Hey Paul, you did good for no editing!😄 She's got lots of sustain, that for sure. Not a fan of the matte finish either but that's not too difficult of a fix. I was actually expecting that you'd mod the case too, looking for those period correct latches!😂😂 Good score, thanks for sharing.👍👍
Lovelovelove your Vox collection!! My cousin brought his Royal Guardsman over to my house back in 1970 to let a new guitar playing kid work with a real amp, I was in awe and will never forget that!
Excellent review Paul! Was very curious to see a review of the SJ-200 after seeing you it on Insta. As it is already nails the sound of George’s for the most part. Can’t wait to see the mods!
I know one dealer who had a run made of custom J200s from Gibson with the tune-o-matic bridges. But you're right, that bridge makes a huge difference if you want that Harrison or Townshend or Led Zeppelin sound.
My thoughts exactly... Another album that beautifully displays that trademark sound is Thunderclap Newman's "Hollywood Dream" album. Jimmy McColloch plays Pete Townshend's SJ-200 with the tune-o-matic bridge and it makes such a distinctive difference.
Pretty good playing for being a little rusty, enjoyed the review, how about an honest opinion on playability and sound as we only have our computer speakers to listen to it, BTW you got a new subscriber!
Great review. I was pretty close to buying one, but I heard the neck is really chunky, and I’ve got small hands. I ponied up for a Gibson with a nice slim neck
Thank you Paul - I like your Honest review and your evaluation of how much it is really worth. I bought the inspired by Gibson J-45 and pd the $749 - Indonesia 🇮🇩 made . And the Hummingbird inspired by Gibson from Sweet Water and really like it / and Epiphone Case . Glad that you talked to us about not spending $1500 for a. Chinese Copy of a J-200 .
All great musical selections! I agree. Epiphone are asking WAY too much for this guitar. I think an $899.00 price would be suitable. Just a bump above the normal “IBG” line.
I understand personal preferences, but a guitar made in 57, shouldn't look bright and shiny. The wood on this is thermal aged and they tried to make it as if it was a 57 Sj200. Get a standard epiphone J200 it will be cheaper but also have that bright shiny new look. Great video, loved it just wanted to point out what they were going after with this particular guitar.
I really like your view point ( I’m the fellow that had the drinking girlfriend that gave away a Gibson J-160 to a new boyfriend and dumped him ) Cases should have good hardware .
The price is a little higher than the Epiphone Masterbilt Editions (Indonesia). But sound is much better than the J-200 Masterbilt model. (althought I bought Masterbilt Excellente which is a MONSTER). 1300 $ price would be the excellent pricing for this J-200. As for the original Gibson one..... the overall sound quality is slightly better..... but for the money thay ask....WAY NO!!!! This IGC Epiphone J-200 is a good purchase overall!!!
Hello, good review. I am very interested to see how the guitar will be after being polished (are you going to make a video ? would be great). IThis model interests me and I would like to do the same thing. That's the only point that made me not buy it
I saved up and bought a gibson sj-200. I was on a wait list for 2 years and sadly it’s not my favorite guitar. It plays good enough and sounds fine but for 5k I want my butt to pucker when I play it lol. I have to say that J-45s are my favorite gibson acoustic. If I could trade the j-200 an EJ-160 I would
I have a gibson j200 standard and also a sigma j200 (an 8 year old one with rosewood fretboard, they use micarta for the board and the bridge,imho i think the new ones don't sound as good), my gibson is my prized possesion❤, but the sigma is so close to it!! pound for pound they cannot compare! this would have been very interesting to me if it didn't have that ugly satin finish.
I had an all-black SJ200 from around 2014, bought it the next year. One of the worst acoustics I ever had the misfortune of owning and playing. The tone sounded practically dead and I never felt inspired anytime I played it. Needless to say, that guitar is unceremoniously long gone. It sounds like Epiphone did what they could to give players affordability and quality for what this is. Hopefully, your video will persuade people's opinions on whether or not they want to pick one up. I'm certainly intrigued.
I remember reading somewhere that Gibson acoustics went through a Dark Age circa 2005-2015. Just bad timing, I guess. I also heard of inconsistent sound quality, so make sure you try it before you buy it (from the owner or the store, NOT the internet). I bought a 2000 from my luthier's recommendation, and it sounds great..
I know you probably haven't played it but I wonder what you would think of the Sigma version of this, the GJA-SG200. It's also solid sitka spruce and just a bit cheaper. I had seriously been considering that one for a while. I didn't know epiphone just made this.
@@guitargearconnection I have reviews of this guitar, Sigma solid-top and Sigma all-solid abd comparisons on my channel. SIGMAs are NOWHERE near this Epiphone's tone, AT ALL. They however are MUCH more comfortable and beautiful, they look deluxe.
I spend money on equipment that makes money. It's not the price - it's "How much can THIS guitar make ME?" A creatively-inspiring acoustic might, but I've got those already, and those have made far more money. And will in the future. This is only a show-piece - a stage-piece, something that could be stolen.
I wish more demo's would choose Neil Young's TELL ME WHY from his AFTER THE GOLD RUSH album because it features some great growls on the bass E string. I don't really consider Jumbo's or Dreadnough's to be singularly defined by treble-chords - these are BIG bodies that should offer great bass tones. A sliding, walking bass line for example...
Thanks for revealing to the public what a financial mistake you made. Why didn't you purchase the regular Epiphone SJ-200 for $799.00 at Guitar Center?
Because that one is miles different to this one, this one being made with Gibson custom shop and an almost exact 1:1 replica of the 1957 Gibson SJ-200. Sitka Spruce top and Flame maple back and sides, real mother of pearl inlays, Grover tuners and Indian rosewood fingerboard. The only difference is this is made with a polyurethane finish which is a difference from the nitrocellulose lacquer from the Gibson counterpart
Hey Paul, you did good for no editing!😄 She's got lots of sustain, that for sure. Not a fan of the matte finish either but that's not too difficult of a fix. I was actually expecting that you'd mod the case too, looking for those period correct latches!😂😂 Good score, thanks for sharing.👍👍
What a fantastic video have a wonderful day Paul also congratulations ❤😊
Love it your playing espesially ! Guitars great thinking about it or a yamaha jumbo !
Man what a great guitar, certainly is on my list of dream guitars 🎸
Lovelovelove your Vox collection!! My cousin brought his Royal Guardsman over to my house back in 1970 to let a new guitar playing kid work with a real amp, I was in awe and will never forget that!
The Royal Guardsman’s are such beautiful amps! And I thank you for your kind words
Excellent review Paul! Was very curious to see a review of the SJ-200 after seeing you it on Insta. As it is already nails the sound of George’s for the most part. Can’t wait to see the mods!
Thanks as always Luke!!! Already got that crappy matte off 🤣
That performance of Julia was spectacular
Thank you 🙏!!!!
An absolutely beautiful piece of gear
Well done great video great choice of songs
Thank you!!!🙏
If it had a gloss finish and thinner tone inner braces, I would buy one in a second
The AN color looks better in that finish.
I own one. It’s a lovely and great sounding guitar.
Great review by the way.
I know one dealer who had a run made of custom J200s from Gibson with the tune-o-matic bridges.
But you're right, that bridge makes a huge difference if you want that Harrison or Townshend or Led Zeppelin sound.
My thoughts exactly... Another album that beautifully displays that trademark sound is Thunderclap Newman's "Hollywood Dream" album. Jimmy McColloch plays Pete Townshend's SJ-200 with the tune-o-matic bridge and it makes such a distinctive difference.
Well now Gibson is making a reissue version as a Jimmy Page model for a ridiculous price.
@williamwittman8072 Yes I did see that...let me go to my backyard and pull a few off the money tree....🙄🙄🙄
Pretty good playing for being a little rusty, enjoyed the review, how about an honest opinion on playability and sound as we only have our computer speakers to listen to it, BTW you got a new subscriber!
Great review. I was pretty close to buying one, but I heard the neck is really chunky, and I’ve got small hands. I ponied up for a Gibson with a nice slim neck
It is definitely chunky!
Thank you Paul - I like your Honest review and your evaluation of how much it is really worth. I bought the inspired by Gibson J-45 and pd the $749 - Indonesia 🇮🇩 made . And the Hummingbird inspired by Gibson from Sweet Water and really like it / and Epiphone Case . Glad that you talked to us about not spending $1500 for a. Chinese Copy of a J-200 .
A great guitar got a great home 🎶👍Congratulations!
Thanks a lot!
Great honest review, Thanks
All great musical selections!
I agree. Epiphone are asking WAY too much for this guitar.
I think an $899.00 price would be suitable. Just a bump above the normal “IBG” line.
I'm not seeing it in person, but I think that finish is fine.
Also - I picked up Humidity Bags for places like Fl
The pick guard matches your shirt.
Nice review, how do intend to buff it, would be great to watch how you achieve that.
I understand personal preferences, but a guitar made in 57, shouldn't look bright and shiny. The wood on this is thermal aged and they tried to make it as if it was a 57 Sj200. Get a standard epiphone J200 it will be cheaper but also have that bright shiny new look. Great video, loved it just wanted to point out what they were going after with this particular guitar.
I really like your view point ( I’m the fellow that had the drinking girlfriend that gave away a Gibson J-160 to a new boyfriend and dumped him ) Cases should have good hardware .
The price is a little higher than the Epiphone Masterbilt Editions (Indonesia).
But sound is much better than the J-200 Masterbilt model. (althought I bought Masterbilt Excellente which is a MONSTER).
1300 $ price would be the excellent pricing for this J-200.
As for the original Gibson one..... the overall sound quality is slightly better..... but for the money thay ask....WAY NO!!!!
This IGC Epiphone J-200 is a good purchase overall!!!
Adjustable bridge wouldn't be big problem to do on this guitar and in cost
Hello, good review. I am very interested to see how the guitar will be after being polished (are you going to make a video ? would be great). IThis model interests me and I would like to do the same thing. That's the only point that made me not buy it
Thank you! And yes hopefully this weekend I can try making a quick video on it fully polished. It looks so much better now!
@@guitargearconnection Can't wait to see this. Thank you 😀
I saved up and bought a gibson sj-200. I was on a wait list for 2 years and sadly it’s not my favorite guitar. It plays good enough and sounds fine but for 5k I want my butt to pucker when I play it lol. I have to say that J-45s are my favorite gibson acoustic. If I could trade the j-200 an EJ-160 I would
I have a gibson j200 standard and also a sigma j200 (an 8 year old one with rosewood fretboard,
they use micarta for the board and the bridge,imho i think the new ones don't sound as good),
my gibson is my prized possesion❤, but the sigma is so close to it!! pound for pound they
cannot compare! this would have been very interesting to me if it didn't have that ugly satin finish.
I had an all-black SJ200 from around 2014, bought it the next year. One of the worst acoustics I ever had the misfortune of owning and playing. The tone sounded practically dead and I never felt inspired anytime I played it. Needless to say, that guitar is unceremoniously long gone. It sounds like Epiphone did what they could to give players affordability and quality for what this is. Hopefully, your video will persuade people's opinions on whether or not they want to pick one up. I'm certainly intrigued.
Hi, I had the same model since 2013 and it's extremely underwhelming.
THIS one is 7 times better, I own both abd have a rave review on my channel.
I remember reading somewhere that Gibson acoustics went through a Dark Age circa 2005-2015. Just bad timing, I guess. I also heard of inconsistent sound quality, so make sure you try it before you buy it (from the owner or the store, NOT the internet). I bought a 2000 from my luthier's recommendation, and it sounds great..
Do you like Vox amps?
lol / He loves the original Beatles Gear / Top self
Please talk about the color options for these Guitars and how did you get it for less that $1500 plus Tax
Also please compare the different electronics in those guitars Fisher vs LA Baggs pick ups
I know you probably haven't played it but I wonder what you would think of the Sigma version of this, the GJA-SG200. It's also solid sitka spruce and just a bit cheaper. I had seriously been considering that one for a while. I didn't know epiphone just made this.
O wow I didn’t know these existed! I just looked them up and they are beautiful!
@@guitargearconnection Yes especially the Autumn burst J200. Seems they have copies of Martins and Gibsons.
The sigma is brilliant I've had 2 but they are only solid tops the inspired by gibson epiphone are all solid body they are brilliant guitars
@@guitargearconnection I have reviews of this guitar, Sigma solid-top and Sigma all-solid abd comparisons on my channel.
SIGMAs are NOWHERE near this Epiphone's tone, AT ALL.
They however are MUCH more comfortable and beautiful, they look deluxe.
@@richardsyoutubechannel995 No, there are 756 all-solid SIGMAs.
I have a review of an all-solid jumbo on my channel.
Looks nice but sounds dead, same as the earlier Kalamazoo headstock version.
Noice
Do you know Jim Elia?
No I don’t! But if he’s still around, I would love to have a chat with him!
$1K @ least !
I spend money on equipment that makes money. It's not the price - it's "How much can THIS guitar make ME?" A creatively-inspiring acoustic might, but I've got those already, and those have made far more money. And will in the future. This is only a show-piece - a stage-piece, something that could be stolen.
I wish more demo's would choose Neil Young's TELL ME WHY from his AFTER THE GOLD RUSH album because it features some great growls on the bass E string. I don't really consider Jumbo's or Dreadnough's to be singularly defined by treble-chords - these are BIG bodies that should offer great bass tones. A sliding, walking bass line for example...
My brother has the Gibson J200. Sounds the same as this one.
Not quite enough Vox amps in there.
Needs a little more bass.
I received a scam saying I won one .what a let down.
Ugh that’s horrible! I see guitar scams all the time!
Thanks for revealing to the public what a financial mistake you made. Why didn't you purchase the regular Epiphone SJ-200 for $799.00 at Guitar Center?
lol well your just an asshole aren’t ya? I like this version better. Wood graining is better, headstock, neck, lots.
Because that one is miles different to this one, this one being made with Gibson custom shop and an almost exact 1:1 replica of the 1957 Gibson SJ-200. Sitka Spruce top and Flame maple back and sides, real mother of pearl inlays, Grover tuners and Indian rosewood fingerboard. The only difference is this is made with a polyurethane finish which is a difference from the nitrocellulose lacquer from the Gibson counterpart
Made in china?
I think it’s Indonesia? But yeah all about the same quality anyways lol
I like the video I like the format but I’d like to hear the guitar itself
It’s a bad bad guitar complete junk I just returned mine and bought a Taylor