Epiphone Wilshire P90 - Vintage Reissue Guitar Review

[@aaronhiggs]

Seriously, this is the best guitar channel on KZbin. You deserve all the success you get, your hard work is not unnoticed. This is my next guitar. I love the feel of the neck and p90s just sing. Cheers Colin.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Aaron, thanks for the kind words man that's appreciated!! 🙏😊

[@corneliuscrewe677]

I second that. I find myself skipping through a lot of fluff on other channels, but Colin’s gets put up on the TV.

[@aaronhiggs]

@@corneliuscrewe677 same. It’s always fascinating. It feels like a proper show format to me.

[@corneliuscrewe677]

@@aaronhiggs It’s better, he isn’t pandering to advertising.

[@bradleyclosson5042]

Totally the best, no other channel comes close!

[@LitoLevenbach]

You're quickly becoming one of my favorite guitar reviewers! It's nice to get the in-depth look beyond all the promotional lingo, and you manage to get a lot of the current stuff I'm interested in. I recently scored one of these and it gets a lot of playing time.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Lito, thanks for supporting man! 😎👍

[@robertparks634]

I'm not sure what I enjoy more. Your reviews or listening to you play. Great job as always.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Robert that's kind and very much appreciated... but surely it can't be my playing?? 🤣🤣👍

[@robertparks634]

Of all the Epiphone's what is your top 3

[@tylerdurden5122]

@@theguitaristas Colin I can confirm it is indeed your playing. I am fender through and through and have absolutely zero interest in anything else, but watch all your videos to hear you play. I would love to have your ability and playing style, and that’s about as high a compliment you can receive from another guitar player. Rock on mate!! 👍🇦🇺

[@theguitaristas]

@@tylerdurden5122 Cheers mate! 🙏😊

[@sqidvishus]

What a very interesting guitar. If you hadn't covered this one it would have continued to fly under my radar. Those P-90s sounded pretty good and that Big Muff really brought them to life with the tone rolled off. The electronics certainly responded well and the taper was nice and smooth with those CTS pots. Thank you for another fine film, mate. Your playing and reviews are always enjoyable and very informative. Cheers!

[@theguitaristas]

😎👍

[@joshpointoh]

I play mine through a Vox MV50, and I love the combination

[@USTTRM]

Under the radar to be sure! Thanks for taking the financial plunge for us to get a great review on this really cool design!

[@theguitaristas]

200 Quid! 🤣👍

[@voiceofexperience]

This is probably the most "understated" sounding P90-equipped guitar I've ever heard. Quite a contrast to it's brash single pup stable-mate. (Edit: I have the Crestwood... you REALLY need to review that too!)

[@theguitaristas]

It will happen! 😆👍

[@stevesteve1965]

Well done Colin. I certainly would want these over the LP Jr's at these prices, a quater the price at least and very nearly the same guitar, p90, mahogany body, neck... What's not to like.

[@bradleyclosson5042]

...and better neck access, light weight and a unique look

[@benallmark9671]

And simply feel better in the hands. More enjoyable to play to be honest.

[@consumerproducts]

Your channel is one of the best guitar channels on KZbin, awesome work!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for the kind words and support it's really appreciated! 🙏😊

[@markpell8979]

Big Muff on the neck pickup sounded great. That was with the neck tone rolled back to about 3-4. When you hit the Big Muff that pickup's sound came to life.

[@theguitaristas]

Yes some great tones hidden in there and it's a joy when they come out! 😎👍

[@richardlynch5632]

Absolutely...that tone immediately jumped out to the front and made a statement 😎👍

[@MerovingianBR]

I'm a simple man, I see a new The Guitaristas vid, I press like. Cheers!

[@justinhaskell5502]

Same. I click like before I even watch. We know the standards we're dealing with here.

[@joehahn8817]

That's funny, I made mention of that in my comment this morning too!!!

[@theguitaristas]

I love you guys! 🙏😊

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Leandro! 🙏😎

[@detthoff]

Haha exactly!

[@paulkowatch7401]

Another brilliant review, lovely enthusiastic playing. When I bought my Coronet I was looking at this model as well. I ended up with the Coronet due to my desire for a single pick up, simple guitar. A year on am still loving playing it.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers mate! 😎👍

[@ericwarrington6650]

I've been attracted to this guitar for a while now..thanks for the great review my friend

[@jaypeterson7637]

Thank you for the terrific Wilshire review. Discovered your channel about 3 months ago and it's now my favorite channel hands down! Your warmth and genuine personality are refreshing, not to mention thorough guitar knowledge.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Jay that's appreciated!

[@markbeasley1138]

I really like these guitars, and didn't Stevie Marriott play one in Humble Pie? I love the fact that Epiphone are dipping into their history and their own brand guitars are great. These have been on my radar for a number of months now but I've been undecided on the Willshire or the Coronet but will probably have the Willshire for additional flexibility. I really like the look of the Crestwood too. They have mini hums rather than P90s which is a shame as I would like one of them for sure but my mini hum needs are covered by my Riviera. I think the geezer in Reef plays a Crestwood( an original I think). Great video again Colin and some really nice playing. 👍

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Mark! Yes Steve Marriott played a Dwight branded Coronet I believe. 😎👍

[@adrian_V99]

I believe Marriott played a Dwight.

[@theguitaristas]

@@adrian_V99 👍👍

[@lescaster2179]

@@theguitaristas Nice tip of the cap with the Black Coffee loop 🙂

[@johnsmith-sm6mh]

@@lescaster2179Agreed mate , can’t beat a bit of Pie

[@Nightmerica]

There was a used one of these in a nearby shop. I thought it was interesting, but wound up getting a 2010 Epiphone G-400 custom (basically a repro of the ‘61 SG-style Les Paul custom with the three pickups) instead. What can I say, it’s an SG and a perfect mate to my Epi 1961 Les Paul SG Standard. I love the metal Epiphone plate on the headstock. I also had a moment where you took the pickguard off and I was like, “Wow, it looks sharp that way.” Great work, good sir!

[@gustafrenstrom8549]

Another great video from you! Man that is a lot of guitar for the money. i love this line of epiphone guitars hand have had my eyes on the coronet for a while. i have played an original and these new ones are as spot on as you can possibly make them today for that price.

[@voyager7]

What a beast!!! I've never considered the Wilshire before, there was always an SG or LP special with P90's....definitely will be taking a closer look now!!!

[@davidmurray9193]

That's a nice sounding epiphone I'm impressed and looks a comfortable guitar to play 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@stevenhorton7457]

Nice one Colin intresting review as always ,keep up the great work ,i always look forward to the next installment 👍

[@gerryloughran1676]

Sweet guitar for sure with and with a SG vibe … the way p90s are mounted in most guitars are a nightmare … so thanks for the tire down, springs sure give more accurate and stable setup ..that HB amp sure sings… looks better without the pick guard !… great choice cool tones

[@sixbladeknife44]

I’ve had a bunch of recent Epis that’s I bought new…QC is all over the place unfortunately, all of them have needed varying degrees of work out of the box. A few that had to go back. When you get a good one, they can be a nice bang for the buck, but I’d advise anyone to try them out in person first if they’re able before purchasing. This one sounds nice, it looks and sounds the part.

[@mattheinly3772]

First of all, I love your videos! Your commentary makes me laugh, and I like your playing. 👍 I really enjoy the fact that you are not pretentious and lusting after Gibson, Fender, PRS, etc. It was great to see you rocking another Epiphone (second hand even) and your cheap amp. Love it!!! Keep up the good work!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Matt, thanks for supporting it's appreciated! 😎👍

[@tomcarmody5471]

Thank you. Also I love your videos. You do a really good job reviewing guitars and I love your playing. I hope your channel continues to grow.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Tom! 😁🙏

[@edlicari3909]

Wow now that’s a great guitar right there! Best channel on KZbin for guitar reviews without a doubt. Keep up the great work! 👍

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Ed!

[@markusw9286]

That sound with tone rolled off and a big muff. Instant GAS! Your channel/reviews are so good Colin that it has made me want to buy too many guitars!

[@chrisforever1255]

Very interesting guitar - Epiphone´s try to build an SG. And the P90´s are a good reason for this one! Great video as always! Greetings from Germany - nearly 23.000 subscribers👍

[@ajb2065]

Think this is pre SG

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Chris! 😎👍

[@joehahn8817]

The SG body style didn't come out until '61, this has been around since the late 50s. Gibson was putting out double cut Les Pauls with slab bodies in the late 50s if I'm not mistaken, which was the same time these Wilshires and Coronets were first being made.

[@terryjohinke8065]

The original had only one P-90 . Steve Marriot used one. He slung it around and it sounded great. Epiphone made REALLY good pickups in the late 50s and early 60s.

[@mjvicc1952]

Your in depth reviews are the best, “ What’s not to love?”

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks for supporting! 😎👍

[@book3100]

Brilliant guitar. Now i want one.

[@mihcmac5983]

I got a new Red Wilshire in 2020, it has taken over a s my favorite guitar.seconded by my 2020 Epiphone SG Classic Worn P90. These 2 guitars are setup very similar with P90s, TOM bridges and all mahogany construction. The Classic has a D profile SlimTaper neck while the Wilshire's Medium C profile is actually smaller. I have several Epiphones, the Wilshire has earned its place as my favorite but the SG Classic is right behind.

[@Trial212]

I stopped by my local shop earlier today (meaning Friday afternoon here in the US) to pick up some EB Slinky strings. Little did I know that I would run across this guitar in cherry red, Brand new with a 2022 serial number. Well, I just had to give it a play. I ran it thru a Blues Junior like the one I have at home and WoW!! what a great little guitar!! Epiphone Pro soapbar P-90's with CTS pots. It played and sounded great!!! So for $499.00 USD it followed me home. NGD!!! I'm a happy old man!!! You did a great review as always Colin!! I appreciate your insight!! Keep up the great work....Cheers!! Bryan PS. After careful scrutiny, I do believe that this guitar is NOT veneered!!! It might be much tougher to tell on your ebony model, but with the translucent finish on my cherry red version it appears to be a two or maybe a three piece body!! How Gibson like 🙂!! What do you think of that?? I'm really surprised!! Have a great day!!

[@alessandrocassulino1201]

Im from Brazil!! And nobody does nothing like you!! Congrats!!! Tksss

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers! 😁👍

[@greggrigsby319]

you flippin nailed it with that playing at the end. what a breath of fresh air.

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks man that’s appreciated! 🙏😊

[@joeb8007]

You won’t be disappointed with one of these, I had one until it was broken when moving :( but I will defiantly be getting another when money allows it’s a great guitar and the P90s are a beaut I couldn’t fault it . Another cracking review love this channel keep up the good work

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Joe!

[@khillsy4489]

Glorious. In my day any guitar at that price point was crap. Now, you needn't change or upgrade anything. Glorious.

[@jerryweber1768]

Satanic !

[@lifewithoutera]

Glad you finally picked one of these up! I got one pretty much as soon as they came out and have been really happy with it.

[@theguitaristas]

Took me long enough but so glad I got one!

[@khillsy4489]

I love the old Epi's. Original, lovely guitars.👍

[@FrugalFretter]

One of my favourite reviewers, reviewing a guitar that I have great interest in? Yep, thrilled to see this video.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Cory!

[@thebrysmith3]

Well done, sir. This upload was just the thing. Placed an order and it arrives next week.

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one Bryan! 😎👍

[@nickdeltoro7326]

I have the Coronet and am picking up a Crestwood tomorrow, I look forward to your review of it. Really dig your videos. Cheers!

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one! 😎👍

[@GradualErase]

There he is my teacher big British brother. We 💕 ya in USA. Thanks for Your supportive teaching and prayers for usa.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Freddy! 😎👍

[@alanst.4417]

Thanks for doing this one, Colin! I actually seem to like it from the first glance, contrary to the Coronet, which somehow seems odd, unbalanced looking to me with the gigantic white pickguard. Also I prefer the Wilshire sonically, but that's probably up to the HB tube 15, since I doubt the guitars differ too much soundwise... All in all a great show, nice tunes, rock on! 🎸

[@russellesimonetta3835]

Uhhh, epiphone designed the original minihumbucker! I love those pickups. They are brighter and more clear sounding.

[@CrowderMusic]

Always excited for a new video!

[@bradleyclosson5042]

I've always thought those were cool guitars. I'm surprised they're not very popular. It looked pretty killer without the pickguard. Epiphone should consider doing a modern version. Thanks for another excellent review Colin!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Bradley! 😎👍

[@ChizAfterHours]

Theres a P90 Wilshire and a Red Crestwood hanging at one of my local guitar shops. Both play beautifully and are really well finished. It's interesting to play them and the come home to my father's 1964 Olympic he bought new. Same body, just with melody makers and the old "Batwing" headstock. They're all such cool looking guitars that seem to fly under the radar most of the time.

[@blessedheavyelements8544]

Got the drink and came back for the ride ;). Best Regards/Wishes!

[@mrkoodo5953]

Another great video Colin. I picked up a Wilshire few weeks back in immaculate condition for $450 CDN & absolutely love it. It’s great as is but the P90’s were woolly , found a pair of staple P90’s from Mojo pickups & swapped the switch & output jack for switchcraft. Now she’s a real rocker! Really enjoy your videos & the time you take, quality over quantity! Continued success!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, I might join you and try some different pups i this one... they aren't bad but just think it could be made that bit extra special... I bet those staple ones look cool too! 😎👍

[@mrkoodo5953]

@@theguitaristas Look forward to it being a future mini series. 😉

[@tigersteamer]

Dude, I love this guitar!!! Always have. Epi hit it right out of the park. It's almost like Gibson wants to put themselves out of biz. Great review brother👍👍👍😎

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man 😎👍

[@GradualErase]

Are you saying Gibson is self sabotaging again? Prolly Cholly.

[@andrewmoran357]

best reviews and breakdown of affordable guitars on YT - These are 429 for black and 459 for red in euros brand new on Thomann

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Andrew!

[@brittsmith8260]

I have one, it plays nicely and is light enough to gig with. It will save your back and shoulders.

[@jeffberg8015]

Great review. If I decide to take the plunge on a P90 guitar, this one has shot to the top of the candidate list. Thanks.

[@jordanpratt3821]

Yeah I have never went to a time stamp with your vids.Great stuff from beginning to end.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Jordan! 🙏😎

[@PipeCat1965]

Just found your channel and I like your approach and thoroughness. I have now decided to trade my recently-purchased Squier Paranormal Strat-O-Sonic up towards this. Seems more true to the P90 tone and I like the design.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers... funny I am reviewing Stratosonic this week!

[@PipeCat1965]

@@theguitaristas Ha! Sweet! I will watch for the video! Let's see if we have the same opinions on it.

[@manahaas]

I've been eying this one for a while. Love the sound. It seems so comfy also. Great playing!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, yes I felt right at home with this one! 👍

[@SidBonkers51]

Ive often found myself drawn towards a Willshire but I did a double take at 17:48 as for a second or two I though you were sitting on a toilet, taking convenience to a whole new level ;) ps love the channel, keep up the great work.

[@theguitaristas]

The white seat? 🤣👍 maybe I should do that probably get millions of view for something like that! Cheers man

[@philliplockwood5203]

Great review - inspirational playing!!!! Thanks Colin!

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks mate that's appreciated! 🙏😎

[@toddramberg4442]

Just picked one up today from Sweetwater love it so far . I wanted the P90s for a change. 6 lbs. even Light as a feather.

[@michaelyolch79]

The adjustable bridge ALONE makes this a major consideration over the Epi or Gibson Les Paul Special with P90s!

[@henryhunter5026]

Great review. A well made set neck lightweight guitar with two P90 pickups, what’s not to like! Whenever I see an old Epiphone solid I think of the late Steve Marriott who seemed to like them. If I didn’t have far too many nice guitars with P90s I’d definitely buy one of these Wilshires they look and sound amazing at a stupidly low price.

[@theguitaristas]

Can hardly believe I've found another guitar you don't already own Henry! 😆👍

[@philodonoghue3062]

Yup Whatever Steve played is way good enough for me

[@simonplimbley5778]

You really dialled it in at the end 👍 - sounded special 🎸

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Simon 😎👍

[@johnsmith-sm6mh]

Bought one today on Ebay 😬 i said earlier i was going to get a Coronet but this popped up so i snapped it up. Collecting tomorrow en-route to my Holiday 😁😆😆 my missus is the best , never complains about my guitar addiction bless her. Great review mate as ever . Cheers 70s John

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one! 😁👍

[@johnsmith-sm6mh]

@@theguitaristas Cheers Mate. I’ll be watching and catching up on your uploads on me Hols Col 👍🏻🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@DH432hrtz]

I see this was an older episode. I've wanted to comment prior however if I'm honest I was intimidated. And then I found Tony Rice quote. When you sit in with like minded musians- Know you are as good as they are! Simple concise and empowering. What ever your level of guitar is look for the best players at your level & make you better, and there's no end to learning and becoming better! I'm buying this Epiphone because I too love The P90 sound, I played this guitar at Bob's in Pembroke ontario. It might be the best guitar story in that this is Epiphones design independent of Gibsons input! I thought it was like a Les Paul in body resonant tone and an Ibenez I have. I pick it up this week. And it's because folks like you and Tom Bukavac who just tell it like it is. Thanks for the inspiration Doug 😎

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Doug, thanks for the comment and support mate... I reckon you are going to love this guitar! 😁👍

[@birdman316]

brother this guitar is saweeet! mate i stay for the long haul because you cover everything about the item your reviewing weather it be guitars or amps...possibly pedals haha!! i paused the vid for a bit and got my monoprice os30 p90 sweetheart out and played a lil bit thru my crate gx15r with a jensen greenback vintage model 8in speaker in it... then i finished watching....man your channel is the stuff!

[@birdman316]

hey brother i watched again.....im thinking the "C" near the end of the letters/numbers on the pup tags possibly means ceramic magnet? ill do research on my end on it as well....man im really diggin this one!

[@jamessutherington3471]

Iv been looking at this since it came out it 2019. Been thinking either this or crestwood custom? The custom looks better but also looks a bit clustered around volume and tone knobs. Great demo Colin. Will be looking at GAK now! 👍🎸

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers James, yes I've been the same way thinking which one or the other?... I have discovered the answer is both! 🤣👍

[@jeffthompson1869]

@@theguitaristas Got a reissue Wilshire Pro with mini-humbuckers and it's my favorite guitar for the last 15 years! It feels right and has a surprising amount of tonality - and when I play Gibson's - the Les Paul is too heavy and the SG is awkward to handle. The Wilshire Pro has the batwing headstock - which some think is odd - but I like it. At the end of the day - it is simply a joy to play - and that's what matters. The only thing that I have found that is more fun to play is a Parker Nitefly - which is currently out of my budget.

[@DH432hrtz]

I commented on this demo previous and had said I was picking one up soon. Well I got it with a great Gibson gig bag. So I love this guitar in terms of fit and finish this guitar punches above its weight - except for the p90s they are way to tame for this Guitar. I have to say this re issue Epiphone is incredibly resonant it rings for days. It's wonderful. I'm looking to replace the p90s with better ones. So I've re posted to ask what is the appropriate upgrade in your opinion. I'm in Canada so I pay more for everything music! I just thought Duncan's are over $200 each so $400 +15% tax seems wrong for this level of guitar. Help...... Thanks for your commitment to just bring the truth. Cheers Doug😎

[@achannel1818]

I just bought one on your recommendation. My first P90 guitar. With a 2 piece body and figuring in the neck. All for less than £350!

[@theguitaristas]

Nice one!! 😎👍

[@coffeerocker1429]

Your channel is my weekly Sat or Sun chill. I wait all week to see what you' ve got for us. Enjoyed this one, I did wonder if the Wilshire had a long neck tenon. Like an SG the neck joint to the body seems really small. Harley benton amp did the job wel I thought. Cheers till next week.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, stupid of me not to look under the foam really while I had chance! 🤷‍♂️

[@GRBAquatics]

Very Cool Demo/Review. Thankyou. Very Interested in these guitars and The Coronet. Cheers

[@blakestepp7940]

Great review Colin!!! Bravo for Your purchase price!!! My first Bass Guitar was from Epiphone, likeness to body shape to this or the later version of this. Have a Great weekend!! Thanks for this in depth look at this guitar!!! Cheers!!!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Blake!

[@davidjameschamberlain]

One thing I gotta say, as a guy who pretty much always has a compressor on, it's good to see a more relatable setup in demos

[@theguitaristas]

Yes it’s pretty much always on for me… once I discovered how much better it made my playing sound there was no going back! 😆👍 Cheers David

[@wesstacey2379]

Awesome playing again mate. Definitely my favourite guitar channel too. Cheers

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Wes that's appreciated! 🙏😎

[@CaratacusAD]

That guitar looks so cool and sounds great. A better double cut les paul in my opinion for a lot less cash.

[@dorianmoon]

Thanks to your influence , I own a cherry coronet & a ebony epi flying v - incredible fun !! Cheers Colin.

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍

[@davew8542]

Nice video Col. Had my eye of these for a while. I really like P90s

[@herzausglas7879]

That p90's sounds very good! For that price ar least. I think one of the guitarists of the aussie band Radio Byrdman used one of these (the humbucker one, don't remeber now) back in the 70's. Looks and sound like a great guitar for garage punk. If only the neck had a little thinner shape, maybe a modern C or D, it would Be more comfortable for playing chords with small hands. 12 Gibson/Epiphone radius is the best radius anyway.

[@cantfindamerica877]

I got that Coronet and put a mini hum, in place of the p90, a nice Seymour Duncan. It’s a screaming tone to behold.

[@neoquest2012]

Just ordered one of these new from Andertons, still only £299, absolute bargain in these mental inflationary times great review man, cheer geezer👍

[@theguitaristas]

That's a crazy price that I think reflects how under the radar these are and they must be shifting excess stock. Great news for us though! 😆👍

[@jamesmgreen15]

He's at it again. I think in a previous life we may have played in a band LOL..Certainly, similar tastes, save for my Stratocaster start point and your SG vent although really enjoying my Tele at the moment. £200 for this (your deal) or brand spanking new and warranted for £299 at GAK, just blow me over with a feather duster............ Like you say a proper little workhorse. I have sort of let the series pass me by thinking do I really want another one I simply don't get to often enough / be bothered to change the strings on. Amazing what you get these days. Good review. No need to naval gaze this one, just play it, IMO.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers James 😎👍

[@linheitzig9227]

Love it, just $500 here in the states. I got to pick one up. Thanks for showing it.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Lin! 😎👍

[@Edward1312]

Agreed that its great that its a bonafide Epiphone reissue rather than an inspired by.

[@jmartini8875]

Wow. Sounds great. Epiphone seems to be doing a fine job. 🙂 Very nice playing Colin. Thx friend. Cheers.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers! 😎👍

[@waynewagner395]

I think Epiphone has really stepped up it's game. Using CTS pots, a Nubone nut, decent pickups, and good hardware leaves little to upgrade. I remember not that long ago, when you bought an Epi you just figured on replacing nut, pots, and pickups as standard procedure. Now they've taken all the fun out (NOT)!! Great video Collin!

[@mr.astrophysics9115]

Epiphone pro buckers & Alnico classic vintage pickups are highly acclaimed pickups..

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Wayne, yes definitely... and the pots on this were really good! 😎👍

[@samiam5557]

Good Jam on MTB-Can't ya see......I like the Epi Wilshire, looks and sounds great!

[@lindamcguigan5989]

A Willshire and that H/B 15 maid in heaven for 400 quid a steal Great Content as ever Colin

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Linda, I know it's amazing eh? what a rig for 400 quid!! 🎸🔥🙌 Have a great weekend! 😎👍

[@cepherz]

that is 1 sick guitar....wonder if i can find one here in singapore...nice on again with the review!

[@malcolmsansom5026]

Another great vid and guitar Colin cheers 👍🎸

[@theguitaristas]

Thanks Malcolm!

[@jmanson3310]

I love this guitar so much that I bought a second one.

[@markpell8979]

Good morning Colin and all. Oh man this is great. Love watchin' you review Epiphones. Just got a new used Epi LP Special P90 myself, another GC 'steal.' The middle switch position is both P90s combined as humbucking- did not expect that but love it. Wonder if same on Wilshire? Cheers everyone from Dallas!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Mark, that's a good question I shall have to investigate that... I did wonder why they are so evenly matched in readings maybe thats something to do with it? 🤔

[@1040ecapja]

Yeah all modern guitars have neck and bridge p90s set up in such a way that there's no hum in the middle position (as long as both volumes are at the exact same level, that is). It's called RWRP "reverse wound reverse polarity"

[@theguitaristas]

@@1040ecapja Cheers Jay!

[@markpell8979]

It was a nice surprise. I wondered if Teles work that way too. Thanks all for the replies.

[@ashleystrains2224]

Hello Colin, really enjoyed this one, thank you. I had been meaning to drop a line to you to say I bought a Crestwood Custom in a white a few months back, and thought, ‘This is just the sort of guitar I can see Colin playing and really liking’. Given your preference for SGs, these are kind of the Daddy of the SGs. The Crestwood Custom is really interesting with the two Mini Humbuckers and the very stable Trematone. Looking likely that there will be a Crestwood Custom on the channel soon then 👹

[@theguitaristas]

😆👍... yes that has caught my eye now so probably sooner than you may think!

[@keymaker_coils686]

I picked up a vintage crestwood around my birthday and it needed a few things, nut, strings, etc but the price was right and I love it... although I'd rather p90s to these humbuckers any day. Awesome video as always 👌

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers man, I have a 63 Olympic and am seriously tempted to look out for out more of this era / range 👍

[@francoisdunord7169]

great guitarplaying, love the way you played this guitar 👍🏻🇳🇱

[@theguitaristas]

🙏😊

[@matthewrobinson8448]

Nice playing! Great tone, and very expressive

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Matthew that's appreciated! 🙏😊

[@SionynJones]

See I knew you'd like it Colin. Like I've mentioned before they are said to be precursor to the SG. Like with the coronet as soon I heard the rumours that they where going to be re issued I just had to get one. I waited over. a year to get mine after preordeing and got very lucky with a chery one full of beautiful flame and figuring. The epiphone pro p90s are just killer they articulated and very responsive which is what you expect with a p90. But they have this knarly sound. They're amazing. One thing that's a surprise Colin is the pickgaurd it's so thick. No idea why.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Sionyn, it's a chunky thing for sure and you're dead right it's a killer guitar! 😎👍

[@creativitycell]

I love the design of these Epiphones, the originals and the new ones! It's the only Epiphone I'm buying for my collection, just gotta design whether vintage or new!?🤔

[@jkf9167]

Who slept on these when the originals were cheap? I did!!!! Tons of punk and garage bands would use these live and sound really good, too. Your jam sounds great. You're getting a real San Fransisco 60s vibe with the P-90s.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Josh! 😎👍

[@davidhamilton7780]

Man! It seems as if you are more comfortable in front of the camera and that your playing improves from week to week. Long live The King! How does it feel to be The King?

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers David! I don't know about that but sometime's when filming it feels like I've completely forgotten how to play, so often its more that I'm the 'King of Pain' 🤣 🤣 but somehow or other it always seems to come together and I really appreciate the kind words an support 🙏 😊 Thanks mate have a great weekend! 😎👍

[@kingarthur1776]

Gota say, I'm impressed...sounds really nice

[@scottbogfoot]

Cheers, great video! I didn't care too much about these when they reissued them. 57 was when Gibson bought epiphone. Maybe this in 59 was one of Epiphone's first new guitars under new ownership. I wonder if it was designed prior to the 57 takeover or if Gibson told Epiphone to stop making archtops and come up with something new or if Gibson donated the design....Thanks! 😃

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers Scotty, some good questions there!... that gives me a great reason to buy the Crestwood now so I can do some more research and answer them in the future 🤣👍 Nice one mate have a good weekend!

[@scottbogfoot]

@@theguitaristas Cheers from Newfoundland! 😃