Gibson Custom Les Paul Historic Resissue VOS VS Gibson USA Les Paul Tribute Studio What Are The Diff

#gibson #gibsoncustom #lespaul #guitar ‪@gibsonguitar‬
ALL PICKUPS AND POLE PIECES ARE THE SAME HEIGHT FOR EACH OF THE PICKUPS. I MADE SURE TO MEASURE BEFORE RECORDING THE VIDEO BECAUSE.... THERE'S ALWAYS THAT ONE PERSON... THEY WILL STILL COMMENT, THOUGH!
Signal Chain - GUITAR - Korg PitchBlack Pro Tuner - Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer - Dunlop KH95 Kirk Hammett Signature Crybaby Wah - MXR Smart Gate - AMP HEAD - Mesa Boogie Rectifier Oversized 4x12 Slant Cabinet - Neumann TLM 107 Microphone - Vintech Audio VA573 Microphone Preamp - API Lunchbox 8 Chassis - Universal Audio Apollo 16b Audio Interface - MacBook Pro 16 M2 Pro - Universal Audio Luna
Guitars Used:
Gibson Les Paul Tribute Satin Iced Tea (2021)
Gibson Les Paul Studio Sunburst (2013)
Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Darkback (2023)
Gibson Custom 1958 Les Paul Standard Iced Tea Burst (2023)
Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Dirty Lemon (2022)
Amp Heads Used:
Friedman Runt 50
Fender 1969 Bassman
Marshall JCM 800 2203X
Orange Rockerverb 100 Mk III
Fender Super Sonic 22
Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:17 Friedman Runt 50 | E Standard
02:24 What to listen for in the Sound Differences
03:21 Typical Reaction to Explosive VS Budget Friendly Comparison
03:52 A Touch Of The Agenda
04:56 SPEC DIFFERENCES (It's NOT Quick!)
16:11 Fender 1969 Bassman | TS9 Boosted | E Standard
17:17 Marshall JCM 800 2203X | Low Input Channel | E Standard
18:25 Orange Rockerverb 100 Mk III | E Standard
19:33 Fender Super Sonic 22 | E Standard
20:43 My Experiences... Explanation of FEEL

[@Simon__666]

That R8 is by far the best

[@enricodedios3702]

I used to have a R58 plaintop sold it to a guy from montreal he flew here in Edmonton to pick it up. Biggest regret and I will never forget. Now I owned a 59 murphy lab I will tell you its life changing first all my savings are gone 2nd its the best les paul I’ve ever owned and its more than enough and actually stops me from looking for other guitars. 3rd its my forever guitar 😊

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

The Murphy labs are nice. The binding is able to be worked in more. I was originally going to pick up a heavily aged ‘57 or ‘59… but didn’t bond that well with them. Bonded perfectly with the ‘59 VOS. It’s a shame because the ‘57 Murphy Lab looks AMAZING!!! Cheers -Ryan

[@dirktucker77]

Thank you for the hard work you put into these series. I bought a used Gibson GC Traditional pro V in translucent ebony for 1800. The color is unique and one of my favorites. It has the tradbucker pickups. I'm not good on guitar at all.. but I frckn absolutely love it. I really like the A symmetrical neck its very subtle but makes a noticeable difference in comfort. It's my first real Gibson LP. I owned a ephiphone custom silverburst that was pretty awesome too but that d shape neck wasn't my fave.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Name of the game is always “What keeps you coming back”. Whether that’s neck, weight, feel, etc… that’s the whole point! Glad you bond with your V! Cheers -Ryan

[@markkinney5030]

Hey man i enjoyed this video about those guitars! I now understand why you pay more for them. I was thinking about amps! Its the same way sorry parts ir the the best parts its so much goes into this stuff! Rock on!

[@gerardsnuki]

For me weight is the most important thing and finding a good guitar with a good price, good sound and low weight is what is really difficult. especially if it's a Gibson

[@manelalentorn]

Amazing video!!! Congrats! My question is… One of the new Epiphones in collaboration with Gibson 1959 from 2024 with custombuckers? Or a used Gibson Studio 490R and 498T??

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Try both a see what suits you best. Some people really can’t get along with poly finish guitars, but the Epiphone has some good specs… Studios are pretty solid. But on the resale side… people will always offer Les because “It’s not a Standard”. But it’s always best to play them both and see what works best for you. Cheers -Ryan

[@manelalentorn]

@@Crypticmaskguitar I agree, poly is too sticky in my opinion, and nitro ages way better for my taste. Hoever theres some nice Epiphones… the new collaboration with Gibson 2024 and the Adam Jones collection sounds astonishing too. Thanks for your reply! BTW I love your channel and your content! 😃

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Thanks! Best of luck on the search for your next Les Paul! Cheers -Ryan

[@avivpinto4013]

On cleans you hear the superiority of the custom shop les Pauls

[@salvatoremirabile6880]

I have an LP tribute, one studio HP 2016, one classic 2019, one standard 60, one standard 50 goldtop, one LP slash standard and one LP Kirk Hammett Standard. Those are all great guitars (I own also a LPJ TV yellow). But 5 months ago I’ve bought an R8 VOS like the one you’ve played in the video. The Gibson Custom Shop is on a different level for the feeling that those guitars can give you and the custom buckers are so creamy. I love all my LP…they gave me a great inspiration when I play and they improved me to be a better guitarist. This could be strange but after the R8 in mine personal preferences there are the standard 60 and the Tribute. This one is more brilliant than the other Gibson USA and for the price is a great guitar!

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

100%! My entire life changed when I tried my '58! It was an expensive mistake, but one I am glad that I made! I'm picking up a '56 on Sunday to go along with my '57, '58, and '59. They just feel completely different! Cheers -Ryan

[@bewusstsein3527]

​@@Crypticmaskguitari hope you will do a comparison video between the 56 and the 2018 classic.. thanks for sharing..

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

It’s on the list. I am, however, gutting my collection. Kind of cleaning things up. So I am selling my Classic with P90s and have 2 people trying to sell their guitars to buy it. So as long as I can find the time before it sells (It can take MONTHS to sell) then I will make that comparison. Cheers -Ryan

[@bewusstsein3527]

​@@Crypticmaskguitarwhat is the selling price of your 2018 classic?

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

$2,200 Locally. I won't ship. Cheers -Ryan

[@garypannone7755]

They in my ears all sounded pretty much the same. But I have to go by neck size. So in my price range I will take the Tribute. Studio has slim taper and is just not the neck for me.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Price range is always important. The Tribute has that nice rounded neck. In between slim taper and the beautiful club necks. Cheers -Ryan

[@garypannone7755]

@@Crypticmaskguitar Thanks for the reply. Nothing is as nice as the neck on the Junior and Special. My opinion.

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

They both have the Club neck. The Baseball bat. My favourite. Cheers -Ryan

[@bryantherocker]

Try to do a blind test, I bet it very hard to know what is what

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

Blind tests and Les Paul’s are easy to tell the differences. What you feel in your body when playing really gives it away. The increased low end on weight relived and satin finished guitars is very evident. When it comes to the VOS guitars they ring out like one giant piece… USA range does not come close to that feeling. If the VOS guitars didn’t do that then I would have a lot more money in my bank account! Maybe someone who has never played a Les Paul before couldn’t tell what is what blindfolded… but an experienced player will know the difference instantly. Cheers -Ryan

[@bryantherocker]

​@@Crypticmaskguitar I mean have another player play them continuously and guess which Les Paul it is :)

[@Crypticmaskguitar]

So basically an inexperienced player… that would be like asking me what Strandberg guitar is what. I’m pretty sure most would get a VOS guitar over a USA guitar. They just ring as one giant piece, whereas the USA don’t. But then again who knows. I just know I was PISSED that the VOS felt like they do. I was really hoping that they felt just a little better than USA. Cheers -Ryan