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Hey guys! Uncle Ben Eller here just got THE HOLY GRAIL... my dream guitar, the Gibson Les Paul Custom!!!! My buddies Josh and Kevin from ‪@sweetwater‬ let me know they had ONE in stock, and it just felt meant to be. This guitar is the ultimate rock machine, and in today's episode of Meet the Machines, you'll see why as i play it through a variety of different amps and styles for you all!
Gibson Les Paul Custom
Are FX III
Mesa Dual Rectifier
Friedman BE-100
Mesa Badlander 100
Boss SD-1
Suhr RL/IR
Logic delay and reverb
Whats YOUR dream guitar? Let me know in the comments!
#gibsonguitars #lespaul #sweetwater

[@BenEller]

Thanks for checking out my new Les Paul Custom!!! What’s YOUR dream guitar?

[@davidpash2169]

An old Jaguar

[@PapaSancho666]

Gibson Explorer custom. I need to stop buying so many other guitars and start saving for it.

[@bradreinhart3183]

Ibanez GB100

[@portugeseking7959]

1979 bc rich mockingbird shorthorn and a 57 les paul custom. These guitars are the only two I dont have that I've always wanted. I have 6 gibson les paul customs.

[@murilocasagrande9495]

The ibanez universe uv7 green dot

[@TheArtofGuitar]

Now that we both have Les Pauls I say we meet on top of some mountain and reenact the Slash soloing scene from November Rain. 🤣

[@BenEller]

Love it!!!

[@MoStBlEsSeD]

That would be epic js

[@davidp7833]

What's that on the headstock of yours Mike? I was telling Ben about it on Insta. I'm learning paradise city and watched your breakdown but I couldn't stop trying to look at the headstock lol

[@trevorwimberly4386]

@@davidp7833 It's called a string butler. Uncle ben use to run one on his other Les Paul but I don't think he does anymore.

[@benburnett8109]

Are you on Coke or Meth? He was in the desert in front of a Church. And you still haven't fixed my credit that you owe me........

[@joelbennett2759]

My son works at the Gibson factory in Nashville, TN. He makes sure any flaws in the finish are eliminated before the guitars get to the final stages. He probably had his hands on your “Black Beauty.” They have really tried hard to turn things around there at Gibson and I think they have. Hope you love yours, as much as I love mine. Rock On!

[@BenEller]

That’s rad!!! Show him the video and tell him I said thanks!

[@dudehuh5491]

kool thank your son for all us gibson owners although mine were made i think before he was born

[@shelbychilingirian1479]

@@BenEllershould I get a les Paul

[@_vixen_4504]

@@shelbychilingirian1479 I would say yes, if you find one you like buy it, they are awesome.

[@shayneswenson]

@@shelbychilingirian1479I just bought a Les Paul Tribute and it’s about 90% as well playing/sounding as my Suhr’s. I wasn’t planning on buying a Gibson but this guitar blew my mind. Huge improvement from when I played them several years ago.

[@adamyo9003]

That opening jam sounded like a vintage Alice in Chains song. I could hear Layne singing along in my head. So rad, dude. And dude, I heard so many of my favourite riffs in this video. Still of the Night, The Thing that Should Not Be, Sad but True, Cloud Connected. Great stuff. Congrats on your bucket list axe. Also I like the Badlander the best. I love that tight, searing gain tone.

[@Cthulhu_Awaken]

Yeah absolute Alice In Chains vibes there!

[@thmp3r]

Thank you for saying it

[@shanewaters7634]

Yup. Absolute hardcore AIC self titled album vibes.

[@cstones86]

@@Cthulhu_Awaken vintage ? I feel old haha

[@evgenymandrik5764]

AiC vibes +1

[@andyroid5028]

*Looks and sounds SSSSSUUUWEEET!!!* _Congratulations Uncle Ben. You damn well deserve it, brother!_

[@mule71]

Congrats. The Les Paul Custom - classy, but can totally tear your head off. 🤘

[@ralvknights]

THe LP CUstom ages with grace. I love mine even more after 20yrs.

[@positivelydark]

A month ago I bought my dream guitar, a Les Paul custom shop Black Beauty. It is the most inspirational guitar I have ever owned and a riff creation monster!

[@tonyjf64]

Congrats on scoring that beautiful guitar, Uncle Ben. That is the exact guitar I've had - and loved - for decades. And now to really date myself: my black Gibson LP Custom with gold hardware purchased brand new, way, way back in the day cost a grand total of $600. Oh, how times have changed!

[@JimSlimjimCassi]

Not really, $600 in the late 60's or 70's would be about $5k today. I remember my parents bought a brand new car in 1969 for $2500.

[@tonymark2709]

I had one in the late 80s. Got a job and saved up and got a black mid 80s Les Paul Custom and I was so stoked with it. I lost it in a fire (bushfires went through the area we lived in 1991). It's still the best guitar I ever owned.

[@MoOvertones]

Congrats Ben! Man this brings back some memories! In 1992 , I was 18 working a fast food job and never thought in my wildest dreams that I would own a Les Paul custom, but I was able to work out a deal with my local music store for a White 1990 model and I’ve still have it to this day! So I completely understand your excitement! Awesome guitar!

[@yvesacj]

congratulaions man, you deserve it

[@lonesoul14281]

You look so happy!! Great job dude, keep rockin 🤘🏻

[@acousticmonkey2209]

Wow. Considering your shred machines I did not expect that to be your dream guitar. Beautiful though 🙂

[@davidp7833]

Hed prolly still pick the black suhr over it tho, i could be wrong

[@petas874]

I was thinking the same. I've never really liked the Les Paul-feel, but I've only ever played an Epiphone. I prefer shred machines with thinner necks and lighter bodies. Ben, what is it that you "realized" that made Les Paul the shizzzniz?

[@playauthentic1082]

It's everyones bucket list guitar go on (not me)

[@Sam-jv5kb]

Good for you Ben! Awesome guitar!

[@SkeeterMcBeater]

Dude, I've always said, you can't go wrong with an American guitar & British amp. Match made in heaven.

[@stevecaststringtheory8691]

Congrats man, looks and sounds great!

[@kirkclement1583]

That is one, beautiful guitar, Ben . . . Congratulations!!

[@latergarside-244]

My dream guitar too! Well one of them. Congrats

[@ezraterry4219]

I think your KZbin videos are the single best for guitar on the internet. You’ve helped me learn new things more than any other channel or book. If anybody deserves their dream guitar it’s you, Thank you

[@smith981]

Pretty sure the 490 and 498 are the same pickups on my '98 LP Studio. I've had it for 15 years and it is still the best sounding axe I own.

[@benallmark9671]

Yes they are the same pickups

[@bestboy897]

congrats on the new guitars looks and sounds fantastic

[@tedfitzgerald3153]

That's beautiful! Gratz!

[@chain872005]

It's beautiful. Congrats, Uncle Ben!

[@ThePerfectLizrd]

Hell yeah man, I just got my alpine white Gibson Les Paul Custom about 3 months ago and I love it, it was my dream guitar too lol. Always happy to see people get the guitar they've always wanted

[@dannyspitzer1267]

Congrats Uncle Ben! It's very cool in black. Intro tune sounds like Alice in Chains

[@BenEller]

I’ll gladly accept that comparison!

[@dannyspitzer1267]

@@BenEller absolutely 👊

[@LukeBass1000]

I was 100% going through the roll-o-dex of AIC riffs in my head wondering if it was a song I hadn't heard before lol

[@ryanpullin]

Yeah I was getting kinda AIC/Mastodon vibes too. I loved it

[@jaylunaguitar]

It does! Sounds awesome!

[@uncleremus5046]

Congrats & Enjoy beautiful guitar!

[@flavio2989]

Congrats!

[@stricknine8623]

That thing is a tone monster and beautiful. Congratulations on your new Les Paul Custom.

[@kingbrutusxxvi]

John Sykes and Uncle Ben can't be wrong. Literally. They can't be wrong. It's a fact.

[@iloveitall]

I feel happy for you Ben, cause I know how gladful it is for a player to have ended his quest and be "there"! As a believer in massive, non-chambered wood, I can fully understand your excitement. There is no thicker, more fullfilling tone as from a massive mahogany body, warm and overwhelming. Unrivaled! My very best congratulations!

[@nicklouiz4838]

That In Flames riff was sick AF!🤘

[@nickgiles8293]

Got a Black LPC myself, except with nickel hardware and pickups. I love the contrast on the black finish with "silver" hardware. Nothing beats an LPC imo

[@austinmidwest7062]

congrats on your new guit-fiddle. hope you enjoy it

[@jb4626]

There you go, Uncle Ben!! So cool! It’s strange. I also have a dream guitar that I can get but still haven’t over the years. It’s a Gibson as well and I had the same worries you did but now I think this should be the year. Happy for you, kind sir! You’ve more than earned this so I’m glad you treated yourself to such a beauty!

[@guitarist6494]

I love the new intro music

[@brianbergmusic5288]

The aesthetic of this instrument that can either fit in with the tuxedo-jazz-cat crowd, or dominate metal like a cold & professional hit- man. The name on the headstock may polarize the opinions of some, but I cannot deny that the design has a mojo that has worked enough to create big hits by artists who definitely know what they are doing. This elusive mojo may very well be much more important than affordable perfection because we need guitarists to be songwriters again. When a guitar inspires you to write real music, go for it! Awesome riff, and a very hearty congratulations!

[@Cthulhu_Awaken]

I agree 100% with you.

[@savagewakolee2116]

It's super clean Ben!!

[@bp7152]

Happy for you Uncle Ben! Great sounding tune as well.

[@brianborn2698]

I liked the Friedman best. But that Badlander was sick too.

[@CyberScorps]

That riff and lead melody tho dude. Top notch 🙂🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@revsharp777]

Indeed. Feel like it's dripping in Cantrell ooze. ❤

[@theanalogkid4171]

Been waiting for this video, congratulations!

[@karkarey]

Congratulations, looks and sounds fantastic

[@billyhughes9776]

AIC-style intro complete with 7/8 time. Beautiful Black Beauty Ben -- congrats! As far as combo of LP and amps used -- for straight up ball crushing tone the Rectifier is tops for me, but the BE100 sounds amazing and I love that tone. Gotta have both! My first time hearing the Badlander -- it definitely sounds good but, I don't know,...I like the authenticity of the other two. You're riffing soloing madness sounded equally good on it though.

[@artromo4980]

Always wanted one of these in white..that faded white. I grew up a Randy Rhoads fan.

[@gidge34]

Congrats 🤙

[@johngregory7329]

Congratulations Uncle Ben on your new addition to the Eller family. I know it always feels like a Ten day when you get one of your dream axe's that you have always wanted. I have thirty Bass's that I have always dreamed of owning. Stay safe and well and keep Rocking. Signed John Gregory Zepbass from Munster Indiana.

[@mikeflanders1292]

I'm a metal guy, and love the badlander. But... with your amazing playing, that Friedman sounded so F'ing good with that thing. Damn

[@nisoldi]

Def Alice in Chains vibe in that opening riff. Sounds like some of the more modern infused Alice too. Sick stuff.

[@ghostmacgee1654]

Congrats Ben! Rock well

[@dw3463]

Absolute perfection, congrats!

[@saschabejach8780]

Congratulations, the customers my favorite guitar. I can’t afford a Gibson but a FGN was in the budget. All in black with silver hardware and, loaded with Seymour Duncan, whole Lotta, it’s an amazing instrument.

[@BenEller]

Killer!!!

[@toddhahn3690]

Those FGN guitars look awesome. Plus Fujigen stuff is usually flawless.

[@andybird2978]

The LP Custom and the BE100 sounds the best to me. Absolutely killer 🤘

[@seancarson6481]

Congratulations!, now I want one.

[@playswithpixels]

Congratulations! It's been MY dream guitar ever since my dad taught me to play on his. I finally bought one a year ago and I couldn't be happier with it.

[@brownsfanlarry1340]

John Sykes would be proud! Great tone !

[@NelderGuitar]

The 498 in the bridge measures about 14.5k and has an A5 magnet, the 490 in the neck is an A2, and should be about 7.5-8k. My custom is definitely my number 1. Such amazing fiddles.

[@BenEller]

Ah, thank you!

[@denniswalsh8476]

Yeah... loose, they are $130-$140 each. High end for the humbuckers out there

[@carmineredd1198]

@@denniswalsh8476 duncans or dimarzios are under a hundred bucks each

[@benallmark9671]

@@carmineredd1198for a reason

[@Guireles2007]

Congrats uncle Ben!!! What a jewel, also nice AIC tribute

[@OdinAllFather77]

Congrats!!!!! Spectacular guitar. Abrazo Mexicano!!! 🤘🏻🇲🇽🤘🏻🇲🇽🤘🏻🇲🇽🤘🏻

[@InsolentMusicalPeasant]

What a beautiful guitar, and what amazing hands its in. As great as the BE-100 sounds, I've gotta give it to the Mesa Boogie.

[@BenEller]

Which one?! The Recto or the Badlander?

[@JonManProductions]

Hell Yeah Brother! There is nothing like a good ol Proper Les Paul Custom. And it's bought from a great retailer like Sweetwater, then QC and setup will never be an issue, no matter what a certain angry Canadian man ranting on brands may say.

[@ajboyd9389]

You have worked fucking hard for it man. Your channel is one of if not THE best guitar channels on KZbin. Enjoy. Much love from Scotland 🙏

[@KenBrebner]

Beautiful LP! Congrats to you! Totally jealous! And loved hearing Loudness at 14:35!

[@mangoherpson]

I like things that like things that are nice.

[@lukereeves1501]

Sounds killer! Some serious Alice in Chains/Jerry Cantrell vibes on your opening riff 👌🏻

[@KrispyCoins]

Wow great sound!!!

[@clemclemson9259]

Ben that was wonderful - those dirty tones are some of my favorite ever. you are a good man

[@bobjoe7508]

Uncle Ben, you are now legally required to play John Sykes riffs on that guitar

[@ElvisPereira-ex9dy]

The Badlander sounded best to me 💯💯🔥

[@guitargeek9921]

Beautiful and great sounding guitar !!! Congratulations !!!! Enjoy it .

[@jasonwojcik]

It's my rich Uncle Ben!!!! I've never been a fan of Les Pauls and I am now drooling! Glad you were able to get a bucket list guitar, it is a great feeling. Great showcase of tones through different amps.

[@bmark7951]

Sick bro .. I just ordered a Murphy lab silverburst lightly aged.. should arrive in a few days.. I’m happy for u that’s a gorgeous peace of art you got

[@BenEller]

Oooooh tag me on Instagram if you put pics up!

[@weavercattlecompany]

Hello Kitty guitar 😁 I've owned several JEM guitars and once I got into my 40s I just don't care anymore as long as the guitar is setup properly with no fret buzz I'm a happy camper. Have fun with your new toy 😊

[@musicman9418]

You have absolutely earned the rights to that honor, without question! Congratulations!! I have learned so much from you; much appreciation, and thanks!

[@BiginBelgium]

Ben, you can see the joy in your face when you were playing the new axe. SOUNDS AMAZEBALLS!!

[@tmitz73]

That sounds awesome Ben!!

[@DogsofDoom]

The world needs more music like that opening jam. Damn! Thank you.

[@bestboy897]

The tones at the end were amazing sheeesh and the cute doggo near the end of the vid awww

[@jeremynewton995]

Congrat's on the beautiful new guitar. I picked up a sunburst custom a few years ago. One of my best purchases

[@Ziplomatic007]

Badlander in drop C gave me chills... Awesome to watch you just having fun with no agenda. Move vids like this!

[@hollywoodck22]

Congrats bro! I got a 2020, best money ever spent! You got a great channel, best of luck. Rock on!!

[@dangolguitartech]

The most rock ‘n’ roll guitar of them all! Couldn’t have said it any better myself… I own three and would have more if I could. Congratulations on your acquisition and welcome to the club!

[@InternetTRex]

Watching this with my own '68 Reissue LP Custom on my lap, welcome to the family shredfather

[@matt6707]

BRO!! I love it! I had one back in the 90's looked just like yours. Made a stupid mistake and got rid of it. I miss it... congrats. KEEP IT!

[@NathanPitts]

Sounds amazing. You sure seem like a happy camper. Congrats!

[@SandroFerrero-ot2lj]

This has everything ! It’s a perfect sound guitar!!!

[@ct90twa]

Congrats on the LP Custom. Love the tone you were getting with the Friedman. I need one of those in my life.

[@Jstall7543]

Looks Beautiful!

[@Justice_Hammer]

Congrats Uncle Ben!🤘🏼

[@artotian]

Congrats on the guitar! she is beautiful. well deserved. I can see your eyes light up when you're playing this beauty. I can relate les paul customs are something special.

[@AljonGo]

Sounds killer Ben! Great stuff as always!!!

[@Jbolt5150]

Congratulations on your new ax Ben! I’ve had that get the same guitar now for 14 years and love mine!

[@leslieperry3001]

Sounds great !

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

Sounds darn good, Ben.

[@spill1t]

yup. jealous me over n over again. Sounds fantastic! Congrats on that axe!

[@tjtowberman65]

nice jam,,, sounds fantastic !!!

[@flemminghedemann9672]

Congratulation , what a beauty, i have never had a Gibson Les Paul, i have had many guitars , Even my heros are gary M and Sykes, and offcourse Ben Eller, 🤘🤘 You deserve this guitar, look forward to some more videos with that beauty.

[@michaelduncan2995]

Always fun to watch you play dude! Flawless...

[@manson9083]

I love my Les Paul standard my wife bought for my bday this year. Im so in awe of how it plays and sounds/ looks amazing. Great video congrats bro.

[@Jesse_Johnson]

Watching you play is like watching a more serious Tim Pierce. You make it look so effortless, like you’re planning your next moves before you get there, you look like you’re having so much fun floating about the fretboard. Great content.