Gibson LP Tribute in Tobacco or Bourbon Burst? - A Bargain or Disaster?

[@DSeN7]

I have that guitar and you captured EXACTLY how the pickups sound.

[@intheblues]

Thanks man! I appreciate the kind words. :) These are great guitars.

[@stepvanjoe3469]

Yeah these are a bit underrated

[@RoboSteave]

Great video, but for some reason the picture is reversed on my computer.

[@yalunzhang266]

@@RoboSteave He's left-handed lol

[@nicolasmayrand7157]

@@intheblues vs epiphone 59 what would you buy ?

[@therollband1290]

I love these LP Tributes man. They’re simple and I think the fact they don’t have binding and have a thin lacquer finish makes them sound really good. There’s something about a Gibson Les Paul too. It’s hard to describe but when you bend a string it gives a little and if you dig in and play aggressively it actually sounds better instead of choking out. They’re just awesome.

[@kar7795]

Went to buy my first les Paul, always been a Strat guy. Wanted to buy one to last me and meet my needs. I played the standard 50’s, standard 60’s, and this tribute. The tribute felt better, I preferred the neck shape as well and it sounded amazing. Money was not a part of the decision. Glad I tried the tribute!

[@Malediction99]

As someone who hates binding and loves satin finishes, the LP Tribute is perfect. One day...

[@leonthompson8988]

Guitar center always has used great condition tributes for around 700 bucks

[@JT-gm4fk]

I loved binding and hate satin...lol

[@angryadam1738]

@@JT-gm4fk you hate satin necks? Did someone drop you as a baby?

[@updem]

I just got mine in today in the faded cherry burst and I was also so impressed by the way it pops in person. Guitar feels incredible in the hands. I kind of like the no frills look, it sets it apart from every other LP and LP copy with binding, gives it more of a retro feeling, like you just stumbled on an early prototype model they had in the back of the factory.

[@tywhite10]

To any body lookin at one of these. I strongly recommend pulling the trigger. I own one in cherry sunburst and its great

[@264boresteve]

I bought one in Iced Tea a few months ago and it has to be one of the best guitars I’ve ever played. No quality issues at all and came set up perfect for me. This is definitely a step in the right direction for Gibson to get more into the quality/affordable guitar market.

[@vechap]

I bought a 2018 in 2018 and I have to agree. I had a more expensive LP but sold it!!!

[@jeremywooldridge5537]

I've got 3 Les Pauls. A Studio, Traditional and Tribute. My tribute was made in 2018 when they put the 498 in the bridge. That guitar is hard to beat. Absolutely love it.

[@vechap]

Yep, I have a Honeyburst 2018... Love it to pieces!!

[@kevinogorman7561]

I bought the 2020 Les Paul Special Tribute P90 and its an absolute player. It's honestly become my #1 guitar, over my similar priced PRS SE guitars. Feels great, plays great. Worth every dollar. Also, I'm pretty sure the necks on the tributes like the one you're playing are maple.

[@anthonymichael3029]

Along the way I’ve been lucky enough to have owned two different 2018 LP Tributes - the ones that have the proper woods and the 498/490 pickups before they changed the neck to maple and the pickups to a 490/490 set. Sounded awesome and felt great to play. Very cool guitars.

[@UltimateAccuracy]

Agreed, Gibson's sleeper LP of the last decade. Cryo frets, Plekked, solid body (8lb 6oz), Mahogany neck etc. I had to try 4 to find a good one, but it's stayed and the other LPs have gone. Guts, sustain and playability whilst the simple looks of a working guitar do it for me. Leftie too, because they sound better!

[@Richb99]

2017 and 2018 tributes, love em - not crazy about the change to the maple neck on these newer models.

[@lespaulranger]

I had a 2017 Tribute that had 490 r/t, i think they only did 498 for one year.

[@adamadams3381]

I have bought this Gibson LP Tribute 2021 and the quality of its wood, finish and above sound is unbelievable. I had a Fender Strat and Tele MIM, ESP EC-256 and Epiphone but this one plays way above them and sounds exactly like in this video.

[@hezz74]

I have a 2018 Goldtop tribute, and absolutely love the the thing.

[@Eywadude]

I know this might sound odd, but I actually prefer the Les Paul Tribute the most out of all the current Les Pauls. I actually like the matte finish, the natural wood "binding" around the top and the simple, stripped-down look it has. It just works for me. Although, the flame maple top on the one you demo'ed is a bit of an exception though. The vast majority of them have plain tops and only every once in awhile you'll see one with figuring in the maple. You got lucky with that one. Especially for a lefty model. All in all though, the Les Paul Tribute is an awesome guitar. It has everything you need and nothing you don't. Just plug it in and rock out!

[@goosegaskins]

Thanks for this comment! I'm contemplating my first Les Paul, and my head is swimming with the options. Haha. On the one hand, I like the "no frills, what you see is what you get" + satin neck on this bad boy, but on the other hand, the Classic has all those various coil tap / phase switches that seems super-versatile.

[@Eywadude]

@@goosegaskins Haha. Good ol' option paralysis. Always a good "problem" to have! 😁 But yeah, the Tribute is an awesome guitar. I'd love to get one, but sadly, money is still tight for me right now. The Tribute really is a true player's guitar. Like I said, it's everything you need and nothing you don't. The Classic is also a great guitar, but I'd highly suggest you play one before buying one if you can. The idea of having all the various coil splitting and out-of-phase options can seem like a great idea at first, but sometimes over time they become less and less of something that people want to use. There are also plenty of people who don't like the sound of the switching options, so be sure to try them in-person before buying a Classic to see if you might be one of those people. Me personally, I like the out-of-phase tone, but I don't like split coil sounds. At least with the Tribute you know what you're getting: a true classic-style Les Paul. Just try a Classic first before putting down your hard earned cash. In the end, you may just wind up saving yourself a bit of money. 😉

[@goosegaskins]

@@Eywadude Oh, yes, option paralysis. LOL Thanks for your thoughts on it, and I totally agree. Ultimately, I ended up going with the Fender Am Pro II Tele Deluxe. I'm such a Fender fanboi. :)

[@reneotten7376]

I dislike bindings and pickup rings.

[@automatoncollectives7237]

It’s great for budget players. But no one with any status will ever be using a Tribute to record with or play live.

[@mikepj1025]

I had a Les Paul Studio for years and I loved the way it felt. I bought my dream Les Paul which is a Les Paul Traditional in honeyburst and although I love it, I miss the satin feel and the weight of my Studio. Maybe I shouldn’t have sold it.

[@TeleCathster]

I like these as being a fender player I don’t like binding! This suits me!

[@charlesbolton8471]

I’m a Fender player too. I’ve only even started to consider a Gibson electric in the last few years. I would definitely buy a Tribute if I decide to buy one. I really like the Honeyburst color. In terms of price I’ve spent more on Mexican made Fenders so I have absolutely no problem with the price. It think it’s an extraordinary price for an entry level American made Gibson Les Paul, and it just happens it’s a great guitar in addition.

[@TeleCathster]

@@charlesbolton8471 me too! Love the honey burst. Just trying to decide if I want p90s or humbuckers. I prefer single coils. Just waiting for uk lockdown to end so I can try some out in store. Fenders I’m happy to buy online but Gibsons I think you really need to play first. Too many variables.

[@avjake]

Wow, those pickups sound like nobody should be missing the split coils. Really looking into one of these to replace my Epiphone. I actually like the single slab, non-book-matched top with honey burst. A really unique look, IMO.

[@catmakesmusic182]

same

[@intheblues]

Thanks for watching! Timestamps and links are below 0:00 - Jam Track 2:40 - Gibson LP Tribute Overview 4:54 - Isolated Guitar Tones 11:07 - Final Thoughts and Review - ►Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/e4vg0z ►Thomann - bit.ly/3fxCDMs ►Sky Music - alnk.to/44PWJut (Affiliate links)

[@ROLEPLAYA64]

I'm a strat/single coil guy and even I'm tempted. They look great, sound great and a really good price too.

[@Zoso981]

I love mine, in Tobacco burst. (same as this demo) I was on the fence for months, now I wonder why I waited so long. Great freaking guitar.

[@lueymeteora1410]

Can't believe the flame, I'm so jelly! I rushed out to grab one of the last 2018's because the '19's were majorly downgraded : dot inlays, no chrome covers... Now they are back better than ever. Typical! Although I am pleased to see that it cost you $400 AUD more than it did me!

[@michaelwoolley7437]

I have one of these , fabulous guitar it’s basically a standard without the frills . I exposed the maple as a faux binding looks ace 👍 can’t understand why snobs slag these off ? Mine is truly fantastic 👍

[@gt-37guy6]

As long as it has the feel and the sound - and is not cheap feeling...I say it is a Keeper! Does the action adjust nice and low? How about the fret end dressing?

[@venomjoe]

@@gt-37guy6 yes work all like a great guitar

[@Warhawk1952]

This was AWESOME! I'm 65 and have that guitar in the Honey and you hit the nail on the head! Great, great review!!! And like yours, I need to bring the pick-up's up just a tad bit... Good stuff and thanks!!!!

[@bojanaleksic6627]

I got mine two weeks ago (2020 model), also in Tobacco Burst, and I'm impressed how good this guitar looks, sounds and feels. I really like the satin finish.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

OK, I'm gonna hit the order button. You killed it showing us the tones and possibilities of the LP Tribute. Thanks Shane, I appreciate what you do my Brother from Down Under.

[@dragan4658]

Sounds awesome! People trash talk Gibson but this is a prime example that they do make quality products! Thank Shane, for an informative and entertaining video as usual!

[@garyatkins4479]

Just bought a current model year one , I was very surprised as out of the box the setup was good and even the intonation was set properly .. sealed box not touched by the dealer as I told them I wanted an untouched right from Gibson guitar

[@oncameramastery]

Lovely colour, but I'm not sure i like it having a scratch plate without a poker chip. Both or neither for me!

[@charlesbolton8471]

They ship with the poker chip in the case.

[@mayhemmm]

you can install the chip by yourself, its in the package

[@antWales1]

I have a 2018 Honeyburst which picked up the upgraded gigbag and still had the mahogany neck so possibly the sweet spot. It’s heavy but feels great and sounds great. Set up was also excellent out of the box, unlike my two Fenders and PRS. Excellent video by the way.

[@vechap]

Have the same, it is truly a great guitar! I actually sold my other LP that cost more than twice this!

[@BigTiny-pv5he]

Another great review. I bought a new gold top Les Paul in 2017. It was a love hate relationship. I loved the way it looked but just couldn’t bond with it. I sold it. I bought a Fender Original 50’s Stratocaster after watching your review. I’ve never looked back. Best guitar I’ve ever owned and best Stratocaster I’ve heard. I still own a 2010 Les Paul that I got as a Christmas gift but it’s always been a case queen lol keep up the great videos

[@wfm210]

Great demo, I really liked the sound of the neck pick up during the clean tone demo.. so many guitars so little cash..👍

[@KrenarCilkuGuitar]

that guitar looks and sounds sweet man! I've been in a kick of liking guitars withoutneck binding for some reason and this totally scratches the itch for me! great video!

[@lueymeteora1410]

Weird...

[@craiger2399]

These things are amazing. I was selling some gear at my local guitar store and blindly picked up a LP to pass the time (with no intentions to buy). Well I fell in LOVE with the feel, and the sound, and played for two hours. I looked at the headstock, then the price, and was floored. After my sell-off and a trade-in discount I walked out with the guitar. The guitar I never knew I needed. Satin honey burst is what I ended up with. I love cherry burst, but this one just felt absolutely right. Feel over looks for me every day.

[@automatoncollectives7237]

Amazing? Please. They are bottom level guitars.

[@craiger2399]

​@@automatoncollectives7237 What make you say that? The cosmetics are bottom level, for sure, but I don't like binding, gloss, or figured wood. Otherwise, it is pleked, well finished, and sounds and feels amazing to me.

[@automatoncollectives7237]

@@craiger2399 Well if it’s amazing, as you say, I can’t wait to see some legends using it live and recording with it...but we know that’s not happening. It’s a very good guitar as an entry level Gibson, but amazing?

[@craiger2399]

@@automatoncollectives7237 I think you fail to see the human context of my statement. I was clearly excited by the guitar quality not matching the price-point - in my experience. The use of the word amazing is a subjective descriptor that more than anything describes my personal experience, not the objective reality of the guitar. For me, this guitar feels amazing. I have experience with and own more expensive guitars in the Gibson range. So you can argue, if you feel it makes the world better, that my use of the word amazing is somehow wrong. But, if you could feel what I feel when I play it, then you would understand where I am coming from. Peace to you brother.

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

I really dig the Tributes. Currently I own Gibson LPJ's, Studios, Standards, but really want a Tribute gold top. They hearken back to the original in appearance minus some minor details. Not having binding isn't one of those details since some of the earlier gold tops didn't have it either.

[@michaelmccullough4617]

I absolutely love my LP Tribute. Gibson straight knocked it out of the park with this guitar. Love every second I'm playing it.

[@Anjohl]

Something has to give. A bit of extra weight relief, slightly cheaper pickups, thinner nitro, and the lack of binding doesn't add up to the almost $1300 price difference.

[@buddylobos5277]

This has got to be Gibson's answer to all those great $1000 Tele's Fender has been making for years now. I love the idea behind it especially the Unbound body .

[@jamalabdul2009]

Having owned a ‘17 LP Tribute, I really enjoyed the feel and tones of that guitar and I would be certain that the new ones are just as good. They are a stripped down LP with all the vibes of the Standards. It’s an excellent first Gibson and I would recommend buying personally!😁🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@zd351]

Hey Jamal, hope you and your family are going ok. Now every time TX is in the news, I gotta worry about you. Stay safe bro. Hope you aren't freezing your *** off.

[@jamalabdul2009]

@@zd351 Fortunately we came through this anomalous weather relatively unscathed outside of some minor pipe leakage from the pool. Only one day without power and family is all doing well. Appreciate the well wishes!🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@guitarocd9984]

At least you didn't go to Cancun. I can't believe that guy did that.

[@jamalabdul2009]

@@guitarocd9984 😂😂😂😂 Pathetic and sad. I didn’t vote for him anyway!!!

[@guitarocd9984]

I don't think for much longer. LOL

[@garethedwards4739]

I recently bought myself a lefty bourbon burst and I love it!

[@utherpendragon4227]

I found one used for 750; I like having a LP; don't desire anything more than the tribute. It does the job just fine, and I think the satin finish is better than the 2 grand ones.

[@gt-37guy6]

That sounds as good as just about any Les Paul...For that price point...impressed. For a new instrument, a great value, I am happy that I picked up a 2013 LP Traditional Tobacco with hard case and all factory stuff for $1650 a couple of years ago. I am pleased as punch...humbucker punch!

[@donharrold1375]

Got one of these in Cherry Sunburst (Yes I know!) a few years ago. I absolutely love it. It has got a big tone but definitely thinner and brighter sounding than my Traditional that has Classic 57s. Some people are going to prefer that, some not. Personally I think the brighter tone is a little more authentic to the essence of a 50s Les Paul. The 490 pickups are a very good PAF clone. The big mushy rock tones are really more of an 80s creation? Great if you want to sound like Slash widdling away on the neck pickup, but most people need something more from a guitar.

[@Rico_B]

Great review Shane. I just picked up a (used) 2019 Tobacco Burst-love the pickups and the weight! Thanks

[@distractedgarage1801]

I purchased one last year, maple neck feels great. Your right about the 490s , I found that it wanted the middle position with some bridge mixed in it. Something I did was to pull the neck pickup and put ceramic 8 magnet in it, that cleaned it up a bit. I recently bought a Vox AC30 and it sounds fantastic on that. Sweetwater let me choose between 4 tops that they had in stock and it came with a pretty nice one. I love the exposed top edge instead of binding, has a real high end look to it. My thoughts, I agree 100% with you Shane great buy for the money. J-J

[@jeffroq]

Another great review Shane. I have played a Tribute for a few years now (2017), they are great guitars. I prefer these pickups to the burstbuckers. The prices have gone up a lot. I think I paid like £550 in a sale. They have the Gibson smell though 🤘

[@sixbladeknife44]

That looks like typical tobacco burst, not bourbon.

[@James-zy5lh]

I had one of these and upgraded to the last run of Traditional’s. The Tribute is a solid example of an entry level Les Paul, but they do have their quirks. Mine didn’t have the best fret crowns or edge dressings. It stayed in tune for the most part, but the G would always need a retuning between plays. Lastly, the pickups are solid for rock styles, but I found them a bit thin when playing clean. Again, great guitar for the money, but they could be nicer.

[@CheddarKungPao]

Great review, Shane. Just one note, the neck is made of maple, not mahogany. :)

[@intheblues]

Hey! Cheddar, hope you are doing well man! I think the Sky Music website had some incorrect info! 🤣

[@Eywadude]

And also, the 490T ("Treble") pickup is in the bridge position and the 490R ("Rhythm") is in the neck position. ☺️ Regardless, great demo! 👍

[@Voxguitarsrock]

And believe it or not I can hear a difference between my mahogany neck Les Paul and my maple neck Tribute. It's not in a bad way but it is different.

[@buddy9577]

Maple is better

[@Eliminator-rl9sn]

Had it for testing. It is a great instrument in any aspect with one exception for me. The neck is quite thicker than the one of the Studios. It has a kind of a shoulder which was causing pain to my thumb after a few minutes. I got rather small hands. Therefore I had to send it back. So, if you got small hands, it could be a show stopper for you.

[@VintageRadius]

I do really like the Gibson ‘rounded’ neck profile, agree it’s super comfortable. Wish my SG had it. Would be nice if the Tribute had binding though.

[@laydownmisere3674]

Sounds great. Don't now why the cable jack was not centered on the mahogany timber, but on the overall body, leaving the two top screws almost right on the edge between the solid timber and the veneer cap.

[@GraemeCampbellMusic]

Great review. I have the Tribute Junior DC and its fantastic, they are an underatted seriers of guitars.

[@tofagakilifi9535]

Yes! They're here in New Zealand. Finally entry into the iconic dynasty, me being a working class man. Thanks Shane, great channel.

[@addicted2tone349]

I had one of the 2013s, I gutted it and put 50s wiring and some pafs in it and it was a blues machine. I gave it to my stepson for graduation.

[@littlerhodyguitar2169]

Great video Shane. I bought a Tribute from Sweetwater after JC took over Gibson it was a disaster sent it back but I've been thinking of getting another one just to try it out again. Hope all is well.

[@onlyguitars]

Please get you hands on an Eastman SB59 =) Would love to see you review it.

[@tacob69]

Me personally I buy used Les Pauls for the price I would get a studio for and get the bells and whistles.I did buy a Special Tribute and I LOVE it.To me its the perfect guitar to go bare bones and the Tribute is only a grand $500 cheaper than the next model.I would tell everyone to check out Tribute Specials and Juniors I believe they are underpriced.

[@darkflash32]

how is this compared to your Tokai LS? planning on getting one.

[@mikewendeln5218]

Just got my lefty yesterday. Opened today. Love it. Thanks for review.

[@brandon1matthew]

Just got one today coming from my first guitar which was a Chapman ml1 v2 and soo much better I love it

[@fordhammie]

Dude Gibson did a great job on these... I have the 2018 LP Tribute, all mahogany with a Swamp ASH top, no weight relief (9lbs), rosewood fretboard, locking tuners etc and it's sound is FABULOUS!

[@geneevans7885]

I got the gold top 18. Those guitars are the real deal.

[@Summ3rhays]

Great review. I found a lefty version at my local guitar shop. I really liked the way the neck felt. I’m fairly new so wanted to make sure there weren’t any gotchas. It threw me off a bit that it’s wired for right handed so the volume/ tone turned the opposite direction compared to my tele. From the video it looks like the one you played is the same. It’s good to know it’s a feature rather than a one off. Time to sign off and buy my first LP.

[@dowaliby1]

First rate playing to open the video, both the rhythm and lead parts. Truly a beautiful guitar with a killer tone. The neck looks like maple to me.

[@ChueyiCha]

How is yours flamed top? I've NEVER ever seen a quilted or flamed top on a tribute.

[@mikericciuti5996]

Great review Shane-I just ordered one of these today! Thanks

[@jmo1366]

These guitars are amazing! Just my opinion, try to find the one w the matching 490 pickup set, like he has here, vs the 490/498 combo that they do w these at times.. The dual 490s make it a much sweeter LP.. Mine stays in tune great.

[@jph6272]

Shane, I was hoping you would play/review this at some point , got this tobacco/burbon finish last year phenomenal piece ( after stalking a gibson lp standard for years) very organic gibson without the fancy binding/finish. The gear stays in tune!

[@SirRoger_007]

The 490R should be in the neck and 490T in the bridge. I have one in the Honey Burst. It's awesome for the price.

[@danabnormal5892]

A real Gibson Les Paul for around a grand here in Ireland. Now that’s a bargain!

[@hutchfromba]

Same humbuckers B.B. King used on his no f-hole semi-hollow 335. Awesome sound. I ❤ the playing Shane. Blues On....💙

[@craigf.5855]

Firstly, I will say that I am a recreational player, I have a group that I jam with, however, yet to be decided if we will ever do gigs. I am looking at purchasing a new LP, yet I am undecided. My budget lies somewhere between a Epiohone LP Custom or a Gibson LP Tribute. Musically, I play anything from folk to rock and some punk (still prefer humbuckers over P-90's) I like the idea of the Epi Custom for versatility (coil splitting, etc). Although I also lean towards a Gibson for the quality and longevity, both of the woods used and the electonics. Anybody care to weigh in with experience or thoughts? Much appreciated 🙏

[@joepizzuto5614]

buy the gibson. you will not use the coil split much at all. plus, buy once, cry once.

[@andreasvangreunen]

These guitars are an open secret and fantastic value. I have a Les Paul Tribute and a Les Paul Standard the the Tribute is every bit as good an instrument as the Standard. Yes, the Standard looks nicer, feels nicer, even smells nicer; however there is nothing the Standard can do that the Tribute can't. It always cracks me up when people say that Gibsons are 'too expensive' when they offer this stripped down US made version of the Les Paul at a very fair price point. BTW if the matte finish bothers anyone, it can be polished to a gloss (search KZbin for demos on how to do this).

[@rickhill6277]

Great Demo Shane! I have that same Guitar in Honeyburst from 2011 but it has a Slim Taper Neck. It came with P-90s but they really Buzzed Bad so I replaced them with Gibson Mini Humbuckers and it really screams now with no Hum! Please keep up the Good Work! Cheers from Salem, Ohio US!

[@fretboardapparel964]

Amazing video. I was thinking about getting one of these and you have made up my mind for me. Thank you !!!!!!!

[@moetrauma]

That guitar looks and sounds great! I’d love to see it in a shootout with the Epiphone 59 Standard Les Paul.

[@ethansteingruby9485]

Same! I feel like you’d be getting ALOT more Les Paul for the money if you went epiphone tho.

[@ethansteingruby9485]

@Nilly Sigger true. Which one do you end up picking up more?

[@Havanacuba1985]

@@ethansteingruby9485 I bought the tribute in cherry burst in 2017 I already had an epiphone 96 Les Paul standard and a 2016 epiphone Les Paul custom pro, had it set up by the top Luther in my town and also got him to do some faux binding on it. Sold it after a few months though it never felt as good as the epiphone’s to play even after a proper setup to my usual spec which is quite a low action . Epiphone make some great Les Paul’s , Ow it’s 2021 I’m currently saving for a Les Paul Classic

[@ethansteingruby9485]

@@Havanacuba1985 an epiphone les Paul classic or a Gibson?

[@TheEddiez06]

YES!

[@MrFirerobb]

Just picked up the 2021 LP tribute in honey burst...love it

[@Mandobird1]

Love the unbound finish of that maple neck.

[@PAHVID]

Would love to see a comparison between one of these tributes and the Epi inspired by Gibson Les Paul

[@Havanacuba1985]

The epiphone’s are always really nice got a 96 standard and had a 2016 custom pro , had a 2017 tribute but it was not so appealing to play as the epiphone’s which feel so good

[@yestoES355]

My first LP and Gibson was a 2018 tribute and it was amazing. Switched over to a Les Paul custom since then. The Tributes are damn great and all Les Paul. They play great and the smooth neck feels so smooth

[@johnkenny4052]

Wow.... greetings from Ireland ☘️great looking and sounding Gtr... thanks for the.demo.....

[@DamianS1893]

I own a 2016 Gibson Goldtop 50's Tribute Les Paul... It's an awesome guitar.

[@magicman12b]

I have a 2018 Tribute Gold Top. It is one of my top guitars, it plays so well I was thinking of buying a second one when they were still under $1,000. Still think about buying a second one but not sure about the maple neck.

[@nikosibarramante2677]

I know you were playing some bluesy/rock stuff, but they were chillout music as well. I can listen to you play all day, especially by the beach or some body of water. Just great music! Anyways, your review makes me wanna get one of these Tributes.

[@milotin2755]

Awesome video as always Shane, I just picked up the satin iced tea tribute from SKY Music. Wouldn't have known about them if not for you and I used to work 10 minutes away from the store 😂

[@rikiandov17]

I want one of the tributes!

[@mrmr314]

Ah an Aussie boy. Where are you? Love the multi-playing at the start. What we need it it through a 100w Marshall with a wah-wah (CryBaby etc).

[@yckjoejoe]

You’re a really nice and professional guitarist!!👍🏻

[@matt926uk1]

You always get great tones man! I went to buy one of these but ended up walking away with an sg tribute instead because the sg felt and sounded a little nicer. I wonder sometimes if I made the right choice but I do love my sg. I got an epiphone les paul studio recently to satisfy my need for a les paul and it's a nice guitar too. One day I'll get a proper U.S.A. Gibson Les Paul though.

[@updem]

Epi has really stepped up their game too. The standard 50's and 60's are great, and the 59' LP is amazing with all the USA parts and wiring. I was going to get either the standard 60's or the 59' but I ended up going with the tribute to actually be able to own a proper USA Gibson, though I think I'm going to get the epi firebird

[@cajunqueen5125]

very very helpful, and great review. thanks for doing this

[@kmdracer]

One thing, the necks on the new ones (since 2019) are maple, at least as per Gibson). That said, I wish bourbon/tobacco burst had been available in 18 when I bought mine. I went in to buy the goldtop, but the honeyburst just felt better. It was also a floor model,, so a couple nicks and scratches.. i paid $800usd tax included. Iirc, 2018 was the only year with no weight relief. It also had 490/498 pickups. I didnt care for the 498, so I swapped both pups to Burstbucker 1 (nickle neck, double black bridge) I also threw in a Creamtone 57-59 drifted harness. Now other than the color, its a perfect Les paul for me. I still kinda want a new 50's standard, but doubtfull I'll buy one. Just can't see paying 3 times more for what amounts to binding.

[@zd351]

Bourbon burst, Tobacco burst.... it's all drinking and smoking with these guys.

[@DMSProduktions]

Yup! Rock AND roll mate!

[@dalestarick]

They need to make a bourbacco burst

[@brucemerryman7365]

Tobacco is my favorite vegetable so I purchased one of these.😎

[@DMSProduktions]

@@brucemerryman7365 Tomaccoooo!

[@usmcchrisg]

🤘

[@Up--North]

Hi Shane, the 490R is in the neck and the 490T is on the bridge side (you have it in reverse with your commentary).

[@lericherj]

I just picked up this exact model left handed and all and I absolutely love it. You have captured the tone of this guitar perfectly. Any chance of a review on the gibson les paul modern? Great video love the channel.

[@geneahart5607]

Gibson ( geebsen ) continues to slay the competition!

[@jessekrueger9795]

I had the 2017 goldtop, awesome guitars for the money!

[@tns4421]

You made our day and you make your video so hard.....get that thing into the marshall on your back and just get it done....easy!!! Thank you so much for the ride!!

[@jasonprice9823]

This is completely a personal preference but I prefer a LP with the binding. Its why I've never been a fan of the look of LP Studios.

[@BedeLaplume]

Honestly it sounds as good as anything I've heard from Gibson guitars 2 to 3 times the price point.. It's a professional rocking axe..

[@jazzydog]

Looks nice without binding & beautiful satin color. Great demo & sounds good. Cheers.

[@Setright230]

Another great review I was lucky enough to score a Epiphone 59 with pretty much all the Gibson parts and same burst as that. Great sound out of the Blues deluxe tweed (one day it’s a must) that single tube driver I didn’t catch who makes it. Like to look one up. Thanks for the vid. Stay strong and well. Cheers Matt 👍😎🇦🇺 go out there and support the best and most honest and Australian guitar show on utube, grab a hoodie as we head for the cooler months ahead!!

[@felixfranzen7318]

This a great guitar and the best value for money in the Gibson lineup (apart from the LP Special). The pickups, the 490's, is actually the best ones Gibson makes. I've got a LP Standard from 1995 which has the same pups (perhaps a 498 in the bridge) and I like those better than all the Burst Buckers, Classic 57's and even SD Antiquities. There's a reason Gibson upgraded to those in the 80's from the actual vintage pickups. Vintage doesn't equal better. Also, the maple neck on this is another pro. More durable than mahogany and it doesn't make any difference soundwise. I would actually prefer if the neck were a multipiece, that would make it even more dureable. Is it? Does anyone know?