Epiphone Joe Bonamassa '55 Les Paul 🎸 Another Affordable Signature Drops!! 🙏

[@Arthur_My_Dear]

It doesn’t matter what guitar you play, they all sound more or less the same. Because the amp/speaker are the same, you’re the same week to week, and no effects. This channel is about spending time in your company while you natter on and pootle about with guitars, which you clearly love. You don’t take yourself too seriously, whilst being serious about the quality of the guitars on the bench. In my view you’ve put together the most fun, relaxing channel on KZbin. And that’s why I’m here every week. 😊

[@Anjohl]

They do all sound more or less the same, lol!

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers your support and kind words massively appreciated! 😊🙏😁👍

[@stevephen]

@@Anjohl My R8 would disagree.

[@xStabizorz]

​@@AnjohlGuess an electric guitar is just an electric guitar at the end of the day

[@samsonthecurrent]

@@theguitaristas When I hear P90s, it sounds like you now. This was up there for my favorite playing of yours, by the way. 🤌

[@scottdavidson6066]

You never need to apologize for your playing, Colin. We know your playing and love it!

[@theguitaristas]

😊🙏

[@OldskoolCatflap]

I don’t often comment here, though I’ve been a longtime fan of the channel. However, I felt compelled to speak up today after hearing you being so hard on yourself about your playing this week. Personally, I found it to be beautiful and melodic-some of your best in recent weeks. I just wanted to offer a bit of positive encouragement, as it sounds like you could use it today!👍🏻👍🏻

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers that's really appreciated 😊🙏👍

[@nedludd3641]

If you were any kind of a pukka Essex boy you'd know in your bones that that colour is Ford Granada Ghia, Metallic Bronze (much favoured by the Sweeney way back in the day)

[@theguitaristas]

🤣👍

[@squire7618]

lol Ned.

[@theadventuresofred19]

No it's not!

[@Stratboy999]

Get off my manor you SLAGGGG!!!!

[@hankreus7196]

Lol

[@JonesTones1979]

I think I speak for all of us here on the 'tube when I say don't be so hard on yourself mate! I look forward to every Friday to get my weekly dose of Guitaristas, and the awesome playing NEVER gets old, in fact, I always find myself grabbing my closest guitar to me and jamming along, as well as nerding out over specs right along with you. When there's a new Colin vid, it's a good day! - Steve

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers mate! 😎👍

[@iamgumbydammit2217]

Even when you don’t think you’re playing well Colin, you’re better than many of us on our best day. But I know what you mean: sometimes it just doesn’t flow; you feel like you’re all thumbs and notes don’t ring or sustain. Great review as usual, and always the most entertaining reviewer on KZbin. Thanks.

[@hdan1455]

The quality detail and review are precisely what the viewers need! Your channel is gonna blow up big one day keep at it!!! Awesome content

[@RackhirTheRed]

I'm still planning on getting my hands on one of these at the local shop, however, my expectations have been well tempered after hearing the demo. Thanks for your honesty good sir. It is very much appreciated.

[@jeffreyfoster4260]

I thought you played fine and the guitar sounded REALLY GOOD!

[@royrobles7423]

Good morning Colin...it is 6:39 in the a.m. in Texas...much love and respect always...

[@giddyrightonup]

Great videos and the best reviews out there. Thanks for the service

[@lisaferrara8120]

I ordered one and it should arrive in February. Sometimes when a guitar does not feel right, I have found that after I put it through a full setup the guitar sounds better, inspiring me to play better. Colin, you always sound great!

[@johnnysix7162]

February? Dang, where did you purchase it from? I noticed a lot of places were only doing preorders and were pushed out until 2025. I feel lucky to have found one in stock ready to ship, and got 15% off.

[@lisaferrara8120]

@@johnnysix7162I ordered it from my local guitar store. Actually, they pre-ordered five of them and I happened to ask if they were getting any. I was told that no other customer asked about it yet.

[@photostoryteller]

Hi, do you mind me asking from where you ordered it? I'm trying to find one but I'm not having any luck. Thanks, Nick.

[@johnnysix7162]

@@photostoryteller I ordered mine from Altomusic, but they're out of stock now as well. It was the only place at that time that had them in hand ready to ship. Joe Bonamassa's official website seems to still have some.

[@lisaferrara8120]

@@photostoryteller My local guitar shop, George’s Music. I know they ordered five, so you may contact them and have them ship it to you.

[@nedludd3641]

I wanna see a latest model Crocs unboxing.

[@Arthur_My_Dear]

😂

[@jamesdower4104]

Hey Colin - love your channel and videos - you are one of the best guitar demo experts on the Tube. The reason why your method is so appealing to me (and many of us I imagine) is that you give us a great consistent baseline of amp/pedal/volume settings and play tasteful, simple (in a good way) riffs and very guitaristic pieces that don’t vary too much in style and “notiness” thus allowing us to hear the guitars in similar familiar situations and letting them shine (or not) on their own merits. Virtuoso level players (which I am not) might use such highest level technical skill to make any slab of wood with strings sound amazing and would thus be useless as demo-ers. Your playing and method is perfectly suited to this task and is very helpful to us. If you suddenly start busting out ultra high gain tapping riffs I imagine we would all be impressed and promptly stop watching since we now can’t hear any of the character of the guitars. Lol. Carry on, I implore you. And don’t let your lack of inspiration get you down. The true test of an instrument is whether you can play music on it, it would be unfair to expect any random guitar to inspire the next “Whole lotta love” or “Satisfaction” level composing on a rainy Tuesday.

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers James that’s appreciated! 😁👍🙏

[@kimlombardy3393]

Great review,I pre ordered one yesterday now I’m having second thoughts! 😮

[@theguitaristas]

It’s a fine guitar so you probably won’t regret it… I may have given it a bit of a hard time but for me it wasn’t that special 🤷‍♂️

[@johnladdsmusic]

It’s a universal truth that we guitar players get into ruts and sometimes get down on our own playing, but I will echo what others have said here Colin. Your set up and demos consistently showcase the guitars your playing. And perhaps the most important thing is your honesty. There are far too many paid promo channels that leave you a little numb because everything is “the best”. For me this model doesn’t interest me a whole lot. It looks fantastic, but I believe my TV yellow LP Special gives me what I want in this realm…keep on strumming Colin! ❤

[@Cbo575]

You sounded great!!! I’ve played acoustic off and on and am looking for an electric and your channel is the best! I wish I could play like you!!

[@ChrisPalmer-tv5ot]

Would be interested to see a side by side comparison with the Sire L7 with P90’s. Great review as always Colin… thanks!

[@aduralkain]

Maybe you didn't feel inspired while playing that guitar, Colin, but for me the part you included here was truly inspiring! Beautiful playing!

[@SimpleKiid]

I just love coming here and look and some times just start the videos and listen to you talking about guitars and hear your playing colin. It's something relaxing about it keep up the great work

[@theguitaristas]

Cheers thanks for supporting! 😁👍

[@carlthomas99]

Lower priced Epiphones seem to need 1-2 hours of setup time and possibly replacement knobs and switches which if you're not capable add additional cost to the low price. (imo) Great video.

[@Arthur.in.the.Fridge]

I had 3 Epiphone Les Paul TV yellow specials and the fretwork on all of them was an absolute disgrace. I eventually gave up and just kept the 3rd one and ended up paying over 120 quid to get the frets sorted out. I always wanted a yellow TV special but just couldn't afford the Gibson, so I just spent the extra money and it's doing what it should now. Lovely jubbly.......

[@Po1itica11yNcorrect]

Your honesty is refreshing.

[@WhataboutTRUTH]

Good honest review once again 👍

[@chadschupbach450]

I fell for this thing when I saw Joe demo it. Appreciate the honest review. Those knobs are unacceptable imo.

[@lukesteverything627]

Always a treat to see you man.

[@johnsenior2566]

I've had and sold Gibson's cause I didn't vibe with them, but I love my Epi SG with gibson PUs is a keeper. Whatever floats your boat. Honest review on guitar. Harsh on your playing Col. ❤

[@alistairirvine6928]

Colin, never put you're playing down it's cool some guitars inspire, and some don't. I really enjoy the channel. As do the people that follow your reviews.

[@davidhamilton7780]

Man, your stunt double is the spitting image of you. Well played!

[@spdaltid]

Damn Colin! I haven't even watched 5 mins and I'm pissed off. I just plonked a deposit down on an old Bonneville, so no guitar money for a while. Guess I'm just going to have to enjoy the rest of your film. At least it is beer-o'clock here.

[@theguitaristas]

I think the Bonny for the win here! 😁👍

[@wesstacey2379]

@@theguitaristasI agree with you too

[@badscrew4023]

Bonneville - Bonamassa : same thing no?

[@richardlynch5632]

SWEET...!!!😉👍👍

[@theguitaristas]

@@badscrew4023 Bonneville can play even faster than Joe...

[@buddhamus]

Nice honest review. No need for apologies for not liking it as much as you hoped to. If a guitar doesn't inspire you, regardless of price, it just doesn't.

[@jonathancalhoun4853]

Thank you for another great review. I got one of these at my local shop last weekend and did a video about it on my small channel. I absolutely loved mine. The knobs were perfectly installed and work extremely well. The guy at the shop commented on how light it was and I agreed- I got it home and weighed it to find mine is 7 pounds 10 ounces. I think it goes to show one of the big differences between inexpensive and expensive guitars. There is more consistency in an expensive guitar than an inexpensive guitar. It is much more a roll of the dice as to what the quality of the individual guitar will be when it is more affordable- one might be blessed and get one with no issues that is super light (for a Les Paul) like mine or get one that is heavier with a few issues like this one. I’d say two PRS core models, for example, would be much more likely to be uniformly almost perfect.

[@theguitaristas]

Wow that's a great weight!... it think that in itself could make a massive difference to the way it sounds. Glad you love yours enjoy! 😎👍

[@jonathancalhoun4853]

@@theguitaristas thank you very much. I think you and I have similar feelings about Les Pauls. I keep getting them even though I often realize they aren’t for me, but I do love this one.

[@VVOPOL]

I’m not really Joes fan (With all dew respect to his skill) But that guitar looks awesome If I was searching for LP now I probably would have checked it out - growing interested in p90s)

[@oldguy5381]

Good morning sir, always a pleasure.

[@kennyblackbird5674]

Colin, good post as usual. I'm done with Epiphone, at least the ones made in the far east. I'm a Strat guy but I do have an Epiphone 2021 Lucille, which is my go to( I modified it by installing a short Maestro Vibrola). I believe you're getting robbed with the Epiphone Les Paul's but this Bonamassa Les Paul is a bit more authentic than the usual models. To my naked eye the body dimensions seem correct, at least. This model seems like a better deal than the current Inspired by Custom Shop models!

[@neoquest2012]

I love the look and even the price seems reasonable with the hard case, but I promised myself after buying my first Eastman that Gibson/Epiphone won’t get another penny of my hard earned fella! And them P90s are the same as my Wilshire reissue, ain’t very good to be honest 😎👊 might be worth modding with a couple of Lolla P90s to see the potential 🤔

[@AndrewAHayes]

I was hoping you would get one of these Col, I was wanting to see your take on it!

[@ejpurkis]

Those pickups sound bright and articulate. I enjoyed the pick attack you used to get tonal contrast.

[@Libra1059]

Great video. That guitar looks great to me. I am a bit puzzled by the smallish neck tenon though!

[@jamessavage2574]

Appreciate the review! Cheers Mate

[@Kdschaak]

I one hundred percent agree with everything you said about the headstock shape. Epiphone headstocks have their own unique look. Sleek and clean. If you want the Gibson headstock, then buy a Gibson.

[@paulketchupwitheverything767]

The headstock shape on this Les Paul looks great but the older Epiphone shape, with the 'cut off' corners really bugs me. I'm not sure why. I just can't warm to it. Other LP type headstocks, Vintage, Dean, Ltd are OK, just not the Epi clipped-wing style. I know it makes no difference to the sound or the way they play.

[@jimistheman9732]

I agree that I never care about my Epiphone not having a Gibson headstock. I'm happy with the clipped corners, the new style (a la this guitar) or whatever. It's not a Gibson. I'm not trying to claim it is. I don't care that it isn't a Gibson. The headstock makes no difference in the sound that comes out of my playing, for better or worse.

[@altemose_prime]

The previous headstock is horrendous. I have three of them.

[@TheRealChetManley]

That's the best looking/sounding Epiphone I've seen in a while. I might have to snag one.

[@JohnBurdette-or7if]

Resonates really well Nice demo sounded great. I really like the tone.

[@trevorposey7109]

Got to hear Joe shred on this last night in my hometown of San Jose. I had just purchased it from his website the day before! I'm not a guitar player, but am a collector. This is my second guitar. My other is a GCJ Signature "Blak & Blu" Epiphone Casino. When I was at his merch booth before the show I saw he had several of these for sale. The one on top of the table had a sign that said $1100 and it was the limited to 300 edition with his name in the fretboard, and a big fat signature in gold on the body! He had what looked like 10 of these lined up in the back in his "Nerdville" branded cases. There was another sign next to this, that said he was selling this same guitar for $1500, but it would be the one he opened with his first song of the show! I asked his merch team for more details, and they said yes, the same 300 edition model he would be playing in the first song of the performance would be for sale, and he would sign AND date it. Like Arthur_My_Dear said, they all sound more or less the same, but Joe himself said this Epiphone actually sounds better than the real deal '55 Les Paul's in Copper Irredescent he's acquired (3). Watching and hearing him play this Epiphone replica live was the biggest endorsement ever, and I'm super happy with my purchase, even if it never gets played.

[@BruceEdwards]

Would love to see a review of an epiphone casino coupe..

[@teodelnorte]

Colin, seen the new Gretsch Princess Jack Antonoff with p90s? Looks class

[@larryg7806]

Here in the US, Guitar Center is carrying a Limited Edition Epiphone Les Paul Custom P90 for $799, on sale for $599. It came in a fancy gig bag from the factory. I had been considering the Special P90 but hesitated on the color somewhat. I decided to trade two guitars and an amp for the Custom. Black with gold hardware, P90 Pros, ebony fretboard, and a comfortable weight. I wish I had more details than what GC provides. So, $100 more than the Special for a Custom. I didn't tear it down when I got home, just a setup with the existing strings. I did swap out the black knobs for the ones from my Standard 60s. I like the looks better, and one of the stock knobs was wonky, btw. I'm definitely keeping this one! I read about the Joe B 55. I think what I have is good enough for me.

[@jackpallet773]

Per usual. An epi that needs an immediate upgrade. New wiring would make a huge difference.

[@algorithm007ify]

Wish they were still made in Korea like the older Epiphones...+ rosewood fretboards..

[@reddsshaker3477]

I’ve owned quite a few Korean Epis, including two ‘89 Les Pauls, and an early ‘58 Korina V. The newest China-made Epiphones are head and shoulders above the Korean guitars, as far as build quality goes. The Korean guitars feel like toys by comparison.

[@marcozarattini1854]

GREAT COLIN...l knew you would review this affordable beautiful P-90s Les Paul...l am so curious about this new Epiphone...great Friday today...l am in pole position to watch your review🎸🎸🎸🍷🍷🍷...as always cheers from Italy my friend 🍻🍻🍻👍👍👍

[@LesPaulVOS]

I am really enjoying your reviews/content! Dig the guitar color.

[@iamgumbydammit2217]

Hey, here’s an idea: redo the guitar with 6-pole mini-humbuckers! A modern day LP Deluxe! With the Gibson type surrounds and the Deluxe style mounts, they would fit right into the P90 cavities. (Don’t get actual vintage Gibsons, the size is off a bit). Mini’s would make it scream glorious sounds. New project and a new pickup area for you. Oh, and do a full setup with a check for high frets and the nut slots lowered. Epi never does it quite right on the lower priced guitars.

[@marcorighini6201]

Are P90 reverse polarity and reverse wound for hum cancelling?

[@badactor101]

Terrific! I was just looking at this guitar on Sweetwater, all week long, and hoping you'd do a video! They're gonna sell a load of them!

[@stevehrrn9445]

Col. When you were at home the strings were in the stop tail centres - in the studio you'd top wrapped them. Maybe check the bridge posts and needs more pressure on the bridge???? just a thought on what makes some lp's work and some not (bit of my own rabbit hole here)

[@johndaugherty4127]

Great review. I also love the Kalamazoo headstock. I also love speed knobs. And, I have no problem with "Indian laurel" at the price. What a great guitar!

[@stramasher2953]

Another great video. Too hard on yerself on the playing front. Your playing has helped and inspired me no end. (Learning to play properly and in a style other than hardcore punk and thrash! 😂)

[@deanmcbride8747]

Hi Colin, great videos fun to watch and learn. I got to admit it's a game changer that epiphone are using the open book headstock design. I love it. I'm planning to buy a inspired by Gibson les Paul custom and an sg custom, just because I love the new Gibson headstock. I can't play but fancy some more wonderful cheap functional wall art. I just bought that black es 355 in your other video because you get alot for the money at £799. Keep the videos and reviews going. I enjoy your videos.🎸 Dean from Leeds

[@HVA58]

Just got one of these and am impressed with it. Beautiful guitar, and a Les Paul with P90’s too….awesome! I do prefer a slimmer neck, but heck I don’t mind a thicker neck, which this one does have. This is a Rock machine! Love it!

[@kylelerfald163]

I think that the initial excitement followed by a cooling-off period is really normal. It seems like a nice enough guitar, and you do such an excellent job of looking at what you're actually getting for the money spent. Anyway, always enjoy the videos, and glad you keep doing them.

[@johnnysix7162]

I just got one for $721 USD shipped. I love the look of it, big fan of the P90's, and absolutely love the color. BTW I share the same problems as you with recording anything, I can literally be playing the thing I want to record effortlessly moments before, then I hit record and feels like I skipped a few weeks back in practice.

[@TheChristafershawn]

A very common phenomenon. That's why many producers/engineers record the "practice take".

[@eichaan]

Thanks for this, Colin! Recently I got a specially made for Guitar Center Epiphone LP Custom (in black) that has 2 p-90s, ebony board and thicker, rounder neck profile. It is an excellent instrument and also came in around $800. You would like it, I bet...

[@theguitaristas]

Wish we could get that here in the UK I'd have been all over it!

[@christaylor2841]

Nice looking guitars these. I have a similar problem with new epi phones and the resonance they produce. I think these kind of guitars will age well and become more resonant in time as the wood dries out and they are played. I have a 2003 epi LP and that really rings out now but when I bought it brand new all those years ago it had the same problem if you can call it that. I have some advice on your playing if your open to that. When people sit down playing guitar they tend to hunch over the guitar tilting it back to see what they are doing. Try adopting a more relaxed upright position almost making the guitar feel more like it does when your standing playing. Try to listen and feel where your playing without looking what your doing as much. You have a really nice vibrato leave more space in your lead playing and use that vibrato 👍.

[@kennethm.380]

I bought a $65 2011 MIC Squier. Rosewood fretboard, full body. Installed a loaded noiseless pick guard ($200) a big brass tremelo block ($35) Fender locking tuning machines ($40). $340 total. Filed down the frets. Sand papered the neck, spray lacquered. Added Fender decal (no, not to scam but as my own inside joke). Would stack it up against $2,000 Ultras. Amazing sound, lovely. People, a guitar is a hunk of wood plus Electronics and some mechanicals. I had a blast with my little project. Better than almost all of the junk big companies are selling. Wise up. Have fun. Roll your own. Yeah I got major deals on the parts. They’re out there. Take your time.

[@danielrentel9747]

Thanks for this, Colin. I always look forward to your Friday videos.

[@hankreus7196]

Beautiful color, reminds me of Beck’s Oxblood LP. Tightening down the tuning machines ensuring snug at each string may improve high sustained frequencies. Just got an Eastman SB55N a couple weeks back. More money, doesn’t look at all Oxblood. Always enjoyed every Epiphone I have played. Still, glad I was able to obtain Eastman. They are my personal favorite manufacturer. I am biased and opinionated. Prepared to argue my perspective 😊✌️🫶🎉

[@littlerhodyguitar2169]

I like the guitar but I gotta put my hands on it. The color is awesome and I love P90S so will see. Great episode as usual, enjoy your weekend Sir 👍. ☮️❤️🎸

[@laurentblond6760]

Amazing video and beautiful Epiphone Les Paul. Great tone. Greeting from Bordeaux 🍷🎸

[@Apollwn]

I did wonder whether you were a bit critical of this guitar in part because of that comparison of more expensive Les Pauls (Gibson, Heritage, Eastman, Maybach) you did recently. Looking at it from a slightly different angle, I think it is important to get to that stage where you can tell the nuances between the "expensive, good quality" guitar and a "mid-price, medium quality" ones. The question is how much are you willing to pay for these nuances.

[@steveyankees1]

Hey Colin, I recently bought three preowned Epiphone LPs. 2008, 2013, 2020. I also own a 2009. I won’t bore you with the models. All look, feel, play great!. I love them all. I plan to sell one and replace with a Standard ‘59 Outfit. The color of this one doesn’t appeal to me. The wonky knob is a disappointment. Thank you for an honest review. The pickups sound just ok. I wanted to be excited about this guitar. Especially the P90s. So far, the demos I’ve listened to haven’t excited me. Your playing was fine and Absolutely serves the purpose as far as I’m concerned. I personally prefer hearing clean tones and with a bit of OD. Thanks for doing that. I don’t need or want to hear shredding with tons of distortion. Cheers mate.

[@trevorclarkson6089]

Flip it Colin, always go by your first instinct

[@birdman316]

as we all know some guitars just dont "do it" for some....but "do it" for others lol! at least you documented one of this model anyway! possibly grab a "flat top" epiphone p90 LP special and do a comparison to this one(using sounders from this one)... i have the "budget" LP special(1v 1t p90)model and love it! mine is TV yellow...i named it "grey poupon".....

[@fatseaturtle]

Yes!!! Thank you buying the JB signature! I thought I would love this guitar with its P90s, but I am so glad I waited to see if you would review it! Fantastic ❤

[@Atlantean-1980]

I’m have yet to play a p90 guitar and I really should after 30 years of playing, I just think they look ugly on a guitar weirdly😮, I’d probably love the sound though for some dirty deep blues shenanigans

[@edharmicar6227]

Quick fix for wonky volume/tone knobs-wrap some Teflon plumbers tape around the shaft,put the knob back on.I’ve found it usually does the trick.

[@MarcSiqueira]

In my opinion there's nothing wrong with your playing, its absolutely great, i love tuning in and enjoy your bluesy improvs cuz that was mostly the kind of vibes i used to have when i used to sit down with my semi hollow and just see where it would go. I quite enjoy the sound of this guitar, i love p90s and one of my plans was to modify my guitar and put a pair of those instead of the humbuckers.

[@rodeowerewolf3004]

Been waiting for this video...Would love to see something around the new Jack Antanoff Gretsch CVT...

[@justincork3838]

Great review Colin. Just ordered one of these!

[@PigCity69]

Nice, honest review, Col. Have you thought of reviewing the Epiphone 335 in Olive Drab?

[@theguitaristas]

I’m off 335s for a bit but never say never!

[@PigCity69]

@ I’m guessing now you’ve got the Shinichi Ubukata 355 there’s no need for a 335…. 😉👍🏻 that’s a lot of guitar for £799!

[@kevinwlyons_music_production]

Good afternoon, Colin. I'm really not liking the guitar. I do like the copper color and the body color is really nice. The quality of the pick guard and the knobs really turned me off. Once you played your first set, I thought it sounded dull and lifeless. You are right, it is not singing. Pickup height adjustment may be critical with this guitar. Overall, I really don't like it. Your playing was as always and that is great. If the guitar doesn't meld with you, you won't FEEL the guitar. I would have expected better for the price, but maybe you paid for the JOE name and not the Epiphone. I've had some superb Epiphones and none ever sounded like this one. I have an SG with P90s and it sounds better than this one and it was 400 Euros. I say sell it and find something that goes with your heart and soul. Win some, lose some. Have a great weekend.

[@richardsveum8452]

I currently own 2 Epi’s one has the club neck the other a modern sculpted neck. I love the club neck and really dislike the modern neck. If a guitar doesn’t feel right to you it will never feel at home in your hands.

[@kevinwlyons_music_production]

@@richardsveum8452 this is fact, Richard. I believe a player can pick up ANY guitar and play it to some degree, but the real heart of the playing is in the connection one has with an instrument. For nearly every man is a woman, but one will never get the mate that fits and works completely. Guitars and people have to have a continuity to make the best sound and feeling come to life. Reviews and ratings are subjective for sure. You may love the club neck, others may go...bleh, that's shit, but what is right for one is not for the other. I make the most of my budget guitars and yes, some are like step-children, but still need the love and best I can give them. Your comment is perfect. It's about feel and connectivity. Rock on my friend, rock on.

[@altemose_prime]

I just ordered one. It’s on back order. If it feels cheap because of the knobs, switch and pick guard, all easy fixes. You can also buy a set of Gibson P90’s, ALNICO 3’s or 5’s for $238.

[@Colin-o9t]

Very nice, would love to see a gold top version.

[@JohnBurdette-or7if]

Don’t be so hard on yourself brother we all have our off days mate. You have a good and smooth weekend . I would probably change out the parts and maybe try some Seymour Duncan pups in there but I thought they sounded OK. I wouldn’t take it out of bed lol.

[@tomberinati2131]

I’ve been waiting for one rave review about this axe to perhaps inspire me to buy one. Most recently I’ve been super happy with the purchase of an epiphone Les Paul modern . Bought used but it looks as though it were never played . Just to speak of epiphone s quality I believe this one is excellent . Surprised to hear that the pro version of their p 90’s leaves something to be desired . I could tell you that the standard p 90s in my 2010 gold top sound amazing . And that was 400$ brand new . I’ll keep playing my lps and hope to be inspired one day by you Colin , to purchase an outstanding find. I did buy a JB Lazarus , and agree generally with your review. It plays great , looks good , and has a unique sound compared to my others . Cheers

[@peterhall4852]

Lovely colour. Everything else...go for a RevStar.

[@robertmellang6998]

You know deep down inside that it’s a little expensive. You can’t fall in love with it. I get it.

[@KenSwanson-p4i]

Thanks Colin. Yes, .. the price .. these guitar companies have to be profitable. And if it feels like a secondary thing to play .. that's sort of important.

[@paulmckeown5672]

You've reminded me that I have an Epiphone 56 Gold top reissue (P90's) made in 1981 on the wall somewhere that I need to give some love to. I think it cost me approx £300 pre-loved (came with a Hiscox case).

[@alexandermclaughlin3978]

They didn't make those in 81 🤔

[@paulmckeown5672]

@@alexandermclaughlin3978 I had previously used various serial number checker site and gotten 1981 but actually you are correct. I checked a few others and despite the serial starting with 1981 (which probably is what fooled those sites), it actually was built in 1988 in Korea. Thanks!

[@paulmckeown5672]

@@alexandermclaughlin3978 Ii had previously used some serial # decoding websites which gave me 1981 but actually you are correct. I rechecked and despite the serial # starting with 1981 (which probably fooled me) it was actually made in 1988 in Korea. Thanks mate!

[@kabuverdiano]

14:01 " pay a bit more care and attention to your knobs"...thats good general life advice 😄

[@chrisvsmusicny]

Thanks for another one, Col'! I've realized that there are times when I can be musicly creative and times when it's more difficult. For me, it's rarely the instrument - it's me. I was unsure how I felt about my first Gibson Les Paul for the first few months I owned it. I've since really come to understand it, and now it's one of my favorite guitars. 🤘☺️🎸

[@hopingowen]

Great channel. Great review. Brilliant playing. Thanks 😎

[@MRoo1oo]

Please review ESP-LTD and Chapman Guitars, they have plenty of guitars under 700 and I'd love to see how they compare to Epiphone.

[@seancook2264]

Totally want this one. All the other reviews have been very gushing so been waiting for a proper honest review!

[@theguitaristas]

I genuinely wanted to gush… 🤷‍♂️

[@Trial212]

Hi Colin, another real nice demo/evaluation. I'm going to try and find one here in Maryland USA and give it a play. I like the price, but for that price it ought to have a Switchcraft toggle switch and output jack. Other Epi's in this price range have them, this one should too. For the sustain "situation" I think you needed to bring the gain up a bit on those P-90's and you're sustain issue will be gone. Don't apologize for your playing. we're all human and sometimes have crap days with a pick in our hands!! I know I do.....Lastly, I "think" you tested this guitar too close to all those high end guitars. Maybe you were expecting a bit too much out of this guitar. Just a thought, I might be completely wrong.... At any rate, thanks for another HONEST review. That's why I love what you do. You call it like you see/feel it. That's ALL GOOD,, Bryan

[@HorizonMelt]

I've had that inspiration issue with some guitars. But, like relationships and neighborhoods and jobs and anything else that's different at first and then it becomes home, ...you could suddenly find that connection that makes it 'right'.

[@brandonpoole1670]

It doesn’t have P90s, but the Jerry Cantrell “wino” Epiphone LP is nice for the price.

[@Gene_Cali]

A guitar must supply something no builder can add.. inspiration.

[@shoulderoforion8067]

Hey Colin, you inadvertently nailed the true colour of this JB Epi in your review. It is, of course, 'Metallic Marmite'! 😂

[@Loxx_Sustainar]

Nice one Col, I love your honest videos and playing. I was interested to learn about this model and when it was announced my first thought was "ooo, I hope Col's getting one!" 😂 Look forward to next week mate

[@ronanf36]

Hey, could you review the Sire L7V? It’s very similar to this but I find the pickups sound nicer and it’s cheaper. I’m thinking of getting it for Christmas but can only find like 2 decent videos on it. Would appreciate this greatly 🙏 thanks!!

[@ericoswood1856]

I got mine a week ago and I really like it. Mine doesn’t have the issues yours has. In particular, I like the pickups.

[@paulschauerman2052]

It's a great review and your playing not bad. I was wondering if the 50's wiring could be a factor with the pickups?