This was hugely helpful. You have done a great job explaining so simply what the functionalities of the guitars knobs as well as the pickup selectors are.
Thank you for the video. As for the Rhythm / Treble switch, surprisingly there is not a definitive answer online. Most people are saying they believe it was Les Paul himself that named the positions based on his style of playing. The Rhythm (up) position was more for Jazz-style playing, where you play more chords, and the Treble (down) position was more for lead playing. The other thing I wanted to mention is how the Volume and Tone knobs are laid out. I always divided them Horizontally, not Vertically as mentioned in this video. There is a Volume and Tone knob for the Neck pickup, these are the two closest to the bridge, and a Volume and Tone knob for the Bridge pickup, closest to the guitar jack. Edited here: I just watched a Joe Bonamassa video on the knobs and switch for the Les Paul, and he kept referring to the Bridge pickup (Treble position) as the Lead pickup. So, it seems referring to them as Rhythm and Lead positions is the way to go.
Finally, as a starter, i know how the knobs work on the Les Paul model. Very clear and good explanation, Antony. And about the guitar: I own more or less the same Epiphone: splendid guitar with fantastic price/value relation.
How about a video showing amp settings and how they work with various tone knob settings? I can’t find any videos that do this and I can’t get a proper rock tone when playing. I’m an intermediate player.
Thanks! I have about 14 guitars. This one I borrowed from a friend because I don't play Les Paul's a lot. I do have a Carvin guitar that has a similar body to the Les Paul. I have a semi-hollow body guitar that I like very much, it is a Harmony guitar. Not a very famous brand, but I like those guitars very much. Most of the time I find myself playing my strats or tele (G&L). What about you? What is/are your main guitar(s)? Cheers, Antony
IT SAYS "RHYTHM" because most people strum more towards the bridge, and thus the neck rhythm pick-up gets a more melded, cohesive chordal sound. The solos are played with the bridge pick-up selected because most people directly pick above the bridge - and thus the notes are sharper and more succinct. i have never seen anyone play a solo above the neck pick-up.
Tried a shredding course for the first-time. They use the neck pickup. To my surprise. Thought it would be the brighter bridge. But that is used for palm muted rhythm .
I think the 3 slots rhythm holds the top slot and first pick ups for fast strumming while the tone is for the lower frets or single notes and string picking
Can anyone explain what an older electric guitar does on its second 3 way switch? 74 hagstrom swede. 2 tone / 2 volume, and 2 3-way switches. I'm assuming it's coil split or tap but on a push/pull that's 2 ways, since this is a 3 way idk. I'm wondering if each 3 way is attached to each of the single coils in both hbs? Can't find much info on it
rather than up/down, i would have the switch left/right, left (N)/right (B), a more visual orientation. Could be done for the pots as well, but the volume pot for the bridge would a bit too far right imho
I agree about the lables on the 'poker chip' of the pickup selector on LP/SG-type guitars. I'd rather it just said NECK and BRIDGE. If this was an option I'd have it that way. Maybe BO...TH for the middle position for folks that need to be reminded. Also, shouldn't the printing for this be upside-down for the player to read from above, instead of 'right' side up for the audience to see? Most of our listeners don't even know or care what a pickup is. I've taken the poker chip off on a couple of my guitars just because sometimes they look better without it. Anyway, the switch is fairly self-explanatory and I'm not really troubled by the RHYTHM/TREBLE lables, these are just points for discussion if anyone is interested.
The way you explain this item, makes it understandable for everyone! Thanks, Antony, for being not only a great player, but also a great teacher.
Thanks for the kind words Marijn!
This was hugely helpful. You have done a great job explaining so simply what the functionalities of the guitars knobs as well as the pickup selectors are.
You're very welcome Mahir! Cheers, Antony
I'll start testing ;-) this is a really clear explanation, thanks a lot!!
Thanks Liesbeth! happy testing :)
Excellent.You do what the others don’t.Show the knobs and switches and their functions.kudos.
I was playing guitar for several years, and I never paid attention about the knobs deeply...thank you for this video my friend !!!
Glad to help! Cheers, Antony
Thank you for the video. As for the Rhythm / Treble switch, surprisingly there is not a definitive answer online. Most people are saying they believe it was Les Paul himself that named the positions based on his style of playing. The Rhythm (up) position was more for Jazz-style playing, where you play more chords, and the Treble (down) position was more for lead playing.
The other thing I wanted to mention is how the Volume and Tone knobs are laid out. I always divided them Horizontally, not Vertically as mentioned in this video. There is a Volume and Tone knob for the Neck pickup, these are the two closest to the bridge, and a Volume and Tone knob for the Bridge pickup, closest to the guitar jack.
Edited here: I just watched a Joe Bonamassa video on the knobs and switch for the Les Paul, and he kept referring to the Bridge pickup (Treble position) as the Lead pickup. So, it seems referring to them as Rhythm and Lead positions is the way to go.
Finally, as a starter, i know how the knobs work on the Les Paul model. Very clear and good explanation, Antony. And about the guitar: I own more or less the same Epiphone: splendid guitar with fantastic price/value relation.
How about a video showing amp settings and how they work with various tone knob settings? I can’t find any videos that do this and I can’t get a proper rock tone when playing. I’m an intermediate player.
honestly helped when I’m trying to learn how to wire a Les Paul, even though I don’t have one
hi, thanks for uploading I was confused with my second-hand guitar, it came without explanation ;)
This helped me alot...This is the video that I'm looking for
Thanks. Cheers from Vancouver 🇨🇦
I Play hard rock and metal. I turned all knobs all the way up and no complaints. 👍
I played that way too when I was younger it is the most power
Just started playing the electric guitar, this has been really useful -thanks
Very clear on explanation
This video was fantastic! Thank you!
Glad you like it Eddie! Cheers, Antony
Thank you I just got my first four knob semi hollow H7 and this explained the middle selection, I thought there was something wrong with my guitar.
Well that was mercifully simple and easily understood 5*
great video, thanks for taking the time
Thank you so much for explaining this is a simple way.
Thanks. Just what I was looking for👍
Excellent explanation , just what I was after , thanks for uploading
Brilliant video you got straight to the point
Such a cool guitar and video! :) How many guitars do you have?
Thanks! I have about 14 guitars. This one I borrowed from a friend because I don't play Les Paul's a lot. I do have a Carvin guitar that has a similar body to the Les Paul. I have a semi-hollow body guitar that I like very much, it is a Harmony guitar. Not a very famous brand, but I like those guitars very much. Most of the time I find myself playing my strats or tele (G&L). What about you? What is/are your main guitar(s)? Cheers, Antony
Good video!
Thanks for this guitar lesson sir. Keep up the great guitar lessons. 🙏
I get my Slash Epiphone "November Burst" tomorrow and of COURSE I want to know what the knobs are for, thank you!
IT SAYS "RHYTHM" because most people strum more towards the bridge, and thus the neck rhythm pick-up gets a more melded, cohesive chordal sound. The solos are played with the bridge pick-up selected because most people directly pick above the bridge - and thus the notes are sharper and more succinct. i have never seen anyone play a solo above the neck pick-up.
Thanks for that
Hendrix played solos picking on the end of the fretboard sometimes , so that theory is nonsense .
Tried a shredding course for the first-time. They use the neck pickup. To my surprise. Thought it would be the brighter bridge. But that is used for palm muted rhythm .
Thanks for the clear explanation!
Great video friend!
I think the 3 slots rhythm holds the top slot and first pick ups for fast strumming while the tone is for the lower frets or single notes and string picking
Can anyone explain what an older electric guitar does on its second 3 way switch? 74 hagstrom swede. 2 tone / 2 volume, and 2 3-way switches. I'm assuming it's coil split or tap but on a push/pull that's 2 ways, since this is a 3 way idk. I'm wondering if each 3 way is attached to each of the single coils in both hbs? Can't find much info on it
Why my Gibson studio red wine don’t have knob switcher (2016) 2:17
that was great and clear, awesome man
very helpful, thank you :)
Hope this works for the PRS with 4 knobs and 3 way switch……any feedback on that?
Very good explanations...tq
You are welcome. Cheers, Antony
Awesome video!!
Thanks for this
rather than up/down, i would have the switch left/right, left (N)/right (B), a more visual orientation.
Could be done for the pots as well, but the volume pot for the bridge would a bit too far right imho
Very good!
I agree about the lables on the 'poker chip' of the pickup selector on LP/SG-type guitars. I'd rather it just said NECK and BRIDGE. If this was an option I'd have it that way. Maybe BO...TH for the middle position for folks that need to be reminded. Also, shouldn't the printing for this be upside-down for the player to read from above, instead of 'right' side up for the audience to see? Most of our listeners don't even know or care what a pickup is. I've taken the poker chip off on a couple of my guitars just because sometimes they look better without it. Anyway, the switch is fairly self-explanatory and I'm not really troubled by the RHYTHM/TREBLE lables, these are just points for discussion if anyone is interested.
Thanks man
Thanks!
Is it possible to go from a 2 knob setup to a 4 knob setup?
My bridge and neck pickups can lift up and down, i dont know how to use it. Can someone explain?
When you pull up on the knob it switches the pickup from double coil to single coil mode and provides a different sound.
You are good. 😊
You have the rhythm/treble disk upside down. Spin it around so you can read it.
I am no longer knob stupid. Thank you.
thanks a lotttttt
Hey i have that shirt, Zara. Great fit.
I love it! :)
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You have the same guitar as me lol
I farted..smells like a rotting meat