Gibson Rick Beato Les Paul Special FULL REVIEW

[@MaTTheWish]

The beato guitar is especially good for playing a diminished sus4 chord over a minor suspended triad, within the Lydian mode.

[@TheGreatGadfly]

That chord is a Little Stinker for sure…

[@paradiswest4395]

I was thinking the EXACT same thing!

[@rickclark4714]

That four fret pinkie stretch is a killer.

[@dawnjones8476]

Goat comment

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

The king of pretentious guitar lingo

[@DrJeebles]

Great job, as always guys. I don't remember exactly when Rick first announced this, but it seems like sometime around the beginning of the year and I've wanted one ever since. I'm glad you guys were able to play and review it. I heard it sold out halfway through the day yesterday.

[@garretazonsa]

You're the first to review this thorough and upclose! That's a nice looking Special!

[@Kdschaak]

Tell me again how a coat of finish improves the resonance?

[@tojge]

Man, it must've been months since I've discovered the channel and subscribed, honestly have no idea how you're not up to 50k by this point (don't care about the giveaway, being overseas I'm probably not eligible anyways), it's just good content I enjoy watching on a regular basis :)

[@PaulCooksStuff]

Some overseas are eligible - iirc I think they did it by KZbin viewership, their top 6 overseas countries.

[@johnny.musician]

I truly do like this instrument for the music I play. This and a Les Paul would take me all the way. Good review, guys.

[@benlogan430]

This reminds me of the DC tribute with the P-90 and satin finish. GC had em for $549 in 2019 I believe. Although they had a wrap bridge. Probably closer to a TV special I suppose?

[@lrvogt1257]

Looks nice. I like most of what's there. I've never liked the weird flared angles on the pickguard but other than that... and that it's about twice the price it should be. I like it.

[@AgentKSaysHi]

Woow. I love that color.

[@ernieb3626]

I have been waiting for quite a while for this model. I have been wanting a P-90 gibson and this is it! Thanks for the video, I just came across channel and yes I did subscribe. thanks again

[@WilliamHaisch]

The neck pickup is so full and clear but that middle setting is so juicy!

[@Turboy65]

The Beato model is a great guitar concept. I'm sure it will sell well. My only complaint is that I'd prefer it in a full gloss finish. But I could apply that if I really wanted to.

[@MrDream-zm1pw]

You shouldnt have to for 2k tho

[@leroyphilou6464]

Finish is Pelham Blue, this DC need an ABR-1 bridge conversion with Faber studs adapters.

[@stonebrakerstudio8238]

This guitar has a special neck compared to other guitars from Gibson in this price range

[@AndyDion]

Awesome Demo boys!

[@Tensen01]

Don't care about Rick in the slightest, I'm just happy we're getting a proper production LPS in an awesome color. The first Gibson I have genuinely desired in a very long time.

[@thefilthygringo9228]

I with you on that one. I mean I don’t want to disrespect him, but who really cares about him???. I want to see that with humbuckers. Maybe one at the bridge.

[@thefilthygringo9228]

It’s like 1,900 dollars to. Not that bad. I would be all over it even though it has p90’s for like 1,400

[@TheGreatGadfly]

@@thefilthygringo9228 if they fixed the weak neck joint situation then cool. If not, then Rick missed out on a great opportunity.

[@thefilthygringo9228]

@@TheGreatGadfly I would hope he did but you never know how much say he had in the build. Personally I think that they just said here’s a guitar we’re gonna put your name on it and maybe gave him a color option

[@SteveResor]

Really like that shade of Blue and it sounds really Good too !

[@scottdeakes8494]

I want this guitar so bad. Never considered buying a signature guitar before, but I want this.

[@OfficialKevinFox]

Subscribed! 🤘🏻 loved your channel ever since you guys did the Gibson Factory tour . That RB special is a really nice guitar and looks like it’s very comfortable 🤘🏻

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

The set up on that looks fantastic! I ended up purchasing a very similar 2015 LP DC burst for about half the price with a gloss finish. I guess since mine lacks the signature though.....

[@AuntAlnico4]

"I guess since mine lacks the signature though..." Though what !?? Are you having buyers remorse ? Best to just get what you want once, is cheaper that way.

[@andrewelwell1998]

Subscribed! What a nice surprise and that green is out of this world!

[@jeremywills9303]

I have the 2004 double cut in TV Yellow. I believe Rick has that same guitar and what inspired him to do this one in the TV blue mist color. I don't need another double cut but damn that color is awesome. For those that nab these they are gonna love em.

[@eddyleger7662]

Hi, congrats Rick.......you deserve every bit of it. Im a retired Steeplejack (broken neck, on the job).......if i could afford buy any guitar, it would be it.........being disabled now, i can never afford any new or used guitar ever now, breaks my heart, watch your stream but i cant afford to join. You deserve the best, i'm super happy for you. be well

[@1969MARKETING]

One thing you should never do is lay the guitar down where the neck is supporting all the weight. You'll get finish cracks around the neck joint. Make sure you put something under the neck joint to fully support the weight.

[@amslu]

How does it compare to Gibson 2015 double cut special? Seems like a much better deal

[@ftfkenny]

Great video as always guys!

[@ThePequenocristo]

Looks gorgeous. Sounds nice, too. Why is the pickup toggle in such a bad place, though?

[@jeffmckinnon5842]

Reminds me of my Melody Maker but with neck binding.

[@jeremyjames8678]

I guess these sold out fast? No longer available on Sweetwater?

[@idontnoah166]

I really like it except for the satin finish. It always seems like they didn't finish painting the guitar but I know a lot of people prefer it that way.

[@darthsensei3838]

I bought one and am waiting for it. I have to say it’s the first time in a long time I’ve been excited by a Gibson.

[@playmoreguitar5393]

You could get a LP Special a year ago for half that. LOL. dont know if a 'thinner' one is worth 2x as much. Hey as long as you enjoy it, do that. But I think everyone is getting a sucker punch here. (unless Gibson is giving $1000 of your hard earned money to the charity, that's the ONLY thing that can justify the price) Gibson got you all again.

[@darthsensei3838]

@@playmoreguitar5393 a new les paul special is 1799.99 bro. Yea it was little more expensive but not the way everyone is blowing it out of proportion. Also the guitar is not like a normal special (I have one) and it’s very different. Now it’s worth more than I paid for it so I think it was worth it 🤷‍♂️

[@dantepalomba7356]

Do you like the guitar? What are you thoughts? I’m considering buying one

[@darthsensei3838]

@@dantepalomba7356 it’s a fantastic guitar. I wouldn’t over pay for one though, unless you are married to the color. I use this guitar for gigging and slide stuff.

[@paulfreid3533]

Just bought the red one

[@billdehey1300]

This is goingng to be a popular guitar. I spoke with my rep at Sweetwater and they've already oversold what they're getting in. Do you know if this is a limited run or will it be USA production? Thanks

[@zoeherriot]

Limited run of 500 world wide.

[@Dr_Reason]

I am holding out for the Beato Signature Macintosh......

[@peterlostig]

Great Rreviews, really appreciate your channel

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

Thanks we appreciate that!

[@mp-kq3vc]

That guitar sounds amazing.

[@mikaelflodstrom6370]

Play it again, Rick

[@xBlitzerx]

Why would they limit it to only 500? They should make the DC Special a main stay. Especially with the bound neck.

[@stuartmiller7419]

It certainly feels like the price of this one reflects the fact that the consumer is making an additional, direct charity donation of over a third of the RRP of the guitar. That makes for a limited choice for the consumer. Not sure a specific shade of blue and the 'sig of Rick' justifies this as a sensible choice for most. I'm sure that they will sell out though, given his kudos.

[@Paul_Lenard_Ewing]

I have a 2006 that in 2006 I had a Duncan Pearly gates put at the bridge. I like that when I set up my Plexi for a killer fat sound for the HB I get a mud free sound with the P90 that I wouldn't get with a HB there. I wouldn't want a thinner body. I have an SG Std for that. I also prefer TV yellow for the color. I paid $1100,00 USD new.

[@PauloNeyLeite]

Could you comment on resonance? I mean, the thinner body and satin finish, does it make a difference, is it a more resonant piece than a standard body one?

[@jammergreg]

I’ll take it!

[@crsstephen72]

Great channel

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

Thanks for watching!

[@jarhead3038]

True Specials don't have a bridge, they have a wrap around stop bar.

[@thecompleteetcthecompleteetc]

What makes this guitar great? The price!😀

[@chrisruef9221]

It's a perfect punk rock guitar

[@andydaniels3932]

One thing you did not take notice of is that you've got binding on the neck. That's a premium spec.

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

That is a premium spec, you are correct and thanks for watching!

[@sk1968dart]

Does the neck dive like my SG?

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

no neck dive on this one! Very well balanced. I was told the SG has neck dive because it was originally designed to have the heavy vibrola tail piece which balanced it

[@WitchyWagonReal]

Being an SG player for several decades... I feel like one can incorporate the neck dive into one's playing with some practice... using it to a positional advantage. For instance, when playing rock that requires hybrid rhythm/lead, one can play riffs up top low, then let the dive shift the high register of the neck to a more parallel position to shoot off lead licks... and then swing it back up again. I dunno if this makes sense... and it might not be suitable for all styles. But with the Rock and hard rock... I have now thought of that neck dive as something I couldn't live without. 🤔 Experiment! Cheers

[@kieransparks1236]

I have always wanted a Gibson Les Paul DC, but they are way out of my budget. Maybe one day i will own one.

[@Pooch1069]

Hey, at least it's still made in the U.S.A.

[@chrissullivan40]

What type of tuners?

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

Gibson Deluxe double line Kluson style

[@stilljustaguy]

I doubt the finish actually changes the sound 😉

[@thierryvidal63]

Nobody wants a froggy flashy Kermit style green guitar, even if it's a give away Les Paul. That said, this guitar is beautiful. Junior/special/marauder. Light, fat sound, precise fretboard. Easy to play, easy access neck, the girlfriend you've always wanted. Rock. I have a Les Paul heritage from the 80S and this has the same kind of sound, fat and precise. But the Les Paul weighs a ton. This really is a beautiful instrument.

[@richardclark.]

You are kidding right? That les paul is a beautiful instrument in many ways.

[@serhat.sevinc]

Please add a kilograms weight when you measure the weight.

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

Good suggestion thanks for watching!

[@WitchyWagonReal]

lolwut ... kilograms are for cocaine 🤣

[@antoonhermans8953]

the only gibson i will ever buy are the tribute ones , you can still buy them 2e hand for under 1000 euro ( wich is my bottom line price point for any guitar or amp ) and they play and sound just as great as all the more expensive gibsons .

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

Tributes are fantastic guitars, such great guitars for the money and yes you can do even better used. P90 LP Tribute is one of my favorites

[@antoonhermans8953]

@@PlayandTradeGuitars hello , well that´s the guitar i have : ) i am a big P90 pu fan anyways .

[@sredojesredic9907]

I'd love if they would put in a humbucker in the bridge position. Not that I would have money to buy it, for sure, I'd just like to see it. 🤣🤣

[@isaiahcalderon3388]

Ya me suscribí gracias amigo

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

“Proceeds”

[@TheGreatGadfly]

Did you know Rick is a producer? No worry, he’ll remind you.

[@richardclark.]

Considering it has to do a lot with the content of his channel it makes a bit of sense that you hear about it. I am guessing most people you know are aware of what you do for a living. It's just not interesting enough for you to make great living discussing it in a public forum. Jealous much?

[@Turboy65]

Satin or gloss has NO bearing on the resonance of the guitar. Wood filler MIGHT. I'd know, I've been building guitars for 35 years.

[@nyacoustics8373]

Who the hell would buy a Rick beato guitar. Unreal.

[@andydaniels3932]

Get rid of truss rod cover, good to go. Seriously .

[@HenritheHorse]

Why not?

[@Davo198]

They all sold out so obviously a lot of people bro

[@DiegoApunto]

The future is green or it won’t be!

[@DS-nw4eq]

It’s sold out. It was sold out when this video was posted

[@martinthomas2520]

Bocchi

[@anthonythornhill8715]

I know the $ goes to charity, but it’s expensive!

[@clintonblake1436]

The tuners…?

[@PlayandTradeGuitars]

Gibson deluxe vintage Kluson double line style, very cool touch

[@furbymetal83]

Lol @ that little 0 3 5 feint

[@thecompleteetcthecompleteetc]

I think having a Rick Beato signature guitar thing is strange. Signature guitars were released to honour exceptional guitarists who brought something new to the art. Whilst I'm happy to admit that Beato is a fine musician and a very sound teacher/professor, he is no guitar hero. Yes, he is a extraordinarily good KZbinr but this smacks of a Gibson money grab. Luckily you can replace the truss rod cover.and hold on to it for resale.

[@Patbwoy]

Seems like all these RB signatures ended up with youtubers. They all apparently feel the need to review this guitar, as they hope for plenty views and clicks. That's what it's all about: milk the hot shit as long as it's hot, who cares if there are hundreds of similar reviews by other youtubers, who all thought he same way... Hey, how much do you guys get from Gibson for advertising their stuff?

[@loomis8845]

Way way overpriced. Sure it's nice that it's going towards a charity. But $2k hell no, thing shouldn't be over $1600 tops.

[@mr.astrophysics9115]

Who's Rick? I'll pass on Gibson

[@tt55k]

Rick Beato , check out his KZbin channel

[@efx245precor3]

Pour some dirt on that amp.

[@nathanbouton6700]

The worst possible quality control. No. I'll stick with PRS.

[@playmoreguitar5393]

for $2000? nah, the LP Special a year ago was $800 or something? You cant make it thinner, throw RBs name on it, and claim to change the world. Unless that donation is $1000 plus. I aint buying Gibson BS still.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

If it wasn’t in that lame ass blue that everyone seems to love for some reason, I’d buy one…especially in black or white

[@HenritheHorse]

Can't get more generic and lame than black or white.

[@johnsmith-ug5tp]

Guitar is worth $500 with case. Gibson double cut was 49 bucks in 1959 and that is 500 bucks in 2022.

[@richardclark.]

Okay. Lol.

[@johnsmith-ug5tp]

@@richardclark. $2000. for a bare bones, base model, student guitar? Now that is LOL.

[@richardclark.]

@@johnsmith-ug5tp I don't have time to give you my 17 credit hours of economics but you are missing some things here. Inflation is compounded. Just because the average rate is about 3.5 percent a year doesn't mean that will give you a total. You have to add the first years increase. Then the next has a larger total to add to. You also have to add incremental increases for supply chain, logistics, labor, overhead and a million other things. Most of these have increased much faster than inflation. You simply don't know what you are taking about. You obviously have a need to be right or you just want to complain about something. Maybe you want to prove your point with made up facts. Go ahead and foo yourself. I'm good. You aren't fooling many people here and you aren't going to change reality.

[@johnsmith-ug5tp]

@@richardclark. Save the condescending dribble. I don't need a lesson in basic economics. I know the cost of producing a guitar from beginning to end and everything in between. I wanted to get a rise out of all you beato heads. Tweak, tweak. All said and done, it's an $800 guitar with a $150 dollar case. As a consumer, I refuse to pay anymore because of democrat policies that have tanked the whole of our economy in less than 2 yrs. I am so sick of hearing the fall back and tired, "supply chain issues" Who caused those supply chain issues? Did the tooth fairy lockdown the economy for a glorified flu and shutdown/turn off our domestic energy supply on 1.20.21 with an executive order and regulate and crush all aspects of our economy? We all know who is responsible for the worst economy and inflation since Carter.

[@sv1201]

Except they didn't make a double cut in 1959, and a single cut special was $222 with the case back then. In today's money it's $2,142.

[@joshgray3581]

My baja telecaster sounds way better

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

My rev Star with p90s blows this away…500$ too much

[@doctoribanez]

I didn't even know guy played guitar lol. I thought he just made KZbin videos complaining about copyrights 😂. Guess I need to get out more

[@HenritheHorse]

He is a great guitarist. You should check out his videos.

[@markpell8979]

If I start out with $2K I can buy an Epiphone P90 Les Paul Special and still pay all my bills for the month. Sorry, I guess I'm cheap that way. Nice guitar though.

[@stratmagic6893]

Man does that look cheap. Another money 💰 grab from Gibson to exploit Rick's followers.

[@starchores]

Its going to charity

[@richardclark.]

Yes. I am sure Rick wouldn't mind risking a stellar reputation in the music business to put his name on a crappy guitar for absolutely no reason. Or maybe he wouldn't notice? Lol.

[@stratmagic6893]

@@starchores Rick is donating his portion to charity. Gibson is doing no such thing.

[@starchores]

@@stratmagic6893 Ok, good for them. If Rick’s fans are aware of the price and know that a portion is going to charity, how are they being exploited? What you said is still silly.

[@orionz06]

Literally every sale is a money grab, that’s why they’re in business.

[@richardclark.]

Would you please stop using a 20 volt Makita to work on guitars. You will learn the hard way eventually.

[@Pooch1069]

it's pretty embarrassing to watch.