The HUGE change to the 2020 Epiphone Les Paul Custom

[@TheGamingNerd132]

That’s my dream guitar. I’ve told myself that when I graduate high school which will also mark my two year anniversary of playing guitar that I would buy it as a gift for myself.

[@johanusyolder]

Just drop out and get it now

[@JBG949]

Do YOU! GET IT.💫

[@juliancarreon5569]

Have you gotten it?

[@kdawgtv1333]

You gotten it yet man?

[@ossyrover1982]

I have one you will love it , good look with school man

[@dhbfpv]

My god. Can 2020 get any stranger? Never thought I would want an epiphone over a Gibson

[@robertnunn497]

Not sure why you would want an Epi over a Gibson but to each his own

[@bucknasty69]

@@robertnunn497 Gibson Les Paul Customs are grossly overpriced at $4000 to $5000 and above.

[@Oceantreasures24]

@@robertnunn497 because cause you can save like $1000 if the sound is close enough for you

[@GuitarPlayer1395]

@@robertnunn497 Gibsons suck. They never stay in tune.

[@terran236]

@@GuitarPlayer1395 these epis are awesome with the nubone nut. no complaints. I sold my Gibson Custom white 5 years ago. Beauty of a guitar but its definitely not 4000$ better than the 2020 epiphone customs. These things are awesome. No fret complaints here.

[@Houston123ABC]

I bought one last Christmas from Sweetwater. I had it PLEKed and it is so smooth.

[@a.kguitars930]

They fixed the diamond size. It looks so much better now

[@joelewis3632]

Is this official? I've been looking at some newer models and it does appear the diamond is bigger. Definitely prefer the large diamond

[@ricklynn6176]

Yep I ordered one just because of that reason! Looks just like the older Japanese models so clean 🤘🏼

[@ricklynn6176]

@@joelewis3632 yes it’s official as of all the 2021 “inspired by Gibson “ models 🤘🏼

[@tommymaguire2839]

Haven't watched you in a couple of years. Glad I did today. Glad to see you're still at it. You're a good man Steve. Thanks for being a bright spot in this wacked-out world.

[@kitoyobeni1]

Fastway riff much appreciated! RIP Fast Eddie Clarke.

[@james3452]

Hahaha beat me to it. First band I ever saw live. Cains Ballroom in Tulsa.

[@RKDriver]

Say what you will... you will.

[@antneyfatts665]

@@james3452 Saw them open for Rush "Moving Pictures" tour. They put Rush to shame and were 50x louder

[@robertthomas7239]

@@antneyfatts665 Fastway did not open for Rush on Moving Pictures, Saxon & Max Webster did.

[@antneyfatts665]

@@robertthomas7239 The whole tour? Maybe it was another tour I'm thinking? Either way, it was a great show that I saw.

[@redcloudshaman2509]

I picked up the Alpine White Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pro a few months back, and I'm honestly amazed!!!! Solid construction, not a single flaw. I've traditionally played Jackson's, Strat's and others, but this instrument quickly relegated the others to the shelf! Played through a Marshall, the Probuckers are outstanding. It actually has the Paul Kossoff tone.

[@SionynJones]

Epiphone has a great video about blind test of their probucker pickups. They are a true PAF pickup.

[@christopherkahn6522]

The ebony fingerboard is the essential feature for me. I love the headstock change. I always hated the old one.

[@pauliezx5134]

You always give honest straight reviews , and always a pleasure listening to you play...

[@REZNAP]

Greetings from Rhode Island! Man, that is a gorgeous Les Paul. That headstock...it's about time! WOW!

[@vince8081]

I only like the gold hardware on white paint, perfect match.

[@spoiledmilkfilms4164]

Took the words right outta my mouth

[@JT-gm4fk]

It tarnishes and fades pretty easy

[@Nava4Gamingz]

Dude, that's the COOLEST GREETINGS EVER!!! DAAAAAMNN!!

[@petedetraglia4776]

I just bought the Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pro in Koa wood... It's an absolute beast of a guitar and through my 50 watt BOSS Katana amp I can reproduce any sound stage possible. Best money I've ever spent and I've own a American Strat, American Les Paul studios, Schecters in which the C-1 with the EMG 81 and 85 actives just absolutely slays Rock, Metal, and blues... Great video...Keep up the good work...

[@MrBighairyass]

I bet if they made it in Randy Rhoads cream it would sell like crazy...

[@JudasPriest82]

I think they have made a few models in the early to mid 2000s that were similar to that color like Ivory, I know for a fact they haven't always done Alpine White

[@Weloz92]

I would buy it in a heartbeat, otherwise I would settle with the black one. The Arctic/Olympic colors are way too white for me.

[@che2335]

They have a black back cream one w vintage looking pup covers cheaper now 549 black friday

[@timothyweesner6286]

Randy actually had an alpine white Les Paul custom. It just faded to the ivory color with age. Give this thing time, and it’ll fade the same way.

[@rdanalytics9197]

@@timothyweesner6286 it won't turn yellow. Randy's was finished with Nitro. That Epiphone is acrylic.

[@waynecribb4922]

Fixing to order a Custom with a Koa top .I remembered watching this review when you first put it out. I enjoyed it even more this time. You are having so much fun. Awesome . Keep up the great work. Thanks !

[@corneliuscrewe677]

I just did😉 Hope I didn’t snipe it from you.

[@rwieber79]

Definitely like this Epi over the others from the last several years. Love the headstock!

[@davemclaughlin2305]

Happy to hear another person finally mention the first fret marker. I'm really surprised it isn't the first thing mentioned when talking about the features of a Custom. To me, it's by far the easiest way to tell one apart.

[@williamprater8512]

Just want to drop a line here and say your videos are always a good start of my day. Plus always nicely shot video and audio too!

[@shaunmcinnis566]

How come I hadn’t seen your vids in my recommend for over a year? Nice to see them again.

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

I’ve got the Custom in black. I love it.

[@joebloggs4754]

kinda not that easy to find...either sold out or used,ya really never know what you are getting...

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

@@joebloggs4754 yeah I was lucky that it just happened to be at the guitar center back in April. I tried it out and loved it from the first A chord.

[@bso6371gt]

You need a radio show bro. Great voice!

[@jamessantangelo912]

Love how wholesome you are.. waiting for my Custom in the mail, cant wait!

[@Orieus]

These new epiphones are insane Dude! I love the white custom . Every upgrade made is a home run ....using CTS pots is awesome, the pick ups are wonderful , esp using a tube Amp! I have a black '13 she's my baby, but I'd love to add a white custom! Great playing Dude. You showcased the guitar 🎸 well!

[@Espodoesit84]

Reminds me of Randy Rhodes les Paul he had when he was in quiet Riot and Ozzy. I think it’s the most beautiful les Paul ever. I just bought a Epiphone les Paul custom prophecy plus with Meg pick ups and love it! Rock on!

[@GearGasms]

I’m just shocked that you made a video and not just a live stream! Wish you’d do more - the guitar space misses you!

[@NumberD2000]

I have a black one on the way. Super excited. So pumped about that headstock it looks so awesome.

[@sevenlagoon]

Wasn't ready for this intro... (love it)

[@shaun64vet]

Epiphone have revised the size of the diamond inlay and made it bigger in the more recent batches I've noticed online.

[@shaun64vet]

@Greg Walker max.guitars/en-intl/epiphone-les-paul-custom-ebony-fingerboard-alpine-white-art-16156 This is a link to a Dutch store. Also seen it in an Epiphone Facebook group.

[@sirhc2242]

Yeah, they are using the bigger diamond on the SG Custom as well, to me it really makes the guitar look just that much better!

[@shaun64vet]

@@sirhc2242 I know it's shallow but I'd buy one based on that now 😂

[@sirhc2242]

@@shaun64vet I hear ya. I wanted one anyway, but that small change does make me want one a lot more lol

[@shaun64vet]

@Greg Walker Do you mean their version of the 59? I think it's been pushed back a while. Although some people who got their pre-orders in early have got theirs.

[@reddoggie100]

Looks great Steve! Hoping they make an “Axcess” version. Thinner, lighter & perfect “Axcess” heel joint.

[@kitoyobeni1]

The Muse and Modern might up your alley...

[@TheOriginalSullyman]

They did. The Modern has the access heel.

[@flowryan5829]

The Matt Heafy Custom will have a high access neck heel

[@davidflint12]

I had a 1960 Les Paul Custom “fretless wonder” for 25 years. I got this Epiphone. It play just as good.

[@jollyradtv9941]

So agreed on that block in Ebony fretboard. Nothing can replace that!

[@redataoussi]

I have a circa 2008 les Paul custom from epiphone in this exact same spec! Still have it and it’s still awesome!!

[@redataoussi]

I wonder what it will be like to compare both 14 years appart

[@Mypuppyisademon]

Great review. I've been on the fence about buying one. Placed my order today!!!

[@chrisfromnorcal77]

I order one yesterday. It will be delivered tomorrow. It looks gorgeous

[@easyazpie9091]

what song is that at 6:55?

[@jeffmccargar7243]

Great video my friend. Smiled the whole way through. Loved how you demo'd the same lick with different sounds, more guitar cats should do just that. So simple and so effectively informative. Thank you sir, have a great 2021.

[@canyonproductions7683]

Great playing as always bud! Epi REALLY stepped things up after 2020! Theyre like a new company. I love my Standard 50’s

[@BobbyBriscoeBeats]

I'm gonna pick one of these up. I thought about saving up for the gibson one, but dang.

[@Orieus]

The game has changed! When u play one now , with its gorgeous ebony board , u will think it's 4g guitar 🎸. It absolutely rips and sounds like your defeating demons from Hell!

[@che2335]

Ive had good cars cost less than 4000

[@terran236]

glad to see youre still doing vids! been a while since I watched your channel.

[@whhitestallion]

You seriously have great tone in those fingers. Killer!

[@dontcallmemarty2177]

Just ordered this guitar your video info w all the upgrades sold em can’t wait to get it

[@terryconaway9738]

My son has a 2016 less Paul custom in white with the gold trim he plays the he'll out of it and it's an epiphone and has held up very well. Since he bought his a few years ago I have been wanting one for myself they are very good for no more than they cost.

[@shanealan2995]

I've been a long time subscriber and just wanted to say I've noticed a big improvement in your playing. Nice job dude👍

[@Chinaguitarsceptic]

Love it dude! Great video as always.

[@SFBGuitar]

Can't wait to hang out again, bro! I'm officially starting to miss everyone 😭

[@Chinaguitarsceptic]

@@SFBGuitar me too buddy 🙄

[@edwardprete]

The best guitar is the one that makes you want to play more, even if it’s an Epi. Sounds great.

[@gbrown4x4]

I just received this guitar w/ the natural wood finish as a bday/xmas gift from my brother. LOVE IT !!!!!! only got to test if for about 30 min but checking out it's potential on here.

[@mojostephen]

My 2019 has the headstock with indents in the corners which I actually prefer. Overall, these are great guitars in terms of quality and playability. If you get one, you'll love it!

[@kkzooi]

that big smile at 7.50 probably says enough. great looking and sounding guitar in my opinion

[@xelaolapid4763]

That guitar is like heaven on earth but for guitars. That gold and white together is a dream to look at.

[@dinol5498]

Great video!! Nice to see the Epis get a lovely facelift. Sounds incredible. I own the Black Beauty 3. Big fan of the first fret marker, a must from my perspective.

[@toddlampron5799]

I picked up the new Custom Silverburst! LOVE IT!!!!

[@smithnwesson990]

One of my best friends had an Epiphone Les Paul Custom in Black in 04. It was beautiful and sounded great.

[@robertgoddu3716]

Thanks for the demo Steve. Just bought one of these at Manchester Music Mill in N.H. You really do it justice with your great technique/ skills. Plays good compared to my 1970 Custom. Take care.

[@che2335]

Wonder if this is the same Manchester Music I would frequent in 1991-93 during college years

[@JoeDread316]

@@che2335 m.m.m wasn't open yet. Joe originally started the store in Morgan storage. Now he owns a couple of buildings in Manchester NH on Elm street.

[@isaiahj117]

The greatest quality and the best sounding that I have played so far from the Epiphone is the Epiphone Les Paul 1955 custom (Both P90 Pickups). I hope Epiphone will continue produce more 1955 custom guitars with the new headstock🎸🎸🎸

[@williamholcomb8645]

getting this guitar in a few days CANNOT WAIT.

[@vinceburke2542]

Holy man, just put this video on in the background and had to stop what I was doing. I thought, gawd this guitar sounds great. Nice demo!!

[@RKDriver]

I have a Japanese white LP Custom Elitist that I found in mint condition on Craigslist. They actually only made them in Japan and stopped production years ago so they're hard to find and are getting more expensive. I also have a Gibson and several other guitars but that Elitist just connects with me like no other guitar. I never would've purchased a white guitar, but when I saw it, I was hooked.

[@daviddavis4555]

Best review I've seen so far. Real talk and no fluff. Thank you. I've been looking at getting me one of these and was wondering if it would be worth the investment. Thanks for a great review of it.

[@leokimvideo]

Sounds amazing, looks old style / classic and cheap compared to a Gibson Les Paul Custom Alpine White which is a $10000 guitar in Oz. Pixxy can you explain how the Gibson is so much more expensive, the two guitars look IDENTICAL. In Australia this Epiphone Les Paul Custom costs $1700 and is explained like this. The new Les Paul Custom is part of the Epiphone’s Inspired by Gibson Collection and honors the 1950s classic designed by Mr. Les Paul in 1954 as the “tuxedo” version of his groundbreaking solid body masterpiece. Featuring a traditional Custom-style Mahogany body and Ebony fingerboard, gold hardware, critically acclaimed ProBucker™ humbuckers with CTS electronics, Grover® machine heads, and Custom-style inlay.

[@GeetarSi]

It looks similar particularly in pictures, but the reality is they aren't identical. For a start the Gibson is Nitrocellulose lacquer as opposed to Polyurethane typically used on Epi's. (and less likely to go a nice aged "creme" colour over time due to the way the paint ages. Randy Rhoads guitar wouldn't have looked the way it did in a Poly finish for example). It doesn't quite feel (or smell) the same. I also believe the way the Binding is prepped in the US is different to the Epiphone Factory, as it's hand scrapped in the US which is an incredibly skilled job. The hardware is totally different, the pickups are completely different, the woods are from different sources, the nut is different, I believe the frets are different, the Epiphone is made in the Far East, where as the Gibson is made in Gibson's Custom shop in the US. I'm not putting down the Epiphone, or saying that one is "better than the other". It's a really cool guitar and is tremendous value, but when you get the both together you'll notice the differences. Both are damned cool though and I recommend to try as many as you can. You may find you actually prefer the Epi too which is cool.

[@cutedoggo5442]

Epiphone cheap not bad Gibson expensive not good

[@leokimvideo]

@@GeetarSi Thanks, but for the huge difference are the sounds that different. In the end this is all about the sound. Pixxy plays this and it sounds pretty good. If he played the Gibson hard up against this would be hear a huge difference in output / tone.

[@isaiahmarquez9717]

$10,000 Gibson Les Paul Custom??? I don’t know which one you are looking at but the “regular” Gibson Les Paul Custom is $4,699 at Guitar Center in ebony or alpine white brand new. Still expensive but not $10,000 expensive.

[@leokimvideo]

@@isaiahmarquez9717 I like in Australia, I'm trying to compare apples with apples in price comparison, not a US price vs Oz price. Link to Oz price, I like to stick to facts. guitar.com.au/gibson-les-paul-custom-alpine-white/

[@StogieSaguaros]

Bought mine in ‘13 new for $468. Love it still. Upgraded electronics and locking bridge. My number 2 guitar. The neck on mine is quite thick compared to my Gibson custom though which is why amongst other obvious things Gibson is still my number one! Great video thanks 👍

[@Bss_-eo9dn]

Hey Steve I just want to say that I love watching your videos, and the fact you're posting more reviews.

[@bikersoncall]

5:13 The headstock really caught my attention when I first saw the new models, so nice, I could never warm up to the pre 2020 headstocks, they just seemed way to large. I even like this headstock over the Gibson, not by a big margin, but would definitely choose this one over it.

[@streamofconsciousness5826]

I was looking up my Model last month, and you vid has been recommended since, my mouse hovered over it while I was doing something else, and played half the video in the caption box, I figured I've already used the WiFi up.... And then a little serendipity, I just got a H&K Attax 100, they sound great. I looked at my gear when the amp settled into the floor it's five inches or so, (heavy) and thought, Budget Lifeson. (And I don't play the full Sus chords and Bar Chords like he does so it is fitting I have lesser Equipment). Love your tone, that's my sound as well, with no delay though. Not even too much reverb. Very Dry and Punchy.

[@Steve.Cutler]

I just ordered a 2023 version of this guitar from sweetwater. Getting it pleked by them and installing locking tuners. Should have it early next week. The ebony fretboard sold me on getting one. I love a dark neck. Technology has really upped the quality of lower priced guitars.

[@planetmue7165]

love this sound. Not to harsh or distorted. Bang on for my ears!

[@heshwuan]

That middle position sound is so nicely balanced. Sounds great.

[@neilmacke4039]

So glad they changed headstock. Only thing that ever stopped me buying one. Think the ornate one works on jazzy semi types. Cheers

[@derickcraft3437]

you are the best guitar sampler / demonstrator currently on the net as I see .....this is fact no bullshit

[@tedtalour6414]

Thank you Epiphone Gibson for fixing the headstock. Ive always maintained i wont be caught dead with that neutered headstock. Now i wpuld totally play that

[@Oilid]

Fan of gold hardware on all guitars! 😁

[@jeffreybuckingham3782]

The Master Chef, of the Sweetest Tone Sauce ever, strikes again! I want one of these, just because SFB showed me what it is capable of. Great demo!

[@2112GTR]

Steve, the newer ones have the "correct" Gibson style split diamond inlay, so it looks even closer to the original now. I've seen pictures online, and a black Epiphone SG custom with the larger diamond, so hopefully it will be something they keep, as it does look better (won't make any difference to the sound of the guitar, but hey.......😜)!! Only just realised that these are ALL Mahogany, with no maple cap, so built like the original ones from 1954-60. That's a surprise, so sound very different from a Standard, as was originally the idea I suppose!! 😁

[@deltagodangel]

ive had this guitar for years now and I never really appreciated until recently (maybe it was my inability to use humbucks). but the tone on this thing rocks and it's great value for the price.

[@stevepotter6097]

Hey buddy, Steve O from Florida. Thank you for the great video! 😎. Beautiful guitar, and I am going to be in the market very soon for my next one. Love a lot of what Epiphone puts out, owned several models but have yet to get a 2020.

[@gjm1971]

WOW!!! Just heard the Fastway - Say What You Will, riff at 6:53 🤘

[@EricMartinSmithOfficial]

I have the CUSTOM PRO alpine... LOVE IT! Stays In tune ALL night long. Love the coil taps too. I would suggest getting the custom Pro, if you can find one

[@jasonjohnson4170]

I love you man. You always bring me back to sanity.

[@mikemanne8112]

Great guitar, epiphone has improved beyond expectations.

[@SeagoGuitarist]

Those black epiphone 2020 SG's are really truly stunning. Maybe it's my introduction to rock music starting with Angus, but it's way more tuned in to the aesthetics of an SG for my preferences. Especially the white binding on the neck and gold hardware. Of course guitars are entirely subjective. In fact, until you said so, I had no idea so many people were anti gold hardware! I'm thoroughly not anti. Definitely in the smaller percentile of people who dig it. Epiphone are nailing it lately! Rock on Steve! 🤘🤘

[@connorwood9569]

Picked one up 2 weeks back, great guitar

[@kevinwoods5478]

That tone sounds awesome!

[@johndaugherty4127]

I love gold hardware. Bought my son an ESP LTD Phoenix and it is a beauty.

[@alexandercluster3003]

I was thinking about this gutiar all day before watching or seeing this. Been playing some higher end les pauls but man this Gutiar is soooo Fantastic for the money. The Gibson would involve me selling a few Gutiars. Its crazy you posted this today and I think you sold me!

[@davecooper360]

I agree! Binding, ebony, blocks, gold, speed knobs... A Custom should have all that. I also like the new headstock so much better!!

[@J1Z06]

I love ebony. I love that headstock. Might be time to grab a black one. Thanks for another terrific video. Be well. Stay safe.

[@deriangueldner23]

That black one is calling my name as well. Think it’ll be my next purchase tho I’m torn between this and a PRS for around same price range

[@J1Z06]

@@deriangueldner23 PRS makes nice guitars.... I've owned a few. Get The Black Custom!!!

[@deriangueldner23]

@@J1Z06 yes sirr!! The advice is very much appreciated. Such a beautiful guitar and the tone for that price really hard to pass up

[@MusicTherapyLaz]

Pretty pretty pretty KILLER guitar! 😎🎸🎹🤘🐦

[@dana.9377]

What a gorgeous guitar

[@johnbedinghaus8233]

Man... love the way you play! Makes me want to work harder.

[@carlmcgilton1120]

Dude was that Fastway Say what you will? Awesome!

[@Sarcybloke]

I have a black 2006 epi les paul custom it has the black and silver top hat nobs Im almost certain these were on it from new I could never part with it.. I do love that they now are made with ebony fingerboards

[@MindDezign]

The POINT of the gold hardware " it's so over the TOP it's COOL ! It's so tacky it's kick ass ! That's why you want gold. Silver and black is so pedestrian " but Gold is like FU ! It's tacky "I KNOW !" Deal with it ,that's just Kick Ass ! My favorite Les Paul epi !

[@williamb2845]

Here’s a reviewer I could hang out with. Nice job, Steve

[@garlandlabat4922]

Mine is black with gold hardware. Over the years I've had three Gibson LPs, but this is my preference.

[@electricgypsyblues4761]

Thanks for this review Steve. I def want the ebony color. Love anything with an ebony Board

[@SixStringflyboy]

I've been wanting one of these for a while, but the Ebony one. The only thing I don't like about the Ebony one is it also has the black pick guard. I just think the white one looks better on any black Les Paul, and it especially makes the binding pop even more on the custom. I had gold hardware on the Epi Les Paul Ultra II I used to own. Just looked better on that particular guitar, which is one of several reasons I went with the Ultra II over the III. It depends on the color of the body for me which one I prefer.

[@deadlegs187]

They're very cheap for a new scratch guard.

[@kensheeler7914]

When I was a kid I had a 1975 Ibanez "Law suit " custom Les Paul it was beautiful I had to give it up when I joined the Navy

[@BoeingSkunkWorks]

Just ordered mine. Been waiting months for in-stock status.

[@marioguti9887]

Yo Steve, been watching your vids for a while, just subscribed recently, really enjoy the way you talk about your guitars and also enjoy your playing...keep on rocking bro. Cheers from Mexico

[@justfunguitar1500]

Still enjoying mine, lovely guitar

[@markblue5375]

Thanks for sharing Steve ! That Epiphone is killer 🤘

[@SionynJones]

Your absolutely right about the Epiphone headstock being ornate. It's from the 30s era of big jazz guitars that had ornate headstocks and is Epiphone traditional headstock. Some thought it was a clip ear version of Gibson, but the reality is the reason it had those facets was to show off the workmanship because apparently it's hard bind a headstock like that. I like both but I think it dose depend on guitar. I will say though it has to have binding otherwise it looks really odd indeed.