DID I WASTE MY MONEY? 2021 EPIPHONE LES PAUL CUSTOM DEMO!
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- Опубліковано 30 бер 2021
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In this video, we check out a 2021 Epiphone Les Paul Custom!
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I’ve always loved epiphone because they looked out for the “little guy” but the head stock alwwaaayyssss kept me saving for my gibbons, but now that they changed the head stock; what an absolute game changer. I almost shed a tear when it caught me off guard at my local music shop. Well done Epiphone. Well done Ray.
so you would pay 1000+ dollars more for a gibson just because the epiphone head stock was missing the top corners???talk about snobbery
@@thejusticeization call it what you want but yes lol
That’s not snobbery, it’s an aesthetic preference. I bought a Les Paul tribute over an Epiphone because of the headstock and ease of resale if necessary lol.
@@mattlombardi54 speaking my language. 🤘🏻
@@mattlombardi54 I think he meant to buy like the standard model not the tribute i dont know. i agree the tribute is a good deal because you are paying like 400 more than an epiphone but to pay like 2500 for a gibson standard is ridiculous
that headstock reshape, and bigger diamond logo is a MASSIVE upgrade
Just needs the yellowed binding from the Bonamassa black beauty model, love that look. May not be right for the silverburst though, lll.
And the ebony fretboard. Better electronics. It’s all around better
I love it so much
Change the pickup with PAF 57.. Killer upgrade
the binding on the headstock is better looking than the thinner headstock versions
When you can admit you slept on Epiphone because you thought they were junk and couldn't attend any social event without Gibson in the headstock, then I will give you a thumbs up for that reason of honesty alone .
Silverburst is by far the nicest color, makes all guitars look killer.
You said it best
“it doesn’t feel like a $4,000” guitar like yeah dude it’s like 700 lmao
I’ve never understood this comparison. “Yeah man I just.. idk... it just doesn’t have the same quality of a guitar I bought for 3500 dollars” no shit lol drives me nutty
Also because a guitar is 4000 it won't feel like a 3000 dollar difference to an epiphone
@@thejusticeization Gibson and Fender have made millions based on the idea of more expensive=more better. Unfortunately musicians are slow to understand that.
To be fair I've had several Gibson Les Pauls and half of them didn't feel like $2,000 guitars
The price a person decides is fair for a guitar has largely depended on brand loyalty and marketing/image, for many years. It's my belief those ideals are changing more recently with the massive influx of excellent quality imports and sub-models. You just dont need to spend 2k+ to get a good electric guitar anymore.
I'd love it if they did a more tear-drop shaped burst like the Adam Jones one.
I would've bought one immediately.
I wish Epiphone would do an Adam Jones Les Paul with a nitro finish so that the silverburst can age well. Even if they sold it as a top-of-the-line model for a bit over $1000, I would buy it in a heartbeat.
@@itakemyshirtoffwhenipoo4990 LTD has also done some good versions of that burst, but rarely do they have 2 volume, 2 tone.
Adams the only reason I want one.
Yeah, that’s called a “rim burst”. Not a true teardrop burst pattern. They would’ve sold a gang of them had they given it a proper burst. Not like it’s gonna take sales away from the 10k Adam Jones buyers. Lol
Epiphone is KILLING it right now . Just got a 60s Les Paul Epiphone cause I have always wanted a Gibson LP but could never afford it . IT IS AMAZING.
Me too. Always wanted the ice tea burst but it was never made it in lefty or at this price point until 2020!
I've sent 3 back...quality control is horrible
@@JT-gm4fk I've sent back 2 so far. Finally, #3 (the Silverburst Custom) was put together very well.
the clean was awesome af! i vibed out. thanks for upload guy!
Superb demo. Digging my 2020 Epi LP Modern. Thx 4 your service, Soldier. Keep rockin'.
Has to be your best play through yet, excellent job on this one!! Thank you ray 🙏
Thank you sir, a very enjoyable video. Liked and subbed. Cheers from the UK.
When I started playing guitar again a few hrs ago (after about a 20 year gap from when I was a kid), I can't express how much epiphone really helped. To be able to get my hands on a Ebony Les Paul custom pro used for a few hundred bucks was huge in keeping my appetite wet to continue to learn and play, because it looked felt and sounded so darn good compared to when I was younger and you basically got a crap piece of plywood in that price bracket. Since then I have been lucky enough to have several Epi's including the bonamassa sig gold top, their limited 1960 V1 a 1969 mij genesis and most recently their new 1959 Les Paul (which is insanely good!!) Really appreciate the vid man, great licks and great points! Rock on 🤘
I absolutely adore my 2020 Epiphone LPC. They've brought it, and the shift to ebony board and the new headstock? That's what sold me, and I couldn't be happier.
Great riffs. Great guitar. And it's Metal Ray. Great combination.
That first riff was absoloutley incredible.. Wicked tone!
hey thanks so much!
I love this guitar! I just picked one up from my local GC the other day. Made a quick demo on my page. Hell yeah man excited for you! 🤘🔥
I just both the exact same model and color yesterday! I'm loving it so far! Love the silverburst and the headstock!
Been waiting for this video!!!!!! I have the same axe. Mine took some work to come around but is now AWESOME. Also I agree about the pups. I installed Nazgul/Sentient set and it's sooo much better. Stay Metal!
Just ordered a 2014 Silverburst Custom Pro based on the beauty of yours and I'm so excited to have it in hand.
Dude , you are the reason i love silverburst 🔥! Watching all your videos just made me love them!
Your videos are the best! Keep 'em coming!
insane! was so pumped to hear this epiphone!
Sounds awesome.
Thanks for the demo!!
bro, you shredding is ON POINT, very clean
nice video man!! keep it the f**k up!!!!
Sick jam man. Keep up the great videos.
This is the best review of an Epiphone Les Paul that I've ever seen. Definitely one of my dream guitars.
Ive been thinking of getting a new silver burst one to compliment my 05 black beauty custom
Great video btw! Keep it up man
Serious guitar envy bro 😂 keep the awesome vids coming!
The binding on the headstock always improves the look of an Epiphone.
One of my favorite intro songs you've made man.👍🤘Very cool Riff.
Good and sincere intro! I'm now a subscriber.
Great job on the review!
Long time subber here.. always love your videos because you have the most awesome attitude.
so sick bro! I love how you go over the negatives too
Nice looking & nice job on this !!
Subbed from this video alone. 💪
Oh man. Love your riffage! Great tone!
Hey thanks so much!
First time I saw this person plug in and play a note , ok I may watch again
First Time Here, Love The Energy & Straight
Forward Ness ! At First Look I Must Say Honestly Did I Lay Away The Wrong Guitar ?
I Didn't Think So ! Your " Sterling Review " Made me Smile & Say " Yesss " . Keep Up The Good Work & Stay Positive !!!
I think imma get now😂😂😂 been in my wishlist for a minute🥳🥳🥳🥳
I just picked a used one. Love it! Great video bro!
Looks awesome and sounds great!
Looks amazing. Starting to like Epiphones since I got a 1960 tribute.
Nice review/overview.
awesome axe brother....love the color.....the Fender Strats Teles and Mustangs look great in that color.
Got one. Love it!
That's nasty!
Thank you!!
New to you channel, dude you are making some crazy riff !
Hey thanks so much!!
That first riff was so sweet. 100% not at all what I expected from a Les Paul, but I loved it.
what did you expect from a les paul? lol
@@thejusticeization B O O M E R E N E R G Y
Man, the LP custom with the updated headstock looks amazing. Now I want to get a silverburst LP custom so I can keep adding awesomeness to my silverburst collection
I have an old Epiphone and I LOVE it but was really suprized when I went to the store a couple weeks ago and played a new one.It sounded and felt awesome.Pretty nice Q.C also.
Nice demo track. Good groove.
Yes I was kicking my ass for not hitting that Subscribe button sooner !!!! You are badass bro !!!
Hey thank you so much!
@@xanderraymondcharles you are very welcome !! keep em coming with the content
Just ordered mine!
That's a badass tone! Even on the neck pickup!
Cool video I have a Epiphone Les Paul Silverburst I modified mine I put Tone Man wiring and new 500k pots and a new USA Switch and input Jack I put a three way switch on it and Tone pros bridge and tail piece and new chrome pickup rings and Grover locking keystone tuners and last I put Custom Shop Pearly Gate pickups and I just got a full setup they leveled and polished the frets now it sounds better then most USA Les Paul's I love the ebony fretboard on mine🙂🎸🤘.
Would definitely be interested to see you put the EMGs in and do a tone comparison video.
Good stuff! Love silverburst finishes.
Samezzz
I just bought the gold top classic a couple months ago. Quality of the build for the money is outstanding. That’s a beautiful guitar ya got there. Epiphone is really doing a fine job considering the price tags.
After watching this, I ordered one as well.
Cant wait!
I did in fact watched a lot of videos from you, but Never subscribed. I didn‘t even notice.
Changed right now! :D
I just picked up a 2016 with the emg het set already installed. With just a few more upgrades this silver burst os gonna be killer! All metal. All day.
I've just bought a Gibson Les Paul 60s Standard after having Epiphones for several years. The Gibson are not worth the money over the Epiphones, they are slightly better, the pickups have a bit more clarity, but the are no way worth 4x the price. That silver burst is stunning, they need to bring that to the UK and i'm getting one!
Depends on your circumstances. If you are jamming in the garage, gigging in local bars, or don't have the best quality amps, 110% Epiphone is the smarter choice. FAR more bang for your buck. You won't notice the tone difference between Epi and Gibson in a noisy bar with shit acoustics and a cheap PA.
Gibson, for my money anyway, will always be a studio guitar. It's a precision instrument for a precision environment. In a studio setting, tone is king and small changes in tone have massive impact. THAT is where Gibson shines.
It's all about getting the right tool for the job you're doing.
@@facepalmdaily4404 see bedroom players don't understand this kind of shit and they just get mad that good guitars cost actual money lol. Reading their winy ass comments got me annoyed
So glad to see a burst on an LP style guitar that isnt the tear drop. I wish it faded in a little more but ill take it.
I just ordered one of these based off your review. Ordered the ebony one as the silverburst isn’t available here, and it looks incredible!
Really liked the riffs on the mix demo man!! I had an older Epiphone silver burst custom but I sold it along with my other Epi's and Gibson's when they acted like a bunch idiots and can not support the brand anymore. But kickass riff as I said man!
I have a few epi's, always swap the pickups, my current custom is rocking the Dimarzio Titan set. Chuuuuuuggsss for days
Sounded killer. I got a 2002 MIJ Epiphone Elite last year. Its awesome.
Side question. What gauge strings do you use for drop C? Im running 11-52s but feel they may be a little heavy on the bass side. Cheers
@XanderRaymondCharles - Awesome video man, I'm thinking of getting a Epiphone Les Paul Custom myself! Quick question, I noticed on a few reviews that people are saying when you turn down the Volume Knob for the Bridge Pick Up that the Bridge Pick Up does not fully mute, even when the volume is turned to zero. Can you confirm if this is true for the bridge pickup volume?
I have 2 inspired by Gibson Epi's. A 2020 LP 50s and just today got a 2022 custom silverbusrt. I gotta say I'm very impressed. Also have a 2013 epi standard that's ok. My 2003, MIK, epi LP standard is still one of my favorites. The things weighs more than all my others which I like. Sounds good too. Anyway I would highly recommend the 2020 and newer epi's. I know they're made in China, which I'm not happy about, but they're not half bad.
That guitar looks and sounds amazing. Epiphone was always hit or miss. The Matt Heafy model was killer especially with the contoured neck joint. This Silverburst seems to be a hit.
Check out the prophesy series also there's a new Matt heafy model due for release soon.
My brett hinds signature v changed my outlook on epiphone an I love them now there great guitars for the price just make sure you have them setup for you
I used to have a epiphone gold top and it was a really good guitar for the price.
You could get it playing better by going over it and doing the frets give it a setup ect..... If it hasn't been done yet. The import guitars I have are really good for what they are. A decent setup and they play great. With them coming from half way across the world. A good setup is expected. I wish there was a plek machine near me. I would like to try getting it done to one of my guitars.
Awesome Guitar Ray ...🤟
I bought my Silverburst yesterday. It plays great and looks amazing. Comparing it to my 2019 Gibson Traditional isn't fair. It's a totally different animal. Just a really good guitar for the money.
Just bought the "Black Back Tuxedo" version of this guitar and I'm pleased with it. You actually get more for your money IMHO with these than some of the other Epiphone LP's in the same price range. Triple ply binding on the body and head stock....bound neck...Tone Pros bridge and saddles....Graphtech nut ...ebony fretboard....mahogany body and neck. I spent about an hour polishing the frets and setting it up. Plays really nice now. I agree about the pickups...they aren't great but they aren't terrible either. I have a Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates bridge and a '59 neck set that I pulled out of another "project" guitar awhile back. They will probably find their way into this guitar at some point. I think these are definitely worth the asking price....show them a little love....and they will scratch that Les Paul itch without draining your bank account.
Would be interesting to see how Squire is looking now days! Good stuff
I literally was just searching for this. It’s next for me to have.
8:11 I respect you even more now.
Epiphone has most definitely stepped up there game in the last couple years! Your getting allot of guitar for the buck, and a great guitar in it's own right! I picked up one of the inspired by gibson 59 les paul in southern fade. Amazing guitar!!! Period
Ray, I have a 2021 epiphone les paul custom in ebony that I put some emg 57/66s in. I would definitely try those. My guitar now kicks MORE ass!!
That intro riff might be one of your best yet. Very tough.
Such a sweet guitar. Curious to see, and not trying to persuade you to do ANOTHER "cheapest gibson vs most expensive epi" vid like everyone else, but would be curious to see you run the Gibson Tribute against even this guitar on the heavy side. Everyone else is more classic rock to clean-ish sounding, but knowing you, you'd find a way to make it a true heavy showdown lol.
I have 2 Epiphone Les Pauls and love them. My second is the Epiphone Les Paul Prophecy and it is fantastic. 24 frets and Fishman Fluence.
I had an Epiphone Les Paul Custom prophecy ex with EMG’s in it for a long time. Played the hell out of that thing, and once it got really played in, it felt amazing. Little rough at first, but played in well.
What it looks to me from the screen.. looks pretty solid dude. It's like esp and ltd, i bought ltd guitars and they´re amazing. Its nice to have options out there. :)
i didn’t know epiphone made the custom silver burst with the new head stocks with the gibson inspired it’s not on their website where can i find one
Guitar Center
Or Musiciansfriend
Great video. I have a couple of these Epiphones. I immediately took a grinder to the heel. So now high access is perfect. Would I do that to a $5k Gibson?
If you want to play high notes on the guitar the answer is yes. And another thing. I cant believe that after 70 years the toggle switch is still on the top bout.
There is no more annoying thing on earth than a toggle switch on the top bout.
I dropped in the Seymour Duncan Hot Rodded pickup set into my 2021 Silverburst. It seriously brought it to life. It's a keeper now.
How well do they stay in tune? I’m looking to buy one to use live, but I gotta make sure it won’t go out of tune mid song
I just bought a standard 50s les Paul in gold and I’m blown away with how much guitar you get for $600. Feels better than any Gibson I’ve played and don’t regret it for one second
I also just got the 50s goldtop a few weeks ago. Amazing guitar. Epiphone has turned things around so much in the last year. I also have a Gibson LP classic from 2003 and it holds its own against it.
I came for the chug and rock out, but stayed and listened more than once due to the beautiful, soulful slow tune @7:07. 🙂👍
How do you like the set necks on the LP? You’ve mentioned in previous videos that you prefer a bolt-on, as do I. It’s hard to find an LP with a bolt on unless you go with the really low end Epiphones. I’m curious how you feel about it as I’d definitely like to get a LP sometime in the near future.
Epiphone pickups suck but the les pauls are so good if you get a good one! Polish them frets and swap the electronics and you'll have a work horse that will last forever! I love mine :)
hey man I have been watching you channel lately and I'm thorn atm. Can you help? I was about to go get a gold top standard epiphone for 600$ canadian but then I saw on musicians friend, there is a silverburst just like this one with 9% discount on it.. So the silver burst would come at 1270$... It is a lot more but it's new and in silverburst. My goal was to get this to get a similar one to Adam Jones. Anyway, which one would advise to get? Is the custom worth it over the standard?
Do an experiment, take it to a really good tech and have them give the frets a good once over, round the edges, level and crown, drop a bone or tusq nut and a pickup swap and see how your bang for buck comparison is after that! Fret work makes or breaks a guitar and Id be super keen to see how your opinion changes after some TLC!
I have this same guitar and I filed and polished the frets and sanded the fretboard from 400-1,000 grit then oiled it well. I also adjusted the truss-rod and the action. No joke, it took a pretty good guitar that already sounded great to the next level, it plays like a dream.
And a proper setup with string height and the bridge. Strings must be on the saddles not in the back part of the bridge like they are with a stock epi
Subscribed got you homie
I think Epiphone is doing a pretty good job with their signature guitars. Owed a jerry cantrell both prophecy and wino and now have an Adam jones. Love the AJ 🤘🏼
Thanks, Yea, I'm buying one and I'm going to tamper with. Played pro for 20 years and then got deep into live entertainment production and got away from it. In my semi retirement days I want to get back into it. I have amps all over the house. Old tube amps. I have a PA and lighting system adequate for small street festival and larger clubs. I always wanted a tremolo but was more of a humbucker guy so thanks to Dusenburg I'll be trowing a les trem and locking tuners on on it.
I just bought one!!!
serious question how many times did you have to retune it to record that song. i own one and love it but that tuning stability....
Just bought one. Immediately swapped out the pups and bridge (Stew-Mac roller) and was real happy until at rehearsal during some leads, the high E string went over the edge of the fret board and kept getting stuck under a tiny gap between the 5th fret and the fret board! The fret work on mine leaves a lot to be desired. There's gaps on more than just the 5th fret though not as bad. But all the way up and down the neck, you can feel the sharp edges of the frets which haven't been well finished into the board / neck. Nope, it ain't a Gibson by a long shot. I've already modded the electronics, so there's no sending this one back. May need a total refret which on something like this axe may cost up to $500....
I just bought a used 2008 silverburst with emgs and love it
Dude you got that at the Wilmington GC? Holy shit.. that’s the guitar center I’ve always gone to. I haven’t gone since summer last year maybe, I gotta there again because I can’t find that silverbusrt one anywhere online, even Epiphone’s website. Wonder if they’ll start releasing them more later this year.