jeremywooldridge55372 жыл бұрын
I had the Epiphone for quite a while. Then was able to purchase either the Gibson Standard or Gibson tribute. I ended up selling the Epiphone and bought the Tribute. It was very close between the Standard and Tribute but I love that worn finish on the tribute. Really enjoyed this vid!
@jonathanhandsmusic3 жыл бұрын
Great shoot out! I agree with your decision, but I'm biased. I have the same Epi, got it a year ago, and it is simply a great guitar.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jonathan! 👍😎🎸
@joanmanor63613 ай бұрын
I recently purchased the HB SG 600 VI based on truly honest reviews. I really like everything about it. I had read that the Roswell p/ups were not very good . I am impessed with them . Not great but functional . I figured out that by putting on new NY XL strings, intonation setup and higher level pickups and pots changed out, a bone nut. You have about $450 in upgrades and a really well made platform & you have a professional level axe that still about comes in $750-$800. A savings of $1000. Bear in mind, its playable right of the box, and you can then over time add 1 project at a time. It'll sound great, especially with that $1000 in your pocket!!
@wallyh243 жыл бұрын
I just ordered the HB in TV Yellow...it pretty much came down to I liked the TV Yellow finish better on the HB than the Epi....and I like the bridge better on the HB...I’m a fan of their headstock as well, so aesthetically, it ticked all the boxes...plus, it came in $85 cheaper delivered from Thomann than the Epi does...its on backorder, but a lot of guitars these days are...should get here in time for one holiday or another...the obsession continues...
@TexanUSMC80893 жыл бұрын
I was seriously getting ready to buy the Gibson, but I watched so many videos where people said that Epiphone really nailed it with this particular guitar. The HB is great for the price, but not up there with the Epi in reality. The HB is a great guitar to put new pickups in, maybe new switch and pots. It's a mod guitar. No matter which one I bought, I would have to order. The Gibson was in stock for $999. The Epi only came in TV yellow and was out of stock. To get a HB guitar in the US you have to add shipping and customs and about 2 months wait time. It almost costs as much as the Epiphone after all that. I ordered the Epiphone from Sweetwater for $399. Great review. Thanks. I subscribed too.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers dude... the Epiphone is the right choice for so many reasons not least because it’s a great sounding and playing guitar at an incredible price 🎸👍 hope you love it! Thanks for the sub! 😎✌️
@MikeAndersonvinyloldies3 жыл бұрын
I ordered my Harley Benton (B Stock) and literally got it in 4 days (was like $270 including shipping). I definitely replaced the pickups with Seymour Duncan Vintage p90s and a Gunstreet wiring harness. Tuners and nut are pretty solid. It’s honestly one of my favorite guitars to play!
@MrSJPowell2 жыл бұрын
I'll second what Mike said. I think the period of 2 month wait time from Thomman is a thing of the past. Granted, so is the $20 shipping. It seems shipping for guitars from them starts at $60 now, but it stays that for 2 or 3 guitars as well, from what I see. When I got my HB hollow body, it was here 2 days after I received the shipping notice. So long as it's in stock, you're fine.
@SionynJones2 жыл бұрын
Epiphone has stigma from not so great owners, that's now changed and what you have is an incredible guitar that's not cheep but affordable. Everything is better than old epiphone woods workmanship pickups pots capacitors. It's such good value you feel like you've robbed the shop they are that much of steal. You won't regret it.
@jetjaguar722 жыл бұрын
I'm waiting on my Gibson to arrive, this exact same model. Dream guitar to be honest and I love the raw sound, seeing how I just want to play punk and what not.
@OliverAmberg Жыл бұрын
The Epiphone is really great. I asked my guitar tech to remove the finish on the neck and apply a new nitro finish to it. Now it plays even better (for my taste). Great review.
@geoffwhitemusic2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Been listening to your vids on sleepless nights. I’ve recently fallen in live with the P-90 sound. Your junior and special vids are awesome
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Geoff 😎👍🎸
@rickrevoir16837 ай бұрын
The lp standard special is a phenomenal instrument. I love mine. You make them all sound great , thank you for the comparison & as always it's been a pleasure .
@kaput4503 жыл бұрын
This video made me pull the trigger on the Epi. I also think Andertons smells their guitars on blindfold tests. Good job on all your videos.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Nice one 😁👍 hope you love it and thanks for supporting! 😎🎸
@TexanUSMC80893 жыл бұрын
Pete really did love this TV yellow Epiphone with P90's though.
@maekong20102 жыл бұрын
Ha! The moment you began playing the Epiphone, I knew there was an attachment. Despite what you said about the beefier neck. It certainly seems to be the more versatile of the three, and the one that made you the most comfortable. The HB's weakness was the pickups. Though you never played the Gibson completely clean, it was obvious that it was too raw for most utilitarian purposes. That particular Epiphone _is_ special and, unless I am mistaken, has Epiphone's more forgiving headstock break-angle - which makes it a wash.
@voiceofexperience Жыл бұрын
Yep, 13 deg compared to 17 on the Gibson. Don't know why G never changed it on their stuff. Tradition, I guess.
@maekong2010 Жыл бұрын
@@voiceofexperience Maddening, really. Nothing like a guitar with the potential to self-destruct just laying around in its case. It probably won’t, but hey, the fact that it could is what keeps things interesting, I guess.
@jonkerr20506 ай бұрын
I’ve been eyeballing a Special for a few months now. Normally I hate yellow guitars. But looking at my Epi/Gibi collection, it’s the only thing really missing. I’m glad to see the Epiphone got such high praise.
@dorianmoon3 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your measured reviews - very calming - thanks. From a.n.other SG junkie!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@Eminor Fiend Thanks for supporting... SG reviews coming soon!
@alanst.44173 жыл бұрын
There's never enough SGs 😉
@northernmonkey86522 жыл бұрын
The yellow one has the mojo not suprised your keeping it. I love the fat neck on that epi junior i bought recently. The single pickup too is making me realise so much about my playing. Great vid👍
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Cheers man, yes that one pickup junior really shows you how to start using the tone and volume controls and play around more with picking dynamics...it's all you need! :)
@thomaspatrickmorgan Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the honest assessment and the earnest approach you take, unlike so many popular cheesy guitar channels I won't name. Well done!
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
Cheers Thomas, thanks for the support and kind words! 😎👍
@LincolnCountyBand-st8yn5 ай бұрын
Another brilliant comparison,, thanks once again!!!! Love your playing bro 🤟
@RByrne2 жыл бұрын
I've tried these 3, looking for a cheap guitar I could just mess around with, so I didn't have to worry about one of my more costly ones getting damaged. I liked the HB a lot, and the finish felt great, almost like a nice piece of sports equipment or something. The Gibson was nice but I wanted cheap, and was ready 3 buy the TV yellow epi, as I actually liked the colour a lot! I ended up stopping in to a thrift shop and found a 07 Epiphone custom shop Pelham blue Lp special GT for $50cad. It was good enough! Looked great and has a factory kill switch in the tone knob, trem bar and ceramic pickups. perfect! And it should be said that the measurement of these are all within a tiny fraction of an inch of one another, and most people won't notice much difference.
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Nice bargain Ryan!! 😎👍
@23skidoo462 жыл бұрын
always loved the tone of Eye of the Tiger and because he played an Explorer. Always been a huge fan of Explorers,Destroyers and Standards. Pete WIllis, Tommy SHaw, Matthias Jabs, etc...
@resurrectthewitch10 ай бұрын
Brilliant video. Honestly, Harley Benton have reignited my love for buying guitars. I’ve owned Gibsons and Fenders over the years but there was a point where I had no need for them. I mainly record and play around my house so I sold my small collection of expensive guitars and bought an army of Harley’s and have no regrets. It’s crazy how great they are for the money. I’m currently waiting on their PRS copy and for around £200 with Stainless steel frets, mahogany body/neck with a flamed maple top and a graphtech nut, it’s a steal. We truly are in the golden era of great affordable gear.
@jamrackmusic21986 ай бұрын
I bought this Epiphone model 2 days ago. Love it! Needs no changes! I’m addicted to these fat 50’s necks. I have purchased 2 real Gibson Les Paul Standard 50’s models in the last year. Both are 2023 models, one a gold top, and recently a brand new one with the stunning new white top. Absolutely killer guitars, some of the best Gibson has ever made. When I picked up the Epiphone LP special a week ago at the local music shop for a test drive, there it was again. That great fat 50’s neck. I had to have it! I can barely play thin necked guitars anymore. I would argue that a 50’s neck is actually easier and more comfortable to play as your hand is always open and free ( no squeezing or pinching of the neck with thumb required). The newer inspired by Gibson Epiphone LP Special TV Yellow is a quality built guitar at a great price. 5 stars from me.
@drippinglass Жыл бұрын
I got the Gibson. A 2023. The finish is so much better, the color and the fact that you can see the wood throughout.
@jamesmacdon93512 жыл бұрын
I am purchasing the Epi you decided to keep. I bought the ‘59 Epi IBG LP last year and love it. I also have the Epi IBG Hummingbird and a great guitar….Had the IBG J-200 but just could not get mojo on it so took back…Epi is knocking things out of the park with these IBG models. As usual, great common sense reviews and nice playing…Ganja Man…🥰🎶🎵🤓😎
@MRoo1oo2 жыл бұрын
Great job! Your reviews are the most honest, and a valuable asset for those trying to find the right guitar for them. Keep up the good work!
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Thanks that’s appreciated! 😎👍👍
@miketripodo2879 Жыл бұрын
All I know is that I got the Epi SG Special w/ p90s and it's amazing.. I got it second hand on ebay for a steal. I love your reviews.
@Mandobird13 жыл бұрын
Yep, that Epi sure is sweet, especially in the TV yellow, but the HB is decent too, for the money.
@Libra10593 жыл бұрын
One of the best shootout videos I have seen. I own one of the Epiphones and really like it. I would love to get one of the Gibson models you want to get maybe someday I can. It would be great to see you compare the two.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@Libra 59 Thanks for comment!... that's definitely the plan now to compare the epi with the 'original' so watch this space!
@bradleyclosson50423 жыл бұрын
First video I've watched on your channel, dig it, different, quality, entertaining, great job!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Hey Bradley thanks for the kind words... glad you found us! 😎🎸👍
@pascale-annedesaulniers978011 ай бұрын
Since months I am following you. And I must admit that you are one of the most gentlemen guitar I've ever seen. I really love your videos, bravo !!! Happy continuation...
@krisstieghorst74153 жыл бұрын
Subscribed.... well played, 😅, had a ironically similar conversation with my teacher on ytube yesterday.... sensing your clip to him today & talk about this terrific review. Mark's gonna love this as I did. Thank you!!💯🎸🍻
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Hey Kris thanks for this 🙏 the support is appreciated! 👍😎🎸
@krisstieghorst74153 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas you bet!! You play remarkably!
@hobiecat9017 ай бұрын
I have been wanting a LP Special and am uncertain on which one. You do make all three sound so Good. I like the Mustard Yellow of the Epi. I do like the Gibson to but My pocket book is a Bit shy for it. You make the Best Reviews Ever. You covered every aspect and did not play with a Fuzz pedal and screaming so we could actually hear the pickup's tone. Thank You
@stephenkennedy7347 Жыл бұрын
FYI I just bought a Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute in Vintage Cherry date of production 2021 - neck profile is called "round" - it is full in the hand but easy to play bar chords on. I had a double cut Gibson Les Paul Special and found it uncomfortable because of the body shape. The pick ups were high output and the neck pick up too dark! So I sold it. The pick ups on the 2021 LP Special Tribute have slightly less output to my ear and clean up easily with a small volume decrease. I compared it to the Epiphone Les Paul Special and the pickups on the Gibson were markedly better - both tone and character. Got a good price for the Gibson but still a good bit more than twice the price of the Epiphone. However the mojo of the Gibson with its thin nitro finish and faultless construction compared to the smothering thick polly finish on the Epiphone with minor quality issues here and there (fair enough at the price) won my heart and my head. My bank balance and shoulders will suffer somewhat - a bit over 9lbs and a one piece body!
@nicolasmaurin182 Жыл бұрын
Your reviews are amazing. I like your honesty / judgement and dedication to excellent work. Congrats. Very helpful always
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
Thanks Nicolas! 😎👍
@richardsveum84523 жыл бұрын
I really want that Epi, love the chunky neck . That being said my hands are 3x and I’m not really fond of thin necks.
@GeorgeAbli Жыл бұрын
What I am hearing; The guitar's tone matters but it's the player's soul that sets it free!! Great review!!
@therifftones21983 жыл бұрын
Rob Chapman sure has aged well. Great video! Love this channel!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers it’s the hair transplant but I guess that didn’t fool you eh?!... so best watch out for my VERY IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT videos coming soon 🤣🎸✌️
@tomrosa42483 жыл бұрын
I think this is Epiphone is the best value for the price. I don't have this guitar but if I do get an Epiphone this would be the one to get. Thanks for an other great review.
@jamiebriggs82772 жыл бұрын
The finish on the Harley Benton looks absolutely great. At that price, I would very gladly buy that and swap the pickups rather than pay the exorbitant Gibson price.
@scottycunningham14132 жыл бұрын
It makes since, back in the day the specials and juniors were bough for just that reason. They could be aquired at cheaper prices than a standard les paul or custom.
@DaddyWarbucksunlimited2 жыл бұрын
The Gibson is a grand. Not really exorbitant.
@scottycunningham14132 жыл бұрын
@@DaddyWarbucksunlimited both the Gibson Les Paul and special are priced closer to two grand then they are a meager thousand
@jamiebriggs82772 жыл бұрын
@@DaddyWarbucksunlimited more than twice as much as the Epiphone, and 5 times as much as the Harley Benton. For what you get, yes - the definition of exorbitant.
@activese3 жыл бұрын
hi, hope you are well, I own and play 5 guitars on daily basis, and the one I love the most, is my 2008 Epiphone gold top '56, p90s, regardless of being the only one with the hum, and the chunky neck, thank you so much for your pleasant video, take care.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
All good thanks!... yes we love a Goldtop with P90’s!! 🙌😎🎸 thanks for comment! 👍
@noternunstoned2 жыл бұрын
I ordered the Epiphone 2 days ago used at a store in Ontario, get it in a few weeks, just couldn't pass up the price, thanks for this shootout
@Krisunio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for honest comparison and review!!! I hope your channel grow, so we can watch more videos like that!
@stewdapples2672 жыл бұрын
I own the epiphone 2020 inspired by Gibson junior, and I have to say I’m absolutely blown away by it.... 3 piece body, sustains off the scale, plays amazing and looks beautiful.... a SERIOUS instrument never mind the cost
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Stew, that’s a great guitar.. have you checked out our reviews of it?
@stewdapples2672 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas I have yeah and I just say I do like your guitar reviews, you know what you’re talking about from a players perspective and also as a tech... I bet you love that guitar as much as I do, I haven’t put it down since I got it!! I do however own a mint blue Ibanez artcore AS63 loaded with SD 59’s.... believe me.... that thing.... two words... BUY ONE 👍 (my real names Adam by the way 😂)
@stewdapples2672 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJnbdaWHeJWEgtk (The Ibanez playing through 25W 90’s Park amp would you believe it
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Hey Adam, cheers man 😆👍... Ibanez on my shopping list for the new year!
@stewdapples2672 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas you won’t regret it... the stock pickups are terrible though 🤣... did you watch my little Cream jam in it?
@johnmaag92303 жыл бұрын
I own both the Epiphone TV yellow Special and the Gibson Special Tribute but the humbucker model in vintage cherry. Both guitars are equal in quality. Import guitars have really come a long way over the years since I started playing. I'm actually surprised the Gibson is in the Modern Collection as it has a very vintage feel and tone. Well I'm in a good position as I'm able to keep both guitars.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John, the tribute with humbuckers sounds like a different beast and very tempting! I played our P90 again yesterday and it’s going to be hard to part with... 🤔
@semyonboyk03 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant review, thank you!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@shroompicn-shrooman Жыл бұрын
I love my Epiphone Les Paul Special.. that and my Squier Classic Vibe 50's Telecaster.. are to me the best bang for the buck guitars you can buy. Thanks for the video ✌🍄👍
@Trial2123 жыл бұрын
I agree with your pick for the winner and just got lucky enough to buy a barely used one for $279USD. I was fortunate to be in the right place at the right time to get it. Cheers!!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Nice one!... that’s a proper bargain dude! 😎👍🎸
@toastedsandwich24742 жыл бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed that review 👏
@Blueshack18713 жыл бұрын
"We're Jammin". Great in depth review, thanks.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Peter! 👍😎🎸
@ZachariahJ Жыл бұрын
Got a Harley Benton SC-450 P90 GT a few months ago. It's my third Harley Benton, and the first thing I usually do is put Tonerider pickups in them. But honestly, the Harley Benton P90s are pretty good themselves. I did change the bridge pickup, more out of habit than anything else, but then I used the original bridge pickup I'd taken out as a neck pickup in another guitar, and it sounded great! P90 neck and humbucker bridge (Tonerider Alnico II in this case) is a great combo.
@carlospenna Жыл бұрын
I'm watching your videos from the past and the new ones, your music choices are great, Roots, Rock, Reggae... your reviews and reflections on price, quality are solid and your sense of humor even better. ✊✊✊✊
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
Thanks Carlos! 😁👍
@CastlesMadeOf...3 жыл бұрын
Wow! You're nearly doubled your subs in a month since that pinned comment. This is my first visit and I subbed. What a brilliant review/comparison of three very similar guitars. Love the stats on the neck dims. So important to know. I tried the Epi today and I have to say I was really impressed. Might have to bag one on the preloved market soon. I would probably remove the thick finish from the back of the neck to improve the feel. I loved the neck profile BTW. Cheers 👍
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jimi, thanks for comment and sub! 👍😎🎸
@jamieb77995 ай бұрын
Always the best reviews bar none. Thank you as always 🙏
@MurphSA3 жыл бұрын
The best guitar channel on KZbin IMO. Thanks for great honest content!!!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Wow thanks for the kind words that’s really appreciated! ☺️👍🎸
@purimuadmuang22593 жыл бұрын
Finally! You're probably the first one that compares the epiphone with gibson tribute, everyone else keep comparing it to gibson original collection special - quite pointless. I think for a cheap looking finish plus a maple neck the gibson one has to sound real good to justify the price. It doesn't imo, I think so that the epiphone is a keeper. Thanks.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Puri! Yes the ‘tribute’ sits in similar place to Epiphone original now so difficult to understand pricing... these were / are £599 guitars at best. 🎸✌️
@playingguitarforfun14 күн бұрын
I'm just happy that good guitars exist at every price point nowadays. Enjoy your gibson or any brand that makes a similar model, whichever feels best and inspires the player.
@ricardolandgrave2532 Жыл бұрын
I have one on hold already, I'll pick it up next week. I knew you'd keep the Epi. It's an outstanding guitar. Finish was better than the exact same model made by Gibson for some reason. Maybe they had a lemon at the store but seriously the Epi was flawless, the Gibson not so much and 4 times the price.
@Dirge4july3 жыл бұрын
i recently got a gibson les paul special from the demo shop for $899. Binding, pearloid logo. I installed some bareknuckles, locking tuners. It plays flawlessly. My first p90 guitar too.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jessie, that’s a great deal... nice one! 👍😎🎸
@catdaddy57 Жыл бұрын
Colin, fantastic playing young man...I wish I was 1/4 as good as you... very inspirational. Keep the great reviews coming...Always look forward to Friday's for your reviews...Cheers from Ohio
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
Thanks as always! 😁🙏
@Remsterdam3 жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you! I went with the Epi too. I love the neck it belongs on this guitar. My only problem was with the pickups and i swapped them for SD antiquity, well worth the money, still cheaper and makes it unbeatable.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Remco thanks for support, I bet that sounds great with the antiquities! 👍🎸
@TexanUSMC80893 жыл бұрын
I have a set of Rio Grande P90's that I might put in the Epiphone.
@edwinwise67513 жыл бұрын
The real irony to all of this is 2 seconds into a song live or practice, you forget what guitar your playing and could care less … great piece , the most useful neck assessment I’ve seen in a review allows me to visualize what the action looks like,really illustrates how little difference there is . Most of your tone comes from your fingers and your brain
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Edwin! Yes that's so true... we shouldn't really be thinking about the guitars quite so much... just play the thing! Thanks for comment! 👍😎🎸
@slowfaction73602 жыл бұрын
So very true - I rotate my live guitars - Tokai MIJ Love Rocks....2 are poly, 2-piece backs and 2 are nitro, 1 piece backs....playing quietly at home I might be able to discern the slight jump in quality to the 2 premium guitars...live on stage, playing fast, sweaty punk rock under the lights, it just doesn't matter...the all sound great, play well and stay in tune.... :)
@dragan46583 жыл бұрын
Hb all day long is my opinion second is the Epi and the big G is 3rd.
@erikelbers94473 жыл бұрын
I have the Harley Benton to. My experience is that you need to raise the pickups or the polepieces. They are a bit far from the strings. After I put them closer to the strings the sound became much better. And it has much more power now. The bridge polepieces are 3mm from the strings when the string is fretted on the highest fret. The neck polepieces go from 4mm to 5mm(low E)
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric I will try that, these pickups not always so easy to raise as may be screwed to body... maybe they need shims underneath to lift them?
@erikelbers94473 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas I dit put some foam under the pickups to keep them high. But that was not enough so I raised all polepieces. It's an easy way to try out if you like the sound closer to the bridge. But a real shim could be a better option.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@@erikelbers9447 Thanks for confirming!
@riff_radar Жыл бұрын
Your videos are always excellent both in content and presentation, and your playing is fun and refreshing. Rock and roll, punk vibes. I dig it!
@kralas1118 ай бұрын
18:35 This guitar doesn't owe you anything for the money. Absolutely brilliant and truly said 👍
@henryhunter50263 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video! I can’t for the life of me understand why you don’t have far more subscribers. As I have a Gibson Les Paul 50s Tribute which has P90s I’m not really in the market for a Special but there’s always room for just one more guitar. For what it’s worth I think that your decision was the right one, a “real” Gibson Les Paul Special would be my ultimate choice but they do seem rather expensive for what is a pretty simple guitar.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@Henry Hunter I guess it takes a while but in the meantime we're very happy to have subscribers like yourself supporting the channel, and with more folk subbing every day it's encouraging. Thanks again it's appreciated! PS.. yes there ALWAYS room for one more guitar!
@primitiveT Жыл бұрын
Hey, you're onto a great amount of things here in this channel. Don't let your mind boggle. You got balance of the hand. Don't worry about a thing on this channel. I'll give you this: Feel as good as the good you do is doing.
@primitiveT Жыл бұрын
omg, do I have to buy that epi now? crazy. Youre the best. Keep up the good work.
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and support it’s really appreciated! 🙏😎
@richwagner3 Жыл бұрын
Kudos to you Sir, playing “personality crisis” by New York Dolls.
@johnwalsh38263 жыл бұрын
Love the channel and your choice of music for the reviews, playing is fantastic, any chance you could talk a little about your pedal choice you use for the demos
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Hey John, thanks for the kind words! 😁 in recent months I do make sure I note the signal chain in the information box so you can see what I’ve used... but as far as getting into why I chose them, well that’’s such a massive subject it could be that basis for a whole channel itself (Oh hang on that’s been done! 😂) so at this point I’ve purposely steered clear of pedals and amps in order to focus on guitars... but it’s still early days for the channel so that may change if there’s sufficient interest so watch this space! Thanks for comment and suggestion dude it’s appreciated! 👍😎🎸
@chasintone316 Жыл бұрын
nice trio of goodness! i think id of kept the harley benton but the mustard/grey poupon is a sweet one as well! well i went down the "rabbithole" with the butterscratch tele...swore id never go back in but after watching a "dylan talks tone" video i added a 3rd wire grounde to the backplate of the bridge pup after removing that short wire on the plate...then i grounded the 3rd wire to the volume pot...then reversed the other 2 wires that were already on the switch and volume pot... so now the former positive wire plus the 3rd wire are earth wires as the former earth wire is on the switch... shes now properly in phase and has the crickety chirp teles are known for! i did install a vintera clone alnico3 tele bridge pup too.... i guess it bothered me so much nearly driving me bonkers and finally sorted it out and shes "golden" now!
@garyt123 Жыл бұрын
Honest non biased review. Luv it. Basically, the Gibson is way overpriced for what it is, ie not meeting the higher quantity that the price would lead one to believe it should have.
@marcomostroso3 жыл бұрын
Amazing video, nice editing, quite objective and well done :) Subscribing.
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@Marco M Thanks man!
@hanlonkitto3 жыл бұрын
Soulful playing. Loved the jam. You got the touch
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man that’s kind of you! 😎🎸👍
@lurklingX Жыл бұрын
it was really satisfying watching your pros/cons comparison as you were trying to decide what to keep. i knew you wouldn't keep the harley benton as your hands didn't seem as happy/inspired on it. the epi........... i lollll that you call the color ugly (kinda agree. wish they woulda made it more of a yellow). so... this epi i got is the dull mustard and all, like yours. but is a "worn" finish that actually feels like the harley benton. despite the color i had been really taken by the FEEL of the finish. it's like matte ceramic mug... love those. anyway it's a 2016 and has a slightly diff control config. it has the switch inbetween 2 knobs. the knobs are a clear cylinder with the black dial inside and i think is what you had on the gibson (and i actually love these knobs) can't find any info on permutations of this model from epi. like is the color always the same, when did control layouts or anything else change. is the wood the same throughout?
@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын
I think this 2019 one was new for the inspired by Gibson range… yours sounds like an older variation on this great theme!
@lurklingX Жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas so the colors can change with the year? (thx!)
@baguasrr3 жыл бұрын
Personality Crisis! Excellent review - subscribed
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
😎👍
@BenjaminKanarek2 жыл бұрын
Great comparison! Thanks for it. Love the sound of the HB.
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
😎👍
@jamessutherington34712 жыл бұрын
Witch beautiful vox is that in the background? God I love a vox! For me best sounding amp out there. Please please do a review of a les Paul going through that! Awesome demo again sir! Keep on doing it mate. Fantastic ❤️🎸
@theguitaristas2 жыл бұрын
Hey James! They are probably my favourite amps so I have AC15 which I use a lot for these demos but also AC30 for when I need it really loud! Everything sounds good through a Vox! 😆👍
@deanmccaskill5495 Жыл бұрын
Just brought the Epiphoney home today actually. Got a great deal. I actually had the Harley version which I didn’t mind at all or don’t mind. Anyway I’ll give that HB to my friend now. He has no idea so he will be happy I expect. I hope. I’ll get the Gibson when the right deal comes along.
@user-jb4um9tl8d4 ай бұрын
Good choice! I have both, and the Gibby wont stay in tune.....the Epi DOES!
@totallyg11123 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison! I got the HB in yellow (it doesn't have a satin finish but is pretty ok anyway after some fatty fingering). I changed to Groover tuners. Really love this guitar. Roll of the Tone to about 4 a little more on the bridge (5-6)
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers man keep rocking that HB!
@benallmark96713 жыл бұрын
It’s fucking great guitar, absolutely rocks. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦 !
@garretazonsa3 жыл бұрын
This is what i was waiting for! 🍿🍺
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@_cigarret_ Thanks man hope it's helpful!
@garretazonsa2 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas i got the Epiphone Les Paul Special last week because of your review and this comparison! I am loving it!
@hanovergreen4091 Жыл бұрын
I just got a H-B DC Jr and am beating the snot out of it. H-B is great value for money if you have all the guitars you want/ need and now just need a jam guitar or open mic night guitar. Need to be out of the "I need the right name on the Headstock" phase though. I'll get a H-B Special someday but I've seen the standard LP dual P90 model for less lately so who knows. Best Regards and Best Wishes
@victorbeebe83723 жыл бұрын
Waiting for mine to come. Not sure if the jr or special will come in first. The jr will kind of go with my epiphone jb treasure firebird 1
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Nice one Victor. Can you believe I stupidly sold my JB Treasure!
@victorbeebe83723 жыл бұрын
@@theguitaristas sad to hear that. Epiphone does make a 2 pickup version. You into Johnny Winters?
@victorbeebe83723 жыл бұрын
Funny Phillip McKnight just up loaded gears I regret getting rid of
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@@victorbeebe8372 Check out the video I did playing it on this channel a few years back... Johnny Winter vibe!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
@@victorbeebe8372 will check that out!
@michaelpond6386 Жыл бұрын
Excellent choice, I have one and like it very much. I can’t see paying for a name when everything about it is so equal.
@scottdavidson60662 жыл бұрын
It’s too bad they don’t make the Epi in any other colors. If I could get it in a Wine Red, Ebony, or Pelham Blue I would be much more tempted to buy one. As it is, the Ebony Gibson one is looking pretty sweet, despite the price premium. I also like that it sounds the most “raw.”
@michaelanderson47473 жыл бұрын
I dont know why I hate the pickguard on the Epi and Gibson so much. Might get the HB and do a few upgrades on it
@dumptodreamhome2630 Жыл бұрын
I am Definitely "Cash Strapped" and I have Owned a Gibson LP & SG, but seriously looking at the HB's. Thanks for another great review. I think for myself I would do the HB just because I know I'm going to do a custom art design and I like thinks that look 'Warn In'.
@anthonyglennmollicasr.4253 жыл бұрын
Great video, really enjoyed it!
@theguitaristas3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Anthony!
@pinkiewerewolf2 жыл бұрын
Excellent playing, once again! I think your reasoning was sound in the decision to keep the Epiphone, save up and get the Gibson to compare. 👍 Cheers!