The "Modern Studio" is IMPRESSIVE!

[@joecoach7268]

GOOD-NESS!!!! Man, I am finding it harder and harder to defend Gibson against those that call "GREEDY". I didnt pay $2000 for my 2020 60s Standard - and it was just a few months ago that Classics were selling for $1700. This appears to be just a flat money-grab. Neck Binding on a Studio - who cares (especially when you cant see it). Mother of Pearl headstock logo on a Studio - who cares (not worth $500). Modern heel cut on a Studio - who cares. Ebony fret board on a Studio - who cares (not worth $500) - then to add insult to injury, ship them in a gig bag - Really??? On a personal level, I dont really have any complaints. I have 2 Studios so I dont care if Gibson runs the retail price on these up to $5k, mine just become worth more. But as a HUGE Gibson fan, this is incredibly disappointing that Gibson continues to move toward pricing out buyers by adding things that overall dont matter to the playing experience. Studios have always been the working musicians Les Paul - the workhorse. Now we get things that dont matter at a price point that is either unaffordable or that doesnt make financial sense to pay. Thanks for the vid Trogly - love your channel.

[@jerbear1601]

Working musicians aren't buying Gibson's anymore. They are pricing themselves out of the market as they have a revolving door of CEO's trying to figure out what's going wrong. Robot tuners, poor quality, designs nobody wants and pricing that is out of touch are just a few missteps.

[@YourWifesBoyfriend]

I feel the same way about eggs sometimes. Damn fat cat chickens making eggs for doctors and lawyers, not the everyman.

[@ebs777]

gibsons a joke. qc is one of the worst industry then these types of things. prs usa gets my money

[@joecoach7268]

Two weeks ago, I would have supported your comment on PRS. I love Gibson - I have 3 of them and have never had a QC issue. I also have a PRS from 2019 that is a great guitar - but - I just bought a Silver Sky SE (maple fretboard) last week and it has literally the worst fret work I have ever had on a guitar - ever. I bought post-COVID Fenders that werent as bad as this PRS. On the Dylan Talks Tone channel, he got the same Silver Sky SE and had the same issues - other than my fret issues were on all of them and I have several uneven frets. I spent almost 3 hours fixing the fret sprout and I havent even addressed the fret leveling issue. I am very disappointed.

[@tedjohnson5210]

This should be the same price as the “old” studio. 1699 is plenty.

[@dan197573]

they have them on reverb brand new for 1699

[@loman83509]

i read this so wrong, for some reason i read it as “this should be the same price as the old studio from 1699” 😂

[@msaintpc]

I think the new Studio around 2012, was around $700 - $750. Some still even had MOP inlays in the headstocks. Wish I could've been smart enough to have hung onto the ones I had.

[@tedjohnson5210]

@@dan197573 you’ll have to show me, because I only see 1999. The regular studios are 1699, but the moderns are all 1999.

[@Darth.Shredder]

Nice guitar but not $2k nice. A Classic is only $200 more right now with a hardshell case.

[@frankwebster9110]

That's it in a nutshell

[@elvee7851]

@@frankwebster9110 For 2K I would expect a hardshell case, not a gig bag.

[@jlo7770]

​@@elvee7851I have a hard time spending that kinda money and get a bag as well... unless it's those "gig bags" that are basically a case with nylon cover. That's not the case with these gibsons. I'd never buy one, there's a lot of other guitars that are 2k that are without a doubt way better than what gibson makes

[@elvee7851]

@@jlo7770 A lot of companies now are giving gig bags instead of hard shell cases as a cost cutting measure. I don't like the trend - for $1500+ guitars I expect a hard shell case.

[@jlo7770]

@@elvee7851 same, I was unimpressed when my 1600$ Ltd showed up in a cardboard box.. I'm even more shocked strandberg is selling 3000$ guitars and putting them in a cheap weird gigbag. At that price a hard case is a must, it's an expensive piece of equipment. Honestly I wouldn't even mind having the option to pay 50-100$ extra they come in a hardcase but a lot of companies don't even do that. I 100% agree, it's companies charging more and giving less for that more money. Kinda hope people stop paying for this crap, I know I'm not buying a new gibson lol

[@Livelaughlimpbizkit]

Gibson pricing is absolutely wild. One of their cheapest base models is more expensive than fenders most high end

[@deanaf]

If Gibson built cars, we would all be driving model T's but with a new gas cap. For a premium.

[@mvalentino5650]

And the people driving them would be yelling at the rest of us driving Lamborghinis, Porsches, GTRs, and Bugattis (or hell, any other modern car) at a better price saying, “yeah but my car has MOJO, and that’s why it’s better than your objectively superior car!” 😂 this company has almost went out of business several times, but these boomers keep it on life support. Slash is my favorite guitarist, but I wish he would’ve played ANYTHING else so Gibson could’ve been gone. I’ll never understand how people will pay more money for an antiquated piece of technology. Like imagine paying 5 grand for a VCR. That’s what paying for a Les Paul is like.

[@scatterbrain33]

@@mvalentino5650 The great irony is.. like Slash a lot of famous players use a multitude of guitars in the studio. Most can't think for themselves.

[@mordokch]

Gibson: We're giving you less, but we're charging you more. The world: We are shocked ! Well not that shocked.

[@johnfoskey7855]

Inflation my friend

[@DragDealer]

Inflation lol! There is no justification for such bs…. A 93 studio is basically a custom without all the bells and whistles. Now the DO give you LESS Coz they want to give you less and charge more

[@sixslinger9951]

@@DragDealer don't buy one then. quit your little girl whining.

[@IZE83L]

I feel like this has more features than my 2021 studio .... bound ebony fretboard. Gibson inlay on headstock vs screen print. Bypass to bridge. Access heel and belly carve. The cooler keystone style grover tuners... I'm kinda jelly 😅

[@shanetown]

Adjusted for inflation, this would've cost about $950 in '93. Make of that what you will.

[@juanmacaceres2702]

So: less quality finish, still no locking tuners, still no proper axcess heel joint, still no stainless steel, but $500 more than before, and the old Studio was simply discontinued so you can't buy it no more. $2000 is a lot of money, ando you can buy much more quality guitars, you can even buy a used proper Les paul MODERN, which retailed for $3.5k and is a waaaay better deal. Gibson keeps losing buyers, real player buyers.

[@sixslinger9951]

is that why these guitars are selling fast?

[@juanmacaceres2702]

@@sixslinger9951 Says who? And if that is true, people are more stupid than I thought

[@philcasogonzo14]

Real players or people that like to look at it on the wall? Playability this is top notch.

[@nothingbutgrief888]

i just bought the purple one, the ebony fretboard and mother of pearl logo was enough for me to upgrade from the old studios, oh and the purple finish is EXQUISITE. the binding on neck is pretty dope too. black chrome hardware is a definite plus. so, coming from a studio player, this thing rocks

[@ericoswood1856]

I have a 1998 Studio with the same pickups and a beautiful gloss wine red finish and gold hardware. Mine makes this look like a toy.

[@StevieZero]

So does my 93 Wine Red...Mine has chrome hardware and Grovers ,,,same pickups...q

[@boblabahh4893]

Just remember mother of pearl is 25% more. Plastic is $0.03 vs. MOP at $0.0375 per guitar

[@the.communist]

That doesnt justify 2 grand

[@monochromedout]

Surprised Trogley took it so easy on Gibson here. I mean, I know he's a fan boy and doesn't want to rock the boat but.....high quality satin??? binding and a logo makes $2k seem more sensible? Come on Trog, just say that its not enough to justify $2k period.

[@Trog]

All it is missing is a little more buffing time and binding on the body from being a “standard.” People are being too hard on these. These will be sleeper classics in the future on the used market. Try one - you’ll like it. There are many different kinds of satin finishes

[@steveparish9210]

I aso think people don't take American manufacturing cost into consideration. American workers can't compete with Chinese wages and shouldn't have too. Also more hand labor with Gibson s@@Trog

[@Darth.Shredder]

@@Trog A gloss finish and body binding are the most expensive labor intensive costs for Gibson. Not having either saves them a lot of money. A Classic is only $200 more and has a gloss finish, body and neck binding and a hardshell case.

[@gazzy_burns]

@@Trogit’s a Tribute basically

[@RC51Rod]

@@Trog People like yourself need to be calling out Gibson on this BS, as do us consumers. I dont know a single person that wants all the electronics i a Les Paul! A garbage finish and a gig bag.

[@younkinjames8571]

I believe a spell has been cast on Gibson fans...that is an 800 dollar guitar tops..

[@ebs777]

yup

[@howardfierke8381]

Should come with hardshell case at this price point

[@thespatch]

Look at those file marks on the binding at @3:25. For $2K? I don't get it.

[@jimmyhartman573]

PT CORT is rockin

[@gazzy_burns]

Don’t tell Agnesi

[@texasfreedomlover4730]

Microphonic pickups in a brand new expensive guitar? What’s up at Gibson?

[@jockelfernau8207]

These things are around 2200 Euro over here. 2400 Dollar! You can get a really good Standard from the 90s for even less. No way, Gibson!

[@miketurner1768]

For the price the QC is horrible . Gibson deserves all the negativity it gets.

[@dsholt]

I just can't get on board with satin finishes, and they seem to be taking over.

[@Darth.Shredder]

I agree. The industry has managed to convince consumers that it's a benefit and something they should want, while in reality it costs them a lot less to manufacture. People claim they don't like stickiness of gloss but satin can also get sticky in humidity and over time starts to buff from handling it. You end up with finish blotches all over the body surface and back of the neck, not to mention a minor ding can easily chip off wood. Of course, some troll will respond now and claim their satin guitar is the best thing ever and "breathes" and still looks pristine but they probably spend more time looking at it on a guitar stand in their bedroom than gigging with it. Then again, there are a lot of posers out there who like fake relics.

[@Thisisrance]

I like some satin, but not the open grain like these. It looks cheap. Probably because it is cheap 😂

[@WilliamHaisch]

16:59 $2000 guitar gets you a $20 pickup! 😂 17:14 _Can also be used as a microphone!?!?_ 😂

[@the.communist]

Or a megaphone.

[@ernieb3626]

Oh I would love to trade neck binding for a discount.

[@MarkEdward-bl6cr]

That 90,s Studio destroys the new one in every possible way 😂

[@MalisaDonnelly]

All day long 😊

[@StevieZero]

My 93 destroys everything

[@b00neDawg00]

Why do neck binding if you can’t even see it?

[@jordanpratt3821]

Feel I suppose

[@sixslinger9951]

binding makes a huge difference in feel. I have both, bound and unbound.

[@the.communist]

@@sixslinger9951 is black binding cheaper that white?

[@j.d.leslie8458]

Well, you can buy an SG 61 reissue with a hard case for the same price.

[@BCarpenter2314]

My thoughts exactly! And get better pickups in the SG too!

[@paulburton5150]

Get an SG now before Gibson ruin that line too!

[@davidfmgonzalez]

2k and you don't even get a hardshell case... congrats, Gibson! 😂

[@fionncaomanac339]

Seems like it's pretty much a Tribute Les Paul with just a couple of differences that are negligible to making it a better instrument.

[@peterbenecz8410]

Yea its pretty much a Tribute for almost double the price.. Love my tribute, which I believe is getting discontinued.

[@bernddoolmann5597]

No the Tributes have Maple Necks

[@fionncaomanac339]

I'll agree it is a difference but does it make it better though? I have a handful of Gibsons including a vintage K'zoo one and honestly the mahogany neck although looks beautiful is the biggest thing that causes problems Imo whether it be headstock breaks, tuning stability and neck ramp issues. The maple neck on the Tribute is sort of a blessing in disguise for reliability and if anything makes it better especially for a player's guitar.@@bernddoolmann5597

[@ronaldmay1283]

@@bernddoolmann5597 not mine, mahogany

[@amslu]

Cheap finish and ugly burst for $2k?

[@leomilani_gtr]

Should be called weird burst blue...

[@dnwfc4400]

finish seems interesting for me but f...g nitro lacquer for 2k, no locking tuners, and not even hard case.... its insane

[@texasfreedomlover4730]

No way! I’ve owned a number of Studios and I still own one today. I’ve also owned Standards and Cusons, a 68 black beauty Custom two pup model that I sold many years ago before they became crazy expensive. But for $2k there are a bunch of nice used higher level LP’s including a hsc.

[@okayestguitar66]

I guess they gotta pay for all them lawyers and lawsuits somehow.

[@rkttime]

A more subdued poker chip would make it better as would a black screw on the pickguard. That chrome one really stands out. Great review but I'll keep my 2018 Tribute model.

[@johndef5075]

Why put binding on if you cant finish it right?

[@jirdesteva]

The Gibson name and price should have better QC. At 2k fret sprout should not be an issue.

[@sgt.grinch3299]

I still prefer my LPs with P-90s. As a matter of fact I prefer P-90s in everything.

[@Bryan-jd7os]

I have a Tribute Les Paul with P90's that I really haven't even had a chance to play.

[@raytorvalds3699]

Had to chuckle at the neck binding that you can't even see. Also, thanks for putting that bald guy with a beard in my head. Can't unsee it now. Nothing wrong with that look, but thanks lol 🤣

[@jimmyjames2022]

Studio Modern is $2700CAD in Canada! Fretboard binding but no annoying nibs, yay! But then short tenon with that deep access heel carve seems like a bad idea. Making the working player's Studio guitar such a light satin nitro seems like a big loss too. A light satin nitro can chip away fairly fast under use and it's depressing to watch that, especially if it's pretty finish that contrasts to bare wood. Now Gibson dropped the Tribute line, in Canada the cheapest new Gibson LP is the Modern Lite at $2000CAD. I love Gibson but I'm pushed out of that new guitar market now.

[@robotjeans]

I love my 2016 radiant red studio. 2023 Studios were 1400 euros just a few months ago, these are 2200 euros, a standard is around 2700 new. WTF Gibson? Also, and just a f*n gig bag? My 2016 came with a beautiful case for 1300. I love Gibsons but this is out of control

[@jrtme]

Two corrections. The hardware is black nickel not chrome. The binding is not plastic it is Ebony

[@jeffreymorreale7223]

I can't get behind the satin finish. Also Gibson needs to ditch those PCBs.

[@PaperBanjo64]

I wouldn't want a nitro satin finish, it would probably rub off, I really don't like nitro finishes in general besides looks.

[@ronaldmay1283]

The “classic “ model is the way to go.

[@joermnyc]

Ehh, I’ll stick with the epi lp modern, yes it’s missing the straight to bridge knob, but it’s over half the price less, and gloss finish (I have the flame top in burbon burst… I didn’t like the fade finishes at all)

[@tj10777]

Yeah, I have a Gibson Les Paul just to have one. It sounds amazing, but is my most uncomfortable guitar to play. I play it once every couple of months, then it goes back in the case till the next time I get a Les Paul itch.

[@MuscleCarLover]

Oh god, that microphonic feedback would be an absolute killer in a studio setting, hopefully your example is an outlier and not the norm

[@jamesmarkham7489]

Not like that should be caught in some sort of QC check….

[@MuscleCarLover]

@@jamesmarkham7489 Yeah, that was baaaaad, a bit of microphonic feedback is typical for vintage era correct pickups that are unpotted, but what they use in the modern series really should be potted by default

[@Suddsy.]

2k for a guitar without a case seem ridiculous

[@fluffytoaster427]

Grabbed my 91 Studio for just under 1100 shipped and taxed during the height of Covid. While I like the look and idea of these new ones, 2k is absolutely batshit.

[@TheModmc]

i sometimes wonder if brands like gibson just trust, that most of their customers dont even look somewhere else

[@PaperBanjo64]

There's so much more variety these days, even Gibson's own brand Epiphone has a lot of selection, there's so much competition, especially from far eastern manufacturing getting better and better, I just sold a Gibson Les Paul Studio in January I don't even miss it!

[@joecoach7268]

I'm a customer - I own 3 Les Pauls. Now way will I or would I pay $2000 for this guitar.

[@looking_33]

only a Gibson is good enough

[@Darth.Shredder]

I'd go even further by adding that even if they only looked at the Gibson brand they'd see there are better options than a $2k satin studio. A regular LP Studio is $300 less, a Modern Lite LP is $500 less, an LP Special is $200 less, An LP Classic is only $200 more and includes a case, an SG Standard is $200 less, the SG '61 is the same price with a case. And like you said, there are a ton of options outside of Gibson.

[@looking_33]

@@Darth.Shredder I am only buying a Gibson if I want a Les Paul. Sorry.

[@dustin2901]

I wouldn't mind having one but damn Gibson prices are just way to high.

[@IamMusicNerd]

Way overpriced. You can get a much nicer brand new Traditional Pro for around $2k during most holiday sales with a hard shell case and more unique pickups.

[@togger3.011]

I wish Gibson would go back to honey-burst / lemon-burst with the Studio, the exposed maple cap on lighter colors works.

[@the.communist]

Any exposed maple cap works. Thats what prs does

[@princevalium25]

8 year old me playing Guitar Hero: Someday I'll have a real Gibson and be a rock star 24 year old me: Man I really want that new Harley Benton

[@lanatrzczka]

It's cool, but I feel like the prices are out of control. In my world, finding a twenty year old Studio for $900 and taking it to my favorite local luthier for a setup means I can have an incredible Les Paul and still afford lunch. Nice video though.

[@plenaryverbalist]

I have a 1990 black/gold studio exactly like the one in the video. Hated the 490R/498T set in it, replaced it With Seymour Duncan A2Pros a long time ago and love the way it sounds now. That pickup set always has a muddy neck sound and a snotty bridge tone. No idea why Gibson uses it standard on so many guitars when they have a dozen other better options.

[@brianowens9093]

You say, "Oh yeah, now I understand why they are 500 more than the light version. I don't get it. The prices are crazy.

[@flapjack413]

So much for anyone ever rocking that one with no pickguard.

[@MrSkyfish7]

Give us back the gloss. These need a "Studio Tribute" etching into the truss rod cover.

[@clarkbabin9799]

I could do without the binding if i got a hard case instead.

[@Bryan-jd7os]

100 percent

[@nieko3038]

The ebony board is a big plus. Cool to see they put on a decent logo. But for that money.. My 2013 Tribute with mahogany neck was a steal. Happier by the year. 810 USD inflation calculated to 2024. Not going to bother with new Gibsons anymore.

[@radaryoder6058]

2k for a studio with a cheap finish . This is a 600 guitar. Was looking for a new custom I was shocked 5799? I was figuring 3500 tops crazy. Amazing they can still sell smarten up people.

[@KALVIN123]

$2K for this and PRS just drop a $499 SE CE Standards Satín Finish with better QC 😂😂😂

[@sixslinger9951]

with shitty pups and electronics and those guitars feel like little toys. they are good beginners guitars though.

[@paulburton5150]

@@sixslinger9951 although could spend $1500 on pickups and electronics and still have a guitar with better QC 😂

[@the.communist]

@@sixslinger9951 are they microphonic though?

[@reno145]

I will stick with my ‘91 Studio Lite. Popped out the stock ceramics and put in an Alnico 2 set instead.

[@gazzy_burns]

Overpriced. Absolute insanity

[@FuzzWoof]

I actually laughed out loud when I heard they were $2k. For a Studio? That's hilarious. Whoever is in charge of Gibson pricing these days is absolutely tripping.

[@jerbear1601]

Yeah, even Mark Agnesi is looking a little like he doesn't GAF anymore. Did you see his London Gibson Garage video?

[@the.communist]

They should have kept it at 1999. Looks better.

[@the.communist]

@@jerbear1601 looks like they were selling diamonds

[@djguitarplayer9779]

Hi, it's a nice guitar. Here in norway where i live. At the local store, one like this costs around 2,600 US$. It is very expensive

[@viperBSG]

Gibson is just out for the money at this time. No way at $2000.00 Can't justify it at all!

[@58BURST]

Imagine,,,,, Gibson, raising the price on anything. 😉

[@PaperBanjo64]

Ha ha just as you commented they'll raise the prices again (sarcasm)

[@ubNox]

It really seems like Caesar is listening to the fans and trying to get back to the golden eras of each model, upping the ante with MOP appointments and more modern features for both new and old players. It’s something I love to see.

[@joecoach7268]

I agree - but is he really listening because I dont hear anyone asking for a $2000 Studio.

[@gazzy_burns]

He’s a massive nerd.

[@sixslinger9951]

@@joecoach7268 it's easy, don't buy this model then. God you people are such babies.

[@Somenite]

Even with the little upgrades it seems like it cost a bit much for what is essentially an entry level LP model. Plenty of used Studio's on the market for fantastic prices that I would jump on before going with one of these. Saw a really clean used studio in a local shop a few months ago for 900 hundred that had a top that looked like it belonged on a Standard. Also seems like if your set on new it would be better to spend two hundred more on a LP Classic as there are still plenty around.

[@edgardo034]

Poker chip on. Always on.

[@eternum7056]

They made a nice improvement, price raze is stupid. Like, for 2k you can get a lot of guitar. AZ Prestige series from Ibanez, American Player from Fender, Strandbers, Some high end improts or USA Jackson from Virtuoso line. No Stainless steel frets, Les Pauls never were the most playable guitars and they aren't now. Like, I really like Gibson, but I don't think I'll ever buy one

[@clayh254]

This price is pretty insulting honestly. A top of the line Fender American Vintage II Stratocaster is just a couple hundred dollars more than one of these, and if you don't want vintage specs then the modern guitars are hundreds of dollars CHEAPER than this.

[@suleymancetinkaya2755]

I bought my studio for 800bucks in 2016, never looked back.

[@MarkEdward-bl6cr]

Satin for 2k NOPE 👎 does anyone think this is a step up from the previous Studio ???

[@boogerz]

i agree. 2k for a studio, no thanks

[@adiohead]

They should be £800 max.

[@DS-nw4eq]

That’s your opinion

[@boops1834]

I much prefer satin

[@MarkEdward-bl6cr]

@@DS-nw4eq yep

[@msaintpc]

I'm a devout Gibson man and have spent thousands upon thousands on their guitars and wide beveled custom made pickguards and truss rod covers. Other than on my woman and kids, I've spent more money on Gibsons than anything else I can think of. Yes, I dress my ladies up, however, I wish Gibson would put volutes on their guitars...would be similar to elegant French garters on a luxurious pair of French pantyhose. They make the neck look more attractive and makes it more playable as well as reinforces it, while the extra wood makes the guitar more resonant - and it doesn't get in the way of the player's hands...not to mention the millions of dollars it would save Gibson players in repair money, anxiety, frustration and downright agony. Were it not for the weak neck joint, we wouldn't have to baby them out of fear of headstock breaks. If Gibson were to install them on their guitars TODAY, believe me, they'd put everybody else out of business - even with their overpricing, greed and pathetic QC problems.🙂 Not putting down the guitar of my life - just stating something that would make it an even better guitar. But make no mistake, even with its QC problems it's still the undisputed king of electric guitars and it don't look like things will ever be otherwise.

[@EvilMerlin]

People paying this stupid money for a Gibson get what they deserve. A poor QA poorly assembled guitar. With a name. $2000... man some people just don't think.

[@OrenZar]

Have a 91 studio with Ebony fretboard and it's a blast, studios are usually great value for money, when they are not 2k :)

[@wendellwatson4464]

Really like the Smokehouse version

[@waynebake1123]

Those fret ends do look kinda rough for a 2k guitar. I spent 800$ less on a level 1 Texas Toast Challenger and it's more solid for less. Made in USA.

[@GerbenBergman]

I'm glad I got my Tribute when I did. Either way, none of these newer models are available in lefty, so it seems Gibson doesn't want me as a customer anyway. Moving on. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Davidckennedymusic]

Not sure that was supposed to be microphonic…..

[@TheGalilee416]

17:14 that cracked me up 😂

[@nbenning25]

Pre-owned ‘90’s studio for the win!

[@telecatsermaster]

Studios have their place for sure…. But i would personally buy a used one that im not afraid to gig or mod or otherwise beat up….

[@leviathan_is_me]

...to make the price "viable"? Dude, c'mon...that's kind of insulting, lol. There is NOTHING on this guitar that screams $2000, there is nothing that screams $1499. The binding is chopped right t.f. up it seems. They screwed the studios imo. Not a fan of these. The finish looks bad, like really bad. The studios from the 90s were workhorses that had.....class is the word that comes to mind. This is just...nope. Edit: $2000 and you dont even get the multi tool.

[@rocktorrocks]

I really dig these but I can’t understand why they bothered with black binding on the ebony board without fret nibs…at that point the binding can barely be seen or felt. I’d rather it be unbound and slightly cheaper. Also satin finish might feel nice but makes it look cheap. At $1800 I’d be more excited but $2K seems excessive. I might still buy one but not in a rush. I was fortunate to find a 1990 Alpine white studio that I adore. I’d get the modern to pair with it but it could never replace my 1990.

[@ArchieOnEarth]

Instead of “Studio” on the truss rod cover, they should replace “model” with “studio” on the headstock silkscreen. Like they did on the classics for a while.

[@srogers500]

I guess they really do need to keep the price of the cheapest Gibsons higher than the highest priced Ephiphones. The only thing the Studios had going for them was the price. You can get a used Standard way cheaper than a new Studio and cheaper than the fanciest Ephiphone, now. That just seems crazy to me. Times are definitely changing.

[@cedricBUNKERTON]

Uk price is £1999 for modern studio. I paid £1400 for the Tangerine Burst studio & I just got a PRS SE Custom for £600. I think I got the better deal.

[@blackout8845]

2k is really a lot compared to what an LTD 1000 series offers you for 500 less... Overall a great guitar, unnecessary neck binding but at least we finally get a compound radius fingerboard on a studio

[@intoit1074]

Pass on this new one. I bought the old 90s studio black with the ebony board.

[@Spiralbythesea]

I got one a month ago for a great price new. in wine red. the routes, not clean at all. surprisingly messy in the rear. and it had a bad phoenix connector, causing hum. all in all, lovely players guitar.

[@Madakalim]

My friend has a Epi Modern LP with a nice flame top that was like $800 and all the push/pull options is too confusing for its own good.

[@kjackson5946]

Just to clarify: I don’t hate the finish because it’s satin, I hate it because it’s ugly & cheap looking. ❤️😎🎸

[@rudiyantohalim736]

The satin finish makes me think that this one is a Tribute with some cosmetic upgrade. I think Gibson should at least give at least a gloss finish for the top, and leave the back and neck satin

[@the_hippykiller22]

So this is essentially a tribute with ebony board for double the price? Gibson is going crazy with the pricing of their entry level guitars, this is literally unacceptable. That crappy paint for the price of a classic (expect it to be discontinued soon) with no case, f*** you Gibson. You are going back to the worst times of the juskiewicz era here

[@NigelMills-q2m]

Re:Gibson finishing quality - bought an SG custom from new, the finishing was rough, very rough, especially up by the nut, appalling considering the price. Compared to a US Pro Strat finishing, it was third world and the SG was far more expensive. Just an FYI.

[@andrewbecker3700]

I think its ridiculous that people will pay that kind of money for an entry level Gibson that has faulty wiring or a bad pickup. The same brand snobs will turn their noses up at a $1499 Epiphone that comes with a $200 Gator TSA chainsaw case. The new '79 LP custom silverburst AJ sig. from Epiphone is packed with high end features, like the Gibson Custombucker neck pickup that retails for $279. If having your favorite brand on the headstock is important, buy a cobbled together weird looking Gibson. If you want the absolute highest spec'd and utterly gorgeous guitar Epiphone has ever produced, get on that preorder list. Because they aren't going to be "in stock" for at least 3-4 months minimum.

[@Truther85]

epiphone price on some of there models is also geting out of control

[@petedetraglia4776]

I bought my Gibson Studios brand new in the 1990's when they were $699.99. Basically I got 2 for less than the price of one with these new absolutely CRAZY prices on them. I also bought a 100 watt Marshall Super Triple lead combo amp for $750.00 new.

[@j_music_8779]

$2K is a JOKE. Love Gibson, but that guitar is overpriced and they just keep hiking up prices. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Saxby8six]

what kindof monster would throw away an apple charger. They're good for anything

[@leomilani_gtr]

I don't recall any artist known for using studios. Do you guys know any?

[@tony_dms350]

I would love to learn more about the 07-08 vintage mahogany Les Paul studios I’ve got one and is an amazing instrument! I’ve read at a forum that those models where using bodies from customs but I can’t be assure of it!

[@Trog]

What they are likely referring to is they are built “like” a 1957 reissue. They will still be slightly thinner though as is the nature of a studio. Great guitars!

[@riffsnreviews]

Should have gone with locking tuners

[@markjamesmeli2520]

I have NEVER seen the "worn white" in a Les Paul Studio. I only knew one player that had one. He bought it around (the year) 2003, and he was hell bent on a Les Paul. So, his woodgrain red finish model was obviously a "consolation prize." It stayed in tune really well, but that's all the "good" I have to say about it.

[@shawnking2380]

At 1:00, what is that vibrato system on the middle guitar?

[@justnik8727]

I have a 2021 Smokehouse burst Gibson Studio and I love it. Bought it for $2300 Australian new, now they are $2800