The 2022 Epiphone Les Paul Custom is a winner ~ Joey Zampella / LIFE OF AGONY

Just want to thank ‪@OfficialEpiphone‬ and my Gibson rep Maclovio Perez for sending me these amazing brand new 2022 Epiphone Les Paul Customs. They are incredible guitars and are deserving of all the praise I can possibly give them. I'm really blown away by the quality, sound & finish. With these Epi's, it is now possible for anyone that has been wanting the look, tone characteristics and feel of an LP Custom, to be able to grab one at a fraction of the cost. It's a home run... #epiphonelespaul #epiphone #lifeofagony #gibson #gibsonguitar #lespaulcustom #lespaulguitar #joeyzampella

[@TheWaggaBloke]

I Totally agree I’m Stoked With Mine as well Totally Worth It

[@Titof401]

thank you for your honesty

[@MrBallsOfficial]

Those look really impressive! I like how the 2022 models have the larger diamond inlay on the headstock and the black pickup ring screws. I didn’t play my Gibson LP custom out much because I didn’t want to break it. These would fill that void for sure. New headstocks are much better looking as well.

[@yeti1002]

Thanks for your honest review of the custom Epiphone guitars 👍

[@dragan4658]

Epiphone has always been very good quality and Gibson saw that way back thats why they bought out Epiphone. Thanks for sharing.

[@Edward1312]

Its remarkable how much the Epi looks like the Gibson. I understand they sound a lot alike too. Amazing how good the Epiphones are becoming, nearly as good as the early Kalamazoo Epiphones!

[@mattbrumhead655]

These custom’s probably are as good, considering the ebony fretboard. The only thing the others are missing is the rosewood, but we all now that situation sadly…

[@davidyule1973]

A great guitar. I bought the Epi custom first and then the Gibosn LP Custom, both in ebony. Love both of them

[@franniefromvenice]

I have that Epi, bought it a month ago. I can't put it down it's so good. Once I have saved up again I'm gonna replace the pickups as well, but even as it is it's beyond awesome

[@nieko3038]

Hey man. I think it is awesome you touring with that Epiphone. Awesome it comes with an ebony board now as it should be. Have some good LOA memories. Cheers

[@retrocny5625]

So glad Epiphone finally changed the headstock design to look more like the traditional Gibson head stock, and they made the diamond headstock inlay bigger as well it looks like. The LPC is my favorite guitar design that's ever been created, especially white w/ gold hardware. I have various MIJ (Edwards and Navigator) LPC copies that I cherish, as well as my '89 Ebony Gibson. I love them all dearly. I had always looked at epiphones in the past and I couldn't get around the headstock design, the lack of an ebony fingerboard, and the rather crappy electronics and general craftsmanship....but the last time I was really looking at them was probably 10 years ago at least so it sounds like a lot has changed. I may have to check one out next time I'm guitar shopping, especially the new Matt Heafy models which people are raving about and selling so well.

[@batphink2655]

You can see a mile away how happy you are with these guitars! I had an Ep LP Custom in Heritage Cherry Sunburst all gold hardware made in China from about 2009 and I loved it. It looked, played and sounded amazing sadly I had to sell it a lot of music gear back then due to financial restraints .Damn I wish I could buy it back. Will check out your band!

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Thanks bat!!!!! They're really holding up well on the road!

[@timothyweesner6286]

I agree 100%!!! Epiphone is killing it lately!! Nice to see a professional musician giving praise to a sub $1000 guitar that deserves it!!! Waiting for you guys to come around the Indiana, Michigan , Ohio, Illinois area for a show!

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

We'll get out there very soon Tim! Some announcements for our 2023 anniversary tour are right around the corner, so keep an eye out \,,/

[@theorganicveilradio6623]

I got this for my first guitar! LOVE IT!!!

[@petedetraglia4776]

I bought an Epi Les Paul Custom Pro in Koa Wood a few months ago. Absolutely love it...I love the phase switch built in as it gives the guitar a very unique sound when used. I play it throught a Boss Katana modeling amp and downloaded several vintage Marshall tube amp setups from the internet...I love the clean, blues, and rock sounds out of this guitar. Setup changed to 9 gauge, lowered action, and this guitar in my oppinion is better than the 2 Gibson Les Paul studios I owned in the 1990s.

[@richbriggs6053]

Years ago, I got the Epiphone prophecy plus custom. Love it, it's has EMG pickups. I recently got a limited color 60's type smokehouse bratwurst color from Sweetwater. You have to play what you can afford, and Epiphone hits that out of the park!

[@bravenewbat1853]

I recently got both of those myself, and I really love them.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

awesome & congrats \,,/

[@angloviking3798]

I bought a 2020 epiphone dot. I went in trying gibson 335s, eastman t486, and many other 335 style guitars. Honestly, it didn't come down to money, the epiphone just felt and played the best in my hands.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Right!! I agree, they just feel correct in your hands...

[@greengelacid2061]

I don’t have this one, but I do have an Adam Jones Epiphone Les Paul Custom…it has become my favorite guitar…it has everything: sound, look, and feel…Epiphone has really done the Les Paul name proud I think…

[@PJCobi]

Just picked up a used one in mint condition… Killer guitar! Love the ebony fretboard!

[@AljonGo]

Thanks for the high praise Joey. Glad you’ve got these new Epiphones as part of your rig. Mac is a great guy to work with too. 🙌🤘😎

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

THANK YOUUU!! Now I'm eyeing one of those Brent Hinds Flying V Custom's to add to my arsenal... Or maybe I should speak with Epi about a "Joey Z" Custom V!!!

[@garywebb5058]

Yep, I really like Epiphone. I have the Epiphone 1959 LP Standard Limited Edition Lemon Burst, Epiphone Slash November Burst, and just picked up the Epiphone Ebony Custom five days ago. Plan on purchasing the white one as well…….. Oh, and the Jerry Cantrell Wino. Epiphone is knocking it out of the park right now as far as I’m concerned. Great guitars and quality builds.

[@DennisdeLange]

Ha I followed your advice and just picked up a second hand one Epi LP custom; thanks for the push brother!

[@chuckdraper]

I agree… I have the 2015 black back Epi LP custom. I was amazed how it felt when I picked it up for the first time. I play it as much maybe more than my Gibson LPC. I did swap out the pick up’s for SD Pearly Gates…

[@luthravin4774]

I couldn’t agree more.. My Epi Bonamassa “Amos” and the new release Epi JB 62’ ES-335!! Perfect!!

[@mr3klax]

Thank you for your honest opinion. It’s April 2024 as I write this comment and the internet is buzzing as Epiphone releases a new batch of Inspired by Gibson premium guitars in collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop. For $500 more you get the proper Gibson open book headstock along with proper and period correct Gibson specs like pickups, electronics, wiring etc etc. Plus a premium hard shell case with an Epiphone-Gibson Custom commemorative logo, that is also on the guitar. I’m waiting for my Custom in Alpine White to arrive tomorrow. And, I am pre-ordering from Sweetwater the Ebony version in time for Father’s Day. It’s an interesting time but Life is good. Cheers.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

That's great ~ I have a call set with my rep about the new 2024 models. Very excited about the new releases \,,/

[@jamesseverin]

I have been playing my new jerry cantrell epiphone custom more then my gibson les pauls lately! Like you im blown away on how good these epiphone customs have become! I just cant seem to put it down to play my gibson pauls.. Awesome guitars

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Agree totally!!! Just seem to keep picking these up!!

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

I want to try out the Cantrell. I tried several Standards at GC and unfortunately couldn't find one with decent frets. Should've tried the Custom i guess. Edit: plus I wasn't a fan of the Standards fretboard wood.

[@Zoso981]

I really think that Epiphone takes a little more time building the signature models, like yours. I just got my new Epiphone Adam Jones Custom and this guitar amazes me. Well worth the money, especially considering what the new Gibson Customs are going for. ✌️🎸

[@Mr.CliffysWorld]

Love my 2015 Epi L P Custom (it's a Black-beauty & I also have an ES-335 'black beauty WEbony and gold hrdwre) and my 2008 Studio ( Heritage Cherry Sunburt. I call it the Jimmy Page Burst . It's very pretty . Flame maple top ) i'd rarher sell one of my Gibbys than either of those two Epis . The Epi's stay in tune SOOOO much better than those Gibbys . Those two Epi LP's are as good as their Gibson counterparts I own . I bought my first Epi thinking " I HAVE to have a Les Paul like guitar for the road and for gigs let & the Epi blew me away so then i got the 08 Jimmy Psgenurst LP Studio for them take the wear and tare and mileage from road. Kok I want to keep my nice guitars. . Well . Nice ! lol

[@Dudesbrewsguitarreviews]

I’ve got a white and black one by the inspired line plus 2 of the regular ones and it’s right inline with Gibson. Love these guitars!

[@DeWittPotts]

As a 'weekend warrior' I need a guitar that can cover a lot of tonal range. I recently bought a Epiphone Les Paul Modern in Caribbean Blue Fade. That guitar has not left my hands since I received it. The quality of this guitar was astounding. The fit and finish were beautiful. The Gibson version sells for $3k and does not come in a flame top. The Epiphone was $700. shipped to me door. Between the coil split (Gibson uses a coil tap) and the phase switch this guitar covers a tremendous amount of ground. Being older my back appreciates the modern weight relieve too. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a LES PAUL guitar to check out the amazing Epiphone line.

[@mountainpeakcloud8442]

I've always wanted a black Gibson LP Custom, but never could afford one, so I'm seriously considering getting one of these, especially after hearing your ringing endorsement. Been a fan of Life of Agony since I first heard you guys in the 90s... I was one of the few metal head kids growing up in Hong Kong, where no bands ever toured, lol, but your music helped fill that void.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

I truly feel you can't beat what you get for such a good price on these things. Thank you for the LOA love, so glad we've been part of your journey \,,/

[@mountainpeakcloud8442]

@@JoeyzMOGstudio Thank you Joey, appreciate it!

[@mikewatkins3533]

I got mine from AMS last week in black. Love it and cheers!!🍺🍺🍺😎🎸🎸

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Awesome

[@loupascarelli]

I have the Epi version on this beauty .. And it is way too good for me , as I stink it up , quite often .. You are correct in your praise of this "Black Beauty " .. Thanks for the video !

[@johndingess2238]

I bought 1 from Sweetwater actually had the weights of each guitar so obviously i ordered the heaviest 1, never even held 1 before I took it out of the box & I love it, closest I could come to my cousins 78' LP Pro that I learned on, under $1,000,

[@motorrebell]

Epiphone really stepped up !! I got myself an Coronet & it EXEEDED my expectations by far ! I was shocked & suprised that it has a ONE PIECE NECK thru HEADSTOCK design ! ( with small added sides on top! ) FLAWLESS Guitar ! A Resonating Rock machine !

[@weightoawesome3455]

Ill take those pickups after you swap em out lol! I just got the white one 2 weeks ago and I love it!

[@loupascarelli]

I really didn't wait to finish watching the vid , when I wrote my response .. HAHAHAHA ! Joey, SIR , WOW , you are so correct .. I have a EPI Stud . and it is nowhere close to this axe.. I own a Gibson 335 TL from '67 , and it is my main axe.. But this Black Beauty is all you say & more .. Youi have "Nailed it " .. Thanks ..

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Thanks Louis!! They're really great. Loving jamming on them.

[@mr.astrophysics9115]

I have a 2021 Epiphone Custom Koa Les Paul I would never chose a Gibson over my Epiphone..

[@reddsshaker3477]

I have a ‘21 Epi Black Beauty Les Paul Custom, and it is absolutely phenomenal. Solid mahogany body and ebony fretboard sealed the deal for me. As close is it gets to my ‘07 Gibson Les Paul Custom Historic R7BB ‘57 Black Beauty, minus the hefty price tag.

[@solutionrecruiter7130]

i have an epiphone and it seems with a few upgrades that thing will be solid...the input jack buzzes sometimes...but its a rock solid workhorse

[@Zoso981]

I own a new Alpine White Epiphone Les Paul Custom with Bare Knuckles, it's freaking KILLER. I also just got my new Epiphone Adam Jones Les Paul Custom and words can't describe how much I love this guitar.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

I know... I saw the new Adam Jones model and my jaw dropped... I'm afraid to ask Epi for anything else.. They've been so kind already. I think the next step though is to create my very own Flying V Custom with them, Gibson influenced of course.

[@willnewsome6222]

Love it bro!! I hate taking my ‘91 Standard on tours/gigs, actually been checking out the Epiphones LP’s. That custom is gorgeous!!! I just ordered an Epi Explorer today, can’t wait to get it!!!! Can’t wait to see you cats in Columbus coming up soon. Cheers!!

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Cheers Will!!!!! \,,/

[@cogitarecerdo7860]

This is a great guitar, even when I play it when it's not connected to an amp, I can feel and hear its body resonating great.

[@steveread645]

Lucky enough to have a 2006 FujiGen Epi Custom Elitest. HOLY MARIA. I've had some Gibson guys just drool over it, and for good reason. There was an entire factory dedicated to building just those customs. If you EVER find the Japanese version of this guitar (they stopped in 2006 I think) they are called the Elitest and boy are they.

[@maxxawesome7412]

Just bought one of these. It’s got a good bit of fret buzz when tuned out of the box at a few different strings/frets. I have done nothing but tune it. No professional set up. But my other guitars don’t have this problem and I haven’t really done set ups on them. Is that normal to have feet buzz out of the box (a few high/low frets when testing with a straight edge). Trying to decide on keeping or returning the guitar. Thanks!

[@trevor4533]

Supposedly the new "inspired by" Epi Les Paul custom is coming out next month with the open book headstock. Very interested to see how those guitars turn out. Fingers crossed they're on par with the Japanese Epiphones from back in the day.

[@richleskovec4075]

I just bought one from Sweetwater 2 months ago. I always wanted a Gibson custom but I can’t justify $5000 minimum. Sweetwater rep gave me 15% off so it was only $620. So I had it plek’d with the savings and custom setup and it was still less than $1000. It is awesome. Ive played for 50 years on and off with a 70 Cortez LP knockoff and decided to get back to playing seriously and get a good guitar. It’s night and day and I played both the Epis and the Gibsons at the Gibson Garage in Nashville and the Epi is every bit as good for 85% less.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Great choice Rich... Good luck with your new Epi !!

[@theeholygoalie]

I have the white one. Its a fantastic guitar.

[@Guilhermetmfranco]

those things are BEEEAUTIFUUUL

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Right??!!!!!

[@TonyMartin-xg1rd]

I got one of these late last year man and I totally agree with you. Never had or played the Gibson but this guitar is absolutely phenomenal for the money. Like you I’m thinking of swapping the bridge pickup out but they really don’t sound too bad. It’s really comforting to know that you as a proud Gibson LP custom owner rate this Epiphone as much as I do 👍🏼

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

You def get it Tony... I was so impressed with these guitars when they arrived, that I had to do a video on my gut reaction to them. Just looking to help people make a good decision. The pickups they come with are not bad at all, and could prob cover most genres, but I'm personally very particular about that part of my setup.

[@TonyMartin-xg1rd]

@@JoeyzMOGstudio hey man thanks for the reply. I’ve not listened to any Life of Agony before but I’m going to give it a listen just due to the fact you seem such a cool guy and down to earth as well, often a rare mix!! Take care buddy

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

@@TonyMartin-xg1rd Thanks Tony ~ Glad to know that comes through!

[@frankmoss2497]

​@@JoeyzMOGstudioHey Joey can you do a video showing your old Jackson's, Gibson's, Schecter's, etc.

[@michaelsinAWE]

I’ve owned a white one for over a year. Threw a Duncan custom 5 in the bridge for a little more output and locking tuners on… it’s one of my favorites in my collection. And it’s a 1/4 price of some of them.. I actually just ordered a black one this week to go with it. Gonna do the exact setup in a different tuning. They’re so good for the money.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Great choice of pickup to put in there... I really like the sound and feel of a Custom 5

[@michaelsinAWE]

@@JoeyzMOGstudioI’ve had it in a few other guitars but the tone it gets in this guitar is superior.

[@user-er3lp9pc5e]

I've got both the Epiphone Les Paul Custom Black Beauty and the Limited Edition Koa Top. Both are killer guitars and I've been a Gibson player since 1977. Go figure.

[@CorentinPecnard]

Those are amazing guitars ! Now I want them to release a 3 pickups version, and that's an immediate buy for me

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

ohhhhh yes \,,/

[@kimseniorb]

they did, its a bonamassa signature

[@kimseniorb]

the epiphone has a different pickup placement spot, both pickups are further from the bridge saddles than on gibson(you can see the shorter fretboard after the 22nd fret on epi) so it sounds more like an ibanez/musicman/fender than a gibson

[@Aries_Alpha]

The new Epiphone "inspired by Gibson line" are exceptional vale for money. I picked up the SG standard and it's identical to my Gibson.

[@SubutaiTuul]

oh no.. i wish i didnt discover this guitar, i love black LP's and ive wanted a black beauty since i first saw one, i already got the epi 1959.. now i want this as well, and i am for sure getting it

[@scottbrower9052]

Other than the gaudy gold accessories and pickups, it's perfect.

[@mikecarbone828]

Greetings Joey! You don’t have to put your guitar under the plane ✈️, you can put it in the overhead storage instead. I would not have any stringed instrument put in the cargo bay of any aircraft, it is not heated and can ruin stringed instruments almost completely. I have flown with a brand new Epiphone Les Paul and I carried it onto the airplane myself and put it in the overhead storage bin. This would be my recommendation for you whenever you are flying somewhere, and have to take your guitar with you. The Epiphone Les Paul Custom Guitars have coil splits too, and the pickups sound great also. Thank you for posting this video! Please have an excellent and awesome day! ☀️✨🎸

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Hey Mike! Yes, thank you, I know, but I travel with up to four instruments... and the flight case for my Les Pauls is a double case (holds two guitars), way too big and bulky to bring into the main cabin of an aircraft. My Flying V cases are giant as well, and also don't fit in overheads, and I've had airlines tell me at the airport that I had to purchase an extra seat on the aircraft for the guitar, if I wanted to bring it on... asking for $1500 on the spot. It's a nightmare, but, I've learned that traveling with the right flight cases protects the guitars really well when going underneath. Also, you have to lessen the tension of the strings to help the neck relax for the flight. Happy Holidays! \,,/

[@donthewatcher8835]

cheers Joey i got a Epi custom Alpine 2021 i put gold 490r/498t p/u 's in it and i got a 2017 Epi Custom Black beauty with coil taps i put seymor duncan P-rails in it and yes these are monsters, i did have bare knuckles in it until i tried P rails which changed the game and is my favorite over my gibsons i played in the studio and people were commenting on how killer the black beauty was. it was aggressive and cut through the mix . peace Joey.....

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

That's awesome! Yeah, I'm really loving these BK Holy Diver pickups lately.. Nice and clear, with a thick defined low end. It just sounds great with my Mesa rig.

[@killerdude35]

I have the Ace Frehley "Budokan" Epiphone custom model. It's sensational! Epiphone has been putting in work! I'm thinking about getting one of the koa wood Epiphone Les Paul customs as well! Hey Joey, one small suggestion, ditch the "kidney" tuners and slap some key style tuners on those! On LP customs it just looks "right"!

[@mariomessina6389]

I feel stock they are great only thing I would change is the 3 way toggle to a switch kraft , buy a better tailpiece like a Faber and of course a pro setup , making sure the intonation and frets are good . These guitars are worth the money , it's amazing what u get for $729 US dollars. Closest guitar in look and sound to the Gibson les paul custom

[@SeanFlaharty]

Very nice! I remember you bringing out that original Gibson after a show at the Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio. We had chatted about that guitar before but you brought it out from the bus and told me its history while I held it. You even showed me a small crack near the headstock or someplace that happened when you dove off a stage in (I think) Rhode Island. I think you had to go to the hospital as you busted your head on the floor. I think you even said you recorded River Runs Red with it. I am glad to see you still have that beast! I hope all is well!

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

That was my black Les Paul Standard that I dove off the stage in RI with!!! The headstock did indeed snap off and ended up on the wall at the Hard Rock in Manhattan!

[@SeanFlaharty]

@@JoeyzMOGstudio No way! That's awesome. Glad to see you on here, Joey!

[@SeanFlaharty]

@@JoeyzMOGstudio I don't do other social media so I apologize that I am putting this in here, but I just finished watching the new documentary this evening. Not ashamed to admit I cried. You guys are the best and I have such an appreciation for everything you do. I hope everyone watches this thing. It's absolutely stunning. Just got my ticket for the Columbus show in March. See you there, buddy!

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

@@SeanFlaharty Thanks so much Sean, this means so much!

[@SeanFlaharty]

@@JoeyzMOGstudio I know this isn't the proper place to leave a comment about a show, but I don't do any other social media, so be it! :). I just wanted to say that I was completely floored by your show in Columbus a few days ago. It my was first time seeing you guys in many years and you didn't disappoint. Seeing Mina perform is incredible as I, as well as everyone else, can tell she is very happy. The whole band performed insanely good and looked happy as well.. Easily the best time I have seen you guys play. I wanted to say hello in person as it's been too many years, but I had to leave as soon as the show ended, unfortunately. I hope to see you guys again, but until then, keep kicking major ass out there. You guys deserve all the love continuing to come your way! Love ya, brother!

[@watchtonystube]

Hell yeah, picked up a brand new Alpine White Epi LP custom at Guitar Center $649 out the door tax exempt Popped some gold LP knobs on right away, gold keystone Grover locking machine heads, StewMac premium wire kit with push/pull 500k pots, orange drop capacitors, gold Switchcraft 3way toggle and output jack, gold / gold post DiMarzio Super Distortion bridge humbucker, white / gold posts Steve Morse neck humbucker , I swapped the two volume positions so the bridge knob is close to the bridge p/u Fukn amazing Epi for sure. Got it for a standard E flat tune guitar, I typically play PRS standard 22, IBZ and LTD guitars. Always wanted a LP custom so I got it for the E flat stuff. Sik guitar 🤘

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

YES! Absolutely love this... I'm sure it sounds and plays great.

[@raulromo7930]

with same pickups a comparison would be great to hear

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

So, I've gotten A LOT of messages here (and elsewhere) asking for an actual sound clip or "demo" of these two Epiphone LP Customs, and I thought, best is to let you hear them in action, live, straight out of my current rig. I'm out here in Europe right now doing a few festivals and giving these babies a test spin... Here's a fan shot clip from Romania: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoW2gayEeceCns0 These are the only guitars I took with me this time... That's how much confidence I have in them and their tone.

[@scottcummings8602]

Nice, do you find that the Les Paul digs into your ribs when playing? Thanks

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

most definitely

[@loupascarelli]

I have one like you are showing here [ L P Custom Pro with push pull pots ] Everything you say is true .. Just lost the action at the lower end of the fretboard where the low E has a 1/2 inch space .. Do not understand what does this .. Otherwise , with my tiny hands / fingers , I can still get some playtime on this amazing guitar ..

[@trl6913]

To the " House of Stephopolus" and Epi's Sound's 150 anniversary in 2023!!!

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

wow!!! SICK \,,/

[@trl6913]

30 years afore yon Gibsons. yuck uck uck uck.....

[@gscgold]

My dad bought me a White 88 custom les paul in 88. My friend opened a music store, and I got it at his cost. My biggest regret, as far as instruments, is selling that guitar.

[@edwardbush8848]

Joey I was literally standing next to you, when you snapped the neck off the les Paul at Club Babyhead, I believe I saw it years later at the Hard Rock in Times Square?

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

Wow Ed! Yes, that is correct!! I had to go to the hospital for stitches after the show.

[@edwardbush8848]

Love ya dudes, that was my first LOA show and I took my oldest daughter to her first LOA show at the Lost Horizon back in January, good times

[@niagaraAV]

I got the white one….equally impressed. Put Burstbuckers in it….can’t put it down.

[@kirkhensley5870]

I began my Gibson journey with an Epiphone Les Paul (Black) custom and thanks to that first heroin-like shot I'm now addicted to the Gibson Les Paul brand. (Pay no attention to the Gretchen in the photo) All my Gibsons are named after women I wanted or had and they're a lot safer than all of the women I've known! What did'ja call those ladies? Great choices man! Good on ya!

[@xavierbalzola863]

I have a house full of Gibsons.....11 Les Pauls....and I have 4 of these NEW Epiphones....and if you close your eyes or turn around...you CANNOT tell which one I am playing.....paying 5K for a piece of wood to impress your friends....is just crazy...and stupid.....these Customs are 98.99999....percent there with the Gibsons....buy them...change the bridge to one with rollers....and the sustain is endless....

[@kiddkoolarrow7904]

Very nice and similar to both of mine on my channel.

[@Edward1312]

Are you going to get the new inspired by Epiphone Customs with the open book headstock?

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

I am about to have a call with my rep about this! I'm very excited about these new releases. Epiphone is really putting out some great stuff.

[@Edward1312]

Joey I'm assuming that you are still acting as a brand ambassador for Gibson then? It will be great if you can get the new releases and make a video, can you promise to do that please?

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

@@Edward1312 I'm waiting to hop on a call with my rep and see what they could send to me. Once they do, I do indeed plan on making another video to talk about the new releases. Very excited about these new Epi's!

[@Edward1312]

@@JoeyzMOGstudio Great to hear that Joey and I look forward to seeing the video!

[@saelaird]

I have a 2002 Epi Les Paul, and it's an absolute beast... still. It's gotten better, in fact.

[@kingsclips9371]

Price?

[@stuartmiller7419]

Joey is right - if you've ever wanted an LP Custom, you owe it to yourself to get one... but be quick. Gibson are trying very hard (and succeeding) to impress with their Epiphone 'inspired by Gibson' line atm, as they are in the process of repositioning Epiphone in the market by creating what amount to 'quality bargain' versions of Gibson originals. I doubt prices will stay this low once they have finished doing this. The Epi Custom is top notch and an absolute steal for the current price.

[@richleskovec4075]

True. They have increased $70 since I bought mine 2 months ago.

[@Tonskiislegit]

I just wish Epiphone would use Gibson neck specs. If they did I wouldn’t mind using epiphone

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

I just played both these Epi Customs down in Tampa. We (Life Of Agony) headlined the FYA fest, and I had so many people come up to me afterwards saying the tone I had was sick... And I wasn't even using my own rig. I thought the Epi's did great their first time out with me, and you really get used to the neck profile quickly. Didn't even cross my mind during the set, and I felt comfortable.

[@catdaddy57]

Epiphone is blowing Gibson out of the park lately..... I am looking at one of those right now.....

[@jimmyt5241]

Sounds better than a Gibson 😂 love my epiphone that’s a nice guitar nice choice sweet

[@erichancock4618]

I like that they changed the headstock to look more like a Gibson, never cared for the Epiphone headstock from the last couple/few decades.

[@jcsolomon6470]

Joey,Respecfully,ya resemble a dude,from New Jersey,named Jersey Johnny Flora,in Brick,New Jersey.Hes on you tube.I bought An Alpine White Epi Custom,an Customized it to a 1959 vintage Gibson,gavitt wired,Vintage tone caps,.022 Russian PIO caps,in 59 configuration specs.Dis Bay ta B,RrrrrrrockS,nah!Take care,nah,Joey!,Jcs

[@kostantismp3704]

Εpiphone greek guitar

[@tommya5957]

Looks awesome....if it is so 'badass' why change the pickups?....just sayin

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

I'm very particular to the "feel" of certain pickups. It's a dynamic response to my personal playing that I enjoy. The stock Probuckers sound really good and could def get the job done. I just choose to always set up my guitars in a similar fashion, since I do a lot of switching live and like a consistent tone..

[@BlueberryStinkFinger62]

Removing comments isn't going to change any of the facts and the facts are Epiphones are better than Gibson and if not for Les Paul and Epiphone in 1941 there would be No Gibson Les Paul guitar today..

[@Coolbeans1492]

An lp custom made in the custom shop is a far cry from standard usa. standard usa is most definitely not worth the money and an mij tokai is much better than gibson or epiphone. But a custom shop is better than all of them and lp customs only come from there.

[@archivestereo]

Oh I wanted the black one until you showed me that white one.

[@xDamageProducer]

That Gibson is not a Black Beauty. Black Beauty’s have P90’s.

[@chrisdaviesguitar]

FFS get to the point. I lost the will to live and left.

[@TheMrMRsmoke]

How much did epiphone pay yall 😂 to do comparison with no playing whatsoever and telling people to buy one without trying 💀

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

$0.00... I made this video on my own will, and Epiphone didn't even know I was making it. It's also not a comparison, as I stated in the video. Just my opinion on this affordable well made instrument. You got the wrong guy buddy...

[@RcNerd]

What gauge and tuning do you use.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

The black one is in "D standard" & the white one "C standard" ~ Two main tunings for Life Of agony songs

[@RcNerd]

Man that's so you.

[@MrBhcole]

Owning a 76 Custom... Epiphones rule for guilt free rocking. Definitely not a 4 figure difference in sound or playability. At all.

[@joshsmith7033]

They don't come with Grover tuners. They come with Wilkinson tuners. This guy is wrong.

[@JoeyzMOGstudio]

I stand corrected. At the time my excited 51 year old eyes saw what they wanted, and read the logo wrong. The tuners look almost identical to Grovers when glancing over them. Sorry there "guy".

[@albertbridges3544]

So glad I found this video! Do not waste your time = Promo`SM!!