Les Paul vs Les Paul vs Les Paul vs Les Paul vs Les Paul vs Les Paul vs Les Paul vs Les Paul...

[@longandmcquade]

Want to hear them back-to-back? kzbin.infooapbBW_p2kI

[@jaymax3201]

This is the most amazing Les Paul video. It's not a comparison, it's a difference.

[@longandmcquade]

Exactly!!

[@sdriza]

​@@longandmcquadeyou guys killed this - best video on LP's there is

[@twelthstring]

Differences found by comparing.

[@brianh9529]

Showing my wife this video to explain why I need one of each! 😎

[@Drainage_Eli]

That is so hilarious. We as married guys just can’t go out and buy toys without asking the person we share a bank account with.

[@RirtyDascal]

Haha Well good luck to you good sir! Hope you got the nod to collect til your hearts content.

[@vincemincevince]

how did it go did you win

[@Fraggr92]

@@vincemincevince Guy hasn't responded in three weeks... is it safe to assume that his wife killed 'im?

[@barrylawrynowicz5629]

😂😂😂good luck hope it worked out

[@ertanayhan]

By far the best Gibson Les Paul lineup comparison I have been watching

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks very much Ertan, mission accomplished!!

[@gianni.chiarello]

give this guy a raise!

[@MeekSith777]

This is the BEST comparison video that I have seen, it gives good user information without over convoluting the details.

[@sarahhothmusic]

So extremely useful… Actually explained the key differences instead of just messing around on each guitar. Thank you so much!

[@shannonhondo260]

This seriously is a godsend for me. I’ve been trying to decide for the past few months which Gibson I wanted to get as I’ve never owned a Gibson but have always wanted one. Thanks a million for your hard work and information you put into this video

[@longandmcquade]

You're very welcome. But you've left us hanging! Which Gibson Les Paul are you leaning towards after watching this video?

[@wildbill2122]

OMG, you needed this video to figure out that you need to get a LES PAUL STANDARD ? AMAZING, the fact that just about every famous Guitar player alive (and DEAD !) has one wasnt a BIG enough CLUE ? even David Gilmour, King of the Stratocaster, plays one !

[@snakeplissken6273]

chill out why do you feel the need to be salty @@wildbill2122

[@Blue_3rd]

Such a helpful comment.

[@liberty4all885]

I’ve owned 3 Gibson guitars. Electric that is lol. 2 studios and a 71 standard. I can tell you that the studios are a fantastic instrument for the money. My 96 studio has a 50s profile neck but my 2018 smokehouse studio has a thinner profile almost like the 71 standard. I swapped out the push-pull pots for traditional pots and a set of Seymour Duncan, Saturday Night Specials in my 2018 studio. It is a fantastic tone. My next purchase will be a Les Paul classic in ebony

[@unstabilizer]

Came here from the strat vs strat video and superb video again! Thanks man!

[@junsulee]

this video helps me understand differences and decide which model to go with. thank you.

[@christopherway5704]

Outstanding! A great overview of LP’s. Thanks for doing this.

[@StealthParrot]

This is a reference video. Truly the best description of all Les Paul models and their differences I've seen. Well done indeed Justin! Thank you.

[@titichartay7216]

Thank you for the comprehensive stroll. Very well presented & informative. Cheers !

[@SHERMINATOR624]

The best Les Paul comparison video out there! I have been watching different videos comparing one model to another but this has been a godsend, Thank you!

[@adamwatson6916]

Page removed his covers intentionally . They did not fall off . Pickup covers don't just fall off . The covers falling off is a myth

[@13druber]

Yep, they are soldered on.

[@ScottJamesHicks]

I’m not really that concerned about whether they fell off but, bad solder can fail and covers can come off. It’s not impossible.

[@steveengleman9257]

Hands down THE best video on the Gibson Les Paul lineup! Thank you! (Speaking of Thin Lizzy, I saw them in Louisville, KY in 1977. I was next to the stage, just a few feet away from them, and was absolutely mesmerized by those two wailing on their Les Pauls! A great concert I'll never forget!)

[@adriancoppin977]

Hey, Phil Lynott was born just up the road from where I live. He ain’t Irish. He’s English and was born in West Bromwich near Birmingham (the real one, not the one in Alabama).

[@johntruman6571]

In the same year I saw them in London (Bad Reputation tour). I don't think I've ever fully recovered!

[@KRAZEEIZATION]

Just grab a Studio, no need for binding or other decorations. Then grab a junior. What else do you need? Great video that makes the LP story very clear.

[@taylor12elementvb]

The Les Paul Jr was the preferred axe of my longtime favorite guitar player, Leslie West of Mountain. Just a real stripped down workhorse of a guitar. Love the p90 sound. Leslie, RIP brother. Thank you for your contribution to the music scene. In my eyes you were a giant of a guitar player.

[@audiobunny1767]

Awesome video! Up until I watched this I thought I had a clue about Les Pauls in general. Very informative and well presented. New subbie! Thanks 🙏

[@longandmcquade]

You probably had a clue, but this video just filled in some of the gaps. Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing!

[@perthmike7]

Great review of the Les Paul range 👍❤️ thanks for taking the time to do this and share it 👍😎🎸

[@AuthenticShaneR]

Great video. I have the exact LP Junior shown and it is awesome. Through a Marshall Stack, sounds sensational and has a lot of attitude.

[@davidtremaine8076]

Thanks for this. Great video with very thorough coverage.

[@kentuckywindage222]

Late to the party but I've been 👁 new guitars and this is a help. I love the body contours and shape of a Strat, 24 ¾ scale and humbucker sound of a Les and twang of a Tele. With that in mind I like the thought of an investment for my son later. Excellent content. Keep'em coming!

[@repomanband]

great video. I found out my assumptions about the different trim levels were wrong.

[@35grandslam]

This explains all the mysteries of the different models. Great video.

[@hkshahidi2794]

Thank you. This was a very well done video. I've been playing for decades but don't have a les paul and admittedly know very little about them. A video like this is wonderful because it gives the details of the history and differences of the models. Thanks!

[@Martin23673]

Your custom shop modell is gorgeous, most beautiful paint job in the selection, thank you for sharing.

[@JustinWaterfield84]

Thanks! Mine is supposed to be Honey Burst (I think), but I’ve never seen another quite like it. I do remember it having more red in the burst when I bought it…maybe it’s aged by now?

[@Martin23673]

@@JustinWaterfield84 Honeyburst is my favourite of the traditional paint options. It gives texture without harsh contrast.. Personally I cannot stop eyeing Anaconda burst with translucent greens, would look great in a metal band IMHO.

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Hey very good video. I love the Long and McQuade stores out here in Vancouver. Great to see that Traynor amp behind you.

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks Joe! 🥰

[@redfrozenseven]

I love my 2022 Classic! Great video!

[@jingjoh5297]

cool, calm and collected. well presented and played.

[@yonniesboy]

Awesome video,I love my Gibson Les Paul Studio Wine Red Color , it was Giving to me ,and I hope to get another Gibson Les Paul when I turn 50 😊

[@anthonydurkac5389]

Very very good presentation for les paul, sg and fender from your other presentations. The best I heard. Good Job

[@Hirtnet]

Best description on Les Paul models I've ever seen. Nice job!

[@baristart123]

This video really explains it. Definitely true about the standard 60s having the thin neck.. it’s very thin compared to the 50s which I found to be almost too bulbous. A very underrated model is the Les Paul Traditional - it’s very close to actual 50s spec and feels like the necks on the custom shop reissues. If you can find a used one from between 2008-2012, snag it!

[@brooksphillips2234]

I own a 50's standard goldtop and it plays as well as the custom shop LP's i have played. It seems like Les Paul guitars are about finding the right one. How its set up matters a lot too!

[@danielcoleman4807]

Yep, the Standards are plenty good for me. The setup makes a big difference, I agree.

[@georgescannelli3814]

Great video. Thank you for doing an amazing job. I miss your location in Parsippany nj. Went there all thru the 80’s

[@therapist6328]

They had Long and McQuade stores in New Jersey!!?

[@botoepfer8588]

JUst picked up my first its a 1999 CLassic, Love it ! great video,, great explanation of features !

[@therapist6328]

Does the '99 classic have coil splitting and phase switching?

[@h3rsh302]

This is a fantastic video and well covered

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks very much! 🥰

[@mortonwilson795]

Just came across this - terrific comparison, thoughtful, considered . . . all that good stuff! I'm familiar with most of these models, I own a '68 Custom & 2009 Special (matte with tailpiece & tune-o-matic) both of which I love but recently came across the Deluxe Re-Issues (2023?) and the Goldtop w Minis jumped out at me - something a bit different. I also liked the Tribute but found the neck a bit fat but I think there's one left (discontinued as most know) and may give it one more shot. Overall a really good overview so many thanks!

[@af5aristoto]

Thanks for the very informative video. I learned more about the Les Paul in a very efficient way. Was never bored watching this

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks so much!

[@urbtful]

Thank you for the detail presentation. Learn a few more things about different lines of the LP.

[@longandmcquade]

Fantastic, you're welcome!

[@RokDAWG1]

Awesome demo! There’s a couple of those models that I need in my life!

[@williamhenderson5915]

Great review champ!! I bought a 1960 left hand standard and it's the guitar of my dreams.

[@Kevin-nh9yz]

That LP Classic Drive Demo was hot. Great video. Thanks.

[@Earl00001]

This is the best video for Gibson USA I've seen so far. Very comprehensive

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks Earl, that was the goal! 😁

[@LGuitarB]

Hurray for mini-humbuckers! I've got an SG with those :-) Excellent video!

[@pcbmusic9289]

This was a very comprehensive video and explanation. Well done!

[@PMC47]

Great video. As to the junior and special and the wrap bridge, mojoaxe compensated bridges are a game changer. Good enough for Keef, good enough for anyone.

[@pottavio1]

Really nicely done. I have 1950’s Oxblood and 2008 deluxe burst.

[@KW-N280]

Thank you so much for making this video!! So helpful!

[@longandmcquade]

Thank YOU for watching! 😁

[@jeanpat8946]

The Video we where waiting for !!! Awesome !!

[@brutallyremastered4255]

Such a helpful and clear run down. No nonsense. Good stuff.

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks very much!

[@abdulsadiq]

Finally! A full and complete comparison of the Gibson Les Paul lineup! Thank you very much! I'm still debating between the Standard 60's or the Modern for me

[@mitchellcutler2888]

That was more Les Paul than I expected and exactly what I needed, thanks. I was impressed with the tonal changes on the LP just by switching pickups and tone controls, what a rock n roll machine. I've always had my eye on the Standard but now I'm stuck between the 50's or the 60's version so I guess you'll be seeing me at the Bloor location trying both of them out!

[@longandmcquade]

We set out with the goal to produce the most extensive Les Paul comparison video on KZbin! If you're visiting our Bloor store, you can ask for Justin directly! Let him know you watched this video and it helped you narrow it down to the Standard but you need help deciding between the '50s and '60s versions. He'll answer any questions you might have left and hook you up to try them both out.

[@2good2betrue3]

Best video I've seen explaining a Les Paul.👌 Glad I've stumbled upon your channel mate. SUBSCRIBED!💯

[@jerlar88]

This video has helped me decide which Les Paul I want. I currently have an Epi Les Paul Custom and love it. But ive always wanted to get the real Gibson. I love versatility of the Studio and Classic with the pot systems. Now all i need to do is go play both and pick one up. Thanks a million!👌🏼

[@jcrm05]

What a great video and excellet presenter! Clear and articulated. Nice job!

[@longandmcquade]

Thank you!

[@DrkStar47]

Gibson LP 60’s standard Icetea burst for me. Picked mine up at the L&M Langford BC store and I Love it. Been eying for a while and then it was “Gibson Month” 2023 and I bought it. Couldn’t be happier with the guitar in terms of playability and looks. It was the fourth LP I have purchased from L&M in the past year and a bit, Epi LP worn gold top, Epi Limited edition LP 59 standard in addition to an Epi LP ebony custom. Each guitar is unique and a joy to play. The customer service at both the Langford and Victoria L&M stores has been exceptional at every point of my purchase experience. Thanks for the video.

[@longandmcquade]

Awesome! Langford is one of our newest stores so thanks for coming in to see us. We're glad the LP '60s Standard fits your needs and falls right into place among the other Les Pauls in your collection!

[@frankdardano3182]

Its nice to have someone who is articulate.Your explainations are so accurate without gettng to ego,or things not used much.

[@bryansproles2879]

I bought my first Epiphone Les Paul in 2002, and it was an absolute dream guitar for me. I couldn't afford the big name Gibson. I did upgrade my Epi LP a couple of times, from the plastic Kluson tuners to metal Grovers. But just a few days ago, I pulled the trigger on a Gibson Les Paul Traditional Pro V in Satin vintage cherry. It was on sale with tax for just under $2k (It's 2k retail, pre-tax.) Comes with a Gibson case, and it should be arriving at my store tomorrow sometime, so I can pick it up after work. Could NOT be happier, and I loved your knowledge of the various LPs and the features you gain as you move up the different levels. Very informative. I'd love to see a Trad Pro review from you as well, since I'm subscribing :)

[@pneumaticman5927]

Congratulations brother!

[@anonymousanonymous3690]

Excellent video. Expertly and professionally done.

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks very much!

[@festushaggen2563]

I just bought a Gibson LP Traditional Pro V this year and am very impressed with it. A sale at GC made it very affordable. I know it doesn’t make a lot of lists because it's a GC exclusive but it's a Les Paul through and through. It has the coil taps, phase shift, locking tuners and trad bucker pickups that make it unique from all the others.

[@mertmunson1417]

Couldn’t agree more! I bought 2 of them. Satin wine red and the translucent black with flame top. On my wine red I switched out the bridge trembucker for a Duncan distortion though. Black one is stock. Love them both!!! They are GREAT GUITARS!

[@steveengleman9257]

I absolutely love my LP Trad Pro V satin! All the tonal options I'll ever need...and then some!

[@brooksphillips2234]

It doesn't matter where the LP came from. What matters is how it is set up and maintained. I learned a value lesson with Gibson tuning problem. 2 guitars, 2 nuts, graphtech tuners, put a string tree on the d and g string, different strings and sizes. Turns out the right luthier who can cut a nut right makes a huge difference! Lol. My LP 50's standard Goldtop plays as smooth as the almost $6000 custom shop I played while I waited for him to work on my guitar.

[@andyleotell]

Trad pro v’s are phenomenal guitars!!

[@chrisstafford2497]

I have the first one ever sold. These are amazing guitars

[@JDDaniel-k4v]

I did play on a bad ass SG years ago though. It had light blue pyramids on the fretboard. Badass.

[@Tom-iw3zh]

Thank you for your expertise. I learned a lot more about Les Paul guitars. I have a 1972 54' Copy Custom Les Paul. It is 51 years old this year. It sounds beautiful with its P90's. I love playing it more than my 1986 Stratocaster made in Japan, of course. I had a relative, David Wiegand (Deceased), who had much to do with inventing the pickups on guitars as well as magnetic tape recorders. He was an electrical engineer. As a Born-again Christian, I like Phil Keaggy's guitar playing, especially when he lets loose on his, I believe, 60's Les Paul. If you have seen him play, check out on KZbin his 1980 year of playing his song, "Time."

[@Pai3000]

Man... this was fantastic. I need to see many more, Ideally, explained by this nice fellow

[@longandmcquade]

Thanks! Make sure you're subscribed because we're working on SG vs SG, and then Epis and Custom Shops! All featuring Justin!

[@jefflacefield1774]

When you played the LP Jr., it was game over. It was the best sounding tone of all. Warm, gritty, brown, dark, creamy. That's the one I want.

[@JoeChasse]

This video is probably the best video explaining the differences among various Gibson models. Well done.

[@longandmcquade]

Wow, thanks Joe!

[@ericreganiguess1703]

Excellent overview!

[@57max]

absolutely great comparison

[@marcusgraf4510]

Great review. Thank you very much👍

[@CHlEFFIN]

Excellent video man!!! After watching this the Standard versions are my favorite.

[@longandmcquade]

Standards are standard for a reason!!

[@DanJ6]

Another great video, Justin - thanks!

[@clydebrown9982]

Toronto Long & Mc. I got many items from that store going back to the 80's! A Gibson black custom, a Fender Stat ( only for a short time, Me. I didn't like the curve on the fret board. ( I'm classically trained so, flat, flat fret board.) Amps, High Watt, Traynor, fender Rentals and countless accessories. I now live in Brantford, and have purchased 2 guitars ( Gibson L/p and a wonderful Classical. and other items. Where were you the the 80's Mr. Waterfield?

[@alanfowler6156]

Great video! I'd like to see the same with the SG models.

[@longandmcquade]

Great idea!

[@TorzJohnson]

Very informative and well-presented. P.S. I'm so glad I bought my LPs before the prices went absolutely insane.

[@stenakenordin]

My local music store had some Classics at a good price four years ago, and i bought one in Heritage Cherry Sunburst, and i will never regret that i did. I love the sound and the versatility of the knobs, making the possibility of very different sounds.

[@will976]

Great reviews, really informative Thank you..

[@markolivares6943]

This is an excellent video. Exactly what I have been looking for. Also, I’m loving my les Paul classic and tribute. I love that they both feel opposite from each other

[@wilsonjames299]

Awesome video.. I am a Gibson freak I've owned all different kinds of Les Paul models I have a 1957 black beauty 3 pick up. And a 1973 Les Paul recording model. I've had for year's. They are without a doubt the best I've owned you get what you pay for in all honesty ain't nothing better than a Gibson.... excellent video 2thumbs up. Thank you for sharing...

[@drippinglass]

Nice comparison! Thank you! 🙂

[@corkbour7708]

I love my Tribute, however I’ve got one with P90’s, which is the best of all configurations for me

[@ÀlvarVinyals]

This was a very interesting video as it’s been really exhaustively explained and in a didactic way, specially for those who, like me, own a Les Paul but are far away of beeing a professional. Thanks so much!

[@NotoriousEDC]

What a video!! Amazing comparison.

[@LightBranches]

🤘black Custom for me...a brute in a tuxedo!

[@lamontprospect9974]

Your passion for the Les Paul clearly shines brightly. I had no idea they made eight different Les Paul's. Actually I think it's nine if you count Custom Shop. This was a really nice comparison and I'm glad you didn't make judgments on them leaving the decision up to whoever the individual is who wants to play it. Excellent review and presentation. I'm 65 but at 62 I decided to start playing electric guitar and I have six Les Pauls, a USA 50 standard, a USA 60 standard, 2 50s SLASH Les Paul's with the AAA tops and three custom shop. For the customs, I have a 55, a 58 and a 59 which are Murphy labs. I went a little overboard but it was a dream come true to have these not to mention a 50 w Marshall jvm 215 C amp. No Epiphones in this collection Thank you 🙏🕊️❤️

[@Master-xl9ms]

Dude great video. Love how you explained the main differences between all the models. It really is very much a personal preference. Love your 58 as well. I have a 59 Murphy lab and a black custom both of which I play daily. they are seriously next level instruments. Sometimes I just stare at them for a minute and drool.

[@7pele_6]

Best channel to learn about guitars on KZbin!!! Subscribed!!

[@longandmcquade]

High praise, thank you very much! 😁

[@erneumann3136]

Good video. It would be nice if you added a bit about the differences in neck joints, if the backs are one piece, etc.

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Looks like they wanted to keep it under 45 minutes.

[@dphachey]

Excellent video. Always wondered how you set the intonation with the wrap tail bridge on the Junior and Special?

[@JustinWaterfield84]

The intonation on a wraptail bridge will never be perfect, by virtue of its design. Sure, there are aftermarket wrapover bridges with compensated saddles…but that kind of defeats the point, for me anyways. The SOUND of this style of bridge is what matters. Look at it this way - Leslie West played a Les Paul Junior, and nobody complained about HIS intonation!

[@peterbayliss1484]

Thanks for the first class video 😎👍

[@spookybaba]

Thanks! I learned something about Les Paul guitars today.

[@billydworrell8259]

1st time here. I'm a novice guitarist @ best and had those questions in my mind before buying a guitar. In particular what were all the difference s between the Gibson s. I wish I had seen this video prior to my purchase. Nevertheless I was hooked by the beautiful AA flame top of the Gibson LP Studio Plus. Absolutely love your description of the LPs. The Studio Plus has been even better than advertised. I had the notion to add to my collection a variety of guitars. But after I bought the LP Studio Plus. Now all I want is more LPs. Keep up the good work. The Modern may be next.

[@ElTioFacuss]

extremadamente clara la explicacicon!!! me sirvio para aprender todo lo q necesitaba, gracias!!

[@Lxtag10]

Bonjour, Merci pour cette vidéo qui résume parfaitement toutes les qualités des les paul. Je suis guitariste depuis 5 ans et passe près de 10h sur mes instruments. Je possède une studio, et j'ai pu tester une classic , une 50, 60 et 70, ainsi qu'une signature slash. J'adore la studio, elle est légère, possède une belle finition et plus polyvalente qu'une SG. J'ai vraiment adoré la classic, Pour sa finition et polyvlance, les 50 et 60 sont différentes et j'accroche plus avec la 50.. mais c'est question de goût. J'ai vraiment été déçu de la 70 , surtout au niveau des micros...la slash reste la guitare qui m'a le plus impressionnée... ouais c'est mon vrai coup de cœur... Si j'en avais une à choisir, ce serait la classic, pour sa polyvalence, sa finition et son poids allégé.. mais la studio n’est pas loin derrière. Je vais prochainement tester une junior car curieux de cette guitare que tout le monde adore. Merci encore pour la qualité de la vidéo et les explications, si intéressantes.. la seule chose à conseiller, cest de tester plusieurs guitares...avec le même ampli et faire wson choix en fonction de nos styles de musique et notre feeling...

[@RJKennedy3000]

Great video! No Custom, though?

[@longandmcquade]

No, not for this video. We focused only on Gibson USA models, and will tackle the Gibson Custom shop in a future video.

[@pneumaticman5927]

This is just fantastic. Really surprised how twangy that thing was with no distortion.

[@MrCalifornia0]

Best Les Paul video I’ve seen. Thank you

[@tonyobbeek8910]

Hi Justin, thanks so much for your brilliant comparisons video. You are amazing at this, your sincere voice, the speed at which you speak and of course your knowledge on the subject. I wish you well and keep burning up fret highway brother. Regards tones1957 (New Zealand)

[@RobertJohnRoberts]

Where do you see the Trad Pro? With the push-pull pots and uncovered pickups, it appears to be very much like a Classic. Any other differences? Thanks, appreciate going through all the models, great information.

[@paulbateman81]

I’ve got a tribute and special tribute and pure love the p90s in the special tribute. Thing is a beast! I love the feel of the tribute but I’m not a fan of the 490s so I think I’ll swap them out. Tried for a year with it and can’t bond with the sound. An easy mod is to scrap the binding so you can see the maple cap line. Took me a few hours and looks so much nicer