The HUGE change to the 2020 Epiphone Les Paul Custom
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- čas přidán 27. 09. 2020
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That’s my dream guitar. I’ve told myself that when I graduate high school which will also mark my two year anniversary of playing guitar that I would buy it as a gift for myself.
Just drop out and get it now
Do YOU! GET IT.💫
Have you gotten it?
You gotten it yet man?
I have one you will love it , good look with school man
My god. Can 2020 get any stranger? Never thought I would want an epiphone over a Gibson
Not sure why you would want an Epi over a Gibson but to each his own
@@robertnunn497 Gibson Les Paul Customs are grossly overpriced at $4000 to $5000 and above.
@@robertnunn497 because cause you can save like $1000 if the sound is close enough for you
@@robertnunn497 Gibsons suck. They never stay in tune.
@@GuitarPlayer1395 these epis are awesome with the nubone nut. no complaints. I sold my Gibson Custom white 5 years ago. Beauty of a guitar but its definitely not 4000$ better than the 2020 epiphone customs. These things are awesome. No fret complaints here.
They fixed the diamond size. It looks so much better now
Is this official? I've been looking at some newer models and it does appear the diamond is bigger. Definitely prefer the large diamond
Yep I ordered one just because of that reason! Looks just like the older Japanese models so clean 🤘🏼
@@joelewis3632 yes it’s official as of all the 2021 “inspired by Gibson “ models 🤘🏼
Haven't watched you in a couple of years. Glad I did today. Glad to see you're still at it. You're a good man Steve. Thanks for being a bright spot in this wacked-out world.
You always give honest straight reviews , and always a pleasure listening to you play...
I bet if they made it in Randy Rhoads cream it would sell like crazy...
I think they have made a few models in the early to mid 2000s that were similar to that color like Ivory, I know for a fact they haven't always done Alpine White
I would buy it in a heartbeat, otherwise I would settle with the black one. The Arctic/Olympic colors are way too white for me.
They have a black back cream one w vintage looking pup covers cheaper now 549 black friday
Randy actually had an alpine white Les Paul custom. It just faded to the ivory color with age. Give this thing time, and it’ll fade the same way.
@@timothyweesner6286 it won't turn yellow. Randy's was finished with Nitro. That Epiphone is acrylic.
Fastway riff much appreciated! RIP Fast Eddie Clarke.
Hahaha beat me to it. First band I ever saw live. Cains Ballroom in Tulsa.
Say what you will... you will.
@@james3452 Saw them open for Rush "Moving Pictures" tour. They put Rush to shame and were 50x louder
@@antneyfatts665 Fastway did not open for Rush on Moving Pictures, Saxon & Max Webster did.
@@robertthomas7239 The whole tour? Maybe it was another tour I'm thinking? Either way, it was a great show that I saw.
The ebony fingerboard is the essential feature for me. I love the headstock change. I always hated the old one.
Greetings from Rhode Island! Man, that is a gorgeous Les Paul. That headstock...it's about time! WOW!
I picked up the Alpine White Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pro a few months back, and I'm honestly amazed!!!!
Solid construction, not a single flaw.
I've traditionally played Jackson's, Strat's and others, but this instrument quickly relegated the others to the shelf!
Played through a Marshall, the Probuckers are outstanding. It actually has the Paul Kossoff tone.
Epiphone has a great video about blind test of their probucker pickups. They are a true PAF pickup.
Happy to hear another person finally mention the first fret marker. I'm really surprised it isn't the first thing mentioned when talking about the features of a Custom. To me, it's by far the easiest way to tell one apart.
Fixing to order a Custom with a Koa top .I remembered watching this review when you first put it out. I enjoyed it even more this time. You are having so much fun. Awesome . Keep up the great work. Thanks !
I just did😉 Hope I didn’t snipe it from you.
Definitely like this Epi over the others from the last several years. Love the headstock!
Love how wholesome you are.. waiting for my Custom in the mail, cant wait!
Great video my friend. Smiled the whole way through. Loved how you demo'd the same lick with different sounds, more guitar cats should do just that. So simple and so effectively informative. Thank you sir, have a great 2021.
Just want to drop a line here and say your videos are always a good start of my day. Plus always nicely shot video and audio too!
Great review. I've been on the fence about buying one. Placed my order today!!!
I've been a long time subscriber and just wanted to say I've noticed a big improvement in your playing. Nice job dude👍
I just bought the Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pro in Koa wood... It's an absolute beast of a guitar and through my 50 watt BOSS Katana amp I can reproduce any sound stage possible. Best money I've ever spent and I've own a American Strat, American Les Paul studios, Schecters in which the C-1 with the EMG 81 and 85 actives just absolutely slays Rock, Metal, and blues... Great video...Keep up the good work...
Hey Steve I just want to say that I love watching your videos, and the fact you're posting more reviews.
These new epiphones are insane Dude! I love the white custom . Every upgrade made is a home run ....using CTS pots is awesome, the pick ups are wonderful , esp using a tube Amp! I have a black '13 she's my baby, but I'd love to add a white custom! Great playing Dude. You showcased the guitar 🎸 well!
How come I hadn’t seen your vids in my recommend for over a year? Nice to see them again.
Great video!!
Nice to see the Epis get a lovely facelift. Sounds incredible. I own the Black Beauty 3. Big fan of the first fret marker, a must from my perspective.
glad to see youre still doing vids! been a while since I watched your channel.
Best review I've seen so far. Real talk and no fluff. Thank you. I've been looking at getting me one of these and was wondering if it would be worth the investment. Thanks for a great review of it.
I only like the gold hardware on white paint, perfect match.
Took the words right outta my mouth
It tarnishes and fades pretty easy
I have a black one on the way. Super excited. So pumped about that headstock it looks so awesome.
My son has a 2016 less Paul custom in white with the gold trim he plays the he'll out of it and it's an epiphone and has held up very well. Since he bought his a few years ago I have been wanting one for myself they are very good for no more than they cost.
That middle position sound is so nicely balanced. Sounds great.
I have a Japanese white LP Custom Elitist that I found in mint condition on Craigslist. They actually only made them in Japan and stopped production years ago so they're hard to find and are getting more expensive. I also have a Gibson and several other guitars but that Elitist just connects with me like no other guitar. I never would've purchased a white guitar, but when I saw it, I was hooked.
Wasn't ready for this intro... (love it)
Yo Steve, been watching your vids for a while, just subscribed recently, really enjoy the way you talk about your guitars and also enjoy your playing...keep on rocking bro.
Cheers from Mexico
The Master Chef, of the Sweetest Tone Sauce ever, strikes again! I want one of these, just because SFB showed me what it is capable of. Great demo!
One of my best friends had an Epiphone Les Paul Custom in Black in 04. It was beautiful and sounded great.
i love your videos keep making them bro your playing ang knowledge of the guitar is what i appreciate
So agreed on that block in Ebony fretboard. Nothing can replace that!
Hey buddy, Steve O from Florida. Thank you for the great video! 😎. Beautiful guitar, and I am going to be in the market very soon for my next one. Love a lot of what Epiphone puts out, owned several models but have yet to get a 2020.
Hi Steve - Thanks for a great video and review of this guitar! Until I watched your vid I was not convinced. I purchased the KOA top and very happy! Keep up the great Videos and live segments...
I bought one last Christmas from Sweetwater. I had it PLEKed and it is so smooth.
Just ordered this guitar your video info w all the upgrades sold em can’t wait to get it
Thanks for the demo Steve. Just bought one of these at Manchester Music Mill in N.H. You really do it justice with your great technique/ skills. Plays good compared to my 1970 Custom. Take care.
Wonder if this is the same Manchester Music I would frequent in 1991-93 during college years
@@che2335 m.m.m wasn't open yet. Joe originally started the store in Morgan storage. Now he owns a couple of buildings in Manchester NH on Elm street.
love this sound. Not to harsh or distorted. Bang on for my ears!
I just received this guitar w/ the natural wood finish as a bday/xmas gift from my brother. LOVE IT !!!!!! only got to test if for about 30 min but checking out it's potential on here.
You need a radio show bro. Great voice!
You seriously have great tone in those fingers. Killer!
I was thinking about this gutiar all day before watching or seeing this. Been playing some higher end les pauls but man this Gutiar is soooo Fantastic for the money. The Gibson would involve me selling a few Gutiars. Its crazy you posted this today and I think you sold me!
Thanks for this review Steve. I def want the ebony color. Love anything with an ebony Board
I'm loving all these extra review video Steve! Steppin' up you game man! PEDAL TO THE METAL!!! 🎸🤘🤩🤘🎸
I agree! Binding, ebony, blocks, gold, speed knobs... A Custom should have all that. I also like the new headstock so much better!!
Nice demo! I like your style - a man after my own heart!
Holy man, just put this video on in the background and had to stop what I was doing. I thought, gawd this guitar sounds great. Nice demo!!
I’m just shocked that you made a video and not just a live stream! Wish you’d do more - the guitar space misses you!
Bought mine in ‘13 new for $468. Love it still. Upgraded electronics and locking bridge. My number 2 guitar. The neck on mine is quite thick compared to my Gibson custom though which is why amongst other obvious things Gibson is still my number one! Great video thanks 👍
Thanks for sharing Steve !
That Epiphone is killer 🤘
I picked up the new Custom Silverburst! LOVE IT!!!!
5:13 The headstock really caught my attention
when I first saw the new models, so nice,
I could never warm up to the pre 2020
headstocks, they just seemed way to large.
I even like this headstock over the Gibson,
not by a big margin, but would definitely
choose this one over it.
The greatest quality and the best sounding that I have played so far from the Epiphone is the Epiphone Les Paul 1955 custom (Both P90 Pickups). I hope Epiphone will continue produce more 1955 custom guitars with the new headstock🎸🎸🎸
I love you man. You always bring me back to sanity.
Hello Steve great review! What is the amp/effects you are using for this video? Sounds fantastic!
I order one yesterday. It will be delivered tomorrow. It looks gorgeous
what song is that at 6:55?
I have a circa 2008 les Paul custom from epiphone in this exact same spec! Still have it and it’s still awesome!!
I wonder what it will be like to compare both 14 years appart
I have the CUSTOM PRO alpine...
LOVE IT!
Stays In tune ALL night long.
Love the coil taps too.
I would suggest getting the custom Pro, if you can find one
So glad they changed headstock. Only thing that ever stopped me buying one. Think the ornate one works on jazzy semi types. Cheers
My 2019 has the headstock with indents in the corners which I actually prefer. Overall, these are great guitars in terms of quality and playability. If you get one, you'll love it!
That guitar is like heaven on earth but for guitars. That gold and white together is a dream to look at.
Great tone! what are you playing this Epiphone LP Custom through. Appreciate any specifics you can share. thanks in advance.
Thanks for the review Steve!!!
Great playing as always bud! Epi REALLY stepped things up after 2020! Theyre like a new company. I love my Standard 50’s
Those black epiphone 2020 SG's are really truly stunning. Maybe it's my introduction to rock music starting with Angus, but it's way more tuned in to the aesthetics of an SG for my preferences. Especially the white binding on the neck and gold hardware. Of course guitars are entirely subjective. In fact, until you said so, I had no idea so many people were anti gold hardware! I'm thoroughly not anti. Definitely in the smaller percentile of people who dig it. Epiphone are nailing it lately! Rock on Steve! 🤘🤘
that big smile at 7.50 probably says enough. great looking and sounding guitar in my opinion
Long time lurker. thanks for doing this vid. Enjoy your vids.
Gorgeous Epiphone! Love the custom style.
Thanks Steve, your always ON IT.
Beautiful ax. I just picked up a Modern in graphite. Any thoughts on which you'd prefer? Looks-wise, I guess the Custom gets the nod. Specs-wise, they're about equal. But I'm talking about where the rubber meets the road - hours of endless playing - which would you prefer? New Subscriber, btw.
Heard that Fastway riff and since my band currently covers that song and I've been interested in this guitar anyway, I took it as a sign that I need to get it!🤘
getting this guitar in a few days CANNOT WAIT.
You sold me on this guitar. Great playing and tone. What monitors or speakers are you playing the Overloud through?
I really enjoy your channel and rundowns.
Steve...great review as always. Thanks.
I was waiting for you to say that. 😅
Ebony fretboard and no maple cap on the body are my two first thoughts on a Les Paul Custom. And the binding 😉
The switch trick reminds me of Ace Frehley.
love your style bro. just bought one today ,great guitar
Totally agree steve, but the biggest surprice to me was the open and clear sound without that bad epiphone muffeling. Or is that due to THU ?
Steve, the newer ones have the "correct" Gibson style split diamond inlay, so it looks even closer to the original now.
I've seen pictures online, and a black Epiphone SG custom with the larger diamond, so hopefully it will be something they keep, as it does look better (won't make any difference to the sound of the guitar, but hey.......😜)!!
Only just realised that these are ALL Mahogany, with no maple cap, so built like the original ones from 1954-60. That's a surprise, so sound very different from a Standard, as was originally the idea I suppose!! 😁
ive had this guitar for years now and I never really appreciated until recently (maybe it was my inability to use humbucks). but the tone on this thing rocks and it's great value for the price.
Man... love the way you play!
Makes me want to work harder.
Looks great Steve! Hoping they make an “Axcess” version. Thinner, lighter & perfect “Axcess” heel joint.
The Muse and Modern might up your alley...
They did. The Modern has the access heel.
The Matt Heafy Custom will have a high access neck heel
Dude was that Fastway Say what you will? Awesome!
I picked up one of these a couple months ago and modded the crap out of it. All plastics to white, chrome Grovers and for kicks I stuck a Floyd FRX on it. Swapped pickups to Gibson double black 496R/500T but those probuckers are legit. These are super nice out of the box Epis.
When I was a kid I had a 1975 Ibanez "Law suit " custom Les Paul it was beautiful I had to give it up when I joined the Navy
I'm gonna pick one of these up. I thought about saving up for the gibson one, but dang.
The game has changed! When u play one now , with its gorgeous ebony board , u will think it's 4g guitar 🎸. It absolutely rips and sounds like your defeating demons from Hell!
Ive had good cars cost less than 4000
I was looking up my Model last month, and you vid has been recommended since, my mouse hovered over it while I was doing something else, and played half the video in the caption box, I figured I've already used the WiFi up....
And then a little serendipity, I just got a H&K Attax 100, they sound great.
I looked at my gear when the amp settled into the floor it's five inches or so, (heavy) and thought, Budget Lifeson. (And I don't play the full Sus chords and Bar Chords like he does so it is fitting I have lesser Equipment).
Love your tone, that's my sound as well, with no delay though. Not even too much reverb. Very Dry and Punchy.
I got both the white and ebony. Had Sweetwater Plek them both. Awesome guitars!
Fantastic Review.
What amp are you using Steve?
“ Kalamazoo” headstock! & Steve, diggin’ your channel!
That tone sounds awesome!
Great guitar, epiphone has improved beyond expectations.
Epiphone guitars are incredible now, love the new headstocks.. Thumbs up!! 🤘😎👍
great review,i have the 2016,and i love the guitar,keep rocking Man!
I've been wanting one of these for a while, but the Ebony one. The only thing I don't like about the Ebony one is it also has the black pick guard. I just think the white one looks better on any black Les Paul, and it especially makes the binding pop even more on the custom.
I had gold hardware on the Epi Les Paul Ultra II I used to own. Just looked better on that particular guitar, which is one of several reasons I went with the Ultra II over the III. It depends on the color of the body for me which one I prefer.
They're very cheap for a new scratch guard.
I’ve got the Custom in black. I love it.
kinda not that easy to find...either sold out or used,ya really never know what you are getting...
@@joebloggs4754 yeah I was lucky that it just happened to be at the guitar center back in April. I tried it out and loved it from the first A chord.