The Gibson "Dragon" Les Paul Custom | Crimson Division | Trogly's Halloween Special 2022
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Another year for a Halloween special - this time I bring you "The Dragon" Les Paul. The first of its kind from Gibson and (very) expensive but it is what it is... art! This LP borrowed elements from Bruce Kunkel's "Dragon 400" that he worked on on behalf of Gibson.
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0:00 - Intro - Check Links in the Description
0:18 - Opening / First Impressions
2:02 - Dragon Inspiration #1
2:55 - Dragon Inspiration #2
3:47 - Dragon Inspiration #3
4:18 - The Rest of the Story
6:39 - Sponsored Segment
7:12 - Inside Look / Specs
18:09 - Clean Tones
19:43 - Dirty Tones
22:33 - Final Thoughts
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BTW, this is the finest Duitar I've ever seen, You are indeed fortunate Sir.
Sorry PRS did it better.
These are t worth 50k. Unless your a collector. Not to play live
I would just film myself playing it, smashing it and burning it (Hendrix style) and post it to UA-cam.
@@DS-nw4eq 😂
A piece of Gibson history perfect for the future museum absolutely stunning can't believe you bought that ! 👏
Agreed, I certainly hope he holds on to it.
The way the dragon inlay is facing the body it makes the red body look like the dragon is breathing fire.
Yeah, that’s a cool design, eh?
Dude! That finish is on fire! Trogly throws down and busts out 50k. You rock.
Chibson makes those for $300. Looks the same, I'm sure it doesn't play the same.
50k for this.. I had many a supreme. Vine of life. And let me tell my 92 ltd colours edition. Was way better. These are not worth the loot. Unless your a collector. That's it.
@@scottykingdavid i think the dragons ruined the awesome looks of the guitar
@@marcelcourchesne9519 yeah. I have had many guitars over a. Buying spree once upon a time. And I learned it was a waste of loot
@@scottykingdavid yep says babyGroot meeeagreeee
That thing sounds just like a Les Paul!
The white residue within the truss rod access is most likely buffing compound.
The slight halo around the headstock abalone flames is caused by the glue used to secure the abalone pieces.
Just a little squeeze-out glue residue on the flamed veneer will prevent the dye/stain from fully penetratingly.
Such a beautiful instrument, even though it is a Crimson Grade Guitar it still exhibits all the characteristic build traits found on all Gibson.
Congrats on a beautiful one of one.
Greetings Good Sir. I pray all is well with you and the family.
@@sgt.grinch3299 Sarge, Greetings SIr.
I've been so busy with work and prepping the homestead for Winter. We are all well.
I do hope You and Yours are well also.
Give Chole a hug for me.
😉
Good evening HK !
That's the thing though... the white is under the finish.
I'm sure that could be a possible explanation, but it really seems like the effect was intentionally done on the 4 flame inlays
@@Trog It very well could be, no doubt about it, the halo effect looks intentional. So many small and beautiful details on this instrument, again, congrats Sir, very, very nice.
My next statement may sound strange to some..........The tape line on the fingerboard binding, I actually appreciate that as that's the product of how Gibson builds guitars. The finish has traditionally always pushed above the binding line. Little details like that make it 100% a Gibson. Even in the Crimson Division, they are still building Gibson's using the traditional processes.
Its details like that which really endear Gibson's guitars to me.
Trogley, you ARE the Dragon. A stunning guitar. Glad it's in the hands of someone who appreciates a beautiful piece of kit.
It's not a kit. Have some respect
@@maspesasmasperras5554 It's a 'piece of kit' doesn't mean it's 'a kit'. You can't have a single item be 'a kit'. 'Piece of kit' is a well known term.
@@maspesasmasperras5554 I believe the term "piece of kit" is primarily used in the UK.
In this instance it would seem a compliment.
I'm 60+ and live in the USA and have only heard that term used 2 or 3 times before today!
(I had to look it up just to make sure it was what I thought it was).
That's a keeper for sure. 100% my favorite guitar on your show so far.
I really enjoyed the month. The hard work and great demos are appreciated.
Ditto, so many fantastic guitar, really great content here.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYBODY! Thank you Togly for making such an awesome Halloween special! Truly one of my highlights for 2022.
Gotta have Matt Heafy play this one with one of the songs from the album "In the Court of the Dragon"
It's a perfect Quilt because it's supposed to look like it's moving when it's just sitting still...like a hot rod.
Suit yourself, I have those pickups on my SG snd they're great.
Workmanship issues in the paint and slight imperfections in the inlay are unacceptable at that price.
That thing is freaking cool!!!the inlay work is off the hook.great top.i really dig the headstock and the neck is awesome! It sounds really bright.Go Buckeyes!
The white haze under the truss rod cover is polishing compound remnants.
Can we all just take a minute to comment on how good Austin has got at playing. He was never bad but I can hear definite improvements. Oh yeah and the guitar is beautiful too. Congrats on your first crimson line,custom shop.
The quilt makes a more lava effect. Beautiful
That dragon is easily one of the most beautiful les Paul’s I have ever seen!!
Cities on flame made this video for me.
Oah yeah
Double "Oah Yeah"
That inlay work is off the chart! Love the “Cities On Flame” rif. Stellar show tonight Trog.
I love the deep Quilt Tops! Wonderful figured woods on that guitar. That Dragon inlay is beautifully done as well. It's already "Collectable".
I think this was better than the snake pit 😜 need a PRS dragon to go with it lol
Agreed
I have a buddy that bought a guitar with a similar image on the fretboard; he said he couldn't play the guitar because of the decretive art work on the fretboard. It distracted him too much.
A perfect guitar to bring out and play on Sundays.
Sophisticated and a bit restraint at the same time..
Thank you Trogly, for sharing this beautiful highlight!
I wouldn't be surprised at the lightness, mahogany varies in density just like most woods. I recently made an SG out of genuine mahogany and, fully assembled, weighs only 6 lbs 0oz. Very resonant tone though. The one I made prior is 7lbs 2oz, same wood source.
Yeah but les Pauls have a maple top and maple is heavy, i have seen 7.5 lbs reissues but they are so rare, being a custom its probably chambered
@@Kyush4 and this one has a thin maple back too.
The neck/fretboard are my favorite on this guitar. That inlay work and flamed neck is beautiful!
That top is absolutely fantastic. I almost think it's a shame to hide the ebony under all that dragon inlay but WOW that quilted top is just awesome. Beautiful.
Great review! Great jam! Love when Trogly goes to the dark side and goes full on rock/metal distortion!
City on flame now....with rock and rolllll
Trogly,
You should see if you can get the original creator of those dragons to make you a custom dragon back plate. A few dragon picks would be a great addition to your regular demo tools since you most likely won't be playing this guitar very much.
congratulations!! amazing guitar!
This show is one of my favorites and it's getting better. Outstanding
Tones are there. Good pup choice for a semi hollow gibby
Awesome, close to a slash snake, keep it trog!
Stunningly beautiful... it's definitely worth the dough. Congrats !
Big points for the Blue Öyster Cult riff there!
Awesome. Killing it trogley
AWESOME LOOKING CUSTOM! CONGRATS!
Z is for retired. Chloe and I love it. Magnificent colors and inlays.
Agreed, the top of this Les Paul very much reminds me of my quilt top Stratocaster, they appear to be the same color.
Fender calls it Transparent Crimson Red. I think Gibson just calls it "Beautiful"!
I am glad you mentioned PRS. That is their “thing”.
Quilt top is my favorite. It looks like silk sheets. I’ve been seeing this guitar or one just like it without the inlay for years now and I absolutely love the heavy quilting! There’s a skull in the middle of the back of that guitar. In the book match
Stunning beast, Austin. I actually didn't spend too much time figuring out what guitar you showed in the pixelated sneak peek. The matching headstock and case kind of gave it away.
Love that guitar! PRS has a bunch of beautiful inlay guitars.
that quilted front and back is insane. the dragon inlays- out of this world.
That guitar is amazing. I'm in awe. Congratulations Trogly!
It sounds as good as it looks. Fantastic guitar.
Of course you did!! Awesome!!
Badass guitar Trogly!
50K? Talk about taking a big hit..
That is gorgeous!!!
Fantastic looking guitar! Congrats on taming the dragon ;)
Omg Trogly ! Love the show ! Don’t miss a episode, don’t get rid the dragon LP you get buried with that guitar like dimebag did with original bumblebee Van Halen guitar.
Ur guitars are OVERPRICED!! Happy Thanksgiving! GOBBLE GOBBLE!!
Incredible peace of art that still kicks out Les Paul vibe.
This is a beautiful and at the same time out there guitar. But I love it being a les Paul player since 1976
I kept seeing this all over reverb. I was waiting for trogly to buy it. FINALLY
The fretboard work on this guitar is just glorious to look at. ❤️🤘
I don’t care for the fretboard inlay but that top and finish is beautiful
Always surpasses yourself each year with those guitars
Amazing job!
if it had the maple veneered sides id like it, but the lack of that just kills it for me
I thought that at first too. It grows on you though
The more I look at it the more I like the contrast between the figured top/back and the plain sides.
With that fingerboard inlay the guitar in its entirety is on the verge of "too much".
Congratulations Trogly that guitar is a masterpiece absolutely stunning! Awesome episode!
Gorgeous!!
I wonder if Bruce didn't get the dragon from Jimmy Page's white suit?
The red quilt is almost like the fire breath of the dragon. 🔥 🐉
Better keep that one, it's beautiful
22:54 - “Not necessarily over the top….” 😆.You rock, Trogly!
Damn! Seen that one for sale on reverb. That is beautiful!
Beautiful guitar. Wow.
Absolutely beautiful guitar
Beautiful guitar Trogly !!!
What do dragons have to do with Halloween? Skip the Gibsons and gets some of those Halloween Schecters.
That top always reminds me of the Alex Lifeson R40
agreed, it appears to be the same color red too.
So beautiful, both this Dragon and the AL R40.
@@hkguitar1984 There is a 2015 R40 on Reverb that is very similar @22k 😳
@@davhas35 Personally, the R40 would be an instrument I could actually use.
Something like this Dragon is amazing, however I wouldn't want to hammer away playing it like an old Telecaster!
Clarification, whenever I play a Telecaster I seem to play them pretty hard, they seem to like it that way!
@@hkguitar1984 it’s funny that you say that, I was talking to a friend and told him I could never buy one of the signed R40’s because I couldn’t play it for fear of damaging it.
That is one seriously fancy LPC. I love it!
Just drop dead beautiful. Now just need it in left handed.
That might be the coolest Les Paul ever.
That has to be in the museum!!
really appreciate that "This is Halloween" jam in the demo
A guitar that proves a picture is worth a thousand words - Stunning! Congrats Trogly. 😎
Does anyone know if Bruce Kunkel is related to the great Session Drummer, Russ Kunkel?
Holy crap. That's sick
Beautiful guitar! Should hold onto it for your museum definitely. Cost to much but you never see a hearse with a luggage rack.
Correct Duane, no luggage racks on hearse, cause you can't take it with you........😉
not scraping the fretboard trim is a deal breaker for me
I’ll have to pass😊
You gotta switch to sweatpants for these high end gems so those denim rivets don’t contribute to the worming and buckle rash. Mack Weldon makes the best ones I’ve ever owned. 🤘
Stunning guitar
WOW! That's beautiful! I thought my new translucent cherry Classic was such a beautiful guitar. This one just blows it out of the water! Very nice.
What a beauty!
I am so happy that you got it, that was probably the only chance some of us would ever get to see this work of art ❤
It’s beautiful and almost perfect. I’m surprised that they were careless on scraping the binding. A Crimson division instrument should be flawless.
Trog be liken the spooky month! What a good looking guitar!
That thing breathes fire. 🔥🔥🔥
Absolutely nuts
man...ur playing and technique has really really gotten great over the last two years that I've been watching this channel congratulations man keep those Les Pauls of rocking dude
Early this time! Awesome guitar man .
Beautiful guitar good luck and Enjoy it.
Dude, I was watching that guitar on Reverb just for the fun of it. Can’t believe you snagged it up. Crazy, this video needs more views
Amazing, I am so glad you bought this! It deserves to be shown in a museum or at least stay in a collection like yours. I know offers might be ridiculous but if I wanted this guitar to stay with anyone is Trogly's guitar! Not to mention you are the dragon gibson channel 😆
Nashville style posts and bridge? Wish they kept historic specs, at least the long neck tenon is there.
it looks amazing, trogly. today's my birthday and i hope one of these years i can afford to have you import a guitar from japan for me
Now it's time for a PRS dragon!