Epiphone SG Standard vs Les Paul Standard 60's - Side by Side - Review & Comparison

Fulfilling a promise made during our SG Custom review a few weeks back we bought a white SG Standard to compare with an ebony Les Paul Standard 60's also sneaked in recently. Today we review them both and do a 'SG vs Les Paul' side by side comparison to boot!!
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If you don't like any of the talking or the playing bits in this video we've made it easy for you to skip along to the next chapter in case something more interesting is happening...
0:00 intro & coming up
1:13 what's happening today
6:10 construction, hardware, and parts
8:12 has the SG got a longer neck
11:09 what do they weigh
12:10 the strings come off
12:47 tailpiece and bridge comparison
13:43 the nuts and under the truss rod covers
14:43 inside the pickup cavities
19:49 measuring pickup outputs
20:33 inside control cavities
21:14 sg neck dive test
22:50 pickup sound tests
25:35 lets play something pt1
26:06 neck profiles and measurements
26:30 lets play something pt2
29:42 so what are the differences?
34:00 my final thoughts
35:48 I hope that was something
36:15 play out jam
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[@LuisSalgadoG95]

This is the best guitar channel that I've seen in a long time. Tons of detailed information, and no cork sniffing about brands and stuff. I could watch this kind of videos all day long

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Thanks Luis!... that's very much appreciated glad you found us man!

[@saleseng]

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[@chrisforever1255]

"If you don't like any of the talking or the playing bits in this video...." Mmmhh.... who really wants to miss one second of this?

[@theguitaristas]

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[@chrisforever1255]

@@theguitaristas Only the truth!

[@Libra1059]

Another first class entertaining video that I wake up early on Friday morning to see!

[@theguitaristas]

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[@jefftucker201]

Man I needed a new vid from you today to cheer me up, you are a ray of sunshine in a mad mad world! I will always be a Les Paul fan boy but you are seriously making me want an SG!!! fantastic comparison vid. keep up the good work mate!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Jeff, hope your day pans out well and you have a fine weekend to look forward to!

[@ApeLikeCreature]

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[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for the kind words and support!

[@telestratblues]

Love the Epiphone reviews. Not all of us have deep pockets.. I have a 2023 Epiphone SG Standard and love it.

[@Robert_Bubba_Baker]

Another stellar show. We have to get over the myth that we need to spend more to enjoy playing. I am glad to see that the channel is growing. I look forward to what you do each week. Keep it up.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man, here here... glad I have finally got over that myself, have had more fun from these £350 - £500 guitars than I’ve had from some I paid 10 x for now listed on reverb!

[@antma9028]

@@theguitaristas Gday Colin,love you're work. Any word on when the "Gibson inspired by Epiphone" range is coming out. Thanks.

[@theguitaristas]

@@antma9028 Cheers Ant... you know I think that's the made in Nashville £2500 Epiphone Casino ! :)

[@johnny41315]

I agree. There are many many guitars that look incredible. If they are fun to play, buy it.

[@dgenerated]

You're right, we let price, brand and advertising fool us, or most of us do, when it's all about (or should be all about) finding an instrument that's comfortable to play, resonates with us and just fits US!. Like most ive played and owned guitars priced all over the board and probably my favorite guitars I owned were all bought for literally less than nothing and used and included a Danelectro semi-hollow, Gretsch LP knockoff, Hohner hollow body and a no name acoustic a friend had given me!. Not to say cheaper, secondhand or a copy of another guitar is best, but in my case they All worked for me and served a purpose and I've thought recently about tracking down and replacing one or two of these guitars as I unfortunately partied with all of them several years back.. That cheap old 90's Gretsch has me considering tracking down the same model or looking into one of the newer Gretsch Jet or Streamliner models!..

[@NikolaiHT]

This was very illustrating . Thanks so much for taking the time to do this at that level of detail

[@yazz3482]

Whenever an old man talking and a youngster listens in awe.way to go sir.may God bless u.

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍 Thanks for listening!

[@JohnRitson78]

Found your channel by accident, and I am a subscriber as I like the straight to the point, no nonsense approach to the reviews.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks John, glad you found us thanks for the support!

[@caverna1969]

Man... I discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago, and I've seen many of your videos. I'm a guitar lover, and an SG fan too. I´m 52 and, as I don´t have kids, my guitars are my family and keep me alive during these sad age we are crossing. Keep doing your videos, I´ll be here waiting for them. Cheers from Spain!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Luis good to hear from you man! 😎👍

[@markdakel9253]

Excellent video Epiphone has outstanding guitars and you always give honest , straightforward reviews of the Instruments, I love your playing style , You highlight the versatility of the budget friendly Epiphone brand. Well done sir

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Mark that’s really appreciated! ☺️👍

[@bikezonly]

Awesome content as usual. Seriously, this channel deserves much higher views!

[@theguitaristas]

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[@danielrodger6016]

Found you by accident. Love your honest and simple to understand reviews with no constant adverts so I keep coming back. currently have an esp viper which is lovely to play and great allround with the emg 81 and 85 pick ups but I have always wanted a les paul and I do love that colour in black so will be trying these in a shop soon 🤗 thanks!

[@theguitaristas]

Hey Daniel, glad you found us thanks for the kind words and support! I have always fancied a viper to be honest they look great and I must get one soon! 😎👍

[@guttedEwok01]

SG looks awesome in white!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Dave, the cameras were almost blinded by the white! 😆👍

[@MJScrivens89]

The SG is Gibson’s best selling model of all time, and one of (if not THE, actually) only models to be constantly in production since it was introduced. Even the Les Paul as we know it was discontinued for almost a decade. But the SG has always been with us since 1961. I’ve always been an SG guy rather than a Les Paul guy, first falling in love with the shape when I saw a knock off version in my local music shop about 20 years ago. It was made by Westfield, who, as I remember, basically just made knock offs Gibson models and sold them pretty cheap. I didn’t even have the association with an artist when I first became smitten with the shape, that came later. As did my infatuation with the mid range bark of an SG, something that a Les Paul just doesn’t quite have. There’s a distinctive snarl inside an SG, and it always keeps me coming back for more. My core PRS guitars may be my main guitars these days, but I always end up coming back to my SG.

[@dball9124]

Terrific comparison ! Your knowledge and demeanor make your videos so easy to watch. Really appreciate your work. Glad I found this channel.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks that's appreciated! 😁👍

[@Nightmerica]

Your videos are, like, guitar zen. They’re so cozy and welcoming. I think that one of the things I really love about your Epi reviews is that you judge them so much on their own merits as quality, good playing, good sounding instruments.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man that's good to hear and very much appreciated!... my aim was always to be a lot like other youtube channels but with a lot less shouting and it seems to be working! :)

[@rossco-dps5392]

What a lovely pair of Epiphones. I'm starting to feel I need an SG! I really appreciate the work you put into creating your videos. Really top quality lighting, multiple camera angles, editing and of course playing. Really tearing it up at the outro on the SG there. Cheers.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man, and I really appreciate you taking the time to comment and offer such kind words of support! :)... ps yes you definitely need an SG! ;)

[@theprolixramblr4307]

I picked up my first SG and I don't regret it. Pelham Blue with the p-90s, it's amazing.

[@grandpajoe3002]

You are putting out some of the best reviews that I have ever viewed. Keep these vids going. You have helped me make and buy some excellent Epiphone's. Thank you.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man, that's appreciated... glad to be of assistance!

[@mattporter6128]

Love your channel, love your playing and love your dry sense of humour, keep up the great work 🤟

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Matt, I really appreciate the kind word and support! 😎👍

[@crazyoldcatman318]

Sorry I am late! That was great! Thank you very much. I enjoyed your detailed review of each and the comparison playing. Liked & Subscribed for more goodness. I know you have a soft spot for the SG and I was seriously considering one but you wound up selling me on the Les Paul! As my grandmother would often say, "Ain't that the way?" The words bite for the SG and growl for the Les Paul kept coming to mind as you were giving final thoughts on the two which was very good by the way I thought. Something about the Les Paul taking me out for a walk vs the other way around appeals to me very much. Thanks again. This was so helpful to me.

[@ruffryder13]

Great review. I recently got this guitar as my second sg. Really like it, especially those burstbuckers!

[@che2335]

Your vid along w my pint of Guinness and the devils lettuce gets me thru another workweek of pure drudgery. Thank you for being the light at the end of the tunnel. On a happier note after watching your 50s gold top LP i bought a 60s std like your new black one here but i got exclusive Sweetwater finish in smokehouse burst.

[@theguitaristas]

I love that... never heard it called devils lettuce before! 🤣👍 I also love that smokehouse burst look... that is one cool guitar man! 😎 have great weekend dude!

[@diogopinheiro6530]

You really do an amazing work in these type of vids! Great job man!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks that's appreciated! 😎👍

[@clovergrass9439]

Another great review, really enjoy the content, pace and editing, cheers!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for the kind words that's appreciated!

[@ancientfifer]

Spot on review as always! Based on visual aesthetics alone, that black LP is quite classy!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, it’s also a surprisingly good guitar to play! 😎👍

[@newmanfertig886]

I luv this guy. Great insight, funny, serious information, yet he doesn’t take himself too serious.

[@BBQROCKSTAR178]

Brilliant comparison Colin! Cheers mate 🎸

[@stevesmithers7901]

love your reviews and playing! I enjoy your honesty. keep it up!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Steve that’s appreciated!

[@jimmymustang7289]

Lovely relaxed review, my Les Paul is waiting in the shop at the moment, this review made me decide to buy one!

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one hope you like it! 😁👍

[@mickertyable]

I love these epiphone videos. You are bang on the money that the current range are excellent. Would be really interesting to see how squiers compare to fenders these days. Awesome stuff.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man... yes got to start looking at some fender/squire comparisons soon!

[@voiceofexperience]

@@theguitaristas Yes! Squier have really "lifted their game" too. The Classic Vibe Series are amazing vfm, & the Affinity Tele is also pretty great.

[@texasbootlegger3752]

Excellent review and am really enjoying your channel.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man that’s appreciated!

[@carpathus]

Most excellent review. Have two Les Paul guitars and one SG. There is something about the SG. Stuck on a desert island with one guitar it would be the SG.

[@mikeyboy8890]

hey chap, USA across the pond here, enjoy your channel, keep it coming

[@theguitaristas]

Cheer mans that's appreciated... will do!! :)

[@juancarlosjimena376]

The reason why SG neck looks longer than the Les Paul is because, the connection of the neck to the body of SG is on the 21st fret while the Les Paul is on the 17th fret.

[@michaelchiasson9088]

Great review again Colin! Absolutely love your comparison of each guitar’s “personality”. It’s true, each style of guitar has an inherent attitude. I recall that with my first SG, it felt like the neck was longer but how could it be? It surely was the body cut and the thin neck pocket on the SG that fooled me. Best guitar review channel going! Cheers from Canada.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Michael, good to hear from you and the kind words are appreciated as always man!

[@rinseyvessel6523]

I absolutely love your descriptions of the different playing experiences. Not the same old " muddy, harsh, bright" language everyone else seems to fall into.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Vincent that's appreciated!

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

9:30 I believe the pickups are in a different position relative to the bridge, I think the SGs are closer to the bridge, could explain the extra edge

[@jeremywooldridge5537]

I really look forward to the weekly videos. Thanks for doing them! I own the SG Standard. Really like it. I dont need another Les Paul but I've got the Gas for sure! I'm thinking about giving the Les Paul Classic a shot.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Jeremy!

[@BladeDoomer86]

Your ''sickness'' is contagious lol..... Really starting to want an SG now.......... You make them sing man, good job. I have all the other models, Strat, Tele, LP... SG missing i guess!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man… you’re missing out on all the fun! 😆👍

[@mattpeckham667]

Excellent video! I was exclusively a long time Les Paul player and I have gradually over the years switched to SG's ( mostly ) Still love both, but as you pointed out in the video, the Paul is definitely a darker sounding guitar and SG's are brighter sounding. SG's are also just physically easier to handle and more comfortable.

[@relevantinformation6655]

Awesome job as always. Love your channel 👍 One good thing of having a guitar obsession is rediscovering a guitar you may have purchased decades ago. Recently did that with a Tele I bought in the 70s when I was making room for - ya -another tele. 🎸

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, I agree... guitar obsession / large(ish) collection means they can often remain unplayed and it's often a joy to discover something you almost forgot you had. It's almost like getting a new guitar so that can keep you going between GAS attacks, or even be an antidote if you remember you actually already pretty much have the guitar you are gassing about! :)

[@doctorskull8197]

I’m as SG freak for 50 years. Own Epi SG Modern in trans black. Very happy with it. ROCKS‼️

[@madisongraham9307]

Super insightful observations on trying to manage a Les Paul... So far, I am losing the battle, dialing back the volume is a great tip. Best regards form ATX.

[@theguitaristas]

"so far I'm losing the battle"... 🤣👍 I think maybe with a Les Paul the amp may play a bigger part than normal, so that you can find a sweet spot and get a feel for those controls. I haven't managed it yet either! 🤣🤣

[@alexmedia8094]

I've purchased two Epiphone SG's since discovering your channel - SG Special P90 and a SG Standard. The special came first and I planned to sell it to get the standard - didn't happen (lol). Switched the pickups to Toneriders in both guitars (vintage P90 set and AC2 humbucker set) and I couldn't be happier. Also added a Monty's 50's wiring loom to the standard. It's made the controls a lot more useable. Hands down two of the best guitars I've ever played ♥️. Thanks for the effort and detail you put into your videos. Def one of the best guitar channels I've come across!

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one Alex!… and even with the extra spent on upgrades you’ve got two fantastic guitars for not a lot of money! 😎👍👍

[@alexmedia8094]

@@theguitaristas I couldn't agree more!!! 50's wiring on a SG is amazing for tone control

[@Sammywhat]

So informative! This really helps when it comes time to making decisions about which guitar to buy. I've decided I need both. 🥂

[@theguitaristas]

Good choice! :)

[@davew8542]

Awesome video as always. Be interesting to see a pickup upgrade on the SG.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Dave, I expect that could happen! 😎👍

[@fredrikwa2438]

I’m really looking forward to Friday and a new video from you. I only wish there were more Fridays in a week…

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for those kind words! ☺️👍

[@stevehanham9266]

Great video! I love SG's. Definitely my favourites. My first guitar, bought in 1969 was a Columbus SG. I still have it. I then bought a 1968 Gibson SG Vibrola. Unfortunately, I sold this many years ago and still regret it to this day ! I still have my 1972 Gibson SG Deluxe. This is my go to guitar. I do have 3 Gibson Les Pauls but the SG is definitely my favourite. Cheers. 😊😎🎸

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Steve... I am with you all the way!! :)

[@jahbrake9791]

Great review as always brother! Next video compare both SGs and pick a favorite! Another wicked playing demo! Gimme a little more m8❤️

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Jason that’s appreciated have a great weekend fella! 😎👍

[@brianfoster5702]

I have just purchased a Epi SG my first but it was cheap so i have work to do after watching your channel i can't wait to play it.

[@nigelthomasse6869]

I love everything about this channel!!!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Nigel that's appreciated!

[@Freeontheland2030]

I enjoyed this thorough review and your descriptive language to define for us the differences in the tones for each guitar. My only complaint is that my decision between these guitars has now reverted back to a battle whereas I thought I had it mostly figured out before this video. Thanks for doing all the work involved for our entertainment and knowledge.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man... did I say in this film that you really need both?? 😂👍

[@davo_7486]

Sir, I’ve had a shoulder recon so no more sports for me. Decided to dip my toes into guitar. To be honest I was about to give up before I even got started because of all the technical bollocks and terminology used in majority of videos. I stumbled upon your vid and bang …. You answered every question I needed answering. I’m starting my new path with a Epiphone 2021 SG Standard I just picked up ex demo. The weight is ideal and sounds iconic. Ta very much

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one Davo, great guitar to learn on the SG… easy to pick up and love. Don’t listen to all the bollocks all you need is three chords and a few licks and you can have hours of fun… Good luck man! 😎👍👍

[@khillsy4489]

Thank you for the review and demo on the Gretsch G5230T. I ordered one after watching your video and it is everything I expected and more. Thanks again and keep making these videos, I need just one more guitar.😄

[@theguitaristas]

Brilliant! Glad that works for you they are indeed a great guitar!... so what’s next in line... SG maybe? 😎👍🎸

[@chrisforever1255]

Hurrah! Its Friday and another cool video from you! For me, as a "Paulaner" (a german beer brand, too) maybe the door for a SG, finally? Greetings from Germany!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Chris... yes I think it’s time for an SG! 😆👍

[@ELPORTUS]

My friend, that was both, entertaining and informative, :). As always you do.. amazing review; btw I already purchased one of this guitar tank’s to you and that was an Epiphone gold top 50’ and for sure the nexts will be this Epiphone SG alpine white. Thanks again for this channel

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Jose! 😎👍

[@theprolixramblr4307]

Because of your reviews and your channel, I have bought my first ever SG. The Epiphone SG P-90 special. Love your videos, as always this was top notch.

[@theguitaristas]

Excellent and that's the one to get too I reckon.... hope you love it as much as I do Red 😎👍

[@SlutBurgerWithCheese]

How are you liking it 1 year later 👀

[@Dram1984]

The biggest difference in sound is because of pickup placement. SG pickups are both slightly closer to the bridge giving it a brighter sound and and more “bite”.

[@theguitaristas]

That’s interesting, do you think that’s the biggest difference? 🤔

[@Infinighost]

@@theguitaristas Dylan Talks Tone has a great video on this where he walks into a guitar shop and measures the distance. The title is "Les Paul vs SG Whats the Difference". His theory is that the pickup placement difference is the biggest reason for the difference in sound.

[@theguitaristas]

@@Infinighost Could be... he seems to know his stuff!

[@ondrejtregler]

When you said the Les Paul is like: „Get outta way!“, it's exactly how I feel about LP. I'm thinking about gettin an SG for a long time and now I think this super bright white Epiphone is the one I need.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, that white SG is a great place to go!! 👍

[@steven_uk]

Another great video. I look forward to your videos on Fridays. I've owned an SG and a Les Paul, but now I only own an SG due to the weight difference. The Les Paul was too heavy to take to, and from, gigs.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Stevo, yeah know what you mean.... when you put a Les Paul in a hard case.... man that things staying at home! 😆👍

[@dantedias4064]

This video was very very helpful . I had already decided I was gonna buy an Epiphone SG . Now I've decided I need a Les Paul as well . Had a 2002 Epiphone Les Paul Custom that I regret having sold . Had half a dozen Gibson Les Pauls since then and did not regret selling any of them , mostly for tuning problems . The Epiphone never went out of tune . Guess it takes some maturity to stop caring about brand and start caring about function and quality . Cheers from Brazil . Love your videos !

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Dante! 😎👍

[@murrayguitarpickups9545]

I really liked youre playing mate, found it inspiring to think I can use a looper and just jam over it for my vids. It sounds great but its not so flashy people can't follow at home

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, thanks for the kind words, and I’m glad you can see that... it’s simple and everyone can have a go for the price of a $60 pedal. I have done a couple of protools ‘track’ demos with drums etc before but I prefer to keep it real like this. And it’s a lot less hassle to be honest! 😆👍

[@aureliusandthespiral]

Very nice channel, slowly making it through all your videos

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for supporting! 😎👍

[@JMK571]

Great review, as always! I appreciate the fact that you open up the guitars and show whats under the hood/bonnet. It saves me from opening up my own guitars! LOL One point that I really identified with in this review was the difference in "feel" when switching from a Les Paul to an SG. I am primarily a Les Paul player, and when I switch to my SG it does feel a little "off", but after a few seconds of playing, I'm good to go. And here's a tip to help people combat SG neck dive: take a sandwich size ziptop bag and fill it about 1/4 to 1/3 of the way full with BB's (you may need to experiment with this part). Zip the top (squeezing out the extra air), fold the bag up to make a nice little pouch, and wrap the pouch up with duct tape. Then cover that with black electrical tape and then tape the black pouch to the bottom half of your strap near the guitar pin. PROBLEM SOLVED! I've been doing this with my SG for years and I've never had an issue with neck dive since I've done this. Cheers!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man and thanks for the top tip!... almost like its straight outta Viz magazine but I'm sure it would work!

[@mrjfeb539]

Once again what a great review now I’v got to have an sg best reviews on you tube thank you for that

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man good to hear from you!... I can't believe you don't already have an SG... the Epi P90 special or this standard are a must!!

[@anthonymichael3029]

Awesome video. I am proud to own both but Les Pauls are my first love. I don’t notice neck dive on the SG as much as it wants to “fall forward” on the strap. They don’t hang on the strap like a Lester, but it’s a screamer. Keep up the good work!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man!

[@thegatlinboys7779]

Great show. Iv never wanted a sg until very recently. Now i want one 🤘

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers! 😆👍

[@domjkof5327]

Man you always nail these reviews!!! I would really like a Sg G-400 Pro review, nobody can do it as you do!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man that's appreciated! I'm guessing the pro is discontinued now?... but I will keep my eyes open for one as I hear nothing but good things about them.

[@domjkof5327]

@@theguitaristas Yeah I think they stop producing them in 2019, but they are not so rare to find, even in white (wink wink). They have the coil tapping that is a nice variation on the theme. See what you can do 🙏

[@johnny.musician]

Most enjoyable, as usual. We speak the same kind of language and I fully get your descriptions; I seem to talk the same way. Fwiw I really like my very LP inspired Hagstrom Super Swede with 3 P90s. Just another fairly inexpensive guitar that I get off on. The whole vibe of affordable guitars is one I associate with. Cheers from sunny Brisbane Australia mate, keep up the good work.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers John, thanks for comment and support as always man!... I think a Hagstrom SS needs to come this way soon, I have never even played one. I love Sunny Brisbane... I had the pleasure (joy really!) of visiting a few times. Best wishes from rainy Southend on Sea!!

[@SSFarm.6373]

Great videos looking at getting a sg led me to your channel really enjoy your style of playing and info. Subbed looking forward to more Thanks.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man that’s appreciated… more SG love coming this week! 😎👍

[@spacepodi]

It’s taken me months to consider a white SG as an option. I think this review has put it right back in the distinct possibility category. An interesting comparison. Apparently the SG standard has a different neck join to the ‘61. I think the neck dive or long neck divided opinions might be due to these differences as the 61 feels like a longer neck than the standard since it is joined at the body a little further out, and though the bridge moves up with it, the body contours don’t. So shorter armed people should choose the standard, even though the ‘61 scratch plate looks prettier.

[@bobbychubb6913]

I love the fact that you showcase cheaper guitars. The tech and craftsmanship has trickled down through the years. Meaning if you are a working musician you don't have to take your Gibson to gigs . Epiphone and squier are way better than they used to be. I've had Fenders and Gibson's over the years and they stay in their cases but my 95 Mexican strat and my PRS SE Santana are my go to most reliable guitars . These guitars are plenty good enough for working band. Used to be replace the nut get some CTS pots and switchcraft switch and input jack tuners and pick-ups polish the frets set the intonation tweak the neck and you were good to go . Now they come with all that you may still have to make adjustments but other than that they are seriously good guitars. Don't get caught up on the status of owning a real Gibson PRS or Fender spend your money on your amp . Even a cheap guitar can sound good through a good amp but a high dollar guitar will sound like garbage through a cheap amp . Don't skimp on your amplifier. Low watt tube combos are the best bang for the buck. Anyway I want an Epiphone SG now for slide playing . Thanks for the demo! I'm sold.

[@markholtz1481]

I bought a epiphone sg standard 60s after watching your video and now I will be buying an epiphone 60s les paul standard also in ebony after watching this video. Thanks for doing this for people like me!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Mark… think of the money I saved you! 😁👍

[@donge9589]

Another brill video to make the ironing go by in a flash thanks man.

[@theguitaristas]

😂👍

[@sqidvishus]

Seeing the channel continue you to grow is just great. You are well deserving of a large audience. Your reviews are so thorough, entertaining, and of such a high quality when combined with your humour and affable personality it just makes my day when I get to watch a new one. Having played all of these different budget guitars, how does that Epiphone Les Paul 1959 Standard outfit compare to the cheaper Epihone LPs out there?

[@theguitaristas]

Hey Sqid!... thanks for such kind words man it's massively appreciated, I know I find myself repeating that so often, but I'm really lost for any other words sometimes to say how grateful I am for the support ☺️👍 re the Les Pauls... I have only played the 50s and 60s (not cheaper ones) and they all play really well... and not so much difference between the 59 feel wise except the slightly fatter neck (nice) and Gibson pups. Truth is you need them all, they are all excellent and there’s a reason for having the lot! 😎👍🎸

[@MurphSA]

Thank you so much for another great video!!

[@arpee915]

That SG if perfect for my back, and wow, what a great deal you got there! Friendly on the wallet I must say, for such an iconic guitar.

[@scottmacphee35]

I cannot tell you how much I have enjoyed your videos. I already have a Gibson Les Paul and a Gibson SG, but I was riveted by this shootout anyway. Your lengthy review (and upgrade) of the Epiphone ES-335 convinced me to give one a try, and I love it, so thanks for that!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Scott, thanks for the comment and support man glad you are enjoying this stuff and its proving helpful!

[@markthorn3244]

I'm fairly sure that the different pickups contribute significantly to the sound between the guitars too. I'd like to see this done with the exact same pickups installed in each guitar. As always a fun, enjoyable video presentation.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Mark, I’d definitely like to test that out myself... if I had more time I would have but it’s already proving tricky as I talk too much! 😆👍

[@SionynJones]

The main difference is the magnets. Alnico pickups where epiphone original standard pickups untill probuckers came. They changed the design with alnico classic pro pickups adding nickel silver base instead of brass.

[@danielrentel9747]

Thanks so much. This was a great comparison!

[@dragan4658]

Hi Colin. Watching your videos has guided me to want an Sg and from your video comparing LP style guitars I picked up an Agile 3000 gold top a few days ago! Thank you!

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍

[@superloekie2985]

Great video, i have a sg that i put together myself and it's my favorite guitar. Awesome playing, really enjoyed it

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man! 😎👍

[@kkzooi]

I'm glad to see you review a lot of les paul's and sg's.. I already have plenty of those so i don't get the urge to go out and buy something i don't already have and spend a lot of money yet again.

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍

[@JohnnyBGoode9]

This has become my favourite guitar related channel. In-deoth reviews, great quality tone demos, and lovely no-nonsense conversational style. I don't feel like you're trying to sell me something or convince yourself every guitar is great. You just sound like a fellow guitar addict talking about the pros and cons of guitars and what you personally enjoy playing.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man that’s appreciated! 😁🙏

[@Ozeshin]

The James May of Guitars....and I mean that in a GOOD way :)

[@shynebox]

Great vid; trying to persuade eldest son to go for a Les Paul (so I can borrow it) but his mate has an SG so he wants one too. He preferred the LP tone, thanks for the well executed comparison.

[@Raggo12345]

Great episode, great info, great playing! Loved this episode! I have an Epiphone Dot which is perfectly set up for me, and it's my favourite guitar, before more expensive guitars that I own.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man! 😎👍

[@mikepj1025]

Don’t know why they make the SG body thicker than the Gibson SG? The Les Pauls are a closer to true example of a Gibson in my opinion. These new SG are sooo nice though. Another great video man. Awesome job again.

[@joshkrone5837]

Please! Make more videos. I really enjoyed this.

[@simoncollins245]

Brilliant have u done any albums? Love the way you play!👌

[@Moyetniishiswa2000]

Another great video Colin. Thanks! I can thoroughly recommend an Epiphone Firebird. Great guitar. Reverse headstock makes a big difference to string tension and the mini humbuckers are a dream.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers David, that’s definitely on the list! 👍😎

[@VenancioPortalatin]

Great comparison video as always.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks that’s appreciated!

[@youtubular229]

Loved the playing at the end on the SG Colin, sounded a bit like Black Napkins by Frank Zappa. Cheers from another guitar addict, your reviews are great

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man… yes we love a bit of Zappa! 🙌

[@birdman316]

this is the 1st time seeing this film and im happy i found it! i took 2 strat styled guitars with me to "guitar center" and traded them both along with some moola for.......yes you convinced me.... epiphone sg traditional pro in gold! every sg film of yours inspired me to look at the sg again....im happy to have "listened" to you mate! might just have to get a "chibson" sg in the future to compare to my "goldy" epiphone model!

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one glad we finally got an SG in your hands! 😆👍👍

[@birdman316]

@@theguitaristas hekk yaa brother! the lil E string popped soon after i got home with it but we all know most factory strings are rubbish anyway lol! it has the "plug kit" for the 2 volume pots which are push/pull... id like to find out how to make the outer coils stay on instead of the inner coils when split...possible we reasearch it together?

[@voiceofexperience]

This is the video that convinced me to buy the Epi SG Standard (in black though). Since then I've tried out the other Epiphone SG models, and let me tell you that NONE of them beats this, the basic, stock-standard Standard. (The other guitar Col sold me on was the Epiphone Crestwood Custom, which I also now love dearly. Thanks, Col.)

[@paul_sebastian1154]

Great review as always, love your analogies 😆 I want an SG again to add to my collection ( I had 2 once) would get the Gibson SG tribute but can’t really stretch to it, very tempted by the Epiphone though.

[@theguitaristas]

Hey Paul, thanks for support!... Epiphone is not far from the tribute in all honesty, so don't beat yourself up over it just save £500 and have a bit of SG fun!

[@buzzburb1]

Owning a Mexican Fender strat and an Epiphone 50`s gold top stadard, even though they are not the guitars reviewed, I can only say what a great analegy, playing Blues on both, the Les Paul makes me feel I,m not doing it justice and the Fenders saying thanks for playing me tonight , spot on it did make sense as usual

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man... so it was something! 😂👍 ps did you see my reviews and comparisons with 50s goldtop? Ace guitar 🙌

[@buzzburb1]

@@theguitaristas Yep , certainly did, it was your review that made me buy one , cheers what a brilliant guitar can`t put it down , keep the content coming , its a great way to end a winter evening

[@zeroman614]

The SG neck joins the body at the 18th fret, the LP at the 17th thus the SG neck appears (and feels) longer.