The Captain Meets Mark Agnesi of Gibson Guitars

[@DarkstarPerez]

Should have done a blindfold challenge with him and made him identify the authentic guitars from others.

[@XlouietheflyX]

Drop them on the floor. The broken headstocks you collect afterwards are all authentic

[@kewlbns69]

most underrated comment of 2019!

[@rasakiayodele7479]

If other companies are making guitars that are indistinguishable from Gibson originals, doesn’t that support Gibson’s claims?

[@enzoiovine2077]

The one gets out of tune in 5 minutes is an authentic gibson

[@Hendrllx]

I was dabbing so hard, I almost broke my shoulder!

[@EgorKlenov]

I came here for the comments, but all comments here are about coming here for the comments.

[@MaxAntsiferov]

Вот уж кого не ожидал здесь увидеть...

[@Ivan_Ku.]

Значит так, я твои видосы про диабло смотрел, играя на гитаре, а ты сам на андертонсах тусуешь)) респект!)

[@vladsnape6408]

Ironically, your comment is also about coming here for the comments.

[@mragunathan1627]

I disliked this video because "The Captain" didnt have the balls to (rightfully) grill Mark about the Authentic video. Sorry, but these guys want our $$, least we can expect is some "authenticity" here, interviewing this guy Agnessi and not asking about that video is like interviewing Bill Cosby and not asking about him raping women. Very disappointing.

[@joeandrews9846]

@@mragunathan1627 Not to defend Lee, but it's very possible that he interviewed Agnosi prior to the Authentic video.

[@krisberntzen]

No leather jacket? I doubt this is the authentic Agnesi

[@jackturtle131]

May Be sued by an Italian leather company 😉

[@kirkrowland4197]

Sleeves rolled up, collar up....Levi’s I’m sure....I’m sure the only way Gibson let him do this or other interviews was no mention of play authentic!....not Agnesi’s fault, but he looks shifty to me....

[@Saurondor]

Lee must have warned him. You scratch my Gibsons with that zipper or belt and you pay for them.

[@vladsnape6408]

@@kirkrowland4197 He definitely looks shifty.

[@DBCisco]

Mark is a douchebag. Gibson is dying. And I could care less.

[@ChopaLopa]

I met Mark when he was working at Norm's in LA. He was a thoroughly nice guy, and had plenty of time for me as a Brit just browsing and looking to buy a shirt and whatnot. There were plenty of business guys in the store looking at vintage guitars for tens of thousands of dollars, but he didn't even glance at them. But the ten year old kid who came in with his dad looking for an affordable guitar? Couldn't do enough. Bringing over guitars, complementing his playing, being supportive and talking about his music tastes. In the end the kid decided on a sweet little Danelectro for a couple of hundred dollars, and Mark was really happy for him and he certainly wasn't pushing big budget guitars. My point is that although Gibson have made some really awful mistakes in recent years and yes, Mark has recently been a part of some of that marketing, he himself is a good guy and not the complete asshole people are making him out to be.

[@vivael18]

No.

[@MrRyeDaddy]

I agree. I don’t dislike Mark, he’s doing a job to feed his family and when he took the Gibson gig it appeared that they were really turning a corner into a new Golden Age where they listened to their customer’s wants and improved quality while reducing prices. I really think there’s no way he thought he would be made to be the mean face of the shit show that their PR nightmare has become. Who would uproot their family to step into that job knowing up front you’d be the most hated man in the industry right after you show up? But now that he’s there, I bet it isn’t the dream he thought it would be. Then again, I could be wrong and he’s a prick that stepped in the door just to play the bad guy, who knows? 🤷🏼‍♂️ Either way, Gibson isn’t getting a dime from me till they stop the bullshit.

[@clicheguevara5282]

I've met him and Norm a few times. They were perfectly polite and professional. I definitely liked Mark better than Norm. Hopefully Gibson is for real with this rebranding because they have REALLY fucked up over the last 15 years. When I heard they hired Mark, I felt just a little bit less skeptical. It told me that just maaaaaybe they actually do give a shit about turning things around and respecting their legacy. We shall see. :)

[@andyzamboknee]

I understand Gibson is a vendor and Mark is a nice guy but Cap you have to at least ASK him about the video and blowback as a result.

[@continentalaquatics2725]

Mark is a dick...there are no two-ways about it. It’s just that his smug arrogance, wiseass remarks and tough guy talk are only displayed behind your back. For a rather small dude, he has a pretty big mouth (behind your back, of course). Michael Lemmo (the gentleman who took over Mark’s “Guitar Of The Day” duties at Norman’s Rare Guitars) is not only a far better guitar player, but the general consensus amongst us who visit the store frequently, is that Lemmo is just a better all-around human being than Agnesi.

[@sesa1076]

Hey, remember when Mark was everybody's favorite sincere and decent internet guitar guy then he got his dream job and some bad advice from the company and everybody turned on him?

[@Pauliewallnutts]

Yeah i don't know if it was him that came up with the play authentic thing or not but it was a bad move but i think the blame has to fall on Gibson more than him.

[@jamesdavies1179]

It's not the case for me I still like mark, I just think it's to big not to talk about in a interview setting.

[@JayTheLane]

I still like Mark.. It'd been best of him to leave and start afresh. I feel he's too down the rabbit hole to change now.

[@deanmccaskill5495]

I don’t mind him at all. He made a dumb video. He paid in internet points. So what? I’d love to work at Gibson. I’ve got 4 or 5 of them and plan to get more. I’m telling ya man being a guitar player and also a horror movie nerd they are the two most know it all, judgy communities out there.

[@TheChadPad]

Yeah that sounds familiar! Lol but seriously, people are really mad with the pr department, not the messenger. There are some people who never liked Mark who are out using this as an opportunity to shit on him, but most of us know it wasn't his fault. I still love the guy, I just don't want the pr department to put a choke on him so he can't be himself. Being himself is why he was the right guy for the job in the first place

[@mojorisin3717]

Smaller manufactures winning market for guitars Fender: Makes a whole new range of incredible price-value guitars Gibson: "My daddy is a lawyer"

[@stanislavmigra]

Like new Gibson are bad guitars 🤷

[@darkthingswithmarkdavis4497]

Amen.

[@donharrold1375]

MojoRisin' Except they aren’t. Gibson and Fender still dominate the market, probably even more so above the $1000 price point.

[@ComposeroftheDark]

Best comment hahaha

[@robertikedo8826]

yawn . There is a difference between winning market share.. vs dominating and owning most of the market share . But since you know incredible price value guitars come out of Mexico , Korea , Indo... you still haven't done your research laddie . and Mojo.. get on a forum like Les Paul Forum and find out who all the owners and players are . You left one thing out on your little snippet . "Chibson: thanks for your order MojoRisin.. you will receive guitar in five weeks . Thanks for order on China Custom Guitar "

[@maverick4ever09]

You should've given him something like an ESP Eclipse just for fun.

[@malungtvnews]

an authentic one

[@riheg]

Mike Bean PLAY AUTHENTIC

[@mark130471]

Or a Chibson, just to see the expression on his face

[@maverick4ever09]

@@mark130471 And maybe he won't notice

[@mark130471]

@@maverick4ever09 Agree, would have loved to have seen it :-)

[@AWSAM335]

Oh boy you know the PR situation is bad when even Andertons has a bad like:dislike ratio

[@Chilinoploppy]

@ both of them were cringy asf

[@smoolord3521]

@ Authentic Pounds sterling in bulk

[@truetom]

@ They probably just had to threaten a lawsuit against Chapman guitars.

[@eckharteric]

Wouldn't be the first time

[@CodyCookMusic]

Came to the comments to see if anyone was going to make this point lol

[@Newnodrogbob]

I just came here to see the authentic comments.

[@beau-2222]

Same, 8 months later 🤣

[@aronchas]

Same, 4 years later

[@strings2wood]

It took 26 years to get his first Gibson and 26 seconds after his first promotion to go into a Gibson protection program.

[@tjnaevans]

Perfect and hilarious!

[@danhansma3112]

"How to sound "Authentic"... BY busting the bank.

[@JaxonHaze]

Lol it’s not authentic unless you pay an extra few thousand dollars

[@daw162]

Wait until you try to sell a subpar gibson used....then you'll really find the bank busted. Some of the standards that gibson wanted $3500 for are selling used for $1700 on ebay. In perfect shape. I just sold a signature T les paul that I bought pretty well (used), still took a $300 loss on it. Most of the used gibson guitars that I find need some kind of work. Bought a bunch of collings, too, 8-12 years old. None of them has needed any work except one where a guy filed the nut slots (the prior owner) without knowing what he was doing. Hardly their fault. The way gibson operates is appalling, and there's no reason it should be that way. None.

[@chrisullery3386]

I sure won't be buying a Gibson! There are better quality guitars that don't require a complete setup with every string change.

[@DBCisco]

@@daw162 At least I break even on all my EPIs and some have increased in value. My Martins are now worth far more than I paid for them, too.

[@HenritheHorse]

Did you mean busting the headstock?

[@cyclone159]

When i want an Authentic single cut I go with the Telecaster :)

[@elliotvernon7971]

The original and the best.

[@nightshiftblues]

Damn right.

[@lndrldcold1762]

I go with the Reverend Double Agent.

[@yayayaokoksure]

Authentically made by Mexicans.

[@xblackcatx1312]

Cyclone there you go brother....Spot on.

[@psygodnp]

Woah. Immediately went to comments.

[@ithemba]

I know, right? I only came for the play authentic puns.

[@theboozecannon]

Same.

[@ragingchimera8021]

@Sam Forbes I wouldn't consider it a knock on Anderton's beyond what people think of them doing this... Still lots of love for Captain and Co. No doubt.

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

I immediately made a comment, then I went to the comments to see the other comments.

@Sam Forbes yeah you choose what products are on your shelves, and whether you act with integrity or play the lapdog of Gibson Brands, Inc. is your choice. You think his choice was either to be Gibson's shill or having his children starve to death? ffs man. Gibson is bad™️ but they didn't threaten the guy and his family with starvation.

[@MarkusRill]

When Hugh Grant went on the Tonight Show after his incident, the first question was "What the hell were you thinking?" The Captain should've led with the same question.

[@TMmodify]

Stop acting like that video was his choice...

[@strings2wood]

WTF? Everything is choice. He took the job. I don't care what reasons be it for, for the name, status, salary, new family adventure and home- whatever. Whoever made the bed he DIDNT have to lie in it. Yep, he looked like a rabbit caught in headlights shooting Bambi. That was also a choice of integrity and personal morality. What do they say about lying with dogs and fleas...Welcome to Gibson which now has little to do with guitars.

[@zwerko]

@@TMmodify - Stop pretending that Mark didn't have any agency, are you implying that Gibson PR folks held a gun against his head and forced him to do that video? Of course it was his choice to go through with that idiocy (it even looked like he enjoys spewing that nonsense), it might not be his idea but he agreed to do it. I did quit my job in the past because my employer at the time asked me to do something that clashes with my values, and I was in a far more uncertain position than Mark, so don't give me that 'he had no choice'.

[@Cycloneshockey94]

@@TMmodify Its HIS STORE ! He did not have to have this douche there.

[@cindywalker912]

@@Cycloneshockey94 Lets not forget, Lee probably has a ton of Gibson inventory that he needs to sell at a point where the Gibson brand is tarnished, and regardless of Gibsons quality control issues many players still want to own an iconic brand, and if Lee or any other retailer want to distribute this junk, theyre gonna have to suck corporate ass to compete.

[@Oilid]

The amount of dislikes is as high as Gibson prices. Authentic!

[@StefanCustomGuitars]

lol

[@profd65]

All the broke-ass people butthurt that they can't afford a Gibson. Go get a payday loan and buy a Harley Benton. Quit your pathetic whining.

[@Fletcher883]

I own a Gibson, only now, with Mark Agnesi's rant and the Dean lawsuit not being stopped there is electrical tape over the logo.

[@adamcogan211]

Oof controversial guest inbound. Honestly a good PR move would have been to admit their wrongdoing in this interview publicly, then they could move on, not avoid the topic like they’ve consistently done. I get that it’s probably not Mark’s fault and Lee wanted to just keep the interview safe but if Gibson had any cop on they would have used this opportunity to address their mistakes and at least then we could start “moving on”. Until then, their public perception isn’t going to change.

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

Adam Cogan, totally. A missed opportunity. This could’ve been a major stop on the Apology Tour.

[@jdiggitty]

@@JohnnyArtPavlou It's pretty telling about how the company isn't apologetic at all. Mark even talks about how the Gibson brand is "firing on all cylinders right now". Sure. Whatever you say Mark. I played a $800 Hagstrom at the store the other day that was way better than the Modern Classic LP they had in stock. I'm in the market for one, but I'll look elsewhere for an LP style guitar from now on.

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

@@jdiggitty kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWe0Yah6ia6frac The Eastman SB59. Not cheap...but worth a look.

[@jdiggitty]

@@JohnnyArtPavlou Those do look great. Do you happen to know of LP style guitars with satin necks?

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

jdiggitty, no, but I would just google that. Heck, call Sweetwater they’re great. I looked at a few reviews and the Eastman seems to have substandard fretwork. I would certainly look at the PRS SE guitars. Beautifully made an a great value for the money. I have the SE Soap bar. It’s not bad. It’s a little bit like a Junior.

[@martinturner1796]

The problem is Gibson hasn't moved on from the bad PR and this was a chance to address the issues, but of course that was never on the cards.

[@trigea]

Should have give Mark a Dean single cut 😂

[@troywm1016]

Could of been a triple threat with a Jean T-Shirt as well : )

[@strings2wood]

Perfect.

[@trigea]

@parallax3d love it 😂

[@jeronimomartinezfabregas]

I'd have given him a Dean V, which is what the concurring (back when the "play authentic" video came out) lawsuit was about. Oh Agnesi, Gibson's puppet and scapegoat.

[@arfcorps]

Mark Agnesi Forgiveness Tour 2019

[@AllMusicXcessAMX]

arfcorps 🤣🤣🤣

[@adamcogan211]

arfcorps minus the forgiveness

[@zwerko]

One has to apologize first before they ask for forgiveness. This is more likely Mark Agnesi Lets Not Address the Elephant in the Room Tour 2019.

[@adamcogan211]

zwerko exactly!

[@riheg]

arfcorps Theres an elephant in the room and it smells authentic

[@markf8036]

I met Mark and the gang from Norm's a few years back! What a great bunch of folks all with a passion for music! Mark (and Jen's) videos are a master class in guitar construction, identification and history! Mark has a massive amount of knowledge he's willing to share and a sense of patience that is readily evident and much appreciated. Thank you Mr. Agnesi!

[@shawnmcvey7789]

I've been saying this for years: I'm a Gibson player through and through. While they might be my favorite guitars, they are my least favorite company. I've often felt somewhat cursed to be a Gibson guy, and I *almost* got my hopes up before things got a bit too....authentic.

[@Hillbilly_Papist]

Hence why every Gibson I'll ever own will be bought used.

[@socalliving878]

Ha sucks but true ive tried to jump to other brands nothing feels like a Gibson SG

[@shawnmcvey7789]

@@socalliving878 So true, don't sleep on the Guild ones though. Different, but a great alternative for SG fanatics.

[@electricmeatpuppet]

I've always been a huge Gibson/Les Paul fan... but over time as i've gotten older, y'know what, that's actually changed, and it has completely nothing to do with their backlash! Im just talkin guitars here. First I should say the SG is still prob my no1 fav guitar, they're just so comfortable and fun to play. But in all honesty... Fender make better guitars with less issues! My second fav is good dual humbucker tele (coil tap) those things can do anything... but who cares really, I'm more interested in making my own these days!

[@shawnmcvey7789]

@Thomas Anthony Yeah, but your scale length is so wrong for me. I've never picked up a PRS and had it feel like anything other than someone else's nice guitar.

[@SocialGore]

Why do I need to play an authentic Gibson when other brands charge less for better quality?

Even 300$ chinese chibsons have better quality from what I've read LOL

[@carstenebbinghaus2082]

because of the name.

[@metalpuppet5798]

Slash still loves them, Kirk Hammett still loves them etc etc. Its really not that bad. You need to find your one. Every brand has imperfect guitars in their range.

[@adrianmoore8840]

@@metalpuppet5798 PRS don't

[@metalpuppet5798]

@@adrianmoore8840 I play a PRS and I think its great but it does have setup stability issues. Not all of them are perfect. and they are WAY more expensive than the usual non Custom Shop Gibsons. Mine was 3.300 Euros and thats not a lot at all for a PRS.

[@Ginanity]

No leather jacket and psychopath gaze? Must be a non-authentic overseas copy.

[@TMmodify]

He doesn't really do his psychopath stuff (both gazes and sudden volume changes in his voice) outside of the Gibson vids.

[@Serenityindailylife]

Maybe a tiger ate his R&D team

[@bensavage4575]

He's had a few hard facts to face up to since then...

[@xakevictor3241]

sfssf holy fuckin hell this made me ROAR

[@Alchemist3333]

The Fender Stratocaster is the most iconic guitar shape!

[@daakmon4292]

Agree, so what ?

[@daveywiles6412]

No non reverse firebird

[@daakmon4292]

@@daveywiles6412 That guitar is ugly af, so what ?

[@GrumIsMe]

But when it comes to singlecuts, it’s all about... the Telecaster.

[@blackie75]

I could never get around em'. I'm a Lester Paulos man myself, but if I pick up a Fender, it's always a Tele.

[@jeffmco6410]

I’d like to thank Mark and Gibson for turning me on to PRS through their Play Authentic campaign, lawsuits, running over guitars, etc. Since Play Authentic started I’ve purchased 3 PRS guitars. Thanks Mark!

[@kbkman7742]

Even their basic working man S2 line is made better and more consistent

[@PeteHawthorne]

I'll stick with my yummy japanese Burny. Cheers Gibson! ;p

[@MrRyeDaddy]

Amen, have my first USA made Dean Z Time Capsule on the way. Could have been a Les Paul Std 60’s but I’m not giving those pricks anymore money!

[@frozendivots1564]

I bought a 594 McCarty as well...

[@erictoniaschwab1009]

kabukiman69 Yes I have an S2 Standard 24 Satin. It was ready right out of the box.

[@Axeman.]

Agnesi: Do you guys have TJ Maxx? Captain: We have TK Maxx. Agnesi: That's not authentic.

[@firemarshal2629]

Ha!

[@nyeehah]

Best comment.

[@spidermancereal]

Ladies and gentlemen we have WINNER!!

[@ajk240]

this was a super funny moment. I thought maybe cap was trolling but no, there really is a TK Maxx!

[@DandamanV]

I haven't even watched the video, I'm just here for the comments.

[@ericburns1887]

Same!!! I see Mark's face I click and go straight to the comment section.

[@riheg]

PLAY ORTHENTIC

[@riheg]

R Gerard 😂 damn right!

[@888jimm]

Funny I did the same thing 😀

[@zr2700]

Yes! I only clicked on the video for the comment section! 🤣

[@vinniesmyyth334]

16:22 "we were gonna go authenticate this jazzmaster" - that's when it became a Gibson Jazzburst $3,999

[@frankieclifton]

VinnieSmyyth genius

[@Danohaw]

They made it through a whole interview ignoring the elephant in the room- Mark’s totally embarrassing Gibson trademark video that he put out months ago. I suspect that’s the only reason most people stuck it out and watched the whole thing. LMAO

[@robertikedo8826]

undoubtedly . And then a two part Parliament system out here .. The Silly Party ... Gibson loyalists who wanted to hear him say something a little more unique. perhaps authentic .. elephant in the room or not .. and The Very Silly Party ... The Gibson haters who wanted his head on a platter for daring to insult any other brand or knock off brand attempting to violate trademark infringement , or intellectual property . This was the catch 22 Andertons video of all time. But I will say this .. Mark didn't wake up one morning with a brainstorm and march into JC Curleighs office and say .. "Yo JC... get me on KZbin.. I got you man ! "

[@Angry-Romper]

Thank you for letting me know I can skip the video lol

[@Danohaw]

@@Angry-Romper You're welcome! lol

[@robertikedo8826]

@@Angry-Romper whammy bammy thank you mammy .. hahaha

[@Aquab0t]

Thanks. Read this and said screw this video Haha

[@mrbarbelbarbello2332]

Salesman meets Salesman. If it wasn't guitars, it would be double glazing.

[@topopops]

Lool good nn

[@PeteHawthorne]

Andertons are basically Gibsons bitch.... and they know it.

[@CRESPOPAGETUBE]

the captain is socio in chapman guitar I wonder if the chapman ml2 is play authentic.

[@CRESPOPAGETUBE]

@Abe Froman i think that chapman guitars is overrated.

[@baaford]

If Mark was smart they would have opened on him and Lee playing non-Gibbo LP's. Immediately faced up to the elephant in the room, apologised and dropped some self-deprecating jokes. They could have then moved on to a relaxed and interesting interview without all the tension. This was awkward and forced.

[@Incognito_alien]

@gibson please listen to this wisdom☝️

[@riheg]

Barkyshards So true! Deflating tension is essential. Theres an elephant in the room and it smells authentic! I think that hiring Mark was a mistake and that makes me worried about the current corporate vulture owner’s ability to make Gibson great again.

[@baaford]

@@riheg haha

[@evanward4303]

RE: "MOVING ON" - Clearly Gibson doesn't know how to do damage control, hence the ongoing trolling and roasting.

[@shiraga0516]

Evan Ward They don’t know quality control either.

[@d.j.ashley]

shiraga explain what's you mean by this. Because the guitars under the new regime are universally considered to be stellar. Or are you just regurgitating internet hate?

[@mcdingus5081]

@ And yet here you are, watching an Anderton's video. Hmmm.

[@CaptainScarlet1961]

@@mcdingus5081: He's just some delusionally self important prick that thinks everyone should think like him!

@@mcdingus5081 Yes because watching a video means that whoever made the video isn't a shill and that gibson does not make overpriced low quality shit. Thanks for reminding me how stupid some people are.

[@H_Oscarsson]

I wonder how many "authentic" comments this video will get.

[@michigangreen1915]

Anybody who makes an authentic comment/joke on this video and thinks they are cool I guarantee rode the short bus to school

[@hitsfromthebong7629]

@@michigangreen1915 Clearly your an idiot!

[@khronscave]

An authentic amount, that's how many. I mean, duuuuh :P

[@malcolmhardwick4258]

Not sure how authentic this video is !

[@caiusmadison2996]

Gibson is directly responsible for the misconception of what a great brand Epiphone was. What needs to happen is they both make high dollar US made models, Epiphone gets it's actual line of guitars back and drops the Gibby designs, and they both make cheap Asian made starter stuff. Problem solved.

[@queenhenryviii]

Wow. You totally called it! Hopefully you’ve seen Epiphone Casino USA? It’s like the elite Elitist.

[@spenky]

Is he wearing authentic Levi's jeans and Converse shoes? Why isn't he showing their logos on camera? This is not me bullying. I only want to protect the iconic legacy and design that these companies created over generations.

[@Cycloneshockey94]

Shoes were made in China, just like the shirt.

[@profd65]

All the broke-ass people butthurt that they can't afford a Gibson. Go get a payday loan and buy a Harley Benton. Quit your pathetic whining.

[@smithsakulkaew]

If you read his last name backward, it spells "Isenga". Which doesn't make any sense, just like this video.

[@FKnoph]

"I senga" actually means "In the bed" in Norwegian. But still... Doesn't make much sense...

[@michaeleaster1815]

Fun fact: his name is an anagram for "Snark Image"

[@FKnoph]

I just knew this comment section would deliver!!!

[@smithsakulkaew]

@ That explains why this brand is milking the shit out of guitarists.

[@neilpatrickhairless]

@@michaeleaster1815 Heh

[@CarlEriksson]

This might not be the best idea for a "Captain Meets"-video. Just as Gibson were beginning to claw their way out of years of QC and design controversies, they made a very dumb move which has caused irreparable damage to their brand. Mark is in many ways the face of this corporate idiocy and has become a walking meme as a result. So yeah, the comments for this will be interesting.

[@mowie1236]

i'm out of the loop is there somewhere I can read about what happened?

[@STAY-GOLD-VINYL]

@@mowie1236 About 2 months ago Mark Agnesi who is Gibsons media puppet posted a video calling out companys such as Dean Guitars Type Dean Guitars and Mark Agnesi and you'll find all the info

[@donharrold1375]

Every company and every person makes a mistake now and again. It’s time to give the guy a break now and move on. It makes no sense to hate on the guy. He was just trying to do a job.

[@benlogan430]

Stay out of the loop! It isn’t anything but The View crap. Play music!

[@fenderbender9922]

@@donharrold1375 I agree.

[@stipeur]

Im just here for the comments

[@stipeur]

Thomas Pelley No.

[@chrisjeemusic]

What a great interview. I hardly ever watch interviews of this length, but there was a lot of useful info shared. I’m an epiphone fan and excited to see what’s next for them!

[@xakevictor3241]

Dude that guitar solo he did. He really knows how to play authentic. In all seriousness why does this episode exist? There is no important questions asked with the COUNTLESS problems with Gibson. These interviews are usually pretty good, but this basically Gibson saying we own you Anderson’s. Sell our poorly set up guitars. Dissatisfied with this.

[@PeteHawthorne]

Totally agree. To stay in Gibsons good books Lee didn't mention things once where Mark could talk honestly and redeem things for Gibson. So disappointed.

[@Spartanm333]

@@PeteHawthorne - I agree. Disappointed with Lee. I know he has a store and staff to consider but really this comes across as him protecting the new Porsche Cayman he has bought himself... got to make those payments folks, so I'm not going to rock the boat. I'm surprised there wasn't a high five at the end. Maybe there was, off camera. Where is Rob Chapman when you need him?

[@williamwinn948]

Because most of the shit being talked is from haters not by people that buy them on KZbin. it's not a real life problem. as you heard him say They're having trouble keeping up with demand.

[@xakevictor3241]

@@williamwinn948 No man I have a Gibson and it has terrible quality control issues ($1500 Canadian) , I'm going to sell it or trade it for something that doesn't totally suck. Gibson is going bankrupt, overpricing their guitars that allllwwways have issues, and suing Dean (a guitar company that actually cares about who plays their guitars), and their telling us to play authentic!? I mean how absurd it that? Like I'm sorry but there is no reason for this episode to exist UNLESS it's a public apology from Gibson, which this guy should do, which he didn't, and which Gibson hasn't done either. Fuck em let em go outa business they deserve it at this point.

[@leeswindle7790]

Is that authentic blues...I mean like he wrote those licks right? Or did he steal them from the original artist? I think you have to put tape over your ears to play them licks...

[@jukesters123]

i think Mark stole the A minor authentic pentatonic scale.he stole some robbin ford licks imo.

[@MuvoTX]

those notes are stolen!!... I created them last night... oh wait do they count if I was playing an Ibanez?

[@wessoncolt1844]

I definitely heard some SRV in there

[@Bluelightbandit]

160 likes and 118 dislikes 🤔 Straight to the comments section I go!

[@NickintheStates]

The rumors of his demise were greatly exaggerated! Never want to see someone lose a gig... so that’s a good thing. Just settling in for a listen but had to pop down and read some comments.

[@jamalabdul2009]

Nick in the States And enjoy these beautiful guitars!!!!!🎸🎸🎸🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@jamalabdul2009]

Harry. B. Renner. jr. There’s a pretty good chance Gibson is going to be around for a while longer.

[@nathapatel]

“Understand they wanted to move on.” No they didn’t. They removed the video, faked some apologies, and continued their shameful legal strategy. Being chummy with him and not mentioning it is a disservice to guitarists.

[@immanuelcarretero103]

We've been warned already

[@michaelmunika5864]

Is this an authentic meeting?

[@michigangreen1915]

This type of “joke” is so old and over done. Get over it

[@michigangreen1915]

Gran Darf you obviously didn’t even watch the video. This was no different than any other captain meets video. Where exactly did the ass kissing take place? Asking someone what made them start playing the guitar isn’t what anybody would call ass kissing.

@@michigangreen1915 I'm at 25m, watching at 4x speed, just can't stand the BS. And btw, it's because Gibson & Mark never apologized for all of their shit. If they'd at least apologize, that's one thing, but when ass wipes try to just hide everything under the rug and hypocritically pretend like nothing happened or is going on, and are continuing to do their bullshit, you shouldn't forget, nor forgive. And if you also pretend like nothing happened and shill for the company, you're guilty as well.

[@neilpatrickhairless]

It's authentic hard to watch

[@Santidelaro]

Ask any kid to draw an electric guitar... and will be a Stratocaster.

[@Serenityindailylife]

In my generation it was a V by dean

[@richthick]

What about acoustics?

[@g.koch.]

@@richthick *classic acoustics 😂

[@TheChadPad]

Yet all anybody talks about....is Jimi's Flying V ;)

[@profd65]

I'm sorry you can't afford a Gibson.

[@baaford]

I must thank Mark for helping me find the best Les Paul I've ever played, a Tokai LS136F. Went looking to play alternative after his ground breaking video.

[@xblackcatx1312]

Barkyshards I needed, sort of needed, a new guitar and wanted an SG, but no way after that video. I bought a telecaster. I never knew how bad they (Gibson’s) were though, but after that video the horror stories of overpriced shit began to flow....Now I know they make shit, and they’re a scummy company as well. I’d like an SG still, but I can’t do it. I’d feel like a fool giving them my money. There’s other brands out there much more deserving. I’d be ashamed to own a Gibson now. “Lifestyle Company” lol. What a joke Gibson is...This clown is the jester.

[@brentcgp]

Barkyshards had a Tokai LS150... killer guitar and better than most things in Gibson’s Custom Shop. only decent Gibson I ever owned was a 2001 ES335.. rest are all forgettable to be honest.

[@xblackcatx1312]

Brent Nel I’ll have to check that guitar out in still looking for a guitar. Since I didn’t throw away my savings in a “Gibson sticker,” I can have a few cool guitars.

[@baaford]

@@xblackcatx1312 tokai les Paul's are awesome, really feel like old 59/60 Gibbos

[@TMmodify]

I don't think this is Mark's fault About Tokai though, I tried an LC230 today,and compared it with an Eastman SB59. Believe it or not but it blew the Eastman out of the water. I instantly had a vibe with it and it was reeeeally hard to get out of the store without

[@TMmodify]

Mark Agnesi wasn't responsible for the the utter PR failure that the Play Authentic vid was. Thank you for coming to my TED talk.

[@torbenmeldgaard8112]

Agnsi and the Captain: blablablah Me: Scrolling through 2300 comments 😂

[@ohrofax]

yes it is too much bla bla bla

[@Neil-Aspinall]

Is it safe to watch this vid or could Gibson sue me?

[@ec8107]

You better delete this post. You cannot evoke authenticity without permission.

[@MuvoTX]

You seem pretty authentic... I think youre OK.

[@channelchannel1848]

Lol I knew this would be a shit show in the comments when I saw the guest

[@riheg]

NoStepOnSnek yeah its lots of KAK bopping

[@channelchannel1848]

Luke Robinett hes Gibson’s new brand manager from the “play authentic” meme fame

[@andybennett1026]

Not quite , if you don’t know who This fella is then check out the old episodes of ‘Guitar of the day’ from ‘Norman’s Rare Guitars’ in LA ! He left to join Gibson about 6 months or so ago but you can see if you look up that KZbin channel , he was fantastic at telling all of us about vintage guitars and playing them as well ! He’s a real talented player and a great face/personality ! Anyway the show is still on with a great new player called Micheal Lemmo as Mark here has obviously moved to Gibson ! Anyhow I wish him luck , I wish Micheal Lemmo luck and Andertons well , the latter I visited for the first time last week (end of sept 2019) a truly fantastic shop with real great staff (they even offered my wife a coffee , which goes a long way I can tell ya) ! Love most of these music/guitar related channels especially Norms and Andertons ! Peace !

[@channelchannel1848]

Andy Bennett being that I’ve literally never heard of this guy before the play authentic thing I think it’s safe to say most people know him from that lol

[@andybennett1026]

NoStepOnSnek true !

[@chroniclesofbap6170]

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[@niclastname]

For the first time, I wouldn't fault them for doing that. Almost all of these comments are about Gibson drama, and not the interview.

[@Ervin-1190]

Nic Lastname Because no one gives a fuck about this guy. They care about Gibson and are interested in the shitty situation they created and want to know whats up. Of course the comments are about it since this guy is the one who said all that stuff.

[@strings2wood]

Mark Agnesia. When you authentically wish everyone forgot what you said and did.

[@_._662]

😂😂😂😂

[@matzegehtdichnixan6768]

I couldn't see Lee and Agnesi. The elefant in the room was blocking my sight

[@conormackinnon4622]

Are those chuck taylors authentic?

[@michigangreen1915]

OMG that is so hilarious. Such an original joke. I wish I would have thought of something as clever as that. Good job

[@conormackinnon4622]

Cody Davis thanks 🥰

[@dirkda2451]

@@michigangreen1915 original, no sir that's an authentic joke thank you very much

[@michigangreen1915]

dirk da Connor MacKinnon... morons

[@pinofredd]

Hey, watchout for that prs on the right wall...

[@Bluelightbandit]

Good eye!

[@rodrigozamo]

Danish Pete noticing behind the camera and hoping he doesn't look back

[@troywm1016]

Non Authentic RIP

[@peterelford2695]

I can't hear what's being said all I can see is the elephant in the room. .

[@sowhat5150]

I own Gibsons and I admit I am currently disenchanted with Gibson, but I really want Gibson to succeed. Thank you Lee for the professional interview with Marc. I hope Epiphone releases a Les Paul Jr as they make Les Pauls. Can’t wait for Epiphone 2020.

[@zelicanth1927]

anyone disliking is being petty, you arent hurting gibson, you are hurting andertons youtube channel, on top of that, you didnt even watch the video, its a good video talking about mark and his life.

[@vdub1959]

Good to see some reasonable adult comments on here. Well done...

[@SpeedBoost]

"Gibson is an aspirational brand!" ... you got that right Mark! I aspire to buy a Gibson that doesn't have Finish flaws, Fret Problems, Electrical Problems, Neck Problems and Tuning Problems, etc! Gibson doesn't seem to understand that they are not the Brand that they use to be. Their only real value at the moment is the Headstock Shape and the Logo.

[@daakmon4292]

If you want to buy a Gibson with no fret problems, electrical problems, neck problems and tuning problems, etc.. I could sell you mine.. Hold on, I don´t want to sell it. However I agree that they have to regain for the stupid decisions they have made

[@VERBANDTREM]

Holy Crap! Haven't even watched yet but so excited! Setting all my EQ's at Noon in your honor... and a little bit of reverb.

[@DBCisco]

lol

[@MrLosfuegos]

Mr. Peanut butter voice "IS THIS A CROSSOVER EPISODE?"

[@beatsbyjamie]

Salama Nicolas ahaha I love bojack

[@MrRafaztar]

I was happy to recognise the reference

[@ethan.ar0und]

Tell me if you get it. Do you get it? Tell me when you get it.

[@teddnagurski5583]

Careful Captain, Mark Agnesi might sue you for copyright infringement.

[@edwardgriffin8092]

47 minutes and 4 seconds. This is so good it seemed like it was only on for 47.4 seconds. Well done Captain and team Andertons.

[@betyarmenet]

at 14:48 " I dont think many people can afford a Gibson who working in guitar stores..." What the hell is so funny about that??? Quite disgusting that Lee is laughing on this...

[@FilipeDiogo49]

I can't believe it.... Lee is an owner of a store himself... Is that shit funny??? He's either implying Gibsons are extremely expensive or music stores pay fuck all salaries to employees

[@markO0286]

Are you guys real? Do you think everyone who works at the Ferrari dealership has a 488 on their drive way? 🤣 get a grip

[@betyarmenet]

You missed the point bro.. The disgusting thing is that he found that funny.

[@kirkrowland4197]

Lee said most, which is true. Guitar stores and retail in general does not pay a lot. Most mom and pop music stores don’t get rich.....the big box stores have trouble staying open as it is....Gibson is just too dayum proud of their authenticity.

[@markO0286]

How have I missed the point? Did you listen to their chat? People in most normal jobs can’t afford to buy Gibsons, I highly doubt Lee was being malicious in any way. It’s just a fact that most people can not afford a high end custom shop guitar, Mark said himself it took 19 years to own his first Gibson. I’ve been lucky enough to own a standard, which is a great guitar and is attainable to most people (yes, even music shop employees!) if they work hard, save up etc etc. The one I really want however is like 15k, I even laugh at myself for thinking about being able to buy it, I think this is what Lee was referring to. Chill the hell out ✌🏼

[@alexmoll8372]

I'm excited about the future of Epiphone. I met Mark @ Norm's a couple of years ago, and had a very positive interaction with him. I ended up buying a guitar that weekend, and was treated very fairly. I'm glad he's doing well.

[@MarioFromMario]

I think that it's a shame that Mark is taking the brunt of the negative press regarding "Play Authentic". He's clearly not directly responsible, so why shoot the messenger? That said, I think it's absolutely worth criticizing the fact that the controversy wasn't even mentioned in this interview.

[@clicheguevara5282]

Are all the EQs at noon with just a little bit of reverb?

[@jasonhisington5928]

The Captain is actually a really good interviewer!

[@vladsnape6408]

He was probably having a John Cleese moment throughout the video, thinking to himself "Don't mention the play authentic video, don't mention the play authentic video, ..."

[@kbkman7742]

*comment sponsored by Gibson*

[@rmxrider20032000]

Has Chapman's gotten a cease and desist order from Gibson yet? LOL

[@Ross-nj6ck]

@@danielcohen3538 UK is still in the EU.

[@Ross-nj6ck]

@@danielcohen3538 that's some good news 👍

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I used to love watching his "Guitar of the Day" series with Norm's. He is a really good guitarist. But the Gibson shtick really tarnished his image. He accused one of my favorite KZbinr's of "fake news" for just asking a legit question. Actually TWO. Brad The Guitalogist and Phil McKnight. After that, I am done with this guy.

[@joshoptical]

00UncommonSense00 fair.

[@aixpert291]

Just like wampler

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

@@aixpert291 Not sure what you mean

[@drippinglass]

Scott_T Wampler can go away.

[@mcdingus5081]

Brad was spreading fake news- he jumped right on posting a video after he heard the rumors. Guitologist is just a sensationalist looking for clicks- and you fall for it. Maybe if he stuck to the content that was useful, I wouldn't be so harsh on the guy. But he is a fake journalist spreading fake news nowadays.

[@ahmedrashed78]

Lee asking all the burning questions, oh wait

[@aixpert291]

ahmad vlogs softballs

[@Cycloneshockey94]

Why, Why have this guy on? Does he build guitars? No. Does he have something to offer anyone? No. He simply makes America look like idiots since people around the world think this is the typical American, ITS NOT.

[@aymericmarchand3472]

To quote Lee himself from another famous video: "I guess we're walking the fine line here..."(between honesty and maintaining a good relationship with a major income provider)

[@ahmedrashed78]

@@aymericmarchand3472 yes absolutely, it's his business at the end and he is too smart to damage it with an interview

[@Cycloneshockey94]

@@ahmedrashed78 Why give the guy the time? Did Gibson DEMAND a video? Manufactures, even Gibson need retailers, companies like Gibson are in the backseat these days since there is so much competition. Anderton's are not restricted like USA retailers are. They can sell all the "Knock Off" models they want to. Gibson is on its knees at this point. Sales are way down, quality is down with MAYBE the exception of the top of the line $6,000 models. Your average $2,500 Les Paul is comparable to a Epiphone made in China,

[@deansilkmusic]

TJ maxx and TK maxx are the same company, but we had to change the name here in the UK due to TJ Hughes shops. One of the first things were taught when we're employed 🙂

[@chrisforever1255]

Thanks a lot Andertons & the Captain fpr releasing this video! You make so many people happy! Now they can give their thumbs down and leave so many .........comments! Best part of the video for me: 23:00 - 24:40 min

[@judosailor]

Forget “play authentic.” What about Gibson pulling down all their videos and the rumors that Agnesi was fired??????

[@stanislavmigra]

There is vid from yesterday on Gibson channel with Mark. So probably he was not fired. Imo it will be good step, to get rid of him (whater he is or not responsible for the Authentic video).

[@judosailor]

stanislavmigra Thanks man, I did not know that.

[@hulkslayer626]

@@stanislavmigra agreed. "Authentic" comments are just gonna follow him everywhere (as evidenced by this comment section lmfao) and Gibson is trying to distance themselves from that, so that would be the logical thing to do. Glad they didn't, even though I don't really like him, since it wasn't his fault.

[@niclastname]

This was probably filmed before that.

[@drippinglass]

Who cares? Are you one of the gezzer page dumbass’s?

[@CodeVenomSnakes]

I cannot wait for epiphone guitars in 2020. They might be super good.

[@mattmanley7118]

There has been a rumor that they're going to change the headstock either to the Gibson one or close to it either way it sounds like something else might be in the works. I've always wanted an Epiphone 335 but I might hold off until winter NAAM to see what these changes are that he can't speak about.

[@sloebone7399]

Good, maybe, but only Gibson is good enough

[@daakmon4292]

@@sloebone7399 Good pun bro :)))

[@jamiedarcy2462]

What did Mark think of Chapman's authentic designs?

[@RabidWookies]

Sweet! Mark sold me my first legit vintage guitar at Norms! It's cool to see Mark and the Cap'n jamming!

[@aparise1]

Mark deserves more than constant "play authentic " bashing. I know I've had to do things at my job I disagreed with. Sure the Authentic thing was bs....but I think most slightly below average intelligence persons can discern that it probably wasn't Mark's decision. More likely a Gibson quality control issue.

[@chrisschiebel8465]

you obviously weren't a teenager (like me) who saved up and spent every penny you made for the summer on your first Gibson guitar, only for it to have uneven frets, won't hold a tune, robot tuners that won't stay calibrated, and paint/finish quality issues. Gibson should finish fixing their product line and earn back the trust of the guitar community (outside of their loyal cult members) before they go tossing stones at anyone. Lawsuits, shady contracts with boutique builders, overpriced replica guitars. That "play authentic" video was a spit in the face. Wildly insensitive and out of touch.

[@CSSP_1188]

Marvel: Infinity war is the most ambitious crossover event in history Anderson's: Hold my pick

[@fabianvanderelst9643]

"Hold my pick" 😂

[@OniDasAlagoas]

AnderSon

[@pablo9364]

Did he say music shop employees generally can’t afford a Gibson? PAY THEM MORE THEN!!!!!!

[@rodrigozamo]

Or Gibson should bring prices down, keeping the quality

[@zepoasis]

"Abysmal" quality. You are talking such shit. Enjoy your Harley Bentons

[@zepoasis]

@@bob733333 I have tried the lower end faded Satin finish SG's, out of curiosity, and it played to it's value. On par with a PRS SE Custom 24. People are so hyperbolic. A gibson has a very distinct feel. Most definitely not "abysmal".

[@canucklehead0]

Nice to see Mark out and promoting in-store finally!! The man is a wealth of knowledge not only for Gibson but for pretty much any guitar brand you can think of! Miss him not being at Norm's but glad he's finding his footing with Gibson!

[@Cycloneshockey94]

This douche does not have a wealth of knowledge.

[@Starch1b2c3d4a]

🤣 “wealth of knowledge”

[@Cycloneshockey94]

@@Starch1b2c3d4a Not the words I would have used. Idiot, fool and stooge are much better.

[@williamcampbell7387]

I guess this is the blessing of being 68 years old: Mark's show sounded fine to me (but also, luckily, everything else I can remember from the sixties).

[@jonfeuerborn5859]

This will probably be remembered as the video where Andertons started shilling for Gibson, but the truth is that they've been shilling for them for years. I very much dislike publicity stunts, especially ones that are advertised as serious interviews. Bad form, captain.

[@Axess-sv8nq]

Haha. Just woke up and misread your comment. Sorry. I need coffee! :-)

[@fredwolfmusic]

Totally agree I expected more from Lee but he basically bent over and said yes mister Gibson can I have some more

[@davidgreen8768]

My god all the people getting panties in a twist over Gibson... if you don’t like them don’t buy one there are plenty of other choices... get over it... they have a right to protect their brand. Ok they may not have gone about it the right way but I believe they have already acknowledged that... move on life is far to short

[@davidgreen8768]

Borealism I haven’t for the most part... I just saw the first few and realised the whole comment section was going to be people bitching about Gibson

[@darrenc3439]

@Borealism Oh the irony......

[@darrenc3439]

@Borealism f u

[@Kiirxas]

Finally, an authentic interview

[@Kiirxas]

@ as authentic as it gets

[@WoodesosGuitarMods]

Mark is a hell of a person. Great player, nice guy, super knowledgeable.

[@tacoconch7678]

Am I the only one who wishes they would offer some of these Historic Les Pauls with plainer tops?

[@tacoconch7678]

@Inspector Most of those are too figured as well. I don't like my tops too busy. I just want some subtlety.

[@mikefenton5634]

Mark seems like a nice enough guy and I believe that he gets unfairly shit upon by some of a particular kind of enthusiast which is unfortunate. The dude is just doing his job. Some higher ups in the company made some questionable decisions, shit rolls downhill and Mark had to be the face of one of those questionable decisions. His apparent faith in the brand should mean something. Whether you buy one or not.

[@drippinglass]

Yup... all the old neverbeens on The Geezer Page. 😆

[@landajimmy]

Hes a complete douche.

[@zwerko]

Let me introduce you to the Nuremberg defense: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superior_orders . It didn't work for them, it won't work for Mark either.

[@blottoinchcago]

Internet trollers and anti Gibson fanatics alike were all over Gibby and Mark with his failed attempt video over patents and trademarks . Whether you like him or not , his career in this industry is a bit of a success story .. goes from an iconic shop to the most iconic brand . But alas my fellow “ fretters” , he was the fall guy for a bad management decision. Lest we forget the era of law suit guitars protecting patents and trademarks with some astonishingly great quality blatant knock offs out of Japan , and now above market pricing .. Tokai as an example ... there are laws of value and brand at stake here .. the people upset with Gibson were actual players and retailers ... they shit the bed and ousted Henry . It’s been less than a year since JC Curleigh running the show ... 2019 product line is promising , their QC has improved , and there is value to be found in the secondary and used market places on used LP’s etc . Some of us had to sell our souls , save and finance to own one ... and we didn’t drink the kookaid . You find the right fiddle , feel it , play it , set it up , and it’s right . It’s not an Eastman , it’s not a Epi and it’s not Esp. Like everyone out here ... the haters and the trollers can’t respect brand and the legacy . And the genius out here who said , real and new artists aren’t even playing them . Do your homework and research . Auto tune singers , session musicians , and great singers with an acoustic and a looper cannot trade blows or sit in the same ring with the artists who still perform live with 4-5 Gibson’s in their rack on stage . I’m talking artists ... no need to name drop . The millennials and gen Z’ers who are caught up in pop music bands and artists whose music ten years from now will be as “ classic “ as the 1976 exploding Ford Pinto . Smarten up mates ... I’m not trashing the value price guitars and brands ... but I struggle to listen to the apples and oranges analogies here . Too many people watching and listening via KZbin a epi LP VS a Gibson ..” yeah the epi sounds better . Go sit in a music shop with a tube amp and run the gamut of tone settings and voicing , then compare quality feel , electronics instead of listening from a laptop or iPhone casting judgment .

[@daakmon4292]

@@zwerko I kind of agree but in this case I think that in not that simple

[@DougGarrett]

I still like Mark. People need to remember Gibson made him do that video. Marks videos for Normans rare guitars are some of the best on KZbin.

[@SyzygyEmbrace]

Doug Garrett if only more people was able to think this way

[@zwerko]

What do you mean with 'Gibson made him do that video'? They held a gun against his head? They've threatened his family? In that case Gibson is far worse of a company than one would imagine... If not, stop pretending that Mark didn't have any agency and that he didn't willingly go through it-and consequently deserves the same amount of backlash as Gibson themselves.

[@111078buck]

I play authentic...don’t believe me just check out the headstock repair...

[@donharrold1375]

You should have been more careful!

[@daakmon4292]

The people that complains about the headstock repair are jackass who purchase an expensive guitar and don't invest in a guitar stand

[@111078buck]

Those who assume it wasn’t on a stand can eat a dick.

[@profd65]

All the broke-ass people butthurt that they can't afford a Gibson. Go get a payday loan and buy a Harley Benton. Quit your pathetic whining. Authentic butthurt.

[@Rock3rdude874]

SpacePajamas honestly just curious how did it get beefed on a stand?

[@stephenturner8102]

I bet Lee is watching all these comments coming through and pissing his sides laughing, whilst Mark is in a local Wetherspoons in Guildford considering his options. We're all human cut the guy some slack guys.

[@melvynobrien6193]

AAwww! We're all human, Snowflake. Gibson sucks and he represents them. Shit interview, ducking the relevant issues.

[@deanlunn1969]

No hes a twat

[@kissfan1701]

The Captain should have played his strat

[@chaz2912]

Why?

[@kissfan1701]

Just because. Seriously I know it’s a Gibson video. But the Capton loves his strats.

[@chaz2912]

@@kissfan1701 Pretty sure he loves Gibsons too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6ClfoZqZ52mnaM

[@barbmelle3136]

@@chaz2912 He is a merchant. It's their job to love anything they can make a few quid profit selling.

[@jonnydubai]

Andertons aren't going to pan Mark.....they have millions of £s of Gibson's to sell. Sometimes I think people forget that this is a shop!

[@vladsnape6408]

It is valid to criticise Andertons for producing this video, asking easy questions and not addressing the big elephant in the room - they could (and should) have said no, although Gibson probably put a lot of pressure on them to do this video.

[@Cycloneshockey94]

They would sell more if they were seen to be honest, credible and not your normal ass kissing retailer.

[@alexisdrosopoulos]

He definitely knows how to play the guitar

[@pocketman5510]

Yeah really authentic playing

[@alexisdrosopoulos]

@@pocketman5510 he didn't use that many licks lol

[@pocketman5510]

@@alexisdrosopoulos it was a joke but ok

[@MuvoTX]

meeh... those notes seem copied from somewhere, I can't recall exactly where though.

[@DBCisco]

and the Devil play a mean fiddle. lol

[@jaytee8188]

I’m pretty sure this the first and only Anderton’s TV video I thumbed down. Both of the Gibson’s I’ve owned were returned to Anderton’s and exchanged for non-Gibson replacements.

[@doukdouk2550]

Just another butt hurt Gibson sucks fanboy.

[@BrickWilliamsGuitar]

When will Fender be buying Gibson? That is the question I wish would have been asked.

[@BellTunnel]

Gibson published a sorry/not sorry press release following the “Play Authentic” fiasco. They needed to be authenticate and say “guys, we fuck3d up. Sorry. Seriously. Sorry.” And then we could all move on. Then the dislikes and internet hate would largely just fade away. This video, given the exposure of this channel, would have been a great opportunity to say something that sounded sincere. Nope. C’mon Gibson.

[@tone-glide2402]

It's unfortunate Mark has become the "wack-a-mole" for this Company. I'm sure that after moving his family from the west to the east coast, .. packing up and leaving for something "better' for him and his family are not a realistic option. I wish him luck, and peace. It's my guess that his employer probably has the same amount of empathy for him as they have for their customer base.. None.

[@chaz2912]

I'm sure he'll earn more in a year than you'll earn in a lifetime, so I wouldn't worry about him too much, I'm pretty sure he's loving life at the moment!

[@tone-glide2402]

Charlie Mapp I bet you right on that one!!

[@ludwig3244]

@@chaz2912 Maybe, but no everything is about money, you know? There are a lot of cases of succes that comited suicided because they weren't happy with their lives, even when they had lots of money 😕