SHARPEN MY AXE #5 Epiphone Les Paul Custom

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[@robertpratt8196]

This is Bob here. Absolutely blown away by Phil's work and his generosity! I felt like an idiot for not insuring my guitar for more but I've never had an incident shipping before. Won't make the same mistake again. Anyway, Phil absolutely nailed it here. The Epi did always seem muddy and the new pickups sound, even on KZbin, like they make a world of difference. Can't wait to play it. Again, Phil couldn't have been kinder. What a class act!

[@NathanWoollaston]

Enjoy Bob!

[@LYLEWOLD]

congrats on the 'new' guitar.

[@GoonSquadLifeMember]

despite the misfortune, for lack of a better word, to your original Les Paul, I'm glad it all worked out! Vids like these make me proud to be a (somewhat) musician. Enjoy.

[@janezo8322]

Why you always lying!!!! Ur name i robert not bob!!!!! Mhmmm oh my gosh why do fu you lying!!

[@ezassegai4793]

congrats man! thats an awesome axe!!

[@james215]

We just got it in the mail yesterday, it sounds amazing, can't thank you enough for what you did for my dad, your a great man!!

[@jordanminiard22]

Awesome brother!!

[@jonathantom8425]

@@dildojizzbaggins6969 whose dead?

[@DaveTaste]

@@jonathantom8425 my dead what?

[@jamesruvalcaba3772]

Bob is somewhere crying with happiness right now. Class act Phil!

[@worshiptutorials]

World-class move, there Phil. Love this series as well!

[@pedromartins4185]

Phil, you went above and beyond what it was expected from you and i really wanted to say thank you for being such a classy gentlemen which is pretty rare nowadays. Besides the really cool gear videos this is the reason why your channel keeps growing. Wish you all the best.

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Pedro Martins Phil is a genuinely nice person. He's very intelligent and he makes good videos and he speaks well. He's just a great guy.

[@foadrightnow5725]

Pedro Martins - Well said and much agreed! Phil is a class act and his videos are always a pleasure to watch.

[@leeland175]

Yes absolutely great reviews and very happy I found phils channel. Quality explanations, and he seems genuine, not just doing it for the likes.

[@kurdtjohn]

He deserves more views and subs

[@davidmochid2732]

Pedro Martins Roger that brother I agree good stuff

[@yousifbanna5832]

Phil you rock, really going the extra mile for your fans and we appreciate you.

[@1978garfield]

I was actually surprised how decent the Epi pickups sounded.

[@jst601]

Ditto. Search for demos on the amp used here. All PRS amps have a buzzy/fizzy thing in the overdrive. Every one I've ever heard. To me, both of these sets of pickups sound buzzy/fizzy & the new set sounds more pronunced in the treble freq. The stock pickups sound fine. No need to knee-jerk swap pickups till you live with it a while. (just mhwo)

[@whatcher8151]

Yeah, it wasn't as big a deal huh.

[@therealrene1]

I liked the sound of the epiphone bridge pickup better

[@bonnivilleblackcherry9745]

you do know epi has been around forever right? most sound better than the gibson company that bought them out.

[@arthritisankle]

I thought both new pickups were a huge improvement.

[@markewing6780]

I am absolutely flabbergasted by the fact that 50 people gave a thumbs down on this video. This is absolutely one of the most honorable and awesome videos I have ever seen on KZbin regarding guitars. Phil, you are one awesome guy! You deserve all the honors and thumbs up. Such a great thing you do. Thank you buddy.

[@RyoSakazaki83]

Man I felt so bad when I Saw the broken headstock, then pissed at fedex, and when I saw you walk in with the same guitar I felt so much relief, you rock !!

[@AXPena]

I don't know why but I love the "keep your work area clean" segments.

[@chuckBauer2k23]

AXPena so do I

[@OrIoN1989]

i hate it.. It was ok the first time, but it gets old fast.

[@cinders302]

@@OrIoN1989 Ya but it's good for those who are new to his channel or new to guitar work. I just ignore it now...maybe because I like to keep things neat and tidy too ;) Best just let it go and enjoy the main gig along with the rest of us. Off topic...are you from Norway? Your name is the clue to that question :) My hometown was settled by Norwegians; thus naming it Sundre.

[@OrIoN1989]

@@cinders302 Cool. Yeah im Norwegian. Do you know when it was settled?

[@cinders302]

@@OrIoN1989 In the mid 20th century, so in terms of a historical timeline not that long ago. The first postmaster arrived in the early 1900's. For what its worth his name was Nels Hagen. Family by the name of Skog were also early arrivers. Many others of Scandinavian descent.

[@TexanUSMC8089]

There are so many people that say, after all the money you spend upgrading, you could have just bought the better one from the beginning. There's a big difference. You might not have enough to buy the top model first, and if you waited until you had enough money, you might not have had anything to play for 6 months while you saved up enough. Or maybe you just like to see the reaction from the people that spent all that money and your budget guitar sounds better or just as good. Or maybe some of us just like working on our own stuff.

[@robcarr9968]

The other is sentimentality! I got my epi less paul for my 18th birthday, but now my other guitars honestly sound better, but none have the special spot in my heart this LP does, so I'm looking at upgrades! No gibson will ever have the story and memories this LP has with me

[@yndalo]

Respect! You have gone WAY BEYOND the call of duty. And many thanks for the great product you're putting out there for us.

[@Jeffy2n]

Way to step up Phil, that was very cool.

[@TomGoldsmithguitar]

yep

[@guitarplayer2846]

Why not buy a great EPI in the first place instead of a "B stock"? I have a few Gibson LP's and an Epi LP (for $485) equipped with '57 Classics, deep set neck, quality pots, coil splits, etc. It plays and sounds just as nice as my Gibby Standard.

[@meatrocket1]

That was very generous of you Phil... Great job on that guitar... enjoy It Bob.

[@tuffymchardass]

phillip mcknight. bravo sir for showing the public the dying art of being a above and beyond, stand up individual willing to go the extra mile to make a wrong right even though you had no obligation to do so, i applaud you sir.

[@insomnyteq]

MR Mcknight, this video got me. thanks for being a solid human being, there aren't as many of you as there should be in this world. thanks for all the videos, its a pleasure

[@christopherjeneson5333]

Although you were not responsible for the shipping tragedy you stepped up and went beyond the call, well done Phil, even more respect! As for sponsors contributing to the series, why the hell not, everybody wins. The fact that the replacement parts are of high quality is the point, not from where they came. I own a Gibson Les Paul Custom, from 2000, and this sharpened one is now it´s serious rival! Not something I would ever have said before seeing and hearing this. Have fun at NAMM for us Phil, find the buried treasure for us!

[@dylanzrim1011]

Christopher Jeneson in watching it, I don't think his drop caused the damage. I mean how heavily it was wrapped? It couldn't have done that alone.

[@dylanzrim1011]

That reeks of being thrown into a truck. And UPS track record with instruments/frigiles is poor at best

[@stevee7774]

Dylan Zrim - Ace Ventura delivered it, kicked it all the way down the hallway.

[@IlNeige]

I have this exact same model. That headstock crack is heartbreaking.

[@christians494]

why would it crack tho? if you really care for your spade don't send it with the mail etc.

[@EDAR96]

I have a black custom epi that I haven’t fixed yet with that same exact break....devastating

[@zacgossage5164]

So do I. I have the same crack as this bloke

[@nicholasmetros6646]

I have the exact same model paint and everything. Also had the same headstock crack, got it repaired pretty cheap no problems now.

[@gpdude22]

@@christians494 Cracked because gig bags give ZERO support at the necks weakest area.

[@UN1T1Y]

What a great act of kindness, Music brings us all together and creates a bond that we musicians, and pretty much everyone that enjoys music can be a part of. 😊

[@sorrenblitz805]

"The headstock is broken." So a normal Gibson then lmao

[@ahriik]

"Today we're gonna turn this simple Epiphone into a full-fledged" Gibson! *headstock is cracked "And we're done!"

[@skincookiez7576]

That's why I like Strat style necks. Just straight lumber with no weak points.

[@nelsonc6173]

Sadly! I've lived that sentiment...my headstock cracked on my Gibson...wasn't as bad as this Epi but it cost me 200 bucks to fix! No fault of mine either. Its just cracked in the HS case.

[@joshuachaffey1453]

"epiphone inspired by Gibson"

[@94SexyStang]

a snapped Gibson STILL worth more than all the other junk!

[@kochjb32]

Phil, I thoroughly enjoyed every episode of Sharpen my Axe. Please do it again soon!

[@turdferguson9942]

Wow, you both went above and beyond and turned what could have been an awful situation into an amazing one. Kudos to both of you and thanks again to you Phil for doing all of these Sharpen Your Axe segments and also to all of the great companies for helping out.

[@CTSully1]

Turd Ferguson u

[@TexanUSMC8089]

Great story. That's how you get a return customer for life and a lot of people that saw this video will do business with you.

[@CocuMagnifique]

Phil, you're a Star! I would be devastated if something like that happened to my love. That was so kind and compassionate. And the offer to donate the fixed one to someone... I'm touched. All the best!

[@richfiryn]

That was a really solid hookup for Bob you did there man. And also a great reminder to NEVER ship a guitar in a gigbag.

[@dennisschell5543]

Good ol Gypson "break angle" did what it does...BREAKS!

[@JohnWardaIM]

You prove once again Phil just how great of a human being you are and how much you care about others!!

[@tireoghain82]

Absolutely love this series, and the fact you went out of your way like this for your client is awesome.

[@BrazenNL]

Very nice, Phil. I hope you've made him very happy. Also, thank you GraphTech and Dark Moon! E: Yes, that's how you show us a comparison. No talking in between. Thanks!

[@froggore52]

I think I've said this for each one of these videos, but Phill, PLEASE keep doing the Sharpen My Axe series. It's currently the best thing on any of the channels I follow.

[@jimbrown6139]

Chris House You're basically asking the guy to do four times the work, and spend hundreds of dollars per episode for your enjoyment. Well, so am I! 😁 I love it, but I understand why this can't be a permanent thing.

[@paulterl4563]

yes

[@ianurbaitis]

Hell yes for Phil and hell yes for graph tech! Looks good on ya both!

[@GreekGroover]

I love how relaxing the "SHARPEN MY AXE" episodes are. Some coffee and the episodes set on autoplay make me feel I have high quality TV. The detailed explanation, the flow of the reparation, the great educational side to the videos. Simply amazing work!! Awesome content!

[@bradulist]

Even though I already knew what you were doing with this guitar, watching the video has made me even more impressed by your integrity and generosity. 100% Class Phil. Well done!

[@jakeybball]

This world needs more silver bursts

[@vincebauerle5942]

^^^ THIS! YES

[@DavidMakesNoise]

Could not agree more

[@MaynardOwns]

Indeed

[@tariqxl]

For Les Pauls sure, such a classy look. But all guitars have a colour that suits them same as cars. I like the tobacco sunburst for PRS, surf green strats and natural teles. If your gonna go EVH - yellow and black and anything less than bright neon for Charvel is just heathenism but not the Jem that has to be white. All SG's should be red, nothing else makes sense and Wildcat style semi's either black or white with gold trim.

[@cinders302]

The world needs more people like Phil! :)

[@chrishorton615]

Awesome Phil! That is above and beyond the call of duty. Props to you as well!

[@skeetschuler1859]

Phil, you are a good man to go beyond the call of duty. We all appreciate you and Bob should be very happy with the LP. God bless

[@jameskrys5286]

Gibsons and Epiphones need HARD CASES.

[@isaacmurillo2371]

My Epiphone broke while in a hard case, man. Still, all nice guitars deserve a hard case. Edit: spelling

[@Manadono]

did I ever tell you about the time I bought an Ibanez 7 string with a hard case and the guy sent them s e p e r a t e l y?

[@gpdude22]

@@isaacmurillo2371 Next time, put it IN a hard case. Man.

[@isaacmurillo2371]

Mortuus Rationem spelling mistake lol

[@Iheartdgd]

Manadono LOL!

[@cdavidlake2]

This episode pretty much encapsulates everything we love about what Phil does. Bravo!

[@SuperMarcus2323]

Such a classy move by you and your sponsors to get it done right. I have watched a ton of you videos and I am truly impressed by your candor and straight talk. Thank you so much for all you do. Most people are basement musicians that just jam to their favorite music and don't have a lot of money to throw around. Huge kudos Phil....very much appreciated.

[@rickybobby6605]

Gotta say I wasn’t sure about this channel when I first found it, but it has quickly become my absolute favorite guitar channel. You seem like a solid guy and it comes across in your videos. Just a great channel.

[@michaelcosta7235]

Also Graphtech deserves the plug for not only stepping up to help but because their products are amazing.

[@damnyankeex1]

Philip you are a standup guy. Momma brought you up right.

[@Nightbreed82]

I love these "Sharpen My Axe" episodes! May they forever be a thing!! \m/

[@NikonJax]

I just got back into playing my guitar. The KZbin channels were so much fun because that stuff wasn't around when I learned to play. Pretty much self taught with some help from friends here and there. Phillip is a gem and I love that there are very cool and good guys doing this! I'm kinda astounded by how much great info is available. Would have loved this 50 years ago.... Learning so much now :)

[@leonmildenberger4680]

Wow. Phil you impress the hell out of me. Great upgrades and your kind heart is unparalleled to anything I have seen. Hats off buddy - your the best.

[@chrisc8003]

Phil, you are by far one of the best KZbinrs out there and I love all your videos, but this was just an amazingly generous thing for you to do, making everything right for Bob -- and you weren't even the one responsible for the damage! Super classy all the way around. If everyone treated each other with just 10% of your kindness, honesty, and respect, the world would be a much better place. Keep up the great work, my friend. -chris

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: I have used quite a few items from Graphtech and all have been great and money well spent. Good Job on taking care of the guy. Here's a tip: Whenever I ship a guitar with a tilt back head stock, I cut a couple of pieces of 1 inch Owens corning rigid styrofoam house insulation panels and tape them to the back of the neck. Even if someone sat on the box, the headstock will not get any stress. I have never broken a guitar shipped this way.

[@Solvet862]

Hello Phil, Bought set if Overkill and The Scripture for two Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pros with harness with tapping and PMT circuit. Will let you know how they sound. Maybe do a before after too. Scripture will be Mother of Pearl cover on a Alpine White and Dark Arts Overkill with Black Mother of Pearl on Ebony with the recommendation of this episode. Should sound and look amazing. Will be in touch and thank you.\m/

[@haf816r]

If always loved ur content and personality, but seeing your generosity puts ya on another level, IMO. You seem like a truly good person. We're lucky to have you! Keep up the great work and content! Thanks!

[@metabera]

You sir, just earned my subscription and my respect! What a noble and beautiful thing you did for Bob!

[@stevebumstead9840]

We need a "sharpen my axe" every week.

[@LucDiGiuseppe]

You're the man! Love this series

[@pupstop1]

Great Job Phil, You really go all out and I think everyone who watches your channel appreciates that. You really did go above and beyond. Thanks!!!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

The new pups are smoother in the mid range for sure. I watch these videos for the fret work tips. Keep it up.

[@brianpetersen3429]

Wow, what a great video!, you (and the companies that contributed" really stepped up to the plate. Great tips! I am impressed with your way of thinking.

[@someguyyouknow6420]

Brian Petersen I

[@rossatron2050]

Not to be cheezy, but if only there were more people like you in the world Phil, it'd be a much better place.

[@grantblack1]

What a kind and generous gesture. Fantastic!

[@johannesbrahms9528]

A man of integrity and generosity. Well done, Phil.

[@santiagocamejoc]

Man that's devotion! Excellent sharpen my axe episode!!!

[@richardhuskey1310]

You're an awesome guy! Would also like to say I'm battling stage 4 cancer but you and your videos always make me feel good thanks for all the great info and for being so genuinely awesome, if I could I would definitely buy all my gear from you have a blessed day

[@mandarin7728]

Richard Huskey stay strong dude. Ukraine’s metal and rock guitar community is with you.

[@richardhuskey1310]

Mandarin wow that was really cool, thanks for the encouraging words and ROCK ON MY BROTHERS!

[@richardhuskey1310]

I'm from knoxville Tennessee in the U.S. a little town right down the road from the Smoky Mountains, also wanted to say that y'all ROCK! I bet y'all have some awesome frickin local bands and musicians out there in the Ukraine, is there any KZbin video channels I could check out some of y'all rockin that would be great man, hey you have a great day or night, its 10:12am here in Tennessee

[@eriklambert3809]

Richard Huskey stay strong brother. I'm from Ms and travel to Nashville often.

[@liamfidler3824]

Richard Huskey I sincerely hope you recover.

[@eddaeges9309]

Phil, you truely a down to earth good person. Most people wouldn't have gone through that much trouble.

[@CrisFrancisco]

Phillip, you are the man! What a great idea and story. Mad respect.

[@EM-df6mo]

Phillip, you are one heck of an honest and straight up guy. Much respect Sir. And yes kids we have all learned a valuable lesson. NEVER ship your prized guitar in a gig bag. Enjoy that Epi Bob, Phillip once again man, You Rock!

[@ronnienose8608]

Phil, that was such a lovely gesture. Nice to come across a genuinely decent human being, gives the rest of us hope. Bob will be chuffed (British expression of elation).

[@GoonSquadLifeMember]

Ronnie Nose I would add "gobsmacked" to chuffed.

[@CZSorethroat]

February 2, 2019. I'm seeing this video for the first time. This is the reason I'm subscribing. Much love, man.

[@player18976]

This video confirms again my belief that you are a genuinely good person. The Darkmoon pickups sound great, and the way you compared them with the Epiphone ones makes it clear that the pickups are the only component changing the sound. I'm glad you will do another 10 Sharpen My Axe videos, I'm looking forward to see them.

[@rodrigovuko]

great job Phil, you are a kind guy, and I hope enjoys his sharp axe.

[@Placeholder544]

You're a good dude Phil. Keep up the good work! Been subscribed for a while now, and love your content. It's good to see you care about your viewers as well. Cheers.

[@gregmullins6927]

Phil you're a class act,you're so generous with your instructions and a nice guy as well.

[@jefferystanfield3284]

Gotta hand it to ya Phil, what a great gentlemanly way to treat people ! Technically since the shipping company created the broken neck and nut problem, the blame was clearly not your fault and yet you still solved the problem way above and beyond the call of duty ! Only a true gentleman who cares about people would have done such outstanding work in that situation. Congratulations on a great job well done !!! A tip of the hat to the parts suppliers too !

[@jdr214]

From Everyone watching, Thank you to Graphtech for helping Phil in this great series!

[@fiveaces1029]

Phil, your integrity is something everyone should strive to achieve. Good for you! Way to go Graphtech!!!. I love "Sharpen my Axe"

[@fiveaces1029]

Way to go Darkmoon Pickups! Wow what a difference!

[@isaacjohnson.]

Phil you are the best. Your approach, honesty, and ethics are exactly what shined through when I first started watching your videos way back when, and this just was above and beyond! You are a man of good character, and I love watching your success as your channel grows. Love your idea of donating the fixed Epi too. Impressive Phil, impressive!

[@puppyy780]

Watching one of these videos for the first time because I may be getting an Epiphone soon and wow. You've sold yourself way beyond what you would ever need to! You're such a kind hearted and honest person. I've always loved your channel and I have another reason to ever more!

[@therealjoshbest5386]

Very cool of you. That was awesome. Huge difference in the sound. I'm going to have to check out this pick ups for one of my les Paul's :) keep up the great work!

[@Bradp18]

Love this video series! That was very generous of you Phil. It is this type of behavior and your honest, genuine down to earth approach that makes your channel the best on KZbin! Keep up the great content!

[@roblewis7186]

Phil I swear videos like these give me so much happiness. I love mod videos and what you did to find him a new guitar after the shipping issue was so nice.

[@asmallfarmhomestead3657]

The level of effort you put into this....absolutely amazingly above and beyond, truly generous

[@MrBillinchar]

I signed up to be a Patreon because of this video. unbelievable commitment to your viewers. I will also consider any of the products you are using first in any upgrades or repairs I will undertake. Keep up the great work.

[@JamesMilsonAuthor]

This video clearly demonstrates why you are the best! Great videos, learning a lot, and hope they continue.

[@HigzyTeflon]

The best feel-good video I've watched in a long while. Lucky man, that Bob. Nice gesture for sure, Phil. Brought a tear to my eye it did.

[@coopertrost3816]

I seriously love this series

[@thebat6900]

that is awesome way to go above and beyond phil

[@BarqB]

You Rock Phillip!! That was truly cool of you.

[@ukjfan]

superb service and dedication to us fans and your customers, thanks for your service to us and keep rockin'!

[@rockdinosaur666]

Very generous from Phil. Hats off to you and the companies for that.

[@aipsong]

great video, and it is heartwarming to see that generosity lives and thrives on your channel - thanks

[@patrickmulder2450]

Damn, I'd say that was going above and beyond! Nice work Phil.

[@mylemonblue3070]

Every time I watch this one it just makes me happy. Thank you dude for being who you are! may God be with you prosper you always!❤️❤️

[@joesheeran1]

Great video! You very knowledgeable and a gentleman. Bob must be thrilled. The world needs more Phil’s.

[@michaelkeeton7820]

Kudos to you Phil for making this one right... Definitely ordering a set of ratio tuners....

[@martb8022]

Class act, above and beyond. I can tell you ran the kind of guitar shop I would have loved to shop at.

[@jtfritchie]

Your decency is really impressive. I wish that more were like you.

[@stojan84]

Wow, man!! All I can say is that you are really honest and good person. That's what is missing these days! And excellent job as always! Cheers from Serbia, Phil!

[@davepett6531]

I always enjoy what ever you cover .

[@pablobobatty4720]

Man Phil, you're the coolest most amazing guy! 👏👏👏

[@anyday82]

Way to go Phil! Really a class above to reverse an unfortunate situation into something cool

[@jabot4]

100% respect and appreciate what you do Mr. Phil.

[@jeffhebert9643]

Phil you are a gentleman . ...that's really cool. Too bad it happened but looking forward to the repair video.

[@grant.m.ball0603]

Phil your such a good man that was awsome of you to get him another guitar sense his head stock was damaged in shipping phil your are the man keep up the good work; ;-)

[@wastelandviking4547]

wow phil...i'm a new sub that is at day one of guitar playing (former drummer) and i found your channel along with a few others, and i am totally blown away by your generosity and love of the craft. If this is indicative of the guitar playing community...I'm in for life...I am happy to be a fan of yours and thank you!

[@johnfromturtlecreek]

This is why we love you Phil. Stand up guy that goes the extra mile to make things right with no BS and games. Kudos!