PRS 594 vs. GIBSON Les Paul - Which guitar do you like BEST?
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- ★Enjoy this video where Drew and I take a hard look at a Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul & the Paul Reed Smith 594. Curious to know which you like best? 9:15 Drew Plays Guitar!
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Both gorgeous guitars. The PRS definitely sounds more refined and 'controllable'. Another interesting point is that around a minute of the video was spent in having to re-tune the LP. I love my Les Paul and wouldn't be parted from it for the world, but my PRS DGT is 99% of the way there and it's a joy to play. I'd go 594 based upon this video.
Both sounded fizzy and cheap running through that marshall. I think that amp wasn't a good match for showing off these guitars. Great video as always tone king!
Let's Talk About Math Rock That amp sounds killer with just about any guitar. Must be the recording or settings.
Yeah, seems to be something like that.
I don't like these fizzy Marshall amps. I've had a few, including the DSL 401, and they all fizz out.
I think it’s to much gain for his playing style
I have that amp and it rocks. Great with single coil and humbuckers. The EQ is super versatile, so maybe it was not set up properly.
Tone!?! All I hear is a lot of overdrive!!! How about some clean tones!!!! I wouldn’t call this a shootout!!!!!
100%. With that much gain and compression there’s no room for the pickups or any differences in design that would even affect tone to begin with to shine.
I always skip past the clean tones. lol
The Les Paul through a Marshall definitely has the iconic gritty RnFR tone over the refined PRS. Both guitars sound great. I am sure the quality on the PRS is superb. Next shootout play the PRS through an Archon vs a Les Paul trough a Marshall. In this video wearing a GNR t-shirt and chucks..you gotta go with the LP.
They sound hard to distinguish but the PRS is way more comfortable to me. That’s why I still have the 594 and sold my R7 and standard 50. All sounded great though.
Both are excellent guitars. It's just which ever one you prefer I'm sure you'll be happy with.
I love Gibson's and all my Heroes play Gibson but I bought a 594 instead. The Gibson tone is amazing but the quality, tuning stability and feel of the PRS was what convinced me to buy the PRS. You buy a Gibson for the heritage and because your idols had one, put up with the issues for the sake of that but you could buy the PRS and don't have those issues. The PRS is easier to live with...
In other words, your heart says Gibson and your Head says PRS - which one you pick will probably be the one you listen to...
Very insightful. Your heart says Gibson and your head says PRS. Love that!
My heart says PRS and my head says PRS.
I am a Les Paul man TK ,too old to change my ways ! :-) Nice comparison,thank you !
I'm an old metalhead, so I rarely will ever say, "too much gain". But I gotta say, too much gain in this video. That gain was good for pushing out some meaty metal riffage; but these fellas were pulling on rhythmic rock, and it came out muddy.
That said, I love LP's; but I'd get the 594 PRS. And that's because I just went through the process of this exact shootout via conducting a real purchase. I went into a room with an LP custom, and a PRS 594, and a 5150 amp. The PRS, with those pickup's that were made on the machine that wound the pickups that made LP's awesome in 59, it owned by PRS. And wow do they sound amazing. The PRS was the winner without hesitation. But that's not to take away from the LP. It was awesome, but the PRS just had everything in spades over the LP for me.
However... My experience was splitting hairs, and only one could be chosen. No bad choice could been made. And my prize was, and is a dragon burst quilt top PRS 594. But if that LP Custom with hot rod flames is still around in a month or so...
I really appreciate your imagery when describing these guitars. This video just confirmed I need both. Thanks guys!
Prs 594 double cuts look fucking sweet. I love the pickup selector on the top horn.
Similar but with some differences. The LP has a mid range bump in tone where the PRS seems more balanced. But I feel that both are great in their own right. They compliment each other. There are strengths of each that fills the gaps of the other.
I heard "distortion king" and not "tone king" through this amp / mic setup. More refined tone would have been nice.
They are both great guitars and sound much more similar than people who never owned both think - differences are very subtle and depend on the particular model of the Les Paul. Even PRS 594 can sound slightly different depending on particular guitar, but the differences are much smaller than Les Pauls. Bottom line - get both, but if you own a Les Paul you love, I'd have a look at PRS Custom 24 first.
I agree. If I was to acquire a PRS, it would be the custom 24. LP, Strat, 24 AND Tele & SG. All bases covered. As for the rest, it's all down to personal preference - Ibanez, Shecter, Kiesel, Jackson, Ltd etc
Great video! Yes, the prs is a more modern sound, not to my liking. I will stick with my 68’ LPC and 56’ Goldtop
The prs is truly beautiful and clearly well made, however I have never liked the necks or tone.
Thanks again boys
Gibson and Fender have guitars that are known for their legendary sounds. Not many guitar makers can say that. PRS to me sound great, but they don't have a signature sound that is distinctive to me. Don't get me wrong I would love to have one however I would still want a Les Paul first.
There is an obvious bass presence on the les paul that I dont hear on the prs. Both are great guitars. Dial in the eq and both are indistinguishable
I would buy the Les Paul if I could afford a guitar in that price range, if only for nostalgia. Tone quality is to close, so yes nostalgia wins for me. Thanks Louis.
Sorry, but, when you've got the rock sound and play chords on the neck pickup, it's always going to sound like mud. Still prefer a nice Les Paul Custom.....if ya' can find one. TTK !!
I just bought a McCarty 594. Up until now I've been pretty much exclusively a LP player. The PRS is, plain and simple, a better LP in all ways.
different stroke. 2023 594, core. My LP sounded a lot better,
Tone King please when you're doing a shootout make sure you play the guitars clean without effects pedals
Thanks for the comparison but I have to ask.....where are you guys hiding the Boss Metalzone pedal that I'm hearing coming through that Marshall? 😊
Hello! What's the intro song please?
PS: I preferred the Les Paul.
That Marshall Mini Jubilee is my favorite amp Marshall ever made, would not be surprised to see one in the Tone Lounge one day
I love the les paul but the prs just has that something in my mind i owned 2 les pauls a studio and a custom when i bought my first prs and sold my lp custom within 4 months of buying the prs so i would go with the prs
And there you have it. The LP doesn't stay in tune. The next thing is for the head stock to break because of the break angle. PRS
addressed this issue by changing the head stock break angle. It stays in tune much longer.
I buy my guitars from music stores, but never try to determine their sound at a store because the gear is all foreign. I can set them up to my preferences at home with nice heavy strings. Store strings are rusty angel hairs. If the guitars look cool and have no blems, the rest is a matter of TLC. They're both a couple of sweeties. Happy Jamming Louis!
How about using a better amp for clean tones also, Better comparison would be better if someone would play multiple styles
Jeebus, is the gain cranked on that Jubilee? I can't tell either apart. But for the same money I'd take the PRS all day long.
You could hear more of the classic lows with smoothness in the Les Paul and the PRS was a little tighter in the lows with present midrange. Which would work perfect for modern rock.....
Aloha Braddahs! Love the video subject matter and the two guitars, the amp, the playing….but man, the audio is terrible….too piercing and fizz galore. Controls not set up right for the shoot? I am talking about the video. I am using good headphones but have to turn volume way down, then quit altogether because it’s hurting my ears….rarely do I do that. But shooting with Drew and all else….great Braddahs. Mahalo nui loa for sharing your time with us!
One thing I’d add to the “594” is like a modern LP: The new high performance LPs are a modern take on the classic LP. A lot of ppl don’t like the Gforce tuners but, other than that, I’d highly recommend ppl go that route if they want a more modern version.
Cool comparison but all the gain makes it hard to compare. I’ve heard many guitarists say “I can tell a good electric guitar by strumming it acoustically.” Should of strummed them acoustically, then play them clean, then with distortion. I’m waiting for the Suhr Aura. From the videos I’ve seen the Aura is pretty impressive.
Well done. The LP really is course sounding in comparison. The PRS is very full and rich but the LP has a deeper argesive low end and is has a lot more balz. I have the poor mans PRS the SE 245 it really is scary close to it's more expensive brother. I also have a LP Special reissue that I had a PAF put into the neck position. They compare very simularly to your comparison. Which would I take. The LP I prefer the aggression of it!!!
The Paul Reed Smith has the best new technology for today guitars quality wise the best.
Would be happy with both, either one is master class craftsmanship/art. I own a Gibson Les Paul Studio and a PRS S2 Custom 24. I prefer playing the PRS, just on tone versatility alone. I will also mention I like PRS over Gibson because they are not as heavy. The longer you play, you find what you like.
I agree with you TK. I ended up with a Les Paul and a Custom 24.
I would choose the gibson standard or traditional.. But would opt also for the carvin/kiesel CS6.. Would like to see a comparison video with these 2 brands.
Well the McCarty is Paul’s tip of the hat to the LP with modern refinements & I do own a PRS but if I want that particular type of feel, a feel of raw power, I want a LP. If I want that modern feel that I’m not working quite as hard & can hear the articulation of each note, refined power of you will, then I want my CE24.
Good comparison . Overdrive too much yes, clean the guitars might have separated themselves better. Still great video and nice each man makes a decision and states why.
To me it is raw power vs articulate type of sound. I would like to feel the difference in the necks because I don't tryout to many $3500 guitars! Thanks TK!!!!
For playability, PRS. For collecting and resale Gibson. I've owned both and when I want to play I reach for the PRS. Since I'm not a collector PRS wins for me.
Good shootout. Who reached for the tuner first? Build quality? Clean tones? Yes, i am a PRS fan boy but the sound was very similar. The PRS had a bit more definition and chunk vs. the Gibson seemed to drive the amp a little harder. Based on this, it all comes down to playability which i think the PRS would win. YMMV.
I own a PRS Core McCarty 594. I did own a LP. The Lp Kicks the 594 in the butt and not in a pretty way when it comes to sound. Looking at some LP's online so I can send the PRS back. Only way I would keep it is if my tech tells me it really needed a super setup and I was not listening to what it can really do.
I like the LP it sounded deep and good where as the PRS sounded thin and tinny to me... Great video TK. Keep em coming.
Hard to go wrong with either one. I do think the pickups make a slight difference that is important. you didn't say what pickups were in the Les Paul but some of that grit comes from the uneven winding in some of their burstbuckers PAF's. and the PRS LT is a low gain pickup so if you put that Gibson pickup in the PRS they would become even closer. the PRS has all the quality features that make it more player friendly as well. PRS better upper fret access, tuning stability(no 17 degree headstock) . very nearly perfect intonation. ergonomic cuts, probably overall lighter, friendlier to the back. I also seem to be able to set up the PRS with a lower action, not sure why but the Les Paul needs a slightly higher action very slightly. I have both of them, of course you have to have one of each.
A long ago.. i was gibson maniac but now when I try prs of my friend...OMG the playbility of neck shape...was so amazing...it's was proper with my hand than gibson...and the tuning was really nice...than gibson problem tuning
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Both are great guitars. The PRS design is much better with an improve headstock with staying in tune on the G string, its not bottom heavy like the Les Paul and the access to the higher frets is better. Overall construction is better on the PRS and it does not have the thick tone of the Les Paul. The tone is more even. Better articulation in top end with a nice sparkle and the low notes are clear not muddy. However if you want the thicker tone and classic look, the new Les Paul's are better with quality control compared to before the buyout.
Everyone knows the best way to compare two guitars is by cranking the distortion and OD ad high as you can. Like whaaaaa??? 😲
Tonally the PRS was much fuller, even through the excessive distortion. Good thing you didn't do a QC check of the Gibson compared to the PRS. And the LP had to be retuned; slight tuning problems with the LPs. The LP would lose a comparison test with an SE.
I think after listening all the way thru. Id throw out the buzzmaker and get a different amp.both guitars are comeing home with me to hear the real difference.
I already have a LP, so I’d buy the 594. I actually have a PRS 245 and even it is more refined when it comes to the feel of it. The LP is a working man’s guitar.
58 les Paul is my favourite, they have the best neck and pickups I’ve ever used
Lespaul has deeper warmer fuller fatter full range tone...for sure.....i'll take that lespaul.....classic...the best tone.........its a beast.....
I have a Gibson les paul tribute, 2nd cheapest Gibson available, and it stays in tune perfectly.
With my budget, I've gone with the PRS 594 SE and I get closer build quality and materials to the Core than the Epi is to the Gibson. ;) Gibson LP someday...
I’m a PRS guy because of the attention to small details and mad scientist genius brain in Paul’s head.
Today the Gibson Les Paul sounded the best but the paul was not shabby at they booth had great sound qualities to them now the Paul Reed private stock is another thing .
I own both, but my 594 is the double cut away. They are both beautiful and sound incredible. I think that my double cut away is a bit brighter than the single cut away 594. I hear more of a compressed sound making a chord sound like one note on the Les Paul and on my 594 I can hear the individual notes along with the full chord. I love my Les Paul, but my Paul Reed Smith McCarty 594 is my dream date that has turned into a life long passionate relationship. I agree with the others that there needed to be less overdrive in order to hear the guitars more unmasked or maybe some guitarists who are a bit more comfortable playing cleaner. Not that these two aren’t great players....just saying.
Gibson Les Paul for me, I've started to come around to PRS guitars & some day I'll buy one but I like my guitars to feel chunky
Ya tk with the lp you were digging in and chug chugging you weren’t on the prs.. but I can’t decide which is better not afford either. Love strats anyway but would like a lp with a Floyd maybe an esp one day tremonti se would be cool but like my strat with no locking nut or tuners it just going out of tune first use of trem. So Need my first Floyd.. and hmm what about the 594!double cutaway instead of the 24c does the 594 have push pull Coil split?
I would have loved to hear with a little less gain. I liked the raw sound of the Gibson a little more... But just by a hair.
How about playing them both without distortion?
That Marshall sounds awesome.
Random question are you supporting the guitar with your left hand?
Drew kicks butt, try to smile more,talk more if possible.
Without hesitation the PRS. 🇺🇸🗽🦅🇺🇸
SUCH A GORGEOUS TONE...I REALLY THOUGHT U WERE GONNA GO RIGHT INTO SLEEPWALK OR MISTER SANDMAN
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Les Paul for me. I've never been a fan of the bird inlays on PRS guitars.
Right, the birds really affect the sound and playability.
mel obrien I've never played a PRS but it sounds similar to the Les Paul. I don't see how either sound or playability changes my view on the bird inlays. Sorry, but while lots of people love them, they just aren't for me. 😂
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Let me get my tuner
The Gibson refrain
I have owned and sold 3 Gibsons including a custom shop cause they couldnt be relied in to stay in tune playing G C D 🤦♂️ for a 3:50 tune
Strictly speaking, if you want the Les Paul tone, you need a Les Paul. This is not to say the 594 having it's own tone is bad, because it's the opposite, they need to be distinguishable on their own or otherwise they are nothing more than a company making imitations.
Today and everyday a Gibson Les Paul Standard Custom !
Are they tuned up yet?
You had the gain way to high. Turn the gain down and here the guitar not just gain.
Well, from your demo I like the Les Paul. You however, demonstrated no "clean tones" that we can compare. Also, those guitars will drastically change through something like a Fender reverb, and the list is endless. I love PRS, but would choose the Gibson.
Not a guitar under the sun that can outshine a Les Paul. Magical instruments
Too bad about the QC.
DampTacoLover Except a Sweet Strat...
You mean a mass produced factory assembly line piece of junk, right? Evert tried a guitar made by an actual luthier? I thought not...LOL! Kids today...
TheDogpa I own a 1968 Les Paul Custom Alpine white. Weighs almost 14 lb. Best guitar I've ever played. Now go grab your fucking shinebox
TheDogpa Fender Custom Shop...
I like both but based only on sound and not the feel of the guitar the Gibson LP wins. They do sound similar with the amp and settings used in this video.
Is the cab mike clipping? I don't like the sound.
PRS are just better…..quality control down to the finest detail.
If you did own both, which could you bare to sell?
A Les Paul that can't stay in tune for more than 10 minutes? NEVER!
Master Effects Pedals I have an epiphone les Paul standard, and a Gibson les Paul and I can assure you that both the epiphone and the Gibson can stay in tune for longer that 10 minutes. They actually stay in tune a lot more than people seem to think and I can say that from experience.
So true, lack of tuning stability and poor quality control drove me away from Gibson and to PRS. I haven’t looked back.
Greg S I can agree on the QC statement, PRS just seem to be a step above in Quality. Gibson’s plastic binding and trim doesn’t help here though.
I call bullshit to anyone who says a Gibson won’t stay in tune as mine stays tuned for weeks. It sounds like people just don’t bother setting the strings up properly when their changed. I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s a quick re-string and hang back up in the shop.
Idk what you're talking about, I have never had a tuning issue with mine... Js maybe I just got a good one idk
I like PRS the most (but I’m a PRS fan so I admit I’m biased). However, if I could only buy one, I would still buy a Gibson Les Paul instead. Why? Because from a collection point of view, everyone needs to own at least one Gibson Les Paul. Just like we need to own a PRS Custom 24/22 and a Fender Tele & Strat or a Gibson 355, etc... that’s just some “must have” models to me.
I have a 1988 McCarty. Really great playing guitar. It's not a LP though. The 594 is closer but its still not an LP. I watched Page play his LP 59 in 1969 through a bank of Marshals and it was magical. It's hard to imagine another brand of guitar and amp with those iconic sounds.
I met Les Paul years ago before he died. The man was brilliant as a designer and a player. He played a LP for most of his later life with no regrets. I respected his judgment. What would he say about the PRS were he alive today?? I would be curious to know!
Well right off the bat after a few licks the LP had to be re-tuned ... that’s says enough..
That amp sounds like a transistor radio so why waste your time and ours. Next time listen to the recording and make changes or adjustments as needed. If your going to do it do it right or why bother.
Big surprise the Gibson wouldn't stay in tune...I had a custom shop 356 worth over $4900 and it wouldn't stay in tune...complete deal breaker...sold it for a PRS. And button your damn shirt Drew! J/K I've met Drew before, he's a stand up guy, and pretty damn funny
Maybe with a lot less distortion guys and a better amp.
Hey I'm new to this they look the same to me how is there no law suit can someone please explain it to me thank you.
I prever like the Gibson more. The sound of that guitar is more deep and more real
The biggest difference is that the PRS will stay in tune !
Gibson "Les Paul Standard" need I say more. Any day of the week via this comparison Louis. Sorry PRS.
In this video, Gibson R8 wins, Too cool for rock n' roll. PRS made that amp sounded more metal/ modern!
Definitely the LP, but that PRS is a close second
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Gibson: too Nois (bad)
PRS: very low nois (good)
I could not distinguish a difference.
Prs no doubt
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The" les paul" is of course out of tune! The PRS has a better sound for a band situation ( my humble opinion) when you have to cut thought other instruments (better Mid Range) i own a Gibson flying V and a i had a LP , even lubricating the "nut" with graphite the result was disappointing , this includes my flying V. I don't want to sound like i'm trashing Gibson however this has been my experience.
I can't hear the difference. Toss a coin when it comes to sound. Boils down to how you feel and what you feel when playing them. But what would I know, I'm the guy that picks a Tele over a Strat.
I LOVE PRS GREAT GUITARS
A Gibson Les Paul the Original that paved the way !!!