Gibson Guitars- Are They That Different?

[@dutchguitarist3078]

Just tell your wife they are very different.

[@rickclark4714]

My wife: Eh, sound the same, and if you twist that knob a little really the same….

[@adhaskym.a9536]

Exactly what I told the wife. The inlays and colors are different, hence the tone is different.

[@acespark1]

Tell the truth, You tell yourself really, but who cares if you want them

[@petercummins1097]

I've found that if your collection is large enough, your wife will not notice any newcommers. Well established formula is s=n-1 where n is current number of guitars and s = separation. The complex math involves not solving for S.

[@Kevin-zz9nc]

Yes. They're every bit as special and unique as our children. Oh PLEASE dont make me choose one!!!

[@chiricm]

I’ve got all three too. Playing alone, sometimes the SG is too thin and bitey. But in a band mix, it’s magical. Cuts like a knife.

[@danielferrera8773]

I wasn't a fan of SG guitars until I played one for the first time, plugged to a JCM. Now I'm a believer.

[@TerrEduarDan]

Ian Mackaye’s work with Fugazi is really all the evidence I needed to convince me to get an SG.

[@HorizonMelt]

Here in the US there's something called tackle shops where they sell stuff for fishing. They've always said that those shops are more for talking about fishing than making actual purchases. Men like to talk about stuff we are into. I didn't think there was much else to say on the matter of these guitars but this video surprised me. There was lots more to note! It was absolutely wonderful to watch/participate in.

[@BarnyardNewton]

Played totally clean you can hear the difference. As soon as you add distortion the differences are masked. You’ve got the overdrive on throughout in this comparison video. I get it…. You’re a rock guy.

[@robertbogdan7058]

You beat me to it. My example was going to be Billy Gibbons. Live, he strives to make all his guitars sound exactly the same. And he does it well.

[@ShaneStoneOfficial]

I can't stand clean tones without any breakup/overdrive. I'd much rather have this kind of example than an example of just clean tones. But I get what you're saying. Someone who enjoys clean, unprocessed tones would not benefit from this video

[@yotamyoffe5078]

This is why when I buy a guitar/test a guitar I only play clean. You can't hear much difference with humbucker in distortion. With a few eq you can get to same Sound. Clean is something else. But not only the sound is what differentiates guitars, but also the feeling, the hardware, the logo, etc., etc

[@raucousrowdy6540]

Overlooked part of tone where the 3 guitars in question use the same pickups is where the neck meets the body and how much the fretboard protrudes into the body... Les Paul protrudes the most= more meat ( 17th fret ), followed by the 335 ( 19th fret ), then the SG being the lightest ( bright ) perhaps ( 21st fret )... just an observation, not to take away from the high quality of this video but to help reinforce your conclusions about the differences....absolute stunning 3 guitars...

[@kisschicken]

They sound almost identical. We guitarists are such suckers.

[@sergiunita4257]

They sound the same through KZbin.

[@guitarlair]

you're tone deaf buddy

[@mikethebloodthirsty]

They all feel entirely different though... half of playing the guitar is the weight of a guitar, how it vibrates, the ergonomics basically.

[@CycloneJack]

They sound virtually the same outside of KZbin, too: same pickups, same scale length.

[@joeland87]

They all have the same type of pickup in them.

[@raytorvalds3699]

Great demonstration. They sounded fairly similar through KZbin, but I could still detect some differences. I think I liked the 335 the best, but all in all, can't go wrong with any of them. They all sounded great.

[@rfpho1456]

You can still hear the difference over KZbin! Highlights a bit why I always want a Les Paul but find them a bit muffled - prefer the 335 sound.

[@caster3283]

I have all 3 but prefer the 335 overall. So versatile. I haven’t found a situation it hasn’t been suitable for live. Took my SG into the studio recently and now I’m hooked on that all over again. Clean, with both pickups selected, it’s unbeatable. Great video and massive congrats on no stupid guitar faces while playing.

[@SolarVergmoid]

Man, I love the quality of your tones and playing. Great content, very informative.

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers!

[@JoseG-2023]

Great demonstration! 🤘

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers Jose

[@billbob4856]

I mean it does kinda make sense, at least between the Les Paul and SG. The SG was designed to BE a Les Paul and was sold as one for a short bit. I believe the original body-style was also discontinued at the same time. It makes sense it should sound basically the same. Also, a benefit of the SG trem is the SG was originally balanced with one. Many SGs suffer from neck dive without it. This can be fixed by using lighter/plastic tuning knobs. You can also add some weight to the bottom end by adding some weights to the electronics cavity or buying some stainless Volume/Tone Knobs off Etsy.

[@steveo44]

They all sound and look awesome. The thing with a 335 is if you play notes quietly the note blooms.its a thing of beauty!. You don't get that with a Les Paul or an SG. The lp sounds more chunky than the sg. Great video especially since they have the same pickups

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers Steve yes I agree, I should have mentioned that.

[@sohosteveuk]

I get note bloom on my 59 MM, my 62 LPJ and my 57. None of them are reissues though...

[@unruler]

SG - kid's guitar. LP - pa's guitar. 335 - grandpa's guitar.

[@williekenk]

Awesome demo, and timely for me. I keep trying to convince myself to get an SG because I love the look, but I consistently dislike the feel when I've tried them in the past. And in most sound demos, I seem to prefer the sound of the LP as well. I don't know why I keep trying to fight it. I think I'm just an LP person at heart.

[@OscarBenben]

great video dude

[@doctorskull8197]

I have these 3 guitars. They are different…to me! The audience I play to will never tell the difference.

[@KelsterVonShredster]

I love all three, owned all three. But when I pick up my Les Paul it always reminds me who is really the boss lol.

[@WithCarePlz]

If you play with heavy distortion or digital they all sound the same lol. If you play them into a small/medium tube amp clean or at edge of breakup- that’s when the differences come out. Also when you put a slightly microphonic pickup in all of them that’s also when differences come out. But when you’re playing with a super distorted tone they all sound like a super distorted tone. Also- it’s worth noting that I am an improviser and all 3 guitars lead my playing in different directions. An SG makes me get a bit more shreddy. A les paul will generally make me more dramatic, and a 335 will make me play more vocally. I will agree you are 100% right about the strat player needing an SG. It’s like a lighter thinner more premium feeling strat. If strat guys struggled to get the feel for gibsons in the past- try an SG and make yourself play one for a week and then you’ll bond with an SG more than you thought possible. The ‘different’ Gibson is a reverse neck-thru Firebird. It sounds like a strat and tele combined but with an extra testicle. And if you’re tall enough to reach the first fret on a Firebird comfortably- nothing else feels like a 🐦‍🔥

[@kennyblackbird5674]

Man that Vibrola vibrato is the best!! I slapped a short trem version onto my Epiphone Lucille.

[@stevep7657]

Great video thanks. I'm a long-term Tele player, but always liked to have an alternative sound to the Tele for some material I have played over the years. I've used various SGs (prefer P90s), a few 335s and a few Les Pauls. Recently bought a lovely Les Paul Standard for a good price second-hand, and it plays nicely, but would have got another 335 had I the extra $$. 😀

[@jimmyjames2022]

That Pelham Blue looks really great on the 64 SG! Over ear headphones I notice barely any difference in tones, YT compression obviates most tone comparisons. Maybe the 335 has some extra frequencies. They all sound awesome since I'm a Gibson pickup fanboy. In the end it's fun to watch Paul's playing.

[@steveliberty]

I heard differences between the 3 guitars, and those differences mirrored the way you descibed it. SG - thinner, LP - fatter, ES335 - somewhere in between. I have an SG, a Les Paul and an ES335. Not sure I can say I like one more than the others, but the ES335 has something that the others do not - a mind of its own when playing loud. Its great when the body starts to resonate and the feedback takes off. As long as you can control it a bit (by turning your body position or by lowering the guitar volume), its super cool.

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers Steve

[@f2detaboada]

You can achieve this in a LP and SG by using mircophonic pickups that haven't been wax potted, and and that have no shielding in the control cavity.

[@steveliberty]

@@f2detaboada Microphonic and/or unpotted pickups can also squeal though - not pleasant in my opinion.

[@sethgauby8730]

I see you played a Little Yes! Owner of a Lonely Heart. Thanks for the video !

[@schaerfentiefe1967]

I would say the differences in tone in these demonstrations would be more pronounced with *less distortion* or even with a sound at the edge of breakup.

[@mikeimmekamp3006]

very well made video. compliment. I have a LesPaul and a 335 from the custom shop. intentionally configured the Les Paul to be fatter and the es335 to be airier. The es335 is absolutely more comfortable to play while sitting. ideal for the couch. Greetings from Bavaria Germany

[@JohnWhite-xc3md]

I have, an SG with the same Mistro vibrato/tail piece, with Gibson '57 humbuckers, and a '50s Standard Les Paul with Alnico II burst buckers. The bridge pickups on both sound very much the same. I'm glad you pointed out the difference in spacing between the SG's neck position, and the LP's. I find the LP's neck pickup has more glassy chime. It can even get straty when played clean.

[@frantisca]

Hi Paul, very nice comparison video. I played all 3 and eventually sold the 335. Beautiful sounding and feeling guitar, but the dimensions bothered me, particularly when seated. I am lucky enough to have had a nice draw on a CS R9 LP that looks, sounds, weights and has the neck of a ‘59. I acquired a ‘64 CS SG. Main differences with the LP are smaller, lighter body, wider and super-fast rounded ‘64 neck and a snappier tone. Although the recorded tunes might sound very close, the playing experience is quite different. Cheers !

[@Johnjingleheimerschmidtt]

What’s the difference? The SG is feather light, has a thin neck (almost certainly), and it sounds super thin playing acoustically on your couch. You get GREAT access to the upper frets. The LP is the heaviest of the 3, it sounds pretty rich acoustically and the neck is potentially thicker. The 335 sounds amazing acoustically on your couch and typically has a nice wide fretboard. Differences in guitars don’t always boil down to recorded sound. Other aspects are vital to people to do this with love on a daily basis. 🤘

[@rigorhead01]

Great video! Thanks! I've never really got on with a Les Paul. They do sound amazing though! If I need a humbucker equipped guitar I grab a PRS.

[@Tic45544]

This is the first time I've seen one of your videos and I have to say it's excellent work. I am happy to subscribe to your channel :) Thank you :)

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers Tic, welcome aboard

[@HectorArcadius]

It’s truly amazing! Electric guitars that have identical pickups, sound identical! Wow! Who could have guessed…?

[@PrantoKoX]

Well done, excellent comparison video!! 👍🏻👍🏻 For me, 335 for tone bloom, versatility and tuning/intonation, and in some cases neck shape, SG (without a trem or with a Bigsby) for practicality, neck shape and comfort, except the neck dive which in fact lessens with a Bigsby mounted, and LP If it's the only option.

[@TheStudioRats]

Thanks for sharing!

[@gibsonvos5120]

I have 3 custom shop Les Paul SG’s ( Custom with Vibrola, Standard and Special) none of them have neck dive.

[@PrantoKoX]

@@gibsonvos5120 Must be one of the things the "custom shop" got right (and hypeprcharged for) then - I have a 70s SG in one studio and a 2000s new SG in another studio and they both dive as emphatically and inelegantly as a drunken dolphin. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@TheDahveeed]

When clean there's a large difference between an SG and the others and a lesser but still noticeable difference between a 335 and a Les Paul. I ended up selling my SG because it was too thin on the neck pickup which is where I hang out the most.

[@benallmark9671]

Great video Paul. Thank you Sir.

[@TheStudioRats]

Very welcome

[@scshepherd]

The 335 is my first reach for most things, just more balanced in the mids with the best top end. But for live gigs it’s SG all the way, light w crazy neck access and cool factor 😎

[@fivefingerfullprice3403]

6:00 Yeah that's the thing with Gibson guitars for me. I don't have an affinity for old guitars, I much prefer modern and more comfortable designs. But great video, it was really informative.

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers fella

[@maxcuthbert100]

If I had to buy my guitars all over again,I would pick a Revstar -or two ! Versatile and flexible,what more do you need ?

[@fivefingerfullprice3403]

@@maxcuthbert100 Nice! I'm partial to Dinky Body Charvels.

[@jw_au]

Great comparison, handy all three have the same pickups

[@gibsondcxpl85]

I have the USA standard versions of all 3 and do a lot of comparisons. The SG is my main gigging guitar, mainly due to weight and looks. The 335 sounds the best due to that soft woody attack. The LP is the most uncomfortable and the one I have to fiddle with the most to get the tones I want

[@TheStudioRats]

Agreed, I feel the same way. cheers for the comment.

[@martinspreiter8240]

I would take your PRS 🙂 This 3 are sounding nearly the same, but I love the look of the 335.

[@mattw36]

I don’t appreciate you making it obvious that I don’t need to purchase a SG since I have a 335 haha. What excuse am I supposed to use now? Lovely playing and demo - thank you! Still gonna buy an SG tho - the weight difference and size make it so much more comfy to play during gigs and ultimately I think that’a just as important as their tonal characteristics

[@mrpositronia]

Yes, Gibson really love that pickup and electrconics arrangement, don't they?

[@MuseumsBloke]

They all sound great through your rig and via YT, so the question probably comes down to feel and looks … So, Paul … any chance of a loan of all three so I can make my own comparisons 😁😁😁

[@slowhandblues187]

Great Video! While they can sound similar (especially when overdriven) it comes down to feel for me. I never got on with SG models. They feel fragile and I don’t like the way they feel on me. They are very cool looking electrics and I love the full access of the neck. Just didn’t work out for me. I really like the ES-335 a lot. A little big and I wish the input jack was side mounted. But I would definitely own one again and the 1964 Custom Shop example shown in this video is what I would own. I even love the color 😊 Les Paul. Other than extreme boat anchor examples it is the perfect Gibson electric for me. Custom Shop examples are generally lighter and the Custom Buckers sound fantastic. I do find not all Custom Buckers sound alike. Maybe because they are wound by hand like the originals in the late 50s? I do not find it uncomfortable at all. A Les Paul and a Strat could be the only electrics I would own if I had to choose just two. 🤟🤟

[@hannesganahl6384]

Very good comparison!

[@kanokrattanamaneecharat1542]

@thestudiorats Love the sound. Could you please share your amps and set up?

[@davidf8749]

This is such a great video. I've been on the fence for a while as regards LP, ES335, SG. I ended up going for an SG as they can be lighter. I have to say that the SG neck seems very long. When playing stuff around, say, the Eminor (8th fret) - I seem to be around the 5th fret (in reference to the SG scale length) on a 25.5in strat due to the different scale lengths and the bridge position., Not a problem if you know about it.

[@Utube-s8m]

I sold my sg due to that neck being too far out to the left. It played perfectly had p90’s my wife actually said I like that sound. I was like what??!!! It was however a rocknroll relic slightly relic’d. Gibson sued them. They were all made that good. The neck on the sg is put in at the very end of the body as opposed to other guitars. So obviously it sticks out further. Anyway, they’re no longer allowed to make a bunch of models now.

[@johnkas23]

i have an original 65 335- clapton spec. Changed the nylon bridge because saddles were done for and direct comparison with abr1 with brass saddles is night and day- beautiful vintage tone. I know clapton used his with the nylon but for me the change was not slight at all!

[@vriendelijkegroet]

The SG trem is a must have!, especially the Sideways. Not only it looks good, but it put just enough weight to counter neck dive. I always hated the looks of the SG, but I think its the Gibson for the 'F' player, it is a turbo Tele.

[@Alex_Martz]

Awesome sounds and playing, Are you using one of your ToneX captures here? if so, which one?

[@TheStudioRats]

I was actually using quad cortex Matchless hc15 but I have got the same pack on tonex.

[@Alex_Martz]

@@TheStudioRats ok thanks 👍🏻

[@imantisocial3179]

the sg being thinner really only applies to the clean stuff. I think generally SG are a bit "faster" than the other two, in terms of attack, once you get the gain going though.

[@jamesglaubitz3574]

I acquired a Burny 335 a couple of years ago and it's become my number 1. So easy to play, amazing sound, just a great work horse. I have a 90s Gibson Les Paul studio and it sounds great but the thing weighs a tonne so it stays at home in its case. My back can't handle a 3 hour gig with it anymore 😂😅

[@guitarsandcheesecake1632]

I've got 5 les Paul's and a 61 re issue sg. So it's obvious what's my favourite. They all sounded great. But the les paul for me every time. I almost bought a 335 on Sunday. As it was my birthday........ also let's not forget the flying v and the explorer ❤

[@2speedy4u22]

Great video! Sold me on the trem 😜

[@B-kn8yb]

I find most guitars with distortion applied all sound very similar, especially if they all have humbuckers.

[@AwkwardHypernerd413]

Lmao I have the epiphone version of that SG. A note about the vibrola: unlike the normal fender bridge, the maestro vibrola can bend UP a considerable amount, which can prove to be useful in some applications

[@rolandoo002]

The SG suits your playing style the best imo

[@thrasher3222]

Great video, I like listening to you play! I have the same '64 reissue SG (except red), a LP supreme and a sparkle Explorer. When standing I like the SG the best, when sitting I like the Les Paul, and for knocking things over I like the Explorer lol... Oh and the Rosewood J-45 sounds real nice too ;~) Go team Gibson!! Cheers!

[@j.schaefer5622]

The Les Paul is one of the most beautiful guitars ever made, but the SG sounds soo good…damn

[@BeefNEggs057]

Did we watch the same video? They were near identical

[@sebastiangomez5068]

If they use the same pick up, then they will sound close, although not identical. But the P90 Gibsons are amazing. That’s where you should be heading if you want more than one sound (or MiniHumbuckers too)

[@frantisca]

B3 SL Wood with Lollar ‘50s wind P 90s aren’t bad either ! 😉

[@BeefNEggs057]

Yep single coils will give a clearer sound for sure. Less wet blanket over amp sound.

[@FuzzWoof]

I have an SG, a Les Paul and a 335 - they all definitely sound different and I really wish they didn't as I'd love to sell two of them! Bridge pickups are broadly similar, but it's a world of difference in the neck, as far as I'm concerned the SG is a single pickup guitar as I can't stand the neck pickup, but it's super comfy so I can't quite let it go, haha.

[@MJSeeker81]

With gain and comp everything sounds similar. Clean and sensitive amp big difference.

[@matthewsommerville88]

Dear lord that Pelham blue SG my good sir what a lovely keeper that is. One day.

[@jakestewartmusic]

They sound different, but I didn't hear a single clip that I'd hear out of context and think 'that's not quite the right guitar to play that on'. In other words, the differences are extremely subtle, more important to the player, and don't exclude any of these instruments from doing anything the others can musically. This all being said, the designer shapes deserve love, too. I'm partial to the Explorer because it sits somewhere between a LP and SG in terms of sound (when using comparable PAF style pickups); not as open/twangy as the SG, but not as thick as the LP. But most importantly and perhaps controversially, I find the Explorer to be the best solid-body Gibson design for comfort. Most Gibsons neck dive and the ones that don't tend to be boat anchors or wide semi-hollowbodies. That is, except for the Explorer. They're regularly less heavy than Les Pauls and way better balanced than the SG, Flying V, or Firebird. The control accessibility on the Explorer is great when you get used to it - never needed two tone controls, and the simplified 3 controls are in a straight line with the input jack on the side (out of the way). Compare that to the SG, Firebird, and '67 style V designs that are relatively cramped and have the jack in the way near the knobs. The only thing is the absolutely massive hard shell case - what a pain to fit into a compact car and carry for multiple city blocks downtown for gigs. And folks tend to typecast it as a metal guitar, when it is actually insanely versatile sonically with reasonable pickups. I've played everything from jazz to afrobeat to rock to country on mine.

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers Jake for filling me in. I’ll have to look out for one.

[@stickylizardbabyangel]

Clear differences in clean settings. I don’t understand comparisons using driven amps and effects that could mask a Tele from a Charvel and implying it’s anything definitive.

[@aminahmed2220]

What a fantastic video from my favorite youtuber have a wonderful day ❤😊

[@TheStudioRats]

Cheers fella

[@sempercompellis]

THANK YOU- been saying this for years

[@deddiev1718]

Man the SG sounds great

[@2204JCM]

They do sound very similar. Some of that is pickup variation, pot variation and pickup position. But as mentioned the difference is more obvious in person. Shows you the limitations of modern recording.

[@alangreenway6695]

I own all 3 (plus a V and an Explorer), and they all have different Pickups in them so they do sound different. But the biggest change is how they make you play. A Les Paul (with the weight) makes you play very deliberate. You hold notes more. An SG tends to be lightweight with a thin neck and a easy playing radius so it’s more comfortable to zip around, but you lose some of that tone just because you tend not to stay in one place too long. A 335 is hollow but bulky so it’s light but you aren’t whizzing around the fretboard on it, but it is a little less tiring than a Paul. It does feedback in front of an amp however. And neck dive is an issue- V’s point way up, SG’s drop way down, Explorers are perfectly balanced, The Paul will droop your own neck downwards, and a 335 is pretty balanced but leaves an indent on your armpit sitting down. They all make you play differently.

[@Pt.karolis]

It's different for the guitar player. It feels different, it inspires you to play different riffs and because of that you sound different .

[@DannyBrownDesign]

The Gibson firebird non reverse is even closer to a fender in sound and feel, it sits perfectly between my SG and Stratocaster

[@jeefder]

just bought a 2018 used L.P studio,weight 8.5lbs, i had a L.P deluxe in 1980 weighed just over 13lbs and a L.P standard just under 13lbs

[@WeekendWarriorGuitars]

I could detect a difference but they are all quite close. I guess I would choose the Les Paul overall just based on sound but they all represent a variation on that classic Gibson sound we all know and love. Can't really go wrong with any of them!

[@hkrause9166]

What is a woody tone??

[@jimjim7008]

I've tried all of these guitars but personally I'd prefer the Gibson Les Paul custom perfect all rounder.

[@ivan_emege]

The late Memphis ES-235 reunited the best attributes of those three Gibson classic models.

[@TheStudioRats]

I’ll look out for one.

[@ro307805]

I have a RO, a 1990 SG special, and a 59 dot, and while I prefer the dot over all of them , it can be hard to control feedback in a live situation with lots of gain. But I have performed the medley of rime of the ancient mariner/power slave in front of 10000 bikers with the 335 to great effect....

[@andrewbecker3700]

Maybe through headphones there's some slight noticeable differences. But the end signal we're getting is almost exactly the same, to my ears. I'm hearing the strings react a bit differently when you dig in, but that gets drowned out with any amount of volume. "Feel" is always gonna be one of the most important things for most players. To me, a LP is "home" and feels comfortable. SG's are awkward for me, because it shifts the whole scale of the fretboard, kind of like Firebirds. If your standing it's fine. For me, guitars with more compact shapes work best. Like my Cutlass, is extremely comfortable to play in ANY position. But still doesn't really play any "better". Thin U neck carves are my favorite. The "wide thin" pattern on my PRS NF3, is rapidly becoming my current obsession. Like butter dog! Ain't that what the kids say?

[@nealo814]

If they are yours your very lucky. Love the pelham blue sg. The more overdrive the less you heard the subtle differences in the sound of each. Clean you hear the tone of each guitar.

[@TheStudioRats]

Yes the SG is my new favourite

[@nealo814]

@@TheStudioRats cool I just added comment about the difference in tone. Nice video.

[@nealo814]

I had an 81 sg. Great sound. It's light and sounds great. It's a funny era though. Side jack input. And the neck is less wide than normal. I have small hands but it can be awkward to play when I've been on my strat or tele.

[@andyhayes7828]

Nice video that, imo, proves a good point, which is that Gibsons (all models) pretty much sound the same. A glued in neck, 24 3/4 scale length, tunomatic bridge, mahogany, rosewood, maple, etc, humbuckers, etc, all contribute to a specific sound. The Les Paul is probably the all around (cork sniffing) winner. It's better balanced while standing, and it's neck sits deeper into the body (the upper part of the neck) which, imo, gives it a bit more lower midrange heft to its sound as compared to the others. Probably the most distinct sounding Gibson ( though like the others is the same Gibson FLAVOR) is the Flying V. Imo it has the best upper midrange zing to it ( Lead heavy players like Michael Schenker seem to gravitate towards them). Again though, if your a strat or Tele player and have to play ( UFO's ) 'Rock Bottom', ZZ Top's 'Sharp dressed man' or Thin Lizzy's ' The Boys Are Back In Town', etc, then ANY Gibby you pick up is going to sound RIGHT 🤘

[@quantumvox8424]

I'd love to know your thoughts about an Eastman T59 !!

[@son0fsocal]

The 335 is the best one , tone and feel, and playability. The 336 sits on my lap very comfortably.

[@brianschiller4053]

I have owned all 3, but only the LP is staying as the sustain suited my playing better. I liked the other two, but with the LP around I just didn’t play them much.

[@jackgreenwood1817]

Obviously the tonal differences all stem from the different positioning of the truss rod cover. The SG has more bite which is what I'm in to. The SG Special is the best sounding SG for me, would love you to do a comparison between the custom buckers and P90s

[@nabilcharbel4136]

Loved the demo, Paul, all sounded great, but I prefered the 335, cheers!

[@TheStudioRats]

Good choice!

[@bobhelbig]

I hear more clarity from the SG in this demo. I like it best.

[@beastmode003]

I have a 60s lp st and an sg st, as far as gibsons, but according to this video, i think i like the sound of the 335 better

[@helloyu6270]

What song is at 10:09?

[@IsaacLausell]

This is what I heard. The Sg sounds leaner and very balanced across its entire range. The Les Paul has more activity in low mids and lows. It can get somewhat tubby on the lows but a low cut at a 100hz or using a TS or SD1 style pedal con also tighten up the bottom end. The 335 is sweeter in top range, kind of like if you had a high cut around 4k and it has a different response in terms of attack. It is more dynamic. The more gain you use the least apparent these differences are perceived but they are different. They all have a general timbre that seems to put them in a family group and they do share characteristics such as scale length as, some of the materials and electronics but they are different and they feel different to play. Those differences while more nuanced than when compared to another type of guitar such as a Tele or Strat are there.

[@TheStudioRats]

Agreed

[@michaeljones559]

In each of the playing demos that's more chordal, IMO the LP and SG sounds pretty much the same but the 335 stands out. In the lead-oriented playing I couldn't tell a difference.

[@JamesPetroff]

A coil split will get the LP closer to SG and 335. But you would have to EQ the latter 2 to get the LP.

[@paulwilson-q4x]

I gather you are keen on the Gibson 335's - so am I, but have you had feedback problems at higher volumes and gain levels ?? I had, so I sold mine .... PS really enjoy your various guitar / amp comparisons... but never seen one covering the cheaper valve amps (under £1000 )

[@KRW628]

They all sound exactly the same to me. I've got an Epiphone Paul and an Epi 335.

[@shredgd5]

The LP sounds both brighter and thicker than the other two, and is the loudest! It wins for me! The SG was the thinnest sounding but darker than the other two. The 339 is in between.

[@richardevans2871]

335 Guitars have a unique sound that filters through all sounds very well.

[@mikeme4456]

I prefer F guitars, but I own an Epi Sheraton, you know, just for G flavour… great comparison, good to know, thank you.

[@ianhoyle8459]

Have you put relic parts on your Les Paul like the tuners? It looks good; all are nice instruments though. Maybe at high volume the differences become more apparent but you sound like you what ever 👍

[@TheStudioRats]

The tuners are all reliced at the Gibson factory. Cheers Ian

[@ianhoyle8459]

Oh okay 👍 my R9 is a 2012 and the machine head keys are greenish but nice. it’s got a similar top to your sunburst and is my favourite playing guitar ever. I took a whole day to choose it at Guitar Village Farnham also my favourite shop and very patient! 😊

[@iancurrie8844]

I have a Gibson Les Paul and a Gibson SG both with BB61 pickups. Exactly the same action height, intonation, and pickup height. I set and verified myself. They sound TOTALLY different. VERY different.

[@onlyguitars]

I got this year my first SG. Only play it once before many years for a couple of minutes. Ive had multiple lps, from CS to different brands so know them very well, and I agree, the SG is very different. I thought tone wise they would be similar, but they are not. Each has its own thing and both guitars are great.

[@deddiev1718]

It’s the Maple top on the Les Paul

[@deddiev1718]

All mahogany has a more raw tone

[@algorithm007ify]

@@deddiev1718 Not just that..the neck pickup is in a slightly different position for the SG (i.e., closer to the bridge)

[@prd004.2]

There is a difference but they all sound like Gibsons