Limited Edition Epiphone 59’ Les Paul Standard 2020 The Clean & The Dirty Demo

I demo a 2020 Limited Edition Epiphone 59’ Les Paul Standard. Apparently these are very limited.
The weight is 9.21LBS
I tested the frets for uneven frets and there are none. The build on this guitar is immaculate.
It has a CTS Pots and a Switchcraft 3 way toggle switch.
CT’s POTS
Pickups: Gibson Gibson USA Burstbucker 2 & 3
The fretboard looks and feels like Rosewood. It may be Indian laurel. Since
Video Correction: I said I was playing out of a 65 Deluxe Reverb but I was not. I was playing out of my Fender Princeton 68 Reverb Re-issue.
Thanks for watching!
#Epiphone #LesPaul #Gibson #59LesPaul #Guitar #Guitars

[@IAmTheIsland]

According to Sweetwater, Gibson asked retailors to pull the guitar for a bit. They are going to launch the guitar in October. Also, great demo, Mike. I appreciate folks who are regular players like me demoing gear as it would sound when I play it. I always find it tough when studio pros do demos who can make a cigar box guitar sound amazing. The overdrive sounds less buzzy in person than this audio I would guess but I think the clean tone is a good representation. I bet this is the first demo video since this soft release. I have the Aged Dark Burst.

[@MikeFromNashville]

Matt S Wow. Thanks Matt. I appreciate your kind words and also info on why they removed the listing for it. I haven’t put it down. I was comparing it to my Gibson Les Paul and it looks and feels to me like what a Gibson would release at a higher price point. It doesn’t feel like any Epiphone Les Pauls I have owned before. Don’t get me wrong they are great quality but this feel, the pickups and the nice 3 way toggle makes me forget it’s not a Gibson model. Thanks again Matt. Take care.

[@IAmTheIsland]

@@MikeFromNashville You're welcome, Mike! Keep it up, man. I agree that this guitar is a cut above most almost all Epiphones I've tried. I've owned 5 Epi Elite / Elitist LPs from Japan. This guitar is easily on par with those and looks better. The Elite / Elitists retailed for over $1000 almost 20 years ago as well, so these days that would be about $1400. The Elites have better quality woods, better grain cuts, as well as one-piece necks, and two-piece tops but the Epi 59 has a much nicer finish. My Epi 59 also had a 2 piece back which is another step up from the current 50s and 60s LPs they are selling that are multi-piece with veneer. Also, as you noted, these things really have a thick, warm bass and mine has incredible sustain.

[@rodnocker505]

Mike From Nashville my sweetwater rep told me this on Monday because Gibson was overwhelmed with pre orders. He said the official launch date is October 6 and that’s when Gibson told vendors they can put the listing back up. I was wondering about it myself bc I have the honey burst 59 on pre order and was worried something was up since it is the covid era lol. Great video brother! BTW mine is scheduled to ship in late October. I forgot to add that lol. I can’t wait!!!😜🤘🤘

[@timmyjoe524]

@@rodnocker505 Thanks! I pre-ordered through Sweetwater too. I haven't heard from my rep. October 6th isn't so far away. Early Christmas gift!

[@These_go_to_eleven_1959]

@@IAmTheIsland I had The epi tribute plus that was really good for the $550 is cost me, It had 57 classics,mallory caps,switchcraft but these seem to be taking that to the next level. The tribute was nice but had the slim taper 60's neck which i dont really like and i really prefer the new headstock shape. it is very close to gibson's shape now.

[@ndmarshmello9804]

The pickups are Gibson

[@chrishiroaki9193]

Epiphone changed the headstock shape this year, makes me want to get one of this LP. REALLY can’t afford a Gibson 59lp lol

[@Edward1312]

Demand has always outstripped supply that's why these guitars are always impossible to find. Epiphone are still making them but probably not for much longer. When a batch arrives in store they sell out immediately.

[@googlegilbertlevinmars322]

All the $$ sales means better standard Les Pauls from Epiphone every next year. Hot commodity but it improves overall product offering quality

[@DeathPenny]

THey have an aged southern Fade version of this guitar @ american musical supply right now - they expect them to ship in December

[@treyevans3376]

Thanks for the video.. I’ve literally been looking this up everyday for the last 2-3 months after watching Anderson’s video. I noticed it was off the market a couple days ago and was so disappointed. Glad to hear it should be available soon. Can’t wait! Rock on brother!

[@MikeFromNashville]

Check American Musical website. They have these in a custom Southern Fade color.

[@Brodinecubs1]

I got my order in on SW a day before the listing went down. I’m so excited!

[@ZacharyGalloway]

I just noticed this on Sweetwater page I had opened for a while but as soon as I saw it reloaded and its gone. It said new $799 '59 Les Paul Standard. I'm pumped need to find one. #Epiphone2020 reignited my love for guitars I wanted as a kid and now I have collected all of the 2020 models I could get. Just got my Tommy Thayer Electric Blue last week and loved my '50s Gold top so I got my Heritage Cherry This Morning.

[@jameshughes6049]

I got my Tommy Thayer Spaceman Les Paul over the summer. Awesome guitar!!!

[@13Houdini13]

Great video Mike! We need more players like you and myself included to make videos. We just don't have as many hours in that's all. My 59' Epi is on the way too from Sweetwater. I had it plexed with a setup and bone nut installed. I'm pretty excited about it. Maybe I'll make a short video also it would be my first.

[@MikeFromNashville]

13Houdini13 Thanks man. I try to keep it simple and do the best I can to capture the tone the best I can. You should totally do a video! Share a link on a comment.

[@therollband1290]

Gotta love the middle position

[@MysterD515]

I pre-ordered mine today from GC, it should arrive 12/9/2020.

[@DSilvergun]

Get yet?

[@Edward1312]

I've got one (darkburst) and the laurel fretboard looks and feels like rosewood!

[@nevinjames4133]

Thanks for the demo! I’m going to buy one. I love guitars and collect them. I’m not a great player but I love guitars and have decorated my log home with them. I sing in working bands but only play guitar at home. Can’t wait to get one of those!!! Love that color.

[@pharmerdavid1432]

They are making these like crazy apparently, because here in March of 2022 they are for sale all over the place. A local shop has four beautiful aged cherry, which haven't sold in a week since they got them. As for the fingerboard being Indian rosewood - that may be true. I've noticed that some of the earlier versions of guitars that come with laurel fingerboards sometimes used Indian rosewood, which is similar, but distinctly different in grain pattern and color, so yours may be rosewood (?). I'm trying to resist buying one, since I've always been a diehard LP Special man, not liking what the maple cap does to the sound, plus it makes it more costly and heavier, so who needs it...? Please not me - I have too many guitars already! My latest find was a 2010 Wilshire Pro with humbuckers and that awesome batwing headstock - the best $500 guitar I've ever played, maybe the best period - loving it (bad back and it's VERY light)......!

[@MikeFromNashville]

I really love mine and feel the quality is right up there with my Gibson Les Paul. This really is a special guitar. I really treasure it and would never sell it.

[@massimilianogullini5222]

Hello Mike, congratulations for the video! how is this guitar? what differences do you find compared to the Gibson Les Paul Do you like this guitar? Would you recommend it? Which color do you think is the most beautiful? Thanks Max

[@scottanderson4175]

I have played this guitar at my local music store and was definitely impressed but I didn’t buy it because I have a 50’s standard already and a PRS SE Tremonti Custom so I didn’t need another Les Paul style guitar 😐 Sweetwater currently have them back on their website 🥂

[@TomPark1986]

this is my christmas and birthday gift to myself.....my store gets the next shipment in the middle of january........faaack.

[@iamdesimone]

I was told March for my order when I ordered back in early January. I’m sick of waiting

[@jermss_]

I dont even play guitar(yet) and I want all of its beauty.

[@nitegoat1369]

That clean neck pickup tone sounds great.

[@deadshot4245]

Don’t tuck your pinky under the fretboard when you play that e chord limiting your ability to add accent notes

[@jazzydog]

Thanks for the demo, this guitar is a real deal!!

[@These_go_to_eleven_1959]

Yeah i am worried it may be TOO GOOD a deal! They may stop seliing them if it cuts into gibsons LP sales.

[@lincolnjohnson6511]

Has anyone tried glossing up the matte finish on these? I’m really considering doing that to mine

[@zosojstro]

Great demo!! I too am very interested in this guitar. Since you have a Gibson LP too can you please measure the difference between the pups? The Epiphone bridge pup appears to be further away from the bridge. I’ve been able to slide my pinky finger between but not on a Gibson. Wondering if this changes the tone of the guitar. Epiphones sounds brighter Over Gibson especially when using the same pup

[@MikeFromNashville]

John Strobel Thats interesting. I’ll measure and will let you know.

[@MikeFromNashville]

John Strobel You are right John! That’s something I never noticed. I love to learn. I’m a software developer by trade and this is pretty cool to learn something that I never noticed before. I made a new video about it and gave you credit for the tip. Thanks John!

[@sprcrzyguitrman8]

Pre ordered mine months ago at Andertons.... pretty sure they got 24 of each colour and one of the only suppliers in U.K. to get one 😳😳 I think this is a scalpers paradise sadly.....

[@MikeFromNashville]

The Cover Ups Someone made a comment here that they reached out to Sweetwater Music sales here in the US and was told that Epiphone decided to hold off and release again in December. Something to do with shipping issues from China I believe. So there is hope. This guitar is absolutely worth the price tag and comparable to my Gibson Les Paul. They really did a great job. Cheers!

[@sprcrzyguitrman8]

Mike From Nashville yeah just had an update from Anderson’s and they will be getting shipped from there to me 31st August time so hopefully! :D

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Hi Mke, great review as usual really cool! But I see the price is $799. Couldn't you find a used good Gibson Les Paul Studio for that price? Do you think it will be the same thing?

[@MikeFromNashville]

That’s a good point but, that’s if someone just wants a Gibson brand named guitar. A lesser priced Gibson Studio is not the same as this guitar. The specs, tone neck finish everything. You could play a Gibson Studio, then play this guitar and love this guitar more. So it’s really a preference but if your goal is to buy a guitar with Gibson on the headstock and that’s all the money you have, you may choose the Epiphone because you love it more. I know I would. I have a studio and this feels better quality than that. Forget the brand name, if you just play this guitar not caring about brand or even comparing you love or not love it because what you love about a guitar is unique. So best thing to do is just play one to find out.

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

@@MikeFromNashville Great! 👍 Thank you. Point well taken! I will absolutely try one of these guitars. Nowadays people are always hooked on the. I have bad experiences with Gibson. It seems whenever I play thrm they out of tune after 5 to 10 minutes. I had Schecter, Godin and PRS guitars with the 3 x3 headstock and I have no tuning issues with them. But I want to thank for posting this. Definitely going to try these Epiphione guitars out.

[@BladeDoomer86]

I have a 2010 Gibson Studio and I'd trade it for this Epiphone any day.

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

@@BladeDoomer86 Thank you. Have you played this Epiphone guitar?

[@BladeDoomer86]

@@AngelMartinez-qs3cf Hey mate, unfortunately i haven't had the pleasure yet. But every new Epiphone I've tried, whether acoustic or electric, have been just great. I just bought a Hummingbird for my dad. Epi has brought the quality back in the game.

[@Randomaction93010]

Hey dude Should I buy one more of these or get the Gibson for $2400? Btw I am a rockstar... Gotta sound good in a crowd, just say’n

[@MikeFromNashville]

Hey SoCalVin! I love your channel. I dig the biking footage. Well, I’d say if you already have one of these your good. Your going to sound good in a crowd regardless. Actually I’d say if you played this Epiphone live then have the crowd won’t notice the or care headstock says because you will sound amazing. Then again if you play this Epiphone live it will drive up sales after they see that it doesn’t matter what the headstock says if your rocking it live and people are digging your riffs. Take care man. Look forward to more of your biking videos.

[@Randomaction93010]

@@MikeFromNashville cool! Thanks for the comments

[@googlegilbertlevinmars322]

@@Randomaction93010 small brands like epi and Ibanez love stage exposure so so so much.

[@bathtubexpert]

I ordered the Honey Burst Its a SweetWater Exclusive color. I dont love the other two color choices. Sweet Water told me they took the 59 ad down because they already have too many back orders

[@hogger88]

I've ordered the honey burst as well and having it shipped to Canada. Can't wait for the phone call to set up a shipping date

[@bathtubexpert]

@@hogger88 Yeah me too , still no word on mine I ordered it like 3 months ago, but good things come to those who wait.:) I have thenew 2020 Modern Epiphone Les Paul in Carribian Fade its really great quality, never goes out of tune. I like it more than my USA Standard Les Paul

[@hogger88]

@@bathtubexpert they called me 2 days ago and said release date will be November 9th US and November 20th in canada if if one was to buy in canada from long and McQuade minus the honey burst sweetwater exclusive States Only.

[@marciano777010995]

Soo this guitar will be available again or not? I was so close to buy one in abril but I didn't and now I'm so sad :(

[@MikeFromNashville]

Daniel Espinosa From what I have been hearing is they will be available again in October. I highly recommend getting one.

[@marciano777010995]

@@MikeFromNashville thanks man I really want one, I already send a mail to SW. If anyone wants one I will notice what they tell me ;)

[@MrStrat70s]

Does the bridge pup BB3 sound a little shrill, screachy? Might be the amp settings. Just an observation.

[@blairdrummond5043]

In my opinion, the matte-ish finish on the headstock looks really strange with the shiny plastic truss rod cover

[@keshin_martin]

They probably pulled the links to delay because of COVID. They have more 2020 models coming out in the Holiday season (pending on COVID)

[@goldtop362]

Nice guitar. Love that dulled finish! Subscribed 😎👍

[@adamwatson6916]

It does on fact have Indian laurel .

[@MikeFromNashville]

Adam Watson Thank you Adam! Indian Laurel really looks so much like Rosewood. That’s pretty cool.

[@ma.ch.8632]

Ciao, it doesn't seem like other Epiphone, expecially in the back. The finish seems like vos. Is it right?

[@ToshStuart]

Awesome job Mike. The guitar sounds great

[@MikeFromNashville]

Tosh Stuart Thanks Tosh! I hope all is well with you.

[@rogersun2197]

Wow the guitar sounds fantastic! Am I the only one who hears a slight crackle when he plays though?

[@MikeFromNashville]

Roger Sun You May be right. I’m sorry about the crackle. It’s hard to setup for clean then overdrive tones and I also try and adjust the levels so the bass of the tone comes through. So there maybe a little crackle in some parts. I mic the amp and run into a mixer then run into an iPhone USB device that connects to my iPhone. Thanks man.

[@uncus1]

hello just wondering how does this compare to something like a PRS SE Pauls' Guitar in your experience ?

[@MikeFromNashville]

The PRS are different. I can't compare them. Too different for me to feel there is a comparison. There are those who love Neil Diamond and those who do not.

[@sublyme2157]

Thank you for sharing!

[@dimebagjosh2007]

Great tone and great playing! I was curious how you feel about the neck. I’ve been wanting to grab one but don’t have super big hands. More used to a slim taper 60’s neck for sure. Thanks!

[@MikeFromNashville]

It’s a pretty big neck. I typically like more slim necks and this is the biggest neck on a guitar I own. However I can’t put it down and it doesn’t seem to bother me. It has a good feel. Honestly I play it more than my Gibson Les Paul because I just love the fatter tone it has. You could always return it if it’s too big for you. It’s worth checking out. Ideally you should try before you buy but these sell pretty fast once they are available. Also today’s times trying before you buy is much more difficult. Thanks so much.

[@blushingmule1]

Hi Mike, Great demo! It sounds great, especially for a sub $1k guitar. Did you do any set up before the demo? That neck pup clean is beautiful! The mid position is nice also...so is the bridge. Can't wait to get one. I just found out about these ~ a week ago. Bob

[@MikeFromNashville]

No. This was setup perfectly out of the box and even the strings were great right out of the box. This guitar is amazing. They are selling a Southern Fade Version of this at American Musical’s web site.

[@Kryss_Gamer]

Is this the 1959 standard outfit?

[@liveconcerts7550]

Yes, limited edition.

[@ndmarshmello9804]

Comparison against the Gibson version

[@zeppo20]

Hi, do you think this are better than the Edwards Les Pauls?

[@rsabston]

Just ordered mine from Zzounds they have more in stock 😁

[@sheridanrconway]

Ordered mine today as well from ZZounds

[@jameshughes6049]

Ordering my dark burst now

[@MikeFromNashville]

Your going to love this guitar!!

[@jameshughes6049]

@@MikeFromNashville Yeah I got mine today & I love it!!! Just gotta change the strings, everything else is great!!!

[@guitarstarz2688]

Me 2 !!!!

[@ct5908]

Hi Mike, still happy with the guitar? Just ordered one, but not entirely sure about it without having tried it myself... It would have been interesting to compare how it feels and how it sounds clear and dirty vs a gibson LP?

[@MikeFromNashville]

Hello Charis, yes! I still love this guitar and play it every day. I play it more than my Gibson Les Paul. I don't even normally like thicker rounder necks and I was wrong apparently because I love this neck, I love the tone, I just love playing this guitar. Mine came well setup but if that's not the case for you get a setup. I'm sure you will love it.

[@ct5908]

Thanks Mike

[@benencisco9866]

Where’s the shedding tho ?

[@JohnnyMegabyteCanada]

Canadian Release Date: October 20, 2020 I put a deposit on one with Long & McQuade in Canada. I hope one finds its way to me.

[@MikeFromNashville]

Johnny Megabyte Studios I hope so too. You will love it.

[@tommy605]

I put my order in at L&M in Jan and got my email it's waiting for me now. YES!

[@JohnnyMegabyteCanada]

@@tommy605 I just got my email from L&M. YES !!!! I was born in 1959. This means so much to me

[@tommy605]

@@JohnnyMegabyteCanada This is what I ordered to learn on. Lol. Hope you enjoy it when you get it.

[@JohnnyMegabyteCanada]

@@tommy605 nice for a starter guitar to learn on. I got it because I will never afford a real 59. Even though my Gibson Les Paul Traditional is sweet, the Epiphone has the vintage tone compared to the zebra pickups. The Gibson is back in the case, and the Epi 59 is on the 3-stand of my top guitars, Ibanez RG Prestige & Gretsch without Bigsby. I have 25 electrics, 6 acoustics and 3 basses. Need more arms & more fingers

[@royhanson3335]

got one...just love it!!!! beautiful. :)

[@vincnet11]

How much is the weight of guitar?

[@liveconcerts7550]

8 to 9 pounds.

[@JT-gm4fk]

I was disappointed in these. The quality of 2 i received were bad. The finish just felt cheap.

[@countvond233]

Not a veneer. They are saying AAA maple cap.

[@MikeFromNashville]

The description on this guitar has changed so many times my head is spinning. The ads for this were originally saying Rosewood Fingerboard, but when you reach out to Epiphone, no this is an Indian Laurel. You are right, Now if you look at an ad for this guitar I've seen fingerboard material "Other" and it shows under the features as "Mahogany body with AAA flame maple cap, aged gloss finish". I was one of the first few people to get this guitar last Summer, so the descriptions would say one thing on one site, and say something else on another. If you search around you can see on Guitar Center's site and other site they don't say AAA Maple Cap Veneer any longer, they dropped the "Veneer". Here is an example of an earlier ad below, notice it says "Veneer" yet the new ads you see don't mention that the AAA Maple Top is truly a cap or if it's a AA Maple Top Veneer. I don't know what to believe, but I do know this guitar kicks major butt and that's all that matters to me. Check out this link : www.gearnews.com/epiphone-collaborates-with-gibson-custom-shop-on-new-59-les-paul-model-available-for-pre-order/ Limited Edition Since it is a limited edition model, don’t hang around too long if you want one, as I can see these selling like hot cakes. Especially at this price point. The guitar has a mahogany body with a maple top and a AAA figured maple veneer, paired with a mahogany neck with a vintage correct long neck tenon. The neck has a ’59 Rounded “C” profile, and an Indian Laurel fretboard with a 12″ radius and 22 medium jumbo frets. The specs aren’t exactly like a true ’59 Les Paul (no rosewood fretboard and maple veneer), but for this price, it’s close enough. Especially with those BurstBucker 2 and 3 humbuckers and quality wiring loom.

[@jacobocasarez2311]

How about the neck, is it thicker or thinner than the 50's inspired by gibson models?. That is the answer that i need to decide buying this one!!!

[@MikeFromNashville]

The neck could be thought of as thicker, It's thick but not like a baseball bat. I typically choose slim necks but really love this neck.

[@loudteeshirt]

This guitar got coil splitting feature?

[@MikeFromNashville]

Loud Adventures No, it’s true to a ‘59. No coil splitting.

[@ronhoffman7941]

does it come with the pickguard attached ?

[@liveconcerts7550]

Yes.

[@ronhoffman7941]

@@liveconcerts7550 do they sound as good as the older one with the 57 classics

[@liveconcerts7550]

@@ronhoffman7941 it sounds very good. Very close to Les Paul Custom 57. But the feel of the Custom Les Paul is much better. Very good price for this very good guitar 🎸 👍 👌.

[@rspalhares]

Does anyone know where to buy and the price in the USA

[@robertgoddu3716]

Wait until October. They will be released. Gibson pulled the plug because production wasn't up to capacity yet. Should be $799.00 with Lifton style case.

[@MikeFromNashville]

Currently American Musical Supply is taking orders for this same model in an Aged Southern Faded color.

[@borger9952]

does it have a veneer back or is it a real 2 piece body and no veneer??

[@MikeFromNashville]

No Just a Veneer too. Check American Musical site. They have these in a custom southern fade!!

[@xanhteps648]

Cool george Harrison tribute. That red on the lp is too much. Seems like a decent deal for a guitar you wouldnt feel bad about customizing.

[@kipwilliamson5737]

Personally I wouldn’t customize it at all. I think it’s incredible.

[@HankMartin-ll4pi]

Nice guitar Mike it looks like a worn finish on yours?

[@MikeFromNashville]

Hank Martin 1961 Not exactly worn finish. Sort of a matte with some gloss to it. If that makes sense? :)

[@monmixer]

That guitar has a long neck tenon. Seriously is half way up under the neck pick up. They don't even put those on gibsons anymore unless they are custom shop or special editions that cost more. The thing i don't like about epiphones is the veneer.

[@vrabek222]

this one is supposedly a solid top not veneer

[@monmixer]

@@vrabek222 They do put solid maple caps on them. they put a thin sheet of veneer over it with the finish on it. You aren't going to get a flamed maple cap on a guitar in that price range. The maple cap under the veneer is not flames. the veneer is. I don't know what year they started it but it wasn't long after gibson bought the name.

[@ronhoffman7941]

The 57 classics sound better with the earlier model no question

[@cigdamagelungs]

Waiting for thisfrom sw also

[@MikeFromNashville]

Your going to love it. It absolutely feels like a Gibson Les Paul. They really went all out. I guess that's why a limited supply. I am just always skeptical of "Limited Edition" They throw that around a lot. Look at the Epiphone "Limited Edition" 335 Pro. That's been "Limited Edition" since 2005! ;) I guess this really is.. Looks that way so far since I can't even find a place where people can order them.

[@cigdamagelungs]

@@MikeFromNashville cool.had a 58 cos but sold it, bought the new epi 50 which is nice,but sw will do 650 for this with case and Ltd editions always appreciate

[@thefallen6542]

@@cigdamagelungs what you mean $650? This model is $799.

[@pr4bb4r]

@@MikeFromNashville ugh man i was looking forward to buy it in september and now its out of stock : ( would it come back in stock by any chance this would have been my 1st les paul

[@pr4bb4r]

@@MikeFromNashville it feels like i've lost one of my body part 😭😭😭 i hope this comes back in stock...

[@DSilvergun]

This model should have Grover Tuners like the Epi 60's LP.

[@MikeFromNashville]

I guess so but the tuners that are on this are great and I wouldn't change them. This is not like any Epiphone Les Paul I have ever played. Ever. Honestly it's Gibson Les Paul quality. Every Epiphone Les Paul I have owned had something cheap about it. It may have looked cool but the neck or wood was cheap. Or the wiring, not this 59. It's pro quality. Even the feel of the neck feels like my Gibson Les Paul. This is a special guitar. They should make this guitar all the time not just limited edition.

[@DSilvergun]

@@MikeFromNashville I just ordered one in the Aged Dark. Thanks.

[@ces69]

50’s LesPauls didn’t come standard with Grovers! They started fitting them in the 60’s!

[@ces69]

Have you checked the intonation? Sounds like some adjustments needed!

[@MikeFromNashville]

Yes. Since this video I have adjusted it.

[@ces69]

@@MikeFromNashville Good man! Felt that was letting it down a bit!👍

[@jeremywooldridge5537]

Man, that's pretty impressive. Have you ever played the Custom 1955 Outfit? One of my favorite guitars in my collection. Definetly my favorite Epiphone so far.

[@MikeFromNashville]

Jeremy Wooldridge No I haven’t tried the Custom 1955. I had planned on it. It’s on my list. That’s great to hear your feedback on the 1955. Thanks.

[@jeremywooldridge5537]

@@MikeFromNashville been waiting forever but the Aged Southern Fade finally came back in stock at American Musical this morning. Snatched it up right away without thinking about it. Can't wait!

[@650thunderbird]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

I'm not crazy about the cherry color. I'd like it much better if it was a little faded. Maybe Gibson should have overseen the paint jobs.

[@benjamins9121]

Yeah I don't like the cherry bursts either, even Gibson has been using it a lot in recent years, and the colors are overly vibrant/ deep. To me honey burst, or iced tea burst are beautiful. Something like Page's #1 '59 or Clapton's Beano burst at the darkest. A light burst without a clear separating line between colors, with more of a fade between colors is what's best to me.

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

@@benjamins9121 I totally agree! Back in 2000 a friend of mine who would later work for Gibson as their NW Representative, got me a beautiful LP 1960 Classic Honey Burst. Except for on the horn, you can barely see any burst. And when I move it around in the light it disappears at certain angles. It also has some really nice wood grain. She's a beauty!!

[@AntonioGomez-ob9og]

Exactly the fret board looks like at Rosewood yep it is Rosewood buddy

[@Skrubenz]

Fretboard's Indian Laurel, you can see it on the official spec sheet

[@MikeFromNashville]

I finally got a hold of an Epiphone Rep, he said it is Indian Laurel. I’m a fan of Indian Laurel. I don’t notice any difference.

[@Doc_Mitch]

I want this but I also want a Stratocaster. 😭

[@MikeFromNashville]

Try and play a Fender American Vintage 62 model. That’s my favorite Strat.

[@ces69]

Get “This” it’s a limited edition and won’t be around for long, you can get a Strat anytime! Just my opinion!

[@Suzumebachigr]

Heavy Anchoring is detected.

[@svetoslavslavov7215]

Sound very harsh

[@264boresteve]

The Fender amp he’s using is known for it’s clear, pronounced highs. I’ve seen this guitar demonstrated with other amps and it sounded much more mellow.

[@daniellaudman8580]

Clown burst. Thanks for the video I just wish Epiphone would do a little bit more of a vintage look for that guitar

[@MikeFromNashville]

Currently American Musical is taking orders for this model in a color less “Clowny”. Aged Southern Fade. Or something like that.

[@ces69]

I like my “New” guitars to look new! Hate artificial ageing! They “Age” with me, like old comfy slippers! Lol

[@imannonymous7707]

ya it sucks but limited edition is just that.... otherwise whats the point. what would be really nice would be gibson and epiphone just made guitars like they did in 59.....period. all the models and variations meh.....just build guitars with old world craftsmanship....period.....if people are willing to pay 300gs for one? but that said its guitar collecting thats driven prices insane.....if you aint gonna play it ...dont bother.....buy baseball cards or whatever lol

[@phenixreturns]

the sound is not perfect at all :(too much dist

[@mr.spongylikeaboss4987]

Clean out your ears

[@chrisreilly1730]

Matte finish lameo

[@Cockneyartist]

Made in China, no I don't buy anything from China, especially guitars

[@leonardkrasner5811]

You have more Chinese made items than you think you do.

[@TheChristafershawn]

Have you checked where your TV, Microwave, Computer, Mobile Phone, Stereo, Blinds, Blender, Bed Frame, Drill, Weed Wacker.........are made?

[@betting4life948]

Lmao, sure Danny boy