Final Guitar Assembly At Gibson USA Factory | The Process S1 EP14

In this final episode of The Process, Gibson's master luthier Jim DeCola takes viewers through the final assembly process to show how guitars are fitted with their electronics, tuners, hardware before they are set up for shipping to their final destination.
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[@Randetroit]

I really enjoyed this video ! Why ? Because I used to work there and seeing the many familure faces, brought joy to my heart! Also, it is always interesting to see the things that have changed in the plant! Thanks!

[@scoobydoo936]

I love my 60’s Reissue Strat, it’s just unbelievable, but my 59 LP RI is a killer guitar, simply unreal, only death can part me and my LP!

[@rexnavarro2918]

If you compare footage of the prior Gibson factory set up to the current set up you'll see the difference in assembly & production technique, lighting, organization, work flow and cleanliness. Great job Gibson & Cesar at the Modernization of it's Craft also great words spoken by J.C.. the new leadership at Gibson has done a great job. I leave you with this quote "A general is just as good or just as bad as the troops under his command make him" - Douglas MacArthur

[@philfrank9226]

Rubbish, the QC was and is not the best, and it`s big pressure, if one has to wait, til the next is ready.

[@priesty4783]

@@philfrank9226 If you owned a Gibson, especially one made during the past few years since the new management took over then you would probably not be so negatively perpetuating the ancient mantra about bad QC. This was always over-exaggerated, often by people who had never even touched a Gibson. I have played many a Gibson over the years and they have in the main been well made with few issues, and without exception they've been a joy to play. I now own a 2020 Les Paul and it's pristine, a superb example of build excellence and sheer quality. It's not just me - many others who own recently-made Gibsons are saying the same.

[@philfrank9226]

@@priesty4783 I have 11 Gibson, and only one Custom shop V was perfect. I accept the issues, because the sound and feel speaks to me.

[@nikolaibarbarich7887]

All 3 of mine are perfect. 2004 ES 335 , 91 Les Paul Junior and even a 2014 Les Paul std and they are all fine

[@Crismartz2024]

I love Gibson with all my heart is the perfect guitar for me, I would like to have one, my dream guitar !!!

[@gearmeister]

I've had several Gibsons & they are fantastic in many ways

[@thephotoyak]

Go buy one!

[@renodavid]

I’m always amazed when I see all the handwork still needed to make a guitar. Even in 2020 the quality of the instrument is still highly dependent on the skill of the many craftspeople doing that handwork. It really is an amazing thing. Much respect to all those people.

[@williamcammer9211]

My first Gibson that I got when I was 15 turns 40 next month! now and forever always a Gibson fan!

[@kev_nose]

I'm in awe of how much work goes into the guitar. It's amazing how each person treats the guitar as if it's their own. If only I could afford that ES335!

[@sebastiantabordachacon396]

I love his work with both his electric and acoustic guitars

[@samueljames580]

Stoked this finally came out. All my life I dreamed of owning a Gibson Les Paul, ended up with a 2019 classic (strangely without any weight relief as the 2019 models are said to have had it but honestly I love that it's not weight relieved) falling into my hands earlier this year finally which really was a dream come true for me - I love being a part of the Gibson brand and it's so sick to see how invested JC and the bois are in reprising Gibsons legacy again and connecting with their customers. Cheers for this!

[@foxhound8843]

omg this is amazing, i just ordered a gibson les paul slash standard AA and i cant wait to get it... i loved theses videos of the proccess.. this is very interesting with awesome peoples, i m really happy to know my les paul has been maked in usa in this factory

[@jimbonacum8917]

Wow! I really enjoyed the whole series and I hope that you do a similar one for the acoustics!

[@gibsonguitar]

Season 2 is about to start production!!!

[@electricfox9276]

Loved this series, shows how much Gibson as a company and it's employees love to make guitars to inspire and push music and creativity. Cheers!

[@jimwguitar3002]

I have been to the guitar store many times this year. I played a Les Paul special just because it was there.I had no intention to buy a guitar. It played so good that I had to buy it. To be honest Gibson and Epi are the only guitars that feel so comfortable in my hands.

[@mymacki]

the passion , pride and integrity the workers have for Gibson...wow... i have a lesPaul, SG and a ES-335 now i love them more ,thank you

[@MrTPF1]

Great series! I have several Gibsons, and each and every one of them has that "wow factor". Love them all. One cool thing about this series for me is seeing how, despite the CNC machines and automated processes, there are still a BUNCH of American workers touching each guitar, taking pride in their work, and making it special. People sometimes say Gibsons are expensive, but when you see everything that goes into them, you understand what you're paying for.

[@HatRock]

Stacey Stewart, thank you for inspecting my Les Paul. It is perfect in every way, from the action to the nut and the saddles and string spacing. It is really great to see the exact person behind our instruments. If you see this comment know you make an excellent job! 👌🏼

[@jamessmith5266]

Stacey Stewart signed off on my guitar! It’s my first Gibson and I am so happy with it. It was so cool seeing the guy who worked on my guitar, I even recognised his bench from my photo in the case! Thank you Gibson for my new JR having a great time here

[@graemero5532]

The bitter sweet finale of the best series of videos on the Tube. Cheers Gibson, You are ROCK Now I would like to see those employee guitars that were spoken of during the series.

[@RockHardRiffs]

Definitely love my new SG Modern. It’s a freakin’ beast 🔥

[@guitarflyer172]

I love all 9 of my Gibsons! Looking to purchase a 10th lol

[@hmedrano65]

Thanks for the series Gibson I was here from the beginning and loved every second of it

[@smgames9873]

Les Paul standard 60s in unburst and SG heritage cherry standard, both from 2020. Both are the nicest guitars I own. They look great, feel great, and sound great, and that’s all a man can ask for when it comes to guitars, and you guys did fantastic. Whatever you all are doing... keep it up 👍🏻

[@johnlloyd9613]

I have purchased three Gibsons in the last year. All were perfect!

[@vince_vatican777]

Only Gibson is good enough! Thank you all at Gibson USA!

[@vincentkowski8466]

Hey Gibson bring back the ES175 !!! 🎶

[@unclefoiley819]

I have a Les Paul standard I bought new in 2002. That wow factor is still alive and well in 2021.

[@bamber119]

Thank you Gibson for this awesome series showing how my 2019 50's LP standard was made. Brilliant. P.S. absolutely right on the fact that I picked my guitar up to try out and instantly knew it was an extension of my soul to the point I knew after the first note it was coming home with me. that is all.

[@jbkivontop]

I have been waiting for 16 months for my Gibson Custom Les Paul. I hope it will be worth it!

[@kennethholbrecht6103]

Love the New gibsonTv. Great job . (If augus would do anything, we would go crazy)

[@jrtme]

Thank You for doing this series. Gibson inspired me to get two 2019 Les Paul Standard Original Collection Guitars. 😊

[@vernonhoover3738]

It's never too late to have a gibson.my 1st lp at age 60

[@garytrail360]

I got mine when I was 52!

[@joshharrowven9439]

Am I the only one that had a wow moment at the look in their warehouse 🤤

[@ncdtaylor]

I’ve just bought my dream guitar: a Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s in Heritage Cherry. I’ve wanted one my entire life, but have only just been able to afford one. Watching this fascinating series of videos made me realise why the cost of these amazing guitars is so high - what a labour-intensive process! I am absolutely thrilled to now own one of your masterpieces. Now, I’ve just got to learn how to play it...

[@GetStabby]

Very cool! I love the fit and finishes on all my Gibsons, they look great and perform like I need them to. I can tell that whomever put them together did it right and I will enjoy these guitars as long as I can play them.

[@ZitherWizard]

I love this company. Great job Gibson.

[@themaninthesuitcase]

I’ve really enjoyed this series. It was really well made and I do love seeing how stuff is made.

[@caterinacarlone6910]

Fantastic Gibson " The History "

[@DarrenJohnson1973]

Loved this series, and yes whenever I open any of my Gibson cases, it still holds the wow factor, even putting them on stands it's like which of the ladies is getting lucky tonight.....my goto is my standard historic 59 LP, even after 3 years when the light catches it right i'm finding new things in the grain....amazing instruments with awesome tone. can't wait for season 2

[@adolforodriguez3254]

Lester Polfuss ha de ver partido de este mundo muy orgulloso de todo lo que hizo para lograr esta leyenda de guitarra junto con Seth Lover y Ted McCarty son una parte muy fundamental y esa herencia que nos dejaron. El 99% jamás podremos poseer una Auténtica Gibson 50’s pero gracias a las reediciones podemos disfrutar de lo que en su momento fue y ahora es. Yo orgullosamente tengo 2 Gibson y estoy muy feliz!! Gracias por seguir con esa tradición!!

[@EyupComics]

Fantastic ! Gibson Guitar number 1 Fender Guitar number 2 all I need with a Marshall or Fender Amp = my personal happy place 🍺🇬🇧

[@paul_sebastian1154]

Great video, love this series, I could watch them for hours. Nice work Gibson 🤘

[@eddiejr540]

WOW...the WOW factor....WOW...that’s all that needs to be said...just WOW!!!

[@cussy77]

OMG would love a Gibson Les Paul so much they look amazing what a brilliant video from Gibson well done 👏

[@123reivax123]

Well... Looks like a golden age for Gibson. To have employees that all seem to be working to be the best they can be tells me things are in a great place. Great series Thank you.

[@nikkihendrix1234]

Stacy Stewart inspected my guitar, 2018 Flying V standard in cherry color. My what a great guitar I have her baby picture along with the inspection card and everything. So if you see this thanks for building such a wonderful guitar. Made 11/11/17, I’ve owned other Gibson guitars over the years too which unfortunately I don’t have anymore but they all have been wonderful beautiful instruments that aren’t just pieces of wood and metal, they are family.

[@1sttvbn]

Love my 2020 ‘70’s Flying V. Perfect!

[@williammazzotta5595]

I just can't get enough of these great informative videos!

[@GuitarFuel]

I so love all these videos !!!

[@jeffreygonzales8393]

I've allwys love Gibson Guitar's . Their look got me hooked . My fav's are their acoustic 180 + Hummingbird to the late 50's Custom Blk Beauty !

[@hmcgoon7565]

Really enjoyed this series, thank you

[@davidb.9429]

Awesome!🔥 This video really inspired me to keep playing music with my 1960s Gibson Les Paul!

[@joeyskar]

2:57 this is in my opinion the most important job of the line. Making sure that nut is filed properly and the neck has the correct tension is crucial to how the instrument plays right off the line. It's a lot for one guy to do, I really feel like it's a 3 man job and if you have one guy filing, stringing, and adjusting the neck without slowing up the line that guy's the MVP. Edit* check out my recent solo video, I have a lot of Gibsons. 😉

[@mikejones-vd3fg]

Agree but before that happens you need level frets for all that to work, if that doesnt go right then it doesnt matter how you file the nut or adjust the truss rod you'll have string buzz or high action to compensate. If I read right Gibson uses plek machines to level their frets for custom shop models, which tells me that part of the job is still variable and they dont want to bother with a human hand anymore. And I agree, its an art basically where you cant bang out in high volume, or maybe you can... I dont know for sure I dont make guitars but ive tried some fender squires tele's that have some super low action meaning the fretwork was nice, maybe they figured something out in the manufacturing process to get that part more consistent? That being said Gibsons still turn out the most playable out of all the guitars in the shop I try so I have a great respect for Gibson and their quality control for where it matters most to me - playability.

[@joeyskar]

Oh yeah, if the frets are not right then all of that was for nothing. I wonder if there's someone on the final line who handles any minor fret issues right there on the spot or if it has to be sent back to that department.

[@codymccloud7718]

Adjusting is actually split up between two people on the line. Source: I used to work there until about a year ago.

[@stricknine8623]

The "NUT" and the material its made from and its saddle heights and saddle cut angles has more to do with the playability, tuning stability, clarity in tone and ability to intonate well than any other "single" component of a guitar.

[@stricknine8623]

@@mikejones-vd3fg You are absolutely right. But there are many people that understand that all frets need to be level but have no idea about the nut and how critical it is and just how many problems can be caused by it

[@glenkepic3208]

I love this series !!

[@gerardjerry4637]

Thank- You for a great series about how Gibsons are made !

[@Gottaloveguitars427]

I do safety audits for a major chemical manufacturer. You need to manage your sawdust better, I see a lot of dust on top of ducting, lighting fixtures, electrical cables, etc. I have seen plants burn down due to these highly combustible dusts. It only takes one source of ignition and it will spread very quickly through your facility. This is something you must address, it will also improve the quality of manufacturing so it’s a win-win.

[@gearmeister]

Never overlook safety 👍

[@Gottaloveguitars427]

Only saying it because I care about the facility and the wonderful people there.

[@kasperlinux4573]

Très intéressant, je salue le fait qu'un si grand et légendaire groupe comme le votre, nous fasse partager votre savoir faire en toute transparence. Je rêve de venir bosser chez vous ! Merci encore ! 👍

[@Rideskishore]

Loved this video series!

[@Gibson45er]

I just got my 2021 Gibson Les Paul Tribute - Honeyburst last week. I sat and played that guitar so much this past weekend my lower back is sore. I LOVE THAT GUITAR !! I'm 62 now and this Les Paul Tribute is my FAVORITE guitar.

[@zeller291]

Absolutely amazing amount of craftsmanship that goes into a Gibson guitar! Looking forward to the day I’m able to justify purchasing one with my playing ability 👏🏻

[@stevemondragon5499]

I really enjoyed this journey. Makes me wish I was a righty to have access to all those works of art, which is what a Gibson is. Great series!

[@garysturner1]

I absolutely love my Gibson 50's Goldtop, w/P90s. Every time I pick it up and give it that first strum,,,, all I can say is Wow.

[@mikeopdenaker5573]

Great series...i could not be enjoying it more.

[@MPK-72]

Guess some of these steps were skipped on mine. Just got one from guitar center Tuesday of this week. A Les Paul,got it home tuned it up and proceeded to play it. When I got to around the 17th fret and make a bend the string deadens immediately. The action was way Low. Then switched to the neck pickup,sounded good,went to adjust the volume and couldn't. The knob turned but the volume didn't change. Tone knob worked but the volume is where it was. Took it back to guitar center told them it needed a set up and about the issue with the neck pickup. Got a call from their tech yesterday afternoon saying he would need to get with gibson to send a whole new circuit because there was short causing the volume control to not work on the neck pickup. Also said he wasn't happy with the set up it came with, action too low and pick up height was off and he would try to get it covered under the warranty to save me 50$ for the cost of a set up. Now mind you this is on a brand new 2019 model 2000$ Les Paul that I played for maybe 30 minutes. I'm not a famous musician,not wealthy by no mean5 and just wanted to have a nice iconic guitar after years of playing cheaper knock off guitars. I'm almost 50 and waited all of my life to get a Gibson Les Paul, finally got One and it's still at guitar center waiting to be fixed straight from the factory

[@liorauf]

Love you guys!!! Keep ROCK!!! ❤️🤘

[@RB_CO]

Excellent.

[@StevieSobek]

Great series. That warehouse…jaw-dropping!

[@yestoES355]

My 1979 les Paul custom and 98 custom shop ES-355 are the best guitars I’ve ever played.

[@KenKuroGuitar]

Every single job in all 14 episodes here sounds so cool!!! Except... ... I'd hate to be the guy stringing guitars ALL.. Day.. LONG.... Ugh LOLOLOL! Kudos to that dude! Give him a raise!!!

[@rickycompton2610]

I can’t say enough good stuff about Gibson that’s why I own 5 when I was growing up my dad played 1964 es 335 and a 1964 es120t he said Gibson was the best then and it is now buy American and support American workers and American companies thanks again gibson keep doing what your doing.

[@Captain-Nostromo]

8:11 that SG 😎

[@sentforth5]

Huh...well, I mean..yeah, I guess. I have had a few clunkers over the years, but the 2 I've kept are masterpieces for sure. I 2nd the guy who said "bring back the ES 175!"

[@drivenmad7676]

I LOVE GIBSON GUITARS!!!!!!

[@ladystrange4769]

Hello I’m a direct descendant of Orville Gibson👍🏻 my brother is his doppelgänger so cool😃

[@timlilly]

Great stuff. I'm a lefty and I have lots of Gibsons I love em to bits. So I ordered a lefty j200 which turned up this week and it had the wow factor alright! Wow they put a RIGHT HANDED J200 in a create marked as Lefty. So I guess there must be a righty player out there some where who open his or her case and found it was a lefty. Well done Gibson.

[@Ervin-1190]

Gibson, are you gonna a make a series for acoustic guitars? I'd love to see that! Proudly playing a '57 LG-1 here!

[@gibsonguitar]

Season 2 of “The Process” starts filming in October!!!

[@Ervin-1190]

@@gibsonguitar Sweet! Looking very much forward to it!

[@jesusantoniorenteriacardon8115]

I want a gibson

[@heatherwade2373]

Love my Standard. The only guitar I’ll ever need.

[@dpaul.guitars]

Great people making great guitars

[@robertoleondi2771]

The best job in the world....build guitars.. Build the best... Gibson💕

[@giannicinelli9971]

Gibson is the best! I wish they’d bring back the l5, and super 400 in regular production. Maybe more affordable versions because I feel that those guitars should be in everyone’s hands. I’d love them to also bring back a style a mandolin, mandocello, harp guitar and an l-3!

[@zeppelinfan82]

Man,I just want to go crazy in that warehouse and pick out everything ive ever wanted 😃

[@rogeriogamaarquiteturaefoto]

Sensacional !!!

[@pdbordelon]

I know this is promotion but they do seem genuinely passionate about the guitars they are making these days! I have a 2019 Les Paul Classic in Green Ocean Burst - Sweetwater Exclusive - finest guitar Ive ever owned and Ive owned a ton of them!

[@the-creech4790]

What a wonderful series!

[@pritchettdan]

As much as I've loved watching this series, as a guitar player and as a Gibson aficionado, I'm sure for the folks who work there, it just becomes a job. Yes guitar players work there.... But at the factory, I'm sure it's just a job in Nashville. I'll just stay a consumer. Good bless these folks who work there! Two Les Pauls and an Explorer. I've had lots of other Gibsons including two acoustics.

[@nimitz1739]

I got a New 2023 Standard 50s Goldtop and it’s perfect!

[@jparanica]

Great job guys and girls:)

[@avikchakraborty3743]

My dream guitar ......❤️❤️

[@petedazer3381]

I love Gibson Les Paul’s. Long time fender fan, but that Les Paul is just a perfect instrument!

[@djsguitars01]

Yep Pete I agree - I play & teach guitar all day long on strat's/tele's which I love & both are workman like which is why I use them for lessons but The Les Paul is.....is something I just can't put my finger ....I have a pre historic '88 LP 58 reissue which is just an incredible instrument!:)

[@MrBryanGatwood]

It's been my dream to own a Les Paul ever since I heard it. One day...

[@timgroves3606]

interesting quality control sections, does anyone actually play them? I guess QC people went down the pub the day they cut the nut, and put the frets in my 2018 SG Standard. Luckily the dealer fixed it after I took it back.

[@djsguitars01]

Tim you have a notorious Henry Juszkiewicz era guitar which, under his reign, sent the company into bankruptcy - the new CEO James “JC” Curleigh is a guitar fanatic & has turned the company round - see most of the comments here who have played/own a new 2020 guitar & they are all like "Wow"!!:)

[@DaviDamir]

no gibson guitar i have ever played has been as good as my 04 korean made epiphone black beauty

[@richardrigsby5286]

Would love to see the difference in this process and the Gibson custom shop.

[@gibsonguitar]

Season 2 will focus on the acoustic building process at our factory in Montana. Season 3 will dive into the Custom Shop.

[@richardrigsby5286]

@@gibsonguitar sounds awesome

[@joezambrano696]

I'd love to work for Gibson

[@audiomonster303]

I would love to work for Gibson. Creating guitars from scratch is a dream of mine

[@mannyrobbo4508]

That purple/blue SG looks amazing, can't believe Gibson use's what looks like my tiny £120 blackstar 20W id core amp for tuning. BTW note the 'ghost turds' at 2:12 hope they don't drop off the pipe and onto the wet finish!

[@paulissus8974]

At 02:00 there is an SG in blue that is incredible, and I’ve never seen it advertised anywhere.

[@matteoloconte2748]

This is the Heaven

[@brautigan81]

Just bought the Les Paul Special Tribute P-90. I was a little worried about quality just because it's one of their cheapest models, but it's probably the best guitar I've ever played and sounds incredible. On a side note, I feel like it would be as hard to get a job at Gibson as it would be to become a famous musician.

[@NoneNone-gk9wt]

Thank you gibson I only wish I could own a lespaul.