Successful Safari Hunt! 2017 Gibson Les Paul Axcess Modern Custom Rhino Gray | Review + Demo

[@Trog]

For this jam, I asked Mike to musically portray a Rhino who was having a good day, but then something bad would happen. The rhino would then then seek revenge. I think he did a good job. Get this comment to 250 likes and I'll edit up the rhino story. Check out the Video I made for Mike's Channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ62eGWGhaxka8k For Sale: reverb.com/item/17466469-video-2017-limited-run-gibson-modern-les-paul-custom-axcess-rhino-grey?_aid=growsumo&gs_partner=Trogly 0:00 - Safari Intro 0:40 - Rhino LP's Horn 2:43 - Special Finish 3:26 - Specs 4:25 - Pickup Divorce 5:28 - Neck Profile 6:08 - Thinner Body 6:42 - Other Colors 7:13 - Improvements? 8:21 - 1981 LPC vs Rhino Custom 10:51 - Clean Demo 12:09 - Clean Jam 13:18 - Dirty Jam 16:32 - Condition 19:38 - Blacklight 20:26 - Case

[@peyotepete4903]

Animation is aces man!

[@jordanmayer5932]

One of my favourite lp's so far.

[@davidallen346]

I like the 1981 Gibson Custom a lot better in comparison that sunburst gloss finish warms my heart and all the guitar attributes.

[@juaniferritto3249]

Everyday I love you a little more

[@maxein4890]

The intro was so bad and I loved every second lol

[@victorsomething1138]

Wow, this Les Paul is simply stunning

[@dar3mor6]

Good intro Troglio!!!, it's just like the Boca Juniors team heading to the River Plate stadium.

[@BarDog57]

Being a long time Les Paul owner, I've often wondered why Gibson always seems to mess with near perfection. Screw the robot tuners and dip switches. But contour cuts and that axcess heel? Makes me actually desire a NEWER LP. I would not complain if these became standard features of the Les Paul line. Now, if only Gibson would utilize a tapered headstock, similar to PRS, to eliminate the potential for string binding at the nut, they would pretty much fix the issues that steer many players away from a Les Paul - comfort AND tuning stability, and the Les Paul would reign supreme for another half century!

[@markpell8979]

Ditto on all points. Overpriced, should be a Gib catalog item in a lower price class with some color options. Or how about an Epi LP modern with axcess neck joint etc.

[@dalegendpickle1956]

Dude this show is so inspiraing I'm buying a new guitar cuz of you.

[@gskittlez8885]

I love this show...but it gives me a bad itch to browse Reverb to the wee hours of morning!

[@Trog]

Well, if you do, you can feel better knowing you also support the show at the same time if you click one of my links to Reverb prior! reverb.com/item/17466469-video-2017-limited-run-gibson-modern-les-paul-custom-axcess-rhino-grey?_aid=growsumo&gs_partner=Trogly Thanks for watching!

[@EpicStuffMan1000]

@@Trog smooth plus 1 respect on top of the much i have for you lol

[@redbarchettta]

One of the most beautiful Gibson I've ever seen.

[@michaelheaton9503]

That finish is too cool

[@reddoggie100]

Love this. Bought a LP Axcess Custom from Sweetwater. Had them put locking Grovers on and then I added the Custom truss rod cover. The perfect Les Paul in my mind.

[@reddoggie100]

I bought a LP Axcess custom. Added the LP Custom truss rod cover and locking grovers, just like u we’re thinking. It also has ebony fretboard as well. Best LP ever IMHO. :)

[@electricritual4197]

This is how they need to start making Les Paul's. They can still have the Tradition,Classic and Reissues, made the old way. But I think any other model including the Studio's and Faded models should be made this way.

[@shawhennessey3178]

Best intro yet!!

[@drcks]

I like the Rhino Gray finish, it's a pretty light satin gray that looks good for a metal guitar, and with a chrome hardware, it's a match made in heaven.

[@cowtowncustoms2110]

Nice one! That should be a production model!

[@erickleefeld4883]

Headstock volutes are great. Any headstock with a sharper tilt angle (such as a Gibson) that doesn’t also have a volute is inherently defective.

[@neyfidelrosario4679]

Love your vids man

[@silvertoneize]

I was able to purchase a 2016 a couple of months back in a white finish and is by far the best les Paul access stop tail I have ever played

[@KennyRazzell]

Love your show Trogly. Lockdown is giving me the chance to go back through all your videos and I am loving it all. But every time I see Mike playing I can’t help but get super nervous about all his jewellery being so close to all those guitars! Bracelets, watches and necklaces! You are a braver man than i am, if it were my show I’d be tearing them off him before each demo 😅

[@Oilid]

This is so beautiful!!! Congrats on your new safari car!

[@BRAG450]

The finger and hand prints on it make it look even more like rhino skin. I dig it

[@jimcarter6669]

Funny stuff at start! And love the guitar. Would like it!

[@guyfromnj]

Love the color of this guitar. Like the tummy cut too

[@nicirvin1994]

Whoa.. That Demo just drew me right in whole...

[@lespaul6550]

This channel gets better and better every time I drop by. I like the new player, but I also liked the original videos - I can relate to them, you know? Anyways, keep up the excellent work

[@dalenoir6852]

Don't you think the DC Resistance measurements on the bridge pickup (5 min. 20 sec) required some explanation? Other than that, I agree with you on the truss rod cover. Great video, as always.

[@Eventual420]

This is one of those rare occasions where I'm glad I'm up to my ears in debt, because this would be in the cart. The Gold Modern V too. Dayum, this guitar kills.

[@danielkorladis7869]

I really like that volute. It looks really fancy.

[@jamespell8091]

It's June 2023 and was kind of referred to this from a recent video. I have been spying the Modern Doublecut's. This is wicked cool in its electronics. As for the matte finish I'm thinking secondary guitarist (rhythm if you will) with a hell of a lot to say...boldly

[@joshuataft5541]

I live how it looks like primer and realy like the velute on the headstock .I think it looks 👍🫀🎃👌

[@dirkbonesteel]

I don't understand the split bridge pick-up resistance being so low on a hot humbucker. Something is very odd there

[@jcoulter43]

Your humor is spot on my friend! Great review and a very enjoyable video. Merry Christmas! 🎅🎸

[@TheChadPad]

12:46 ya missed where he switched it to middle position. It still says neck there

[@kelakt]

I kinda only have a beaten up gretsch and an epi special, love your videos, makes me dream :b

[@tolvajakos]

hey, man, I also have only crappy guitars, and I keep watching these videos. I don't really think I need a Gibson though. It's just interesting to watch. I still like playing my fairly crappy guitars.

[@The.Adam.D]

Greatest vid uploaded on YT today! Hahaha so funny!

[@tavicotavio]

All your next videos should be done with that australian acent

[@PlayWithYourThumb]

As an Aussie myself I would say worse South African accent ever :)

[@wesleyAlan9179]

@@PlayWithYourThumb ...lol

[@deanlejeune5005]

@@PlayWithYourThumb was deadset trying to figure out what the fuck he was doing before realising it was supposed to be Aussie

[@brownbess]

@@deanlejeune5005 More like Drongly's Guitar Show.

[@tavicotavio]

@@PlayWithYourThumb for me it sounds like a really bad and way too strong australian acent

[@mattharrison4238]

Where’s an extra 4 grand when ya need it? I’ve wanted this guitar since I first saw it announced by Gibson last year. So cool, the finish is just amazing! Great job as usual my man, keep the Gibsons coming please!

[@Selzor]

Love that intro

[@thejkyle]

Woah, loved the video of that thing in the wild, felt like I was right there!

[@Darm0k]

That thing looks amazing.

[@averydeadhorse]

I think the 498T 496R combo is what is in a lot of the Axcess Les Paul’s. I could be wrong but I remember thinking it was strange then

[@stkbkr1]

Volute looks like a stingray tail, should be called the stingray.

[@Trog]

That’s a good one - pairs well with the “stinger” term too

[@wesleyAlan9179]

It pairs well with the Australian accent too

[@tavicotavio]

@@wesleyAlan9179 steve irwin disagrees

[@wesleyAlan9179]

@@tavicotavio ....yeah! Hahahaha, I remember this comment...golly that was a year ago! Haha! I hope you're well,kiddo! 🤟

[@tavicotavio]

@@wesleyAlan9179 yeah time flies right. Doing great just finished a song

[@zakcook2271]

Honestly, that's the first Les Paul I reckon I would own, the colour with that body shape just seems to fit so well, i doubt it'd look as good on an explorer or V

[@mrbluerobin6042]

What a GUITAR NERD ..... awesome🤘

[@Masterfighterx]

That teaser Les Paul though.. Which model is that?

[@richszmal1653]

Keep up the great intro's. This lp reminds me of esp's grey truckster.

[@elevenAD]

Awesome intro!!

[@R2R3Lockingnut]

I really like this one!!! I want a "Rhino Les Paul" 👍🏻 Thank you for sharing this one.

[@jonpaulling]

Another amazing and informative video, thanks! I'd love it if you ever got hold of a Nighthawk or Blueshawk (my current Gibson obsessions)!

[@ciri151]

2:31 holy shit you did not prepare me for that beauty!

[@eduardorosariol9222]

Loved that intro!😂😂😂

[@mariogamutan6513]

Is the bridge pup split or in series/ parallel? The value is more of a parallel, I suppose.

[@kingstonfarm7556]

Good to see a landrover lightweight

[@akc5150]

Sweet looking guitar but I'd rather have a gloss finish with the chrome. Oh, and I know you try and point out every little nick and ding but I did notice a small chip of missing finish right under the lower strap button. 🤓

[@bobbyp1701]

Who wants a Rhino ? I do so I bought one six months ago the black and gold version and it looks beautiful so happy with it but as you said could do with locking tuners

[@Wargasm644]

All Gibson headstocks should have that feature.

[@wrencormier513]

I chose to play a 12 pound guitar, comfort isn't exactly my priority, but the heel joint is cool

[@randysutton2120]

Hilarious intro, and beautiful guitar. Glad I found your channel.

[@torahwarrior2442]

The 498 showing again why gibson rate this pickup so highly...to put it into their customs....custom shop. Picked up a set of 490 498 for cheap and put them into my korean epiphone les paul custom...amazing.

[@zerglisk7482]

Is there a difference between this one vs. The bengal burst custom axcess?

[@johnnypk1963]

A Martin acoustic w Grovers?!

[@blkjakk]

The back of the headstock reminds me of a Sleestack! If they only made it in a Sleestack finish........I like it.

[@scottcalloway4630]

Sleestacks were the best!

[@blkjakk]

Scott Calloway I think a lot of people don’t remember Sleestacks. They were some slow, creepy things weren’t they?!

[@ABustyBanana]

I love how terrible the editing is, it's hilarious. never change that. This show is great.

[@shenlenkedu2280]

The guys playing is less interesting than elevator music . Even though trogly isn't as skilled , I personally enjoyed him playing the guitar more

[@wesleyAlan9179]

I agree

[@nealdew71]

I come hear solely to hear Trogly on guitar . His voice grinds me sometimes though but he can play all right.

[@nealdew71]

@@wesleyAlan9179 A Lloyd Grossman mid atlantic drawl 😂. It's like a disease an American gets after spending time in England. Grossman is originally from Boston I wonder were Trogly is from & the gas station guy is from ?

[@wesleyAlan9179]

@@nealdew71 ..my friend was born and raised here in West Atl. Ga. Thats where im from too.. Idk why he talks like that though.. I think his dad is from somewhere weird though, not sure

[@nealdew71]

@@wesleyAlan9179 Well that blows away Grossmans excuse . The accent doesn't sit well in the UK which is a shame if it belongs to a normal person. Greetings from Scotland 👍

[@Jxnnk]

Okay Mr. Irwin

[@brintinn9950]

Zack Blair of Rise Against has this one

[@land-o-lumox2pieface291]

I re ran this video and noticed , yu don't get any paint or finish(satin is good on the neck)pay more. Looks like a classic custom for 1500.00 a few short years ago. Sounds good.

[@fenderbender9922]

I would call it "The Klingon" if it were mine! I really like it!🖖

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Hahaha, hell yeah!

[@Wargasm644]

But you used a Vulcan greeting 🤔

[@MarkoPavicMusic]

I just got one! Great guitar, thanks for the video!

[@izzyizzm8761]

Sounds plastic might be the fret board?

[@ИльяЗубков-ф8ж]

now its my favorite les paul color

[@sneifert1968]

Well that settles the argument over where the coil splits should be. Volume or tone controls? Players choice.....

[@robbierussell9536]

Sure wished I could find one. I never see these in Florida. Some government models like explorers, Vs and a few Les Paul's..close enough I guess!!!!

[@Trog]

This one is available for sale if you're interested in making an offer reverb.com/item/17466469-video-2017-limited-run-gibson-modern-les-paul-custom-axcess-rhino-grey?_aid=growsumo&gs_partner=Trogly

[@elijahkelley7616]

Hey can you review the Neon Les Pauls? Preferably the green one?

[@Trog]

I like the neon run - hopefully I can find one. I do have a similar Blackout series custom on the block to have a video done on soon!

[@elijahkelley7616]

@@Trog Another guitar I'd like to see a review of is the Schecter Al Jourgensen Signature Triton. I've looked EVERYWHERE on KZbin...and nothing. There are no reviews, no demos, nothing I can find on KZbin regarding this guitar.

[@troywm1016]

that guitar is sick

[@Krouwkaar]

is that a hairline in the heel joint?

[@adamr2684]

I really wish you play the samples and not your buddy Mike. Not that he’s a bad player just enjoy your playing and I get a better feel for the tones of the guitars.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

I agree

[@Wargasm644]

Yup

[@vernonhoover1387]

I dig the gloss and gold.and dig the rhino 🎷! And different pups on these,hmmm.sure miss the ebony fingerboard tho.still pretty sweet!

[@sassycat]

Dat intro doe... 😆💯

[@ohmvelena8851]

No rhino was harmed when filming this right? Love your chanel!

[@Trog]

Catch and Release!

[@Wraith35]

You tease! Showing off that other guitar was not fair!

[@simondoutre6225]

I just painted my Jr, when it was primed it looked just like this before I put the olive drab satin on lol. Sharkskin more than rhino hide. Or panel beater special. Also having a plain glossy truss nut cover on a nice satin headstock is a crime

[@86HAWK1]

8 people turned up their rhinoceros hating noses!

[@DigiPal]

What was the retail price for this guitar?

[@simmonphoenix3206]

Gibson painter: boss we are out of color paint, I just primed it. What do you want to do? Boss: just leave it, we will call it something grey.. like rhino or something!?! Painter: you sure boss it looks unfinished. Boss: yea and skip the clear too. How about $5000? That seems fair for a half finished guitar with a custom name. Painter: ok boss, you know what the people want!

[@MikeCindyWhite]

Nice one bro!

[@mr.rjryno5274]

for some reason all i can see is the scratches when the guy is strumming with watches on. Not a problem on personal guitars, but for reselling is a no no. I think he might have put a majority of them on it at 17:41. Otherwise good review, I've already watched a couple times, because I"m buying one soon.

[@davideatwell6577]

It's beautiful

[@markjamesmeli2520]

Weird finish, but I love it. It'd be great if Gibson did an ES335 like this.

[@johnhenfrey5936]

Really nice guitar no doubt about that, it should sell quickly for you.

[@cyb3r3vil30]

DB intro was nice But really enjoy watching you get better at guitar I'd rather see you wing Metallica ZZTop and so on This guy is good enough to start his on channel

[@separateglances1]

Interesting accents at the beginning, ranging from deep South through South Africa to Australia :)

[@Trog]

Maybe a little Scottish in there too! haha

[@separateglances1]

@@Trog :D

[@mauser8515]

I swear Gibson has had their heads up their asses for decades. It is so easy to contour a body/neck joint. There's no reason beyond laziness that could explain why all Les Pauls aren't shaped like this at the heal.

[@Wargasm644]

It’s called “consumer base”. Most of the Gibson clientele want traditional specs and appearances. I like both. But lean towards contemporary. That’s why I own Gibson’s and ESP’s . But Gibson has plenty of modern spec’d guitars if you want one. It has nothing to do with Gibson being lazy.

[@DoctorEnigma01]

If I had my own Trogley guitar show I would have a warehouse full of guitars and be dead broke!

[@elvis_chen]

This is how Gibson should do for modern Les Paul.

[@mattfromcleveland]

I loooove matte finishes. I haaaate this color. Lol

[@GoFindAsafeSpace]

You should go work for gibson! Then maybe they would get their shit together lol. You always have great ideas that make complete sense when it comes to model design...great video bud👊

[@mikaschwarzer1977]

I think this one used Zach Blair of Rise against on their latest tour

[@ShamanicSavant]

Not a fan of the finish, as someone else said it looks like primer and not a proper finish. I like the Apex volute but the Axcess neck joint went the other direction as far as style. The comfort carve on a Custom is a huge ergonomic improvement. I personally think Gibson only got it half right with these. Finish wise I'd rather have seen a gloss translucent gray over figured maple. I have something similar, a 2018 Modern Les Paul Custom "Heartwood" series. It has the Apex volute and Comfort Carve belly scarf with a traditional long tenon neck joint. Highly figured heartwood maple cap and the entire guitar is finished in an antique wine red. Mine came with Custom Buckers, '59 medium C neck profile, all hide glue construction, hand wired harness, CTS 500k audio taper pots, reissue frets, ebony board, Nashville ToM, Grover locking tuners, etc. It's a phenomenal guitar and for me the perfect blend of Gibson traditional and modern. Ergonomically it feels and plays like a modern guitar, but the vibe is pure vintage like an old violin. I loved my Standard, but this is definitely a WAY nicer instrument on so many levels. What I really appreciate about it is the vintage vibe without vintage problems and the artistry it took to achieve it. It also had the most perfectly cut nut I've ever seen on a new guitar and that includes my PRS McCarty 594. Say whatever you want about Gibson, but when they get it right nothing else compares. It's not something that shows up on paper. You can't really put your finger on it, because it's a "vibe" that resonates with the heart... not the brain :)

[@JimmyNevski]

What song is the guy playing at 10.35? Anyone

[@kirkprell4493]

Doobie Brothers, long train runnin'