I Found the PERFECT 335...No, it's NOT a Gibson!
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
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Would you choose Gibson or Heritage, Let me know! Enjoy :)
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it is a beauT!!!
I'm so Happy you've finally had a good chance to play and review a Heritage! Requested and suggested a few times for you to check one out
I'm a huge fan, once having hands on a Heritage H-150 it blew me away how much better it was over the similar prices Gibson. Truly is priced at the Gibson Standard level but getting custom build and quality
Beautiful guitar sounds great and I'm sure the build quality was excellent but for me that headstock is just ugly and they seem to be more expensive than gibsons of the same level. I'll stick with gibsons or epiphones for those styles of guitars. (I have a Gibson les paul studio, a heavily modified Epiphone les paul Muse, an Epiphone firebird with a p90 in the bridge and a 24 year old Fender Strat MIM that I got new in 98)
Please feature KLOS Guitars carbon fiber - specifically, a comparison between their smaller travel sized model and full sized one to show the difference in the volume and why someone would want one model vs. the other. They have entirely carbon fiber or what they dub as a hybrid model with is a CF body and wood neck that has CF stiffening rods. They’re great because they are affordable, high quality bidirectional CF that is the strongest for guitars that may be dropped and hit from any angle rather than the less strong unidirectional or CF powder mixed with various resins/glues that other brands use. They use high quality tuners and nuts. KLOS also offers other CF stringed instruments, electric and bass guitars, and an amazing noiseless amp cable that doesn’t pop or hiss whatsoever. They have B-stock models regularly available and they can also take custom requests features like a sound port, preferred setup specs, etc. I can go on and on. This is a Utah-based small brand, and they’re amazing!
Please feature them - I’m just a huge fan of their work. I’ve seen other people show a few of their guitars, but nobody has yet captured the essence of their brand and the differences between all the models (oh the Deluxe models are SWEET!). Thanks Darrell!
I love how you do a complete review of products. You don't just give the good or bad but you give us why it maybe important. So many others speak too fast, just plug and play and say yeah, when it's really not. Thank you!
I just love your channel ❤. This is an awesome surprise!
I'm not halfway through, but I think this is one of the best sounding guitars I've heard you play.
I have had an antique natural H535 for approximately 20 years. Has a matching wooden pickguard. Craftsmanship and fit and finish is outstanding. Mine also has a bound headstock. Nicer than any Gibson 335’s that were available at the time. Gorgeous flame front and back
@TELEGRAM only 👉 @DarrelBraun STOPS SPAMMING ARSE HOLE!
That is a Beautiful Guitar!!
Its every thing Gibson was when they were in Kalamazoo. I know. I was a Gibson Artist before they moved to Nashville.
I’m really glad to hear you say that nearly every Gibson you’ve played had a lip on the binding. I really freaked out when I realized my brand new, first ever Gibson Les Paul had this issue, and almost took it back. I didn’t return it because I love the sound and the look of the top, but to me a non-flush binding seems like amateur hour. None of my Epiphones have this issue, and neither do guitars and mandolins I’ve built! But I was checking through stock at my LGS the other day, and yep, all the Gibsons have binding issues. This seems like a simple problem to resolve, frankly.
I actually just got one of these last weekend. I went to the guitar store with the intention of buying an ES-335. I tried a few out and decided to give the H-535 a try as well. I just found it better in every regard, tone, resonance, feel. It was also a couple hundred less than the Gibson. Great guitar!
I have an early 2000's Heritage Prospect blues that was an original Ed Roman speced guitar. It is a keeper, and has its own voice.
The matched up pickguards on those are so classy.
Yes! I love my Heritage 535! Glad you had a chance to play one.
I had a 535 and an H150 built by Heritage about 12 years ago. I never fell in love with the 535 even though it was built for me. The H150 has been my go to since the day I got it.
Great to see a Heritage on the channel. I've been the proud owner of a 1985 H120 for 35 years.
I have a Heritage 575 (the ES-175 version, plus a Gibson mid-60's 335 + other guitars). Matter of fact my 575 is sitting 3 feet away from me. I play it every day when I get tired of staring at a computer monitor. Heritage makes some beautiful gitfiddles. 225 Parsons Steet, Kalamazoo. I was at the factory long ago when Gibson still owned it. I believe Heritage is revamping the factory and they may offer tours in the near future. I love my 575. The action is incredible, it looks beautiful, and when I play it through a Roland Jazz Chorus JC-120, the tone is creamy. Heritage rocks.
have many Heritage guits. every bit as good as brand G... and hunting older custom ones is still a lot of fun since they aren't priced like a Maybach (car)...
interestingly... i actually have begun to LOOK for that headstock... which on the custom core has a cool new inlay.
but they will bind anything. use any wood you want. let you pick the dyes for stain...
mike and pete at the heritage were AMAZING to work with.... they made me an AMAZING H150 with all the upgrades and a top to die for... sent videos of them building it...
I’ve had my 535 for 18 years.. I bought it new for $1,800 USD from Wolfe in Jupiter Fl. Nice deep flamed maple burst. I will never sell it. IMHO it’s head and shoulders above Gibson in quality tone and authentic from the original factory…. I also have a H-110 flamed les Paul style heritage that simply blows away any Gibson LP I’ve ever seen. Another forever keeper. The more you play your 535 the more you will appreciate it. Heritage’s went up in price to Gibson level in the late 2000’s…. But are still well worth it In my opinion. Enjoy!
Yeah, this guitar is now going for 3k
I got my 1998 H535 last year (2022) and it has become my desert island guitar. I call The Big Wind. Every time that I play it I am blown away by it's tone. It is incredible. Working toward a singlecut Heritage.
I just got mine; it's in translucent cherry. I've wanted one since I became aware of the company in the mid-eighties. This is one of my grail guitars. It's the best guitar I've ever owned and the best semi hollow body I have played.
I 'm not seeing a problem here. The more I see Gibson quality issues, the more I swear them off. I'll either buy a cheaper brand with better build quality or just build something if I want a Gibson-style guitar. Gorgeous guitar, Darrell!
So glad you finally reviewed an H535! I have one, it's my nicest guitar and I love it. Glad to see you think its a great guitar too.
Like the locking bridge and tailpiece. The jack is on the side versus to top as on a Gibson. Great guitar!
I put locking tuners on my H 535 It stays in tune. I can go away from it for a week on a stand and pick it up and it is still in perfect tune. Also, I ordered mine with Antiquities in it. I like them better than the PAF and Seth Lover combination.
Please feature KLOS Guitars carbon fiber - specifically, a comparison between their smaller travel sized model and full sized one to show the difference in the volume and why someone would want one model vs. the other. They have entirely carbon fiber or what they dub as a hybrid model with is a CF body and wood neck that has CF stiffening rods. They’re great because they are affordable, high quality bidirectional CF that is the strongest for guitars that may be dropped and hit from any angle rather than the less strong unidirectional or CF powder mixed with various resins/glues that other brands use. They use high quality tuners and nuts. KLOS also offers other CF stringed instruments, electric and bass guitars, and an amazing noiseless amp cable that doesn’t pop or hiss whatsoever. They have B-stock models regularly available and they can also take custom requests features like a sound port, preferred setup specs, etc. I can go on and on. This is a Utah-based small brand, and they’re amazing!
Please feature them - I’m just a huge fan of their work. I’ve seen other people show a few of their guitars, but nobody has yet captured the essence of their brand and the differences between all the models (oh the Deluxe models are SWEET!). Thanks Darrell!
Nice Review Darrell! I’ve been a local, touring and studio musician for 57 yrs and know many guys who were die hard Gibson boys that switched to Heritage when they came out. They always told me the guitars were more like the Old Gibsons in sound and feel. They sure are priced like them and are a wonderful sounding and looking instrument! Please keep up the Good Work. Love your Channel and Content! Cheers from Salem, Ohio US.
Looks nice, sounds nice (in natural or black, hate bursts) but once I checked out the price, added shipping and taxes, I've decided to sell some of the children for medical experimentation (Monty Python reference) to purchase one.
Got a Les Paul this month 1.3 children covered it
Ah men brother
Buy used, heritage has horrendous resale value
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@@MisterTee I can't afford one. My 335 clone is from a local brand and cost $US300ish. Very nice and I don't need any more than it gives. Very happy with it.
I think Clapton’s guitarist was playing a Heritage on the acoustic set during Clapton’s last tour . Very nice complement to a great acoustic set
The Heritage is so underrated. Great guitars quality build and tones 🙌
Without a doubt.
I’d have to agree! I have a 535 and it’s my favorite guitar
how are they underrated? Every guitar forum raves about them...
I would love to see you do a Heritage vs. Gibson Les Paul comparison video.
I have a couple Heritage guitars and play them far more than my Gibsons, also, the service department is awesome at Heritage.
Sweetwater has the Heritage 535 for $3200 and the Sire H7 for $719. I'll take the Sire H7, a high end amp and save the rest for beer.
that beer will help you forget about the bad tone long enough to hopefully not demand we all acknowledge you made the right decision
@donsimons9810 No, not a demand for acknowledgment. Just my opinion. As much as YOUR opinion says its bad tone and a bad decision. Opinions are like a$$holes... everyone has one and they all stink. 🍻
@@paradiswest4395 and if my opinion wasn't clear enough - you clearly make horrible decisions. For instance - your words
@@donsimons9810 opinions vary
It would be nice if they'd mirror the headstock shape on the truss rod cover.
I own a Heritage H555 in natural blonde. It has a figured top that is to die for. The guitar is superb.
Another AWESOME review my friend!
First Darrell let me tell you that YOU were the reason that I purchased a Fender Telecaster FMT HH, and man, were you right! Your review was spot on and I love it!
As far as Heritage goes, my good friend Mark Slaughter "of the band Slaughter" (still the nicest guy in Rock-N-Roll!) was endorsed by Heritage back in the day. He not only got to tour the factory several times, he had his own SIGNATURE MODEL! It was one of the coolest shapes that ever came out of the 80's/90's when all of the guitar companies were trying to outdo themselves with crazy shapes...
Also, he was kind enough to sell me one of the LP style guitars at a ridiculous "bro-ham" price! MARK'S THE BEST! He's still rocking out there on the road. Check him out if you can and before I forget, CHECK OUT HIS SOLO RECORDS, THEY TOTALLY ROCK!... Anyway, sorry to ramble. Lol...
Heritage guitars are well worth the price and in my humble opinion they bury Gibson on every level...
Thanks for bringing us GREAT content and honest, reliable reviews for all these years my friend!
God bless and take care...
My 2005 SC LP Melody Maker has a very similar headstock. I like it.
Thanks for a great review once again. Just placed one on order. Ive been looking at a Gibson 335 but have been worried about the inconsistency of quality. As a luthier myself I appreciate that these babies are still handmade, and you join a host of others that give this guitar a great wrap.
Question my friend, as a luthier, how was the fit and finish on the guitar out of the box? Nut, fret work, finish and binding, etc.? I've been considering pulling the trigger on one of these for a long time but haven't had the chance to demo one in person. Thanks!
@@stevenbaker9265 Hi Steve. As I’m in Oz I’m still patiently awaiting this beauty. I’m hoping to be as impressed as the reviews suggest. I will try and post my impressions when i get my hands on it soon
I think the only ES-335's Gibson makes now are in the Custom Shop, so I'd like to hope the quality would be top notch, but who knows. I'm sure you'll be paying a top notch price regardless. But Heritage is a fine choice, you made a good one. You're getting just as much guitar for a cheaper price.
@@MrStkrdknmibalz9799 After 4 months my 535 has finally arrived. Absolutely worth the wait. Super impressed with the quality, playability and tones. Couldn't be happier.
Heritage ALWAYS DELIVERS when it comes to quality, attention to detail, and getting your money's worth.
I bought the same guitar about a year ago. It was advertised as having Seth Lover pickups, which everybody seems to raise about. But it came with the Seymour Duncan 59's, which is no disappointment. I can't speak for the Gibson Price changes over the years, But Heritage used to be $1200 to $1500 Not that long ago. I also have an H575 from the late 90s and it's amazing. Thanks for the great review and Demo.
Congrats Darrell! That thing rings clear, and it's beautiful. Let's get some more ESP/LTD on the channel.
The solo section sounded like someone told Larry Carlton to play like David Gilmour!
I'd love to see a review of either Vintage or 10S brand Les Paul copies.
All I’ve seeing lately is Heritage Guitars, and now you have one! I remember seeing one in the mid 80’s and it was gorgeous! I think the headstock is a reverse of the Gibson, as if was cut from Gibsons’ tree. Perhaps I see a Heritage in my future!
Damn Darrell, you can play with the best of them…Beautiful!!!
Looks good, sounds good. Way too expensive for me to consider seriously.
You still have to pay Gibson prices. No thanks
No. It’s cheaper than Gibson.
@@dublev78 Not in the UK it isn't. It's more expensive. Famous UK store(I won't name it) prices are---Gibson ES-335 £2599, Heritage H-535 £2999.
@@kingstumble didn’t realize that.
@@kingstumble That depends which 335 you're looking at. If you want one with some figured maple it'll cost you £2999...
its called "The Heritage" like it used to be "The Gibson" in the older days. Im sure they hate it when people call them Heritage alone. Because its all about "THE Heritage" !!! Absolutely love these guitars, they cost around $3000
Oh my, love the burst. Very interesting instrument. $3200 bucks Yikes
I live a half hour away from the factory. Used to live closer and if done some utility work on the property.
Also once years ago applied for a job there.
A buddy has had a Heritage for 25 or so years.
An amazing guitar!
Magic fingers Darrell, Love the show.
Best one of these I’ve ever come across (in photos) was all natural finished flamed maple… even the plastic parts were replaced with the same flamed maple including one of the best pickguards I’ve ever seen.
That's exactly how my H555 is, it has an Ebony board and highly flamed maple neck as it is a higher spec than a 535
I own one and I love it! I've owned many guitars, the H535 is by far the best!
I’d love to hear your take on Duesenberg guitars.
I just received my H-535 an hour ago and I ran across you video. I had to buy this sight unseen. I can't find any of these in central Florida. I agree with you that this thing is beautiful. I have to go now. So I can go play my new 535! 😊
Wow! Amazing never expected a review of a Heritage! It was Sooo long ago I can't remember the exact date when I was looking and researching them so I knew their complete history ! I didn't know until now that they are Still making guitars! Amazing Video! Thank you !
That's some really good playing here Darrell!
Thanks Darrell, beautiful playing there.
I've never played a 335 style guitar but I've always thought they had the R-n-R sound like no other guitar...lol
Bought a Heritage 530 a month ago, phenomenal guitar! Custom core 150 my local shop had was great too
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The body and neck look beautiful. But that super narrow, long headstock... woof!
I love what Heritage guitars are doing. One thing that you have to admit about Heritage, they have old Gibson DNA in them. That's a great thing.
I've had a Heritage H-150 for the last 20 plus years. It's the best Les Paul I have ever played hands down. If I have anything bad to say about the guitar it would be that it is HERAVY AS F__K! Great guitar.
Thats my sound, the one you had in the jazz jam. Sweet, round, zero harshness. Great. Nice craftmanship.
BTW The price tag for it here in EU is tremendous.
That has to be the best sounding guitar I’ve heard in a long time
Beautiful axe, and sounds amazing!!!
Darrell, I have a Heritage H-535 Faded Cherry. that guitar is perfect. It gets better each year as it ages.
Dude I LOVE what you do. You got me hooked on budget guitars. I have 3 Epiphones. One accoustic one lp and one Junior. And I love the Junior! The simplicity of one tone, one volume. The JR is a rocker to the core.
What did you send me?
What do have for me?
I love Heritage guitars. One day I will have one of my own.
I will say the new Gibsons are on par with this. I have a 2021 es335 and it superb
This *headstock comes into focus* is not a Gibson. … that was pretty cool
Heritage are great guitars! Just think of the had a really good marketing department.
I have a Heritage H157, the Les Paul analogue. Very nice guitar.
Heritage truly are the real deal. If you hear them side by side with a comparable Gibson the tone difference is pretty dramatic. They just have a really sweet, crisp clean tone. I'm also with you on the volute, but I think the issue is really that mahogany is not the strongest wood, especially if not carefully selected (*cough* gibson *cough*). So the sturdiest solution is a stronger wood like maple and/or a laminate neck like Heritage do on their jazz boxes. Tone/slash vintage vibes considerations keep mahogany understandably going though.
Heritage are great guitars, but I suggest you try an Epiphone Sheraton II & compare it to the Heritage; you might be (pleasantly) surprised. The Sheraton II is kind of a "stealth" guitar: it does everything a 335 does for way, way less. I've had mine forever and love it.
Looks and sounds great, you did a nice job on this video, love to see one in red!
I've never seen The Heritage in the wild. I'd like to check one out if I ever come across one.
Darrell - great review of a beautiful guitar!
Did you know that the new Harmony guitars (Silhouette, Comet, Rebel, Juno etc.) are made in the same factory side by side with Heritage? Knowing this, I purchased a Silhouette soon after their release and can’t think of, and haven’t seen, a USA built guitar that can compete for build quality and sound for the price!
I would love for you to do a video on the Kramer Pacer Classic that was just rereleased. It seems like a very affordable guitar, but I’ve yet to see a good in depth review of it.
I have had 2 Heritage guitars -an HS140 and an HS150 - both LP types but the 140 is somewhat smaller and lighter - quality wise they were excellent and better than Gibsons of the day late Norlin era.
For a 335 type I have settled on an Ibanez AS200 form 1979 which is just beautiful both sonically and cosmetically even better than the Heritage
Could you do best Guitar's with P-90's under $1200.....great vid as always!!
One of my karate buddies who has been in blues bands since the early 70s swears by these.
Knew it was a Heritage from the thumbnail. Easy to spot the superior brand once you know. My H-150 has been my main fiddle for... God... Pushing 20 years. I'm getting old. Ouch.
Wow 3200 for that guitar can't believe it's that expensive I'm Canadian too I live in Windsor that price made my jaw drop but it sounded beautiful
I'm waiting on one. This is a guitar I've wanted for decades.
I had a beautiful Heritage H-575 for a while....until I realized that just wasn't the style of guitar for me.... but it wasn't the guitars fault! That was sure a wonderful instrument all around!
This type of model guitar is definitely one of my favourites, really hope to be able to afford one someday!
I have a Feb 1989 Heritage H535 Antique Natural - purchased in 2003. Even with Strat, Tele & Les Paul in my collection, the best overall, for playability, stability and quality of finish the Heritage wins out every time against the many 335's that I have played in my 60 years of playing... just outstanding guitars
Yep. It really totally is a Gibson. Love the sound of it...... Great brand story too. Nice video. Thanks.
I get tempted by Ibanez Prestige, Charvelle So Cal, Schechter and Gretsch but a good looking 335 always makes me look again at Gibson.. this thing sounds awesome.. like Seymour Duncan alot though.. just quality Pups
Amazing! Loved every note! Tone is flawless for me. Looks very well made.
I won. I won it. It's mine. I love it. I love it very much. I won
I'm a winner. I'm winning... idk know where it went lol
Actually, the founders of Heritage, rented a portion of the Kalamazoo factory from Gibson.
Dude is sensational up and down that fretboard on his 'sound samples'...awesome player.
Heritage looks great..old school oh yeah 👏
Great stuff Darrell.. Lovely guitar and a great review as always.. 🤘🎸
Yes! I love Heritage Guitars! I really think they are everything we all wish Gibson was (but of course Gibson isn't). The build quality and craftsmanship on their guitars is top notch and their quality control is super consistent. I have a Heritage H-150 and not only do I think it's the best quality and best sounding "Les Paul" I've ever encountered, but I might also go so far as to say it's the best quality guitar I've ever played. It's essentially flawless, I've had 0 issues with it since acquiring it last summer. I hope to acquire an H-530 next
Gibsons new CEO is all about the money he has to go.
You should get 0 issues , whatever guitar you buy
@@loosabway3400 yeah, that's a nice thought but that is often not the case. Particularly with Gibson
You have done everything in the 335 range from Firefly, Eart, Harley Benton, Sire, Epiphone and Heritage. So tell us your across the board impressions from “Most Bang for the Buck” to Top Choice to “Hell NO” Thanks.
I agree. Is the Heritage a US$2481 better musical instrument than the Sire S7 ? Your review of the Sire would make that doubtful. The sound of these guitars, plugged in, is the sound of the pickups. S.M.59's can be fitted to any of them.... even the F/fly
One of the nicest "jazz" guitars I've ever played was a Heritage "Sweet 16".
Hey Darrell I cant thank you enough for showing us this guitar. I live about two hours away from the kalamazoo plant and would really like to get my hands on a Heritage guitar. I always trust your reviews and now feel much better about getting one.
Call the factory, they will be happy to offer you a tour in the factory…I did it and was a great experience, they gave a t-shirt and they tuned my guitar for free !!!..great guys
Beautiful playing…gorgeous guitar
Heritage. About if any more expensive
Enjoyed your H-535 demo. I've played mine for over 20 years & it sounds wonderful every time. LOVE the fat tones & EZ upper fret access. Hangs nice on a strap & doesn't weigh too much. How bout testing a CMG Guitar from Georgia. VERY affordable US crafted, excellent designs, and cool guys. They're US made guitars rival imports for price. How a $799 LP type???
$3100 Canadian.
Sheesh, it better be good lol.
I will stick with my 2006 335 epi.
But it is super nice rig.
Cheers
I would also expect lower resale with Heritage than Gibson, same as with Collings, but if you aren’t buying a guitar with the intent to keep it maybe you do need to switch brands!
Heritage only had some of the original tools and equipment from when Gibson moved. The majors of the equipment and people went to Nashville.
The only significant bit of equipment from the original factory involved the body of the 335 machine. Everything else is modern at Gibson Nashville. The same cannot be said of Heritage.
Beautiful guitar. I never knew that they were built but former Gibson employee. I wish I could afford one.