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Thank you for this. I work for Gibson, have for over 16 years. I started at Epiphone as an inspector, became a repair tech and now work in fullfilment doing DTC (Direct to Consumer). Under the new management, we are all considered Gibson employees. One of the perks is getting to see the new models as they come in. The “Inspired by Gibson” models are incredible, both the acoustics and electrics. The Masterbilt archtops are amazing. I learned to play on an Epiphone my father bought for my mother in 1938 while he was in the Navy and the Olympic model is almost identical. The quality of Epiphone models currently being made is truly incredible. Thank you again for the great, honest review. And may I say, I enjoyed hearing your playing. Wonderful stuff. Subscribed.
What I describe as my first proper acoustic was a Japanese built jumbo epi. Can’t recall the model but it was a beaut and didn’t have any of the issues they are notorious for. Glorious thing that I wish I never sold.
This makes me want to buy an arch top!
The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson J-200 is a great instrument. I own 2 of them Antique Natural & Vintage Sunburst and could not be happier with their sound & looks. The price is great as well @ $899.00 u.s. no case so by the time you buy a jumbo case you'll have a little over a $1,000.00 invested. The Fishman Pickup actually sounds good in this guitar. I have a Gibson G-45 Studio that I swapped the pickup out of it to get a deeper sound, but the J-200 sounded pretty good with the Fishman Pickup so far I'm leaving it alone. Tese pickups are very easy to change though and I may change my mind later. I agree J.P. these J-200's sound better than the Gibsons. Peace, M.A.
I bought an Epi J45 today. I hope it is as good as yours!
Regarding Gibson, I have a J185 I bought 12 yrs ago. It's a wonderful guitar.
This is the first video I have seen of yours. I watched it carefully in it's entirety. I am impressed by your knowledge but more importantly, you have a lot of heart and soul. I'm a subscriber now and look forward to hearing more. Thanks, Daniel.
I love Cormier's guitar philosophizing. He's like the Car Talk guys of guitar. Subscribed.
I've had exactly the same thought! Miss the Car Talk guys.
I bought a gibson hummingbird studio and still prefer the Epiphone one. It's actually crazy how well Epiphone did with these.
I don't need another guitar. I don't need another guitar....I should practice and appreciate what I have. What incredible sounding instruments you have there.
Has that worked for you yet? I have tried, “ I don’t need another guitar chant, but…
Lol I need to stop watching theses as well..
I'm going to write that into a song and play it over and over in hopes it finally sinks in !!!
They're so addictive! 😂
You need one of these
I love this guy. And he is so correct. God bless and you are just an incredible musician..
J.P. - I have a story for you. I have a Guitar Center and a Sam Ash store right around the corner from me. 2 summers ago - I kept going into these 2 stores, and I was attracted to this $149 Washburn that was hanging at GC. I would pick it for a couple of minutes then hang it back up on the wall thinking “Oh, this guitar must be cheap crap”, but damn it sounded wonderful. Well, by the end of summer 2019 I eventually bought it. It did need its fret ends filed down, & a truss rod adjustment, which I performed both myself, but dammit - that Washburn Dreadnought is one of the best sounding & easiest playing guitars I’ve ever owned, & I’ve owned Martin’s & Gibson’s. So, don’t look at the headstock. Listen to the instrument. And really feel what the neck is like. Your true dream guitar may only cost you 1/5th of what the Gibson’s, Martin’s & Taylor’s of the world cost. Don’t be snookered by the label.
Sometimes the moon and the stars aline on a budget guitar. Means the maker had a good day and happened to have good or better material s on that day.👍
Forgot to mention on my post. Stick those Epi's in Gunning's face 🤣🤣🤣
Wow..What model number?
I purchased a local guy's somewhat beat '69 Yamaha FG-180 for $200, made a few minor adjustments and damned if I wouldn't hold this guitar up to any Martin D-18. It's a sweet-sounding cannon. Everyone who hears it wants to buy it from me. NEVER! ☺
Great story
I see a notification for JP & drop what I’m doing to watch
We are living in the Golden Age of quality affordable guitars. Great advice! Try out some of these models you might be in awe! Don't fall victim to name brand.
I have never heard an Epiphone sound like that! Amazing..
"...every guitar has some quality that can change your life..."
Words of wisdom and straight talk. Thanks so much, JP.
JP you're responsible for my packing all my electrics away and buying an Epiphone Hummingbird as well as a Sigma Jumbo (they didn't have any Epiphone Jumbos in stock). My passion for guitars was fading but these acoustic guitars pulled me out of the doldrums. So all I can say is thank you thank you thank you.
Love to hear your take on Hummingbird. I just ordered sunburst. So excited to get. Thanks
JP I SWEAR TO GOD IVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT THIS...SO WELL SPOKEN
JP...how did I not "discover" you years ago? You are one refreshing dude --- musically, vocally, and your "share with us" vids like this one are just "off-the-hook" in content and candor. Thanks man for giving us the kind of straight-talk you do: "The hip Canadian down-home guy with the northern accent and fingers that dance across the frets."
possibly the most thought provoking video Ive ever seen from you.....monster appreciated. Ive owned 5 Martins, some old, some new, and I recognize what you are saying and I agree (along with a few other brands) and like you, Im a victim of this syndrome, but thanks...never again. As you say you cant totally escape this brand/fan prejudice, but at least I will now and forever be aware of it, and will be a more conscious and logical buyer . You don't know what you don't know, but now my eyes have at least been partially opened. Many thanks, to you , Doc, Dan , Tony , Clarence , Don , Earl ,and all my heroes , and yes I now I am coming to see you in that company
I recently got the Inspired by Gibson Hummingbird for $400 at a pawn shop because they thought it was the Pro model, FANTASTIC instrument!
This is now my favorite utube channel after only about 3 days. Great job!!!!
Once again, glad I found you. We had a friend who was a Nashville recording artist and he played a beautiful old J-200. I’ve always wanted one. Now I feel like I can finally afford one. Thank you for this great video.
Great video! I purchased the Hummingbird last year and was totally floored by the Epiphone craftsmanship. Plays so nice and looks fantastic.
Felt there was more to say. The ending was beautiful and great guidance. Find your sound, your experience. But don't worship brands alone. Respect every instrument for what it is. Look for huge value. I think these guitars, if they live up to the review hype, are going to sell like crazy because it will fill a huge market opportunity for guys like me looking for a little rock authentic acoustic tone without spending $5k. I am excited and should have one in 5 days if all goes well.
Great video. It reminds me of the Japanese guitars of the 70's and 80's that where cheaper and better than the American originals. I have an old Ibanez that was a copy of a Guild. A joy to play to this day. I ordered a Ibanez Jiva from Indonesia and am totally impressed with the quality. I hope we all don't find our perfect guitar. Thanks for the great reviews.
True I have a Japanese Flambeau from that period. Very plain looking but plays like a dream😃 it “spoke” to me😎
I love your, "Are you hearing this?" expression on your face as you play these instruments masterfully. Yes, we're hearing it! Thanks for sharing your opinions and wisdom with the masses.
I have that Epi J-45. It blew me away when I picked it up at guitar center and played it. It was used and got it for $499. Best acoustic I ever bought honestly. They are definitely a hidden treasure most haven't picked up on yet.
I’ve just ordered an Epiphone Hummingbird “inspired by Gibson” antique cherry sunburst. I did so after much research and comparisons with Gibson and other brands. I had to check and recheck the Gibson and Epiphone specs, because they were that similar that I didn’t believe what I was seeing. Can’t wait to get my axe…..😊
how do u like it?
For some reason you are someone I can trust and listen to the second I meet you. Thank you for this video. I just received my hummingbird inspired by Gibson today and it’s one of the most beautiful guitars I’ve ever looked at or played.
Point taken. I have a friend who is a great guitar player. He was in a Sears store and saw a hard vase for $15. Opened the case. It had an acoustic in it. No marks, no serial number, nothing. Took it to the counter to see if the case included the guitar or the price was just for the case. It was for both. He bought it. Got the guitar home, tuned it up. He now uses the no name guitar for recording instead of his $4000 Martin. The sound is remarkable!
Comparing this acoustic to the Gibson J200 and actually thinking it sounds better means there’s something wrong with your ears mate no offense. Great value as it might be it doesn’t come close to the clarity, depth, and dynamic range of the gibson.
Really excellent and timely review of the Epi Inspired by Gibby line. I've been eyeballing the Hummingbird for about a month. I'm sold
I bought my step daughter the Epiphone Hummingbird about 2 years ago. It's her first "good' acoustic guitar, and she loves it. Plays great. Sounds great. Unbelievable value. (BTW: that Aston mic sounds great. Really showcases the guitars well. Hope to see you play when the festivals resume.)
They seem to ring forever along with amazing tone! Nice going Epi-Voice!
My concern is with manufacturing of popular big name brands moving from The U.S. to Japan, to Korea, to Indonesia, then to the next victim......is that they move to save money primarily on labour, and environmental safety laws and to circumvent import duties. Future Indonesian musicians can write songs bemoaning the oppressive guitar company owners and the exploitation of its workers to fuel the indulgences of Western teenagers, hobbyists and dilettante folk singers. lol. (not you, lol, just saying). If you don't care, some of the counterfeits out of Asia are really well made and great sounding guitars too. Look for one, half to a third of the price of the cheapo models, a little sloppy on the finish in spots, good guitar, middle finger to the share holders.
I've been a Gibson guy for at least 30 years now. Due to budgetary constraints. I've only been able to purchase used Gibsons. I've been pining for a Hummingbird for a while but knew I could never afford one, new or used. After watching your video review and researching the Epiphone inspired by Gibson Hummingbird I decided to get one. I live out in West Virginia and the nearest large guitar chain is hours away. So I decided to take a chance an order one. Thanks for your honest and well-informed assessment of this new line of Epiphone acoustics.
I ordered the same on-line and brought it to a luthier for a setup. He recommended I return it as it had no additional truss rod adjustment, which I did. Instead, I ordered the Epiphone J200. I'm thrilled with its sound and playability. However, I wouldn't hesitate to try another Hummingbird.
You're killin' me here, JP. I'm a lifelong J200 freak. The two maple Gibsons I've owned (a '50 and a '68) were both dogs. I have a rosewood J200jr that is very nice, but that Epi J200 is calling to me bigtime...$900 here in the states...heaven help me...I'm supposed to be divesting :^)
One more is always enough 😇
As someone who has had to return two Gibsons for major flaws this month....I will check these out. I can't believe I got two Gibsons ($3,000 USD) with unfinished spots on the top and frets buzzing out. Paint on the headstock not reaching the nut. Just awful. Very disappointed in Gibson QC. So much for made in America. Seems like they just don't care in Boseman.
Great video, great advice, John. Thank you.
That's truly sad.
I feel your pain Gibson can produce junk. As other well known mfg..
I truly love the way your honesty comes through.
I have a Martin D28, and a epiphone les Paul, and a guild budget acoustic.
I love them all, but one of the best sounding guitars I’ve owned was a Kay I bought at 7- eleven back in the 70’s.
I agree that the instrument speaks to you. No matter the name on the headstock.
Seems to me if you and it are a match, you will make beautiful music together regardless of the brand.
Loved your comments at the end. I used to own a $2500 Larrivee, sold it because I was going to travel. While travelling I thought I'd pick up a small cheap guitar so I went on Kijiji and found an old all laminate 7/8 FS-311Yamaha. I don't know how Yamaha did it but the thing sounds much better than it should being all laminate. I love it and wouldn't part with it for anything! It was $225.
I have my eye on one of these J45's which is what brought me here. Then I heard your comments and played my little Yamaha and remembered that I don't really need it.
Happiness will never come to those who fail to appreciate what they already have.
Thanks for all you do J.P. Sensational sounding instrument! It is great time to be a guitarist, the gear is s good!
Have you heard of Doff guitars? They make a plethora of fretted instruments and not a single one is made of anything less than solid woods. The real surprise is that their steel string guitars start at around $300 US and their base classical is less. I know you are all for quality at affordable price and they seem to fit that very well.
Love my inspired by Gibson firebird , SG and hummingbird
J.P - I think it is you that is making these guitars sound great. And as good as you are, you can only play one at a time...
Hi JP, really enjoying these videos. One question: which pick are you using? it seems to have a really good balance in tone. Thanks!
I have my dad's 1966 Hummingbird he used playing the Opry. This Epiphone sounds as good or better. I think I'll buy one just to go with my dad's. Thank you J.P. for this video. Very good.
I just went to our local guitar store fully intending to buy a new Martin 28 or high end Taylor or possibly a Gibson and...I came home with the Epiphone J-45 much to my surprise. I spent 90 minutes trying a variety of guitars and the one I enjoyed playing the most and sounded better than most of the guitars I tried and was easy to play was the Epiphone J-45 and at about 20% of the cost I was intending to spend!
Same here,I was blown away by the j-45
long story short.. it's not the logo on the menu.. it's who's cookin' in the kitchen :). ..it would be awesome if you take a trip to Indonesia and meet these luthiers :)
Amazing video- many thanks from here in the UK. Breathtaking stuff. My dear friend James (now sadly passed away) had a Gibson slope-shouldered dreadnought made in 1942 in Kalamazoo. It is by FAR the best sounding guitar I've ever played.
(One well-to-do acquaintance of mine has a large collection of vintage Gibson acoustics, none of which are remotedly as good as this Epiphone, let alone the 1942 J-45 of my late friend).
I speak as a piano tuner/technician who used to own a shop selling high-end boutique and vintage acoustic guitars, including Lowden, Lucas, Lo Prinzi, Larrivee, Levin, Atkin, Gibson, Harmony, Walden, Tanglewood, Martin, Blueridge, Seagull/Simon & Patrick, Gurian, Guild, Peerless, etc.
(FOOTNOTE: James' J-45 was almost certainly crafted by female luthiers, because most of the men were either fighting or training in the armed forces, or working in factories to produce much needed weapons).
Put John Petrucci on a Squier Strat, he will still sound like John Petrucci. Ernie Ball MusicMan isn't his sound, his hands and mind are. I love my Larivee, so I have no business buying one of these Epiphones. Let me repeat that mantra. Dont need the J200, dont need the J200, dont need the J200.....
Lots of luck but for the price the j 200 would be agreat guitar for taking out to friends or pick nicks to keep scratching off the larivee
Wow, that guitar is beautiful in every way,tone is incredible,thank you sir
Love the self commentary at the end.. I played those 3 models on March 18 while looking for a Gibson J-45 and true to your word the Epi J-45 and Hummingbird both out performed the Gibson. Both had good setups and seemed like the break in period came as a standard option ?? There was no Gibson J-200 to compare but I’ll tell ya, I wouldn’t want anything any louder then the Epiphone 200 and I couldn’t imagine any nicer tone. Different, yes. But blindfolded it would be a dumb mans guess to tell the two apart. Thanks for the Great review, it’s nice to know that someone who is an actual professional hears what I hear.
Hate to burst your bubble, but the finish is poly, and the inlays are plastic. I bought an all solid guild for $500 with case a couple years ago. Yamaha also has all solid budget guitars now. Epiphone is simply competing with current market. I can’t comment on whether the Gibson is better sounding
I love this video. I have several Epiphones in the Pro series and they deliver absolute value for money. I am intrigued by the Inspired by Gibson line and J P's review has encouraged me to explore them further. I also firmly support his comments about the cult of brand names that clouds so many people's discussions regarding guitars. Pride of ownership of a brand name frequently prevents many players from opening their minds to the benefits and joys of other brands. I, for example, have been greatly impressed by the Yamaha LL 16 DARE and have found that the John's arguments apply equally to the Yamaha LL series. They deliver quality for a very reasonable price, i.e., around $1,400 CAD. However, I am a huge Epiphone/Gibson fan and will think seriously about finally purchasing my dream guitar, the J 200, from the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson line. Thanks JP.
Just subbed , cheers from New Zealand
Sounds killer! The J-45 is actually mahogany back and sides.
Yep!
Nice to have a rosewood version.
should be - mahogany isn't particularly expensive and it's really easy working (labor would have to be *really* cheap to save four or five dollars on backs and sides to use a less agreeable wood.
Had the J45 used rosewood l may have preferred it to the Hummingbirds tone, l have a Taylor GA8e that was $2700 when l bought it as a 3 year leftover at my local shop, it sounds mind blowing but it's a different sound..it's not a great cover guitar because it's chime is so different, the Hummingbird has that 70s acoustic tone l love! I'm not impressed with the Fishman pickup in it at all but l will eventually deal with that.. but l agree..and would have spent a lil extra on a rosewood back and side J45 most likely.
Correct. Just like the Masterbilt AJ45. I have that one and it's a canon. Beautiful, and dark. Pounds the lows and mids.
The Strings On The Epiphones Inspired By Gibson are Actually Gibson Phosphor Bronze Strings Light Gage.......
These inspired by Gibson models remind me of the Japanese Fenders of the 80s. Some are as good or better then their counterparts. I have the Epi 339. Fantastic guitar under 600.
Yes Sir, if a Epi is made right, it does sound better than a shit made Gibson made today, I just found the best guitar string maker, it is family owened, they will mke anything you want by hand, i bought some strings from him, and they are the BEST Strings i have ever heard, I do not know this guy, but they are the only strings i will buy now, just pure Quality, www.curtmangan.com check out the website and try some strings, you will not be amazed, Cousin Figel
I've had a J200 Gibson and a Master built AJ 45 Epiphone and the Epi is made just as good or better. I sold the J200 because my D50 Guild was 100 times better sounding
I got in quick with these inspired by Gibsons too and I’ll tell you why , the 2008 - 2015 squier classic vibe guitars made in china were incredible guitars, the components, finish and workmanship were amazing, I got the 50s strat , the 60s strat and a 50s telecaster , I will say when they moved production away from China , they dropped a bit in all categories, imho . I suspected this could happen with the Inspired range . They produce a great instrument to get into the market , then when to gain a hold , a few things might , could or do slip . Well done Epiphone and Gibson , incredible instruments
Such a great guitar,sounds heavenly!!
I have an epiphone aj-500mvs that sounds incredible. I got it for $550 in 08 or 09
You really opened my eyes and mind, John. Thank you so much for this.
Not one drop of rosewood on any of those guitars, no Nitro either.
Simple look at the specs would tell ya that.
Nice guitars though.
Epiphone is doing some really cool things I just bought a Gibson J45 and today I played an epiphone hummingbird natural antique finish and it was one of the best sounding acoustic at guitar center I was blown away they have really turned a corner well done epiphone they are gonna crush it this year 2020!
What timing. Just sent the Epi J200 I bought a week ago, back to MF. Beautiful woods, good build. The sound OK, but the acoustic volume and dynamics were very poor. Very poor. Actually bad. I have an EPI Masterbilt AJ from 2002 that is as loud as my 2002 Gibson Advanced Jumbo 1936 replica. I also got a Recording King RD328 last week because of JP's video on it. I am still stunned at how good it sounds. BTW , priceless ending to this video.
I absolutly love this video. Thank you so much. I am Norwegian, dont know too much about guitars. Started playing at age 55, now 59, and i really need a better guitar now. Started on a Cort (something ) and feel that i need a slightly better guitar. You convinced me in a big way to get a humminhburd ( inspired by gibson ) . Thank you. Greetings from Norway. All the best. I will subscribe to your channel.
I bought the j-200. I absolutly love it. A great guitar
Great video and great playing my friend, thank you. I myself bought a hummingbird from this collection in January and can’t believe how good jt sounds. May I ask which strings would you recommend for the hummingbird. It sounds so good that I’m afraid to change them.
Thanks in advance! ✌️✌️
Nice JP. It seems most of us buy instruments with our eyes instead of our ears. I think if you blindfolded everyone that went into a music store we would be very surprised at what they leave with.
AGreed ...I love it when guitar sales say....Looking for anything special?....Dude....look on the walls ...its guitar heaven...everything is special....I cant tell some one what what i want until its in my hands,, ,,I went into local Guitar Left Of Center ..and I wanted to buy a nice acoustic,,,...I asked the tech...Hey bro ....I play bass as my main deal....but when I switch to a six string my fingers overshoot and undershoot there mark....Do you know what acoustic has the widest neck with plenty of spacing....He goes ...spffffttt....I dont know.. they all feel the same to me. uh....waiting for the punch line.....or a hidden camera.....Nothing......I didnt know if it was worth jail to put his head thru the sound hole or what...ahahahahahaha moron....
@@AndyBigDaddyWilkinson So, did you ever find a guitar? I just did a search (which that guitar dude should have done) and found this one. Takamine CNC WS-2 Wide Neck. It's 1.87.... at the nut. You can check it out here if you haven't already. Leftovervisuals
@@believer936 Not yet ...newly paroled....did a deuce in Donavan.....for double cervi-side....broke the tech and the guitars neck....ahahahahah.....Yes ...got a Seagull Entourage....the bell like qualities of open voice chords ....hypnotized me in to forgetting my special needs.....but....its a small neck compared to my 73 Fender Telecaster bass...
@@AndyBigDaddyWilkinson I know Seagull!!! My daughter found one just like new (Entourage CW-QIT) in a second hand shop for (you'd better sit down) $75 American in a Road Runner gig bag. She bought it and gave it to me for an early birthday present. My wife says some disgruntled girlfriend or wife took it there's revenge for some oversight or something. It has become one of my favorite guitars. It's different but really nice.The neck is actually a little bigger than my other guitars, but I like it.
@@believer936 Ahaha Disgruntled knows that the way to punish a man is through his guitar.....and better him than us...(.Kidding Jesus.🙏🙏🙏_) ahaha ..You are a lucky man to have ur wife and daughter looking out for ya...Peace bro
Have just bought a Hummingbird inspired by gibson. It's brilliant.
Sir, you need to be getting a check from Epiphone because I guarantee you are selling boatloads of these guitars. THNK GOD YOU'RE DOING THIS!! Your authenticity. passion and honesty is palpable.
I have owned several Epiphone acoustics over the years as well as Taylor’s & 1 Gibson
All have gone the journey except my 1970’s Epiphone FT 750 made in Japan which is the equivalent to Gibson’s
J 200
This Guitar in my opinion out shines any Gibson I have ever played, hence why I will never ever part with it, I am very tempted to try the inspired by Gibson J45 however, my holy grail guitar is a Gibson Southern Jumbo, which I am still searching for ( at an affordable price) - happy picking
John I was so impresses by your Video Inspired by Gibson, I am a 27 year Retired Armor /Calvary I have been playing Guitar since early 60's my first was a Grertch Burle Ives, continued playing til the mid 70's went looking for a dream guitar in Tacoma wa. spent a whole evening at a large guitar store walked out with the one that played an felt right an Epiphone Archtop Hollow body 12 String had that guitar 2 1/5 years until someone decided they wanted it broke the door off to my apartment to one thing that guitar I truly missed it fast forward to 2015 I searched for that guitar and found an Epiphone limited Edition Rivera 12 String now I own all epiphones 2 ES335's 1 Humingbird 1 Martin 12 string 1 Takimine 6 string and a fender 12 string...
I notice you never being up Godin .. not even accidentally. Which is odd since they epitomize the Canadian guitar
Yea, I'm wondering what he thinks about Seagull guitars.
@@Idler81643 He talked about Seagulls guitar..He said its not for him..Cant remember the video.
Simon and Patrick are great guitars.
@@Idler81643 I love Seagull guitars
@@endoffate5475 thats crazy ... I'd love to see that video
Not sure if you've done this yet, but I'd love to see a video of you lining up all the guitars you own and ranking them. Really enjoying your channel. Thanks, JP. Jay.
I doubt if JP, or any real musician who owns/plays more than one of any instrument, would or could do this. It would be like lining up your children in "love" order. These things are friends. Sometimes you want to chat with Bill, sometimes you want to chat with Mary.
@@livy1962 I definitely agree with what you are saying. Perhaps that could be part of the episode. I'd just like to see all of his guitars in one room at the same time. I like to see the love he has for each.
Hi J. P.
Love your reviews!
Between the Hummingbird and the Recording King RD - 328, which one would you recommend sound wise?
I'm torn between these two and I don't have a chance to try them. I like the RD's look better but I believe the Epiphone would hold its value better.
Thanks
I prurchased them recording king rd328 in 2020 and I am about to order the Ellenete in the morning
I can tell you right now that the bridge on the j200 is very dry
I planned to buy a Gibson G45. I went to a music store and played one but the sound I was looking for just wasn't there. A salesman then passed me an Alvarez MD60EBG...THAT was the sound i was looking for. I can say that i was slightly clouded in judgement by seeing my heros play Gibsons. I assumed any Gibson would pretty much have the sound i wanted but i was wrong. More than happy with my Alvarez though and have received compliments on how good it sounds.
The thing about gibsons their like wives only the one will do. Its up to you to find the one
Didn't expect to hear all the acoustic guitar but this is incredible, love your playing. I was looking for the electric s, surely enjoyed your reviews.
How do these Epiphones stack up against the Yamaha’s?
Hard to believe, I am not convinced. But will try them,.
2 years ago I was pulled in by Fender's Paramount solid wood range £1000, but after 2 years limited use its humped like a camel, bridge is beginning to lift, frets are rising, It has always been kept flat in its hard case, so disappointing.
Before that guitar there was a top of the range £2000 Blueridge it did the same after 4 years limited use.
I could name more Far Eastern builds over the years I was sucked into by finish, price and a good salesman.
Add 2 X Taylor guitars I owned necks bowed like a Sioux Bow only good for hunting rabbits.
Martin, Takamine and Yamaha Japan Built have stood the test of time for me and I bet the woods are aged and dried properly and built by better skilled hands on people.
They are amazing as are you - one correction - the 45 is spec's as mahogany back and sides on all the sites I've seen it on.
Yes
Indian Laurel boards too not Rosewood
The j45 is Mahogany back and sides.
It will be interesting to see how the three guitars hold up structure wise and how they age. Enjoy your videos as a new subscriber. I like Yairis.
Sounds amazing. Since this are made on Indonesia, I was thinking if either Epiphone opened a new factory there or they are sub contracting another company, like Cort that I think makes a wonderful job on the guitars since they made Ibanez too and are really good. I have a basic Fender CD-60 when I started re-learning guitar a few months ago and is quite nice, made on Indonesia too, but I was amazed by this Hummingbird with the color, the binding, inlays and I was thinking to buying this Hummingbird in the future to be my main acoustic, or go further for a Masterbilt Excellente. But for the videos I've seen, they are in fact good guitars that sounds and feels good. Just got a Epiphone Standard SG Ebony and is great too. Thank you for sharing your experience, and thank you to Epiphone and the workers that are doing very well on their job, that makes us, the not rich people, possible to acquire beautiful and good instruments that makes us happy.
I had no idea these guitars existed!
After seeing this vid, I checked out a few more videos on these guitars then decided I had to have one!
I just bought the hummingbird in the natural finish. 😁
Love your videos and your passion and honesty about guitars/brands.
Love from Australia 🤘✌
How is it after owning it for a while? I'm thinkin of getting one.
You have a high quality microphone and you’re a monster player.
These circumstanses can be deceiving for shure :)
Still I must say this, people complaining on a thick pickguard and what not, that J-45, MAN, I just freaking love it! It’s got it.
I have tried out oh so many Gibson J-45’s, I KNOW there’s exceptional ones out there, but helas, the ones I have played have all sounded either strangely thin or kind of muted, big disapontments. Whereas this humble Epi… think I’ll order one. Thanks för the demo.
I think the Epiphone Masterbilt line, Inspired by Gibson, and Recording King 318, 328 line are the best value guitars out there right now. I was on the fence between an Excellente or RK 328. I went with the Epi Excellente. Great instrument. High quality fit finish, design, materials. It can't be beat imo. Check them out. TY for a great review. MH
Yamaha are the best value for money guitars by far. Particularly the L series!
@@Wobbz9413 I like yamaha's too.
My "Inspired By" Epiphone SG (with vibrola) really can hold its own against my Gibson SG (also with vibrola) in just about every way. My only complaint is the veneer they put on the SG's which doesn't match the underlying body, causing the bevels to look a little strange in certain light. But in terms of sound, playability and bang-for-the-buck? Amazing value and craftsmanship, regardless of what corksniffers might insist.
Your videos are honest. Thanks for that. I could never see myself buying a $5k guitar even though I can afford it. I have a Guild that is built like a tank and it was about $800 20 years ago
Instant subscribe. Best guitar review in the history of UA-cam. Will def be checking out these Epis. How do you like the Eastman SS??
I've got a 2005 Epiphone Masterbilt AJ that plays and sounds wonderful. I installed a K&K Pure for a total investment of $650. From a collector's perspective, I would still prefer a Gibson; from a player's perspective, I'll keep the Epi!✌️
Have you tried the new IBG J-45 yet? I have both the AJ-500M and the AJ-500R and they are great, but the new J-45 is really special. The wider nut and short scale make a tremendous difference!
@@lloydhendricks5370 I have not, but you're tempting me to check one out. Thanks!✌️
Only wish they made more 1 3/4 nuts imo
Inspired by JP. Heartfelt and understood. Thank you
Wow, these sound great. Been thinking about the j45. Haven't heard one with 13's yet but I imagine they're amazing.
I’ve been a Gibson lover for many years. Holy grail being the second generation Gospel. I finally traded my way into a G45. I love it.
That said, over the years I’ve found a bunch of Alvarez guitars that have the “growl”. They also had the hang tag that my wallet could live with.
Twenty five years in…I can afford a $3000 Gibson. But why spend that when I’ve learned that companies like Yamaha, Takamine, and Alvarez can provide great guitars at reasonable prices?
Hence, one Gibson in a pile of Alvarez and Takamine guitars.
True words. Other companies are evolving while Gibson is standing still. These "IBG" epis are a step in the right direction. Sigma is building great affordable guitars as well. Sigma sjm sg45 is on my "guilty pleasure " future buy list
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I’ve been saying the same thing as JP for many years. Now that I’m not “poor”…I’m still chea…erm…frugal.
My G45 is a heck of a guitar.
And my Alvarez PD85S is 96% the guitar. Maybe more. For about 20% of the money.
This is why I advise people to test guitars blindfolded.
The problem with wanting to own the guitar of your hero is that they change brands and most end up with a custom built boutique acoustic in the end. Most of my heroes were playing ovation guitars on stage but I later learned that was because they had the best pickup system for plugging them in. Most of my heroes now play boutique guitars now that they're older journeyman with lots of cash. With all that said, and everything you said, I still want a Martin and a Gibson. I'm irrational I know.
Everyone knew back in the day all the top players (who weren't like in a big name band) played the brand that paid them to promote their guitars, whether sorry, cheap, expensive or whatever.
He doesn’t get paid and if it’s a crap guitar he will say it is a crap guitar.
cheaper guitars have come a long way in 20 years. I agree these are fantastic for the price point!!
i'm going to buy one of these maybe all three
Outstanding, I just picked up my Epiphone J45 from Guitar center.
I ordered it about two weeks ago.
I spent two hours with it and it is a beautiful instrument. It will last easily the rest of my life and I hope to pass it on to a family member.
Your enthusiasm for guitars is so contagious! I never would’ve even questioned getting a Yamaha guitar before I saw your videos and now I see that epiphone is making some insane guitars!
your reviews are the fn best..:)
I’ve got all three of those guitars with hard cases, bought used online locally for a grand total of $725😁
Ironic I just got one (Hummingbird)last Monday from L and M in Markham. Mine is in Natural...put Elixir Light PBs on it, tweaked the truss and rings like a bell...even, warm response and records amazing. Still prefer my FGX3 though...or maybe my LL16 or maybe RK 11 Series OOO...lol...acquisition guitar syndrome...AGS...thanks for putting a name to my affliction...ha ha...awesome, as usual review JP and you are so right about variety...my RK RS7 OOO for 230 bucks shipped to the door is a ringer and an old Yamaha FG700S I traded for an old Squier Strat absolutely amazes me very time I play it.