Gibson Les Paul Tribute - Guitar Review - Is this an Authentic Les Paul?
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- In this weeks episode we review the 'tribute' Les Paul and ask the question is this budget Gibson the real deal? It sounded good, so next week we'll line it up alongside others in our collection and dig deeper in the biggest comparison yet. Don't miss it guitar nerds!
Time stamps:
0:00 play in & coming up
0:58 what's happening today
4:40 about the guitar
7:38 what does it weigh?
8:38 some playing starts here
9:37 bridge & tailpiece
11:08 frets fit & finish
12:52 truss rod
14:06 pickup outputs
14:30 pickup cavities
15:50 control cavities
16:49 some playing & waffle continues
18:46 unplugged sound
19:35 today's rig
22:56 this is what it sounds like
24:24 volume & tone controls
25:33 lets play something else
27:25 neck profile & measurements
27:50 so what do we think?
32:28 let's wrap it up
33:24 play out jam
Signal Chain Info:
Drive Pedals (when on): TC Spark / Boss SD1
Amp: Blackstar HT1HR & Fender 1 x 12
Mics AKG C414 & SM57
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 into Protools
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The "Tribute" doesn't mean its a tribute to the Les Paul...its a tribute to the 50s and 60s era. This is a Gibson Les Paul in every respect. I grabbed one with P90s and it sounds and plays better than 2 Standards and a Custom shop. So much so that they're going up for sale. Mine is from 2016 with the mahogany neck instead of maple. Dont let the confirmation bias fool you..go plug one in and give it a good work through. The one I got was and is one of the best sounding and playing guitars I've ever touched in 30 years of doing it.
I have sold every standard I’ve owned because the studios and now the tributes fit my playing and budget far better. In every case, my keepers were better built, less finicky, and sound better. I don’t care what anyone says, the lower ends are every bit a Gibson as anything else. Why have one really nice Gibson when you can have 3 really nice ones for the same money?
They are great. I like my Tribute more than my Standard. I bought the Tribute to be the backup to the Standard...but the Tribute has become my 1A and the Standard is my 1B. Hehe. I dig the Tribute's light weight and lack of neck binding. I just like the feeling of no neck binding. I also have 2 high end Epiphone LPs as well, and the Tribute blows both of those away too. It isn't even close. I kind of think of the Tributes as LP Specials with carved tops.
I was going to say something along these same lines. This is a great sounding guitar.
If you're a hard rocking artist... you can do a lot of damage with one of these.
This and Studio are 100% Les Pauls.
I have a Standard 60s and a Classic. But this is no less than either of those in the right hands.
I played 4 Les Pauls in the shop ranging from $975-$3500. After several visits and 48hrs to think about it, I bought the $975 Les Paul Tribute. Played better than all of the other more expensive ones combined and the fit/finish was way less “synthetic” feeling to me. Les Paul’s are weird like this though, as price doesn’t seem to have any bearing on playability whatsoever. I’m stoked I liked the cheapest option best and so is my future self when I pay the credit card bill.
@shayneswenson I know what you mean by "less synthetic". I like the feel and look of just wood with no binding or thick gloss finishes. There's something earthy and natural about the Tributes that really appeals to me.
I've had it for six months now. Got it for around $1,099.00, Tobacco Burst. I took the varnish off the neck with sandpaper, oiled it with tung oil, replaced the 490T with DiMarzio Super Distortion, put on 10-52 strings, tuned it half step down and I'm in heaven. The best guitar I've ever owned. Oh, mine weights just over 3,65kg (8lb 0.74oz).
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I've had this same exact guitar for about two months now and it has quickly became my favorite. I can't get enough of the smooth neck on this one. It's a winner for me!
Did you oil the fretboard? It looks dry
@@biohazard8295no. Just let tje oil from your hand oil it.
I have several LPs including 70s vintage and the Tributes are the best. They are all about tone and playability, not about looks.
@@jhkuno88 you probably play through a line 6 spider, so all your guitars sound like $150 guitars
I love the look of my 2017 Gold Top in Satin finish, will never sell it
@@xsweed-jm2tnDo you really think a Les Paul Standard sounds so much better than aLes Paul Tribute on a good Marshall or Orange amp?
I'd bet reasonable $ you couldn't tell the difference in a blindfold test.
@@5589daniel Hi mate, I have the same one but 2016. Love of my life. As I leave it on the wall and receive sun for a few minutes each day, the satin finish paint has already started to show some micro cracks, which makes it even more beautiful because it resembles the aging of the old 1950 gold top.
Another cool review! I actually like the simpler satin finish - + no binding - etc on this one. Looking forward to next week's shootout.
I like Studios also.
Honestly wish it had neck binding at least to make it look a little more fancy. Awesome really, either way.
@@logannosleep5 Binding at minimum does protect your fret board edges a bit.
Just found this channel. That is the type of review I was looking for. Highly detailed with a ton of experience and great tone analysis. This is the real deal. Great work Colin !!!
Cheers man glad you found us! 😎👍
This was a really excellent review and I can't wait to see the comparisons video - especially hearing the differences. Cheers
Like I said before, I stepped away from playing for over 10 years. Had sold or hocked all my gear. The Gibby Tribute satin cherryburst was my first re-entry back into it. I really love mine. I am saving for a Standard or even R8 custom shop sometime next year. But in the meantime, with good Ernie Ball 9's, a great setup, a modeling amp, and a few pedals, i'm having the time of my life with the Tribute. At 52, the guitar life is great! Your channels videos are a HUGE contributor to my experience. God bless you dear brother "accross the pond." ☺👍
I shopped for a Les Paul for 2+years and it came down to the cherry burst tribute or a custom shop Les Paul custom like Jerry Cantrell and I wanted the custom shop but it wasn't $2,400+better if you know what I mean.
But saying that I say good luck on your Les Paul hunt .
@@auntjenifer7774 Aunt Jenifer, you are the coolest! I got mega-respect for you my friend. God bless you and yours, and...happy picking!☺💜🙏👍
no tellin
I did the same thing, didn't pick up a guitar in at least 10 years, probably 12.I had issues with my Gibson and had it rewired and a few other things done to make it right again. Enjoy your playing. I'm still working on getting my fingers to do what they used to. Getting there though.
I picked one up in the shop the other day. Played really well, 490R and T pickups are ubiquitous, differences seem to be aesthetic and I prefer the stripped down look and feel. If I were getting a Les Paul this is the one I'd get.
Lord Colin nice playing as always. I really like how you do your videos and the evaluation of the guitars. You are one of my favorites to watch.
Cheers Steven, and you are one of my favourite viewers! 😆👍
Absolutely love your guitar reviews Colin .
So layed back and honest ..
great vibe .. keep it up 🎸👍🏻
Thanks for supporting!! 🙏😎
Great review. I have a 2018 Tribute - which came without weight relief and 490R/498T from Gibson. Absolutely love it.
Wow this review and the review of the studio helped me so much. Went with the tribute but I’m thinking about going for the studio next time, the tribute is a great guitar!
I'm a Sheetmetal worker. 33 years. Broke my back in the summer of 2000.The weight relief is a "relief" for my back after standing and playing for several hours. Guitar plays very well. I couldn't be more happy with my Les Paul Tribute.
As always, love these videos!
Keep ‘em coming!!!
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I love your very full and thorough reviews. You show exactly what you are spending your money on ....for the product shown. I really like the comparisons you do. Also, you are telling it like it is....in a very laidback way and atmosphere. Keep up the great work!!!
Cheers Ron that’s appreciated 😎👍
Agreed!
Absolutely love my 2017 Les Paul Tribute Gold Top satin finish. Absolutely a great guitar that’s usually over looked & under appreciated. Installed a set of Monty's PAF w/ 50’s style Jimmy Page wiring harness & Kluson locking tuners along with a proper setup, perfect in my hands & to my ears.
I’ve had this exact guitar for 3 weeks and have been playin it nonstop. It plays and sounds just as good as my custom shop 335. I’m not a huge fan of the 490 pickups and will be swapping them for pearly gates, but this thing is well worth the money.
I LOVE your reviews.Honest,thorough and to the point.
Cheers Ed! 😎👍
@@theguitaristas Best guitar/advice reviews on CZcams
seeing this video pop up made me smile! i love your videos and I'm glad you're doing this one! keep up the good work
Thanks Sam that's appreciated! 😎👍
I went into my local guitar store looking at new guitars to possibly get, and I think I ended up playing this guitar for almost an hour. The employee in the store told me that I had to stop playing because I was using it for so long. Safe to say I am gonna trade up for the Les Paul Tribute, what an incredible guitar and a very unexpected guitar as well.
Not a great salesman then, I'd of sold it to you there and then rather than told you to stop playing, talk about major buying signals, what a DUMBASS!! Maybe not on commmission ...hmmmm
The Tribute is a great guitar. It's a bit lighter than a standard, it has a maple neck which is a bit stronger than mahogany, the neck is satin and feels really nice. It has all the bones of a great Les Paul at a much lower price. I love mine!
You didn't hear a difference in tone of the tribute versus non tribute Les Paul's? I did. Tribute does sound good, but different than a regular Paul. To me, the Tribute sounded less Gibsony, more of a Fender/Gibson hybrid tone.
@@80shairmetalband I mean, yeah if you just plug two guitars into an amp with nothing else with the same eq there will be a difference but once you eq, and add effects you can make any decent quality guitar sound like anything you want so sound quality of a guitar is a non issue for the most part. This is just my opinion.
@@neverenoughguitars8276 All that matters is you like your guitar.
Yes but I played and got the Epi 59 oh how nice it plays and sound. The sustain is all over the fret board like a true Les Paul. I also found the neck nicer than the tribute thanks for your knowledge.
I prefer the satin neck in the Tribute vs the Epiphones... the Epi feel like plastic because of the urethane finish and imitation mahogany. I much prefer the raw feel of wood these have.
That was a great video. Looking forward to next week.
Cheers Matt! 😎👍
Thank you for your unbiased comprehensive reviews. Your channel is both entertaining and truly a service to consumers. Thank you again.
Personally I don't care much about binding, I just wish they could make the 50s Tribute with P90s again.
I feel the same way about the binding. I find it better to play without it.
This! Yes this!!!
@@planzed463 😒 with out binding. go to reverb if want one of those.
Idk guys it’s definitely more than playable without binding but having it is noticeably nicer and that’s what I’m looking for if I’m spending Gibson money
@@gothops154 "I'd rather own one that looks better even if it doesn't play as good" ok.
Another great review. The neck being maple may affect the weight and sound as well. I think some years in the 70's Les Pauls had maple necks. Nice guitars, I had an early Tribute . I sold it because I liked my MIJ Epiphone better.
1975-ish to 1982-ish Lesters had 3-piece maple necks. Completely understandable about your Japanese Epi, especially the Fuji Gen, non-export specimens.
I've only just found your channel. I love it. Full and thorough revues are my thing and you scratch my itch. Subscribed.
Cheers Chris, glad you found us man thanks for the sub and support it’s appreciated! 😎👍👍
You made my day with the mounting play... I've rewatched 2:05 a dozen times. Genius!
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Great, honest video, as always from this channel. I bought this exact guitar a year ago and have never looked back! I had to make that call between the beautiful new Epiphone and this baby, but ultimately having the US made Gibson felt better to me, spiritually if not sonically 😆 I do imagine pound for pound the Epiphone is a better value but I think the Gibson tone does have a touch more character and bite but maybe Im just hearing what I want to hear. The tone he's getting here is very true to the guitar's live tone, more so than other videos Ive found online.
All that aside, I love this freaking guitar, tribute or not, it's the nicest guitar I own right now (my next in line being an American Standard strat). Im not a tech guy like our friend here but the feel of the guitar is pure quality, it just has a certain smoothness and playability that is harder to find in the cheaper guitars generally. One small downside, the finish is so light that this small metal divet on my pants not only scratched the side but made a little carving because of the angle I was sitting. This was from very light playing and simply wouldnt happen with a thicker finish.
Cheers Mathew, thanks for the kind words and support it's appreciated! 👍 Although I'm playing devils advocate a little here you can tell I enjoyed playing this guitar a lot and I can totally see why you love yours. I know what you mean about the soft finish btw as I dropped the screwdriver when fixing the control cavities back and now have two small indentations on the back! 🤷♂️😆
Very glad to hear you like your axe, as they say! I had a 2013 Gold Top Tribute, which I have sold dirt cheap, because it had dead spots on the neck and I hated the controls (both volume and tone dropped very quickly below 7, because of the nature of the electronics). That was a very, very stupid decision, indeed, since I could've easily swapped out the electronics and leveled the frets. Anyways, you can either refinish your guitar and make it "tougher", or, in my humble opinion, embrace the blemishes, as it shows the guitar being loved! I actually hate the fact that my Squier Telecaster Classic Vibe has a very thick gloss finish and it looks brand new after all these years, even though it's been through a LOT. It's a matter of taste, I guess, but I love guitars that show wear and tear, it personifies them and you just fall in love with them more. And the Tribute already looks plain and simple in the best sense, so it would kind of fit the character of the instrument. Just my two cents, cheers!
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I'm going through agonizing torment right now over the same thing you mentioned (entry level Gibson versus high end Epi).
I actually own a spritual ancestor of this guitar, a Gibson Sonex-180 which was the early 80's entry level Gibson. I'm probably going to pop for the Tribute, but thereafter it's gonna be high end Epiphone Les Pauls for me, cuz I just LOVE the looks and specs on those things!
@@MotownGuitarJoe I'm in the same boat haha. Epiphone Les Paul Custom Jerry Cantrell Wino I played at Guitar Center new for $850 or a $900 used Gibson Les Paul 60's Tribute. As much as the Wino looks and plays amazing there's something about the Tribute that just called out to me. It played fantastically. Was set up well. Low action with no buzz. The heck was nice and fast but still kind of thick. I loved it. Pickups just sang. I still can't make up my mind. I'm going back this weekend and hopefully I'll make a solid decision lol
What did you end up getting?
I’ve always liked the less flashy options in Gibsons line up. I’d be just as happy with an Epiphone though.
Great review as always really enjoy your channel👍
I was just playing Learning to Fly before I watched this video.
Another great video, thank you! I like how it’s like talking to a friend about guitars. Honest and informative.
Cheers John thanks for the kind words and support 🙏 I only just started messing with that excellent song and it deserves more so will be making a comeback soon! 😎👍
Bought one recently (Tobacco burst), as a back up for a Early 2000's LP Gothic (basically a supped up 'Studio). Honestly, these are just so much more playable. The neck just feels silky and a perfect width, the pickup's roll off nicely from raucous, to edge of break up, to clean. The big selling point is the weight, these are much more sensible. The tribute is just over 8lb, while the Gothic must be over 9lb.
Got a tobacco burst tribute too and I can’t agree with you more. It’s an amazing guitar and it’s so so beautiful too
Glad to hear some Stooges! This guitar is intriguing. The weight is definitely a selling point. Some of those LPs can be back breakers! However, the Studios are not much heavier. But there's a significant price difference.
Awesome man thanks! Can't wait for the next one 👊
Great review! Thanks!
Another nice video - I have 2 Tributes; the same Honeyburst one and a Tobacco burst with P90s. I gig them both and I don't get paranoid about losing one/dinging/scratching it as I might with some of my other guitars. They are great tools rather than something you'd hang on the wall. The big difference between this model and a 'higher spec' Epiphone is that the Gibson is going to retain a much larger proportion of its value. Best wishes
Yes, you make good sense, and the long-standing Gibson heritage does make them good investments. I wish I would have kept my 60's models, but I was too young and foolish back in those days, lol. One of my favorite axes for gigs, continues to be my inexpensive 2004 Melody Maker with TOM bridge and dog ear P-90. NOT great on looks, but it's easy to tote, stays in good tune with the narrow headstock, plays and sounds just great, and has got me some nice compliments over the years!
The nitro finish is worth mentioning over the Epiphone. It's thinner, but it'll do all the relicing and ageing thing people like so much
Wonderful review, as always! And I have to say that I was really digging your playing and riffing this week. It’s always good, but I especially enjoyed your riff/song choices this week.
As for the guitar, you hit the nail on the head right at the end of the video; all the differences between all these Les Paul’s is all subjective-get what fits and sounds best to you! As for me, I’d personally go for the Epiphone 59 over the Gibson Tribute; better pickups, hardware, and a case. It seems like way more bang for the buck. But then again, of course I’d say that-I’m an Epiphone fan boy! LOL Thanks again for your videos, they’re a bright spot in my week. CHEERS!
Cheers man, your support always appreciated!! I often think that it's actually the guitar that is playing me and it did a fairly decent job of it this week which is a good indicator of how I liked it! 😆👍
I really enjoyed reading your comments. You're making me want the Epiphone 59'. God bless you dear brother.😁👍
Just noticed you weighted the bridge. This is just awesome. ! I love how you described the effect of weight on tone.
Very objective and enlightening. I'm Brazilian and I bought this guitar here in Brazil at a very high cost. Thank you for sharing your experience! And, you play guitar very well, I'm already your fan! Congratulations!!!
Hey Pierri, good to hear from you man and thanks for supporting the channel! 😎👍
Had an “Oooooh, I own this guitar!” Moment. Wonderful video. Same finish and everything.
I don’t know what the deal is with their fretboard treatment at the factory, but mine was very dry, too. Same with my Emily Wolfe Sheraton when I got it.
When I bought this guitar, I’d actually gone into the shop with the intention of buying an Epi Les Paul instead. I just tried the tribute on a whim, and wound up buying it. There was a sort of Angus Young-ish warm growl to its sound that appealed to me, but the aesthetic and the feel were big in why I chose it. It almost looks like a tree grew into a Les Paul shape, if that makes sense, and the maple neck wasn’t sticky finishwise.
The quarter inch of solid maple cap along the edge is all the binding I need. And it sounds a hell of a lot more like a Custom than the "Classic" with those nasty zebra pickups. Mine plays like a dream, and much better than the Studio model I used to own.
I work at Gibsons Acoustic facility in Bozeman, Montana and see some beautiful acoustic guitars 😍 Personally though, I am more into the electric line, was going to get a Gibson SG but really considering this guitar instead 😀
Love your videos. No nonsense and right to the point.
best reviews on youtube hands down!!!! thank you for your content
They look like good fun, especially for a kid who's stepping up to their first serious guitar but, in all honesty, I'd rather get a 2nd hand LP Standard for virtually the same money. I got a 2011 Honeyburst Standard for £1100 not that long ago and despite a few knocks and bumps, it's flawless. People obsess about condition but unlike some I actually play my guitars and couldn't give a toss about scratches or buckle rash.
Cheers Chris, I agree with that sentiment but think Standard's have crept up a bit now and you may be lucky to see one South of £1600 so you scored there at £1100! 😆👍
I do completely agree with you for the most part. But at $1,300 new, my Les Paul Tribute ain't no kiddie guitar. I'll take a Tribute over ANY Epiphone, any day! But I like your comments because i'm saving up for a Standard or Custom Shop R8 sometime next year(2023). If we're all still here and alive next year. God bless you brother.☺👍
Completely agree , 2nd hand is always better imo and there are still massive bargains about 👍
I got a tribute recently secondhand for £700 and it’s amazing. I’ve had plenty of epiphones and this feels and plays nicer. Sound is great. I’m not big on all the binding and gloss finish on a standard so I chose this path.
@@paulbateman81 which Epiphones ? Compare that to the inspired by Gibson Epi and you'll change your mind...
A Gibson LP Tribute was my first Gibson and it put all the Epiphones I have owned and played to shame on terms of tone and feel right out the box. What surprised me the most was the clarity and brightness of the tone, even from the neck pickup. Now I still love Epiphones, but to me the quality of the materials justified the Tribute’s price above the Epiphones.
Also, um it's a gibson not an epiphone so out if the gate there's a quality difference. I'd rather spend money on a used one then to EVER give gibson my $$ for a new one.
Epiphones of the past were such shame!!
Also forgot to add - Great channel. I love your reviews!!!
I have the tribute with p90s and the 50s Epiphone , being left handed it was difficult to get a tribute with humbuckers however the playability feel and tones of the Gibson are in my personal opinion far superior, hence the epiphone is collecting a little layer of dust 😅
Thanks for that, Paul! As a lefty myself. I’m mulling buying this one also
@@quiksilver78 the version I have with the p90s is a great sounding and the playability is perfect . Mine is a 2012
Gibson P90's are second to none.
Same here dude.. I am lefthanded and recently bought a tribute. Mine has humbuckers. It absolutely blows my Epiphone out of the water. My Epiphone is a Standard Plus Top. Everything about the Tribute is much better. The sound, the feel, ..everything. I use my Epiphone for alternate tunings now...and use the Tribute for Standard tuning, which I play in about 90% of the time.
@@michaelr.4878 it's funny how non-Gibson owners will tell you how much better their Epi's are.
Ba humbug. I love tributes. Everything you need and nothing you don't. I have standards, classics, etc.. and i must say the tribute is my favorite. Light weight, great tone, beefy neck, not slathered in sticky lacquer and a fair price. It is a les paul and a damn good one.
Sounds like you would advise it as a first Gibson? ;)
I am considering buying a tribute as my first Gibson. I mainly play 80s hard rock/metal.
I went to my local shop to buy an epiphone, and I fell in love with the satin finish feel. The volume and tone adjustments were also not as linear on an epiphone lp standard.
"We listen with our eyes" and that is a very aesthetically pleasing guitar. Your playing, as always, is melodic and deserving of wings.
Thanks man that is very much appreciated! 🙏☺️
You get a lot more for £250 less with the Epi 59 including better pickups a mahogany neck, a case, binding and even little touches like the thumb bleeders and proper mother of pearl inlays on the headstock. You could pick up a secondhand Tribute for the same price of a new Epi 59 mind but Id still rather have the Epi. Look forward to your views and review next week to see if you think the same.
Plus you get to support the Chinese Communist Party!
@@todd1547 The good ole USA aint that great either.
Your playing was on point this week, Colin! Sounding great! A little Joe Walsh, a little Sex Pistols, a little Stooges. Great! And oh yeah, cool guitar!
Cheers man that's appreciated! 😎👍
Can't wait for the comparison film coming!
I LOVE the look of that Guitar. Another great video!
I love the look of the tributes. I know they're a stripped down version of the LP, but they still look gorgeous and play like a dream.
Grats on the newest addition to the collection, and thanks for the review.
Cheers man, nice guitar this I really enjoyed playing this week! 😎👍
I like this thing. It's a little slimmer and a good bit lighter than a les paul standard, which is great. It sounds great too. And it's less than half the price, and what do you get when you buy the full price one? Binding and a fancier paint job, basically. No thanks.
Don’t forget back pain!
Great review as always. I got a little worried when the normal start time of 7am came and went. Darn daylight savings. THANK YOU!
aha daylight saving!... that will be us on 27th March moving an hour forward so will we be in sync again?? 🤔
I've got the same model les paul tribute. I played several les Paul's at the store and for me the tribute was exactly the feel and sound was looking for. I enjoy it very much.
Nice one Jamie, it's a great guitar and I hope it comes across how much I enjoyed playing it! 😎👍
Wonderful video as always. I actually bought this guitar a couple of weeks ago. I decided to go with Gibson over Epiphone for several reasons; neck felt better in my hands, better build quality, love the plain look, and most importantly its made in the US rather than China. As hard as it is to do, I avoid sending my money to a country that uses slave labor, ignores patients, and has countless human rights violations. Sure an Epiphone might be a better bang for the buck, but at what cost? I know I'm splitting hairs given Epiphone is own by Gibson, but made in China still makes a difference to me.
Brother, understand and totally with you.
Made in the USA is definitely better... but come on, it's not like the USA doesn't have countless human rights violations too.
@@liamconlon4375 Not one slave labor camp in the US right now, there is in China. ZERO genocides of an entire people in US< there is in CHina. Please.
@@justmehere6094 Mass incarceration in US isn't very different from China's internment camps... plus are you really going to argue that the US government hasn't committed genocide? Really?
I'm not saying China is the good guy or anything. Just that China's human rights abuses probably shouldn't factor in to a guitar purchasing decision when the other option is the USA!
@@liamconlon4375 Name any current Genocide, the US is doing. Any. Name any in the last 100 years. Would you please CCP apologist, please
Went to the store, tried one, it was like a cheap slab of wood. Epiphone standard felt like a premium guitar for this one.
Found used Les Paul Classic 2018 for same money instead.
I tried one a couple weeks ago also , as I'm looking for a replacement for my lost epi LP , which was a great little guitar for me ... I was so disappointed, for 1200 bucks it felt so cheap and soulless, the frets were rough and needed a big set up to make it playable. ..I'll pass thanks , there's a good used LP out there I'm sure
@@dadnelson4008 i share your thoughts 🙂👍🏼
😮 That's odd. My dad and I both got a tribute Les paul, his 2017 with mahogany neck and mine 2020 with maple neck and both are just killer guitars. His has way bigger frets than mine but his has skinny neck. There's dogs in every batch.
Excellent review!
Another great show brother! You Rock!
Thanks James! 😎👍
Brilliant video mate
Thanks that's appreciated! 😎👍
Great material. I visited my local store today to get some cables and I couldn't resist taking a look at some LPs. Those Tributes caught my eye. I didn't have time to play but I very much liked the feel of the thicker neck. I got an Epiphone LP Limited Edition from 1996 in translucent red and it has a thinner neck for sure. I'll have to play this Tribute LP and I think I might get it. It feels extremely nice. This satin finish has a vintage vibe to it. I really love it.
Really enjoy your tear down/reviews-Excellent playing as well. I just sold my Tribute, picked up a Epi-Slash that I love. I felt the PCB on the Tribute did (negatively) impact the tone. Thanks again, Cheers from sunny Arizona….
I like the color of the tributes. Gives it a raw, earthy, no frills take me as I come look. I can dig it.
Just found your channel. I’m getting one of these today. Thanks for the video.
Cheers Adam, let us know how it goes! 😎👍
This is one of the most beautiful Gibson Les Pauls I've seen, great review!!
I have one. Love it. I like the figuring in the woods. It comes with the selector witch plate but you need to remove some of the washers on the inside of the toggle cavity.
I really like this video! Awesome as always!
I picked one of these up recently & was surprised as to how good it sounds! I’m going to split the coil job and give it a 50’s wiring & new pots. I’m pretty confident that it’ll take it to the next level & make it a tone monster.
another sweet guitar brother!
absolutely love your films mate!
Cheers man! 😁👍
I purchased two tributes in 2016.A Gold Top and a Honeyburst.Both have mahogany necks.They both have the thumb prick rings under the volume/tone controls.I love the satin finish and I don’t need plastic binding on the neck and body.Binding doesn’t do anything for the sound.I love the tone,running them through a Valvetrain amp w/ two tens.
Great review.
Always look forward to the new videos each week. Love your presentations. Makes me want to buy whatever guitar is on the video which is good and bad at the same time!
Cheers Mikey that's appreciated! 😆👍
Love your playing, lots of soul and feeling, rather than a shredding noisy source of music. Have been saving for one of these during the last 2 years.❤
Cheers Nuno! 😁🙏 worth saving for!! 👍
@@theguitaristas Greetings from Lisbon ! 😁👍
I have the 2017 model of this guitar and I absolutely love it. It has a very sweet Dickey Betts sound to my ears. It's flawless as well. Looking forward to next week. Should be great.
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I got a 2018 gold top. I’ll admit it, the look grew on me day by day. Now in 2023, it’s my favorite Gibson and It will be th3 last guitar in my collection to be sold.
I was planning on top wrapping mine as well for the same reason, so glad to see it got the strings off the bridge on yours because I was 50/50 that it would.
Keeping an eye out for the next vid!
My gold top tribute has become my #1 guitar..love everything about it!!
@The Guitaristas - In regard to @15:04 - In the neck cavity is normally the code for the painting and finish. In the bridge cavity it's normally model code sometimes combined with neck profile etc. So the FH is Faded Honeyburst.
Very informative review and critique with attention to detail that demonstrates your depth of knowledge from apparent years of experience and expertise! It was my pleasure to meet you here today. I have subscribed and will be waiting for your next review.
Hey Dr J thanks for the kind words and support it’s very much appreciated! 🙏😊 Glad you found us man!
@@theguitaristas My pleasure. --My friend just bought that Tribute LP, so I was curious about your review. I am a guitar player and guitar-affectionado geek since my teens (decades ago, lol), and I played in many bands, small groups, done solo performances, and have owned and currently own a number of Gibsons and others. I grew-up near the Kalamazoo Gibson guitar factory, and love their guitars. But other than routine set-ups and basic adjustments, my primary love is just playing and enjoying the splendor of the beautiful figured woods, especially the Class 5 LPs. So I am sure I can learn a lot from you.
Cheers man, just make sure you fact check me with a second opinion and you'll be good! 🤣👍
and... "The Man can Play" ! Terrific demo and inspection of this 'Beauty' guitar... Thanks muchly...
Cheers that's appreciated! 😁🙏
Great review as usual...i had one for about a year, mine actually had a fair amount of birds eye maple on the top. I couldn't find a seam on the back either. Pretty nice guitar, I prefer the brown back compared to the red on the standard. Thanks!
Thanks for an, as always, entertaining and factual review. I have a Gibson Les Paul Tribute, Honey burst, for a year. I think the look (as the sound and playability)is amazing. A wonderful guitar, with a fantastic neck. My first Gibson and I will never let it go! Lots of bang for the buck
Love your videos! Thanks so much.
Thanks Margaret that's appreciated! 😎👍
Always wondered how the tribute stood up to good quality copies. Like the colour of the tribute. The no binding & plain look somehow appeals to me. Looking forward to hearing the comparison. David 👍
Have the exact Tribute, love it.
Mint review, I loved the look and sound of the guitar
Cheers Malcom! 😎👍
Another great review! Was searching the channel for a video on this guitar just the other day so it was funny seeing it pop up a day or so later. I have been close to pulling the trigger on one of these multiple times over the years but there's always something that stops me from getting one. In the early models it was the dot inlays, now it's the lack of binding as well as the maple neck. The comparison video will be very interesting.
Cheers Erik, its a very cool guitar for sure... hoping I can define the real world differences next week! 😎👍
Beautiful guitar, finally Gibson making a guitar I'd probably buy (maybe in a different color) considering some of the QC issues they've had recently. And something you wouldn't be afraid of modding or playing due to cost.
My best playing Les Paul is a wildwood select standard. I just bought a tribute and although I'm not 100% onboard with 490 set, it plays just as good as the standard. Also I kinda like the no nonsense matte finish. It feels and plays better than some glossy poly finishes to me.
Good sounding guitar! Thanks for review:)
My pleasure! 👍👍
Great playing, man. Great content. Subbed.
Cheers man, thanks for the sub and support! 😎👍
Excellent video Colin 😎👍
Bit on the fence here, although I don't mind the look. Guess next week we'll be able to hear how this sounds comparatively. Looking forward to it...
Cheers. 😁
Cheers man! 😎👍
I just got a black Tribute Special P-90, same you did a while ago, and I love it! I am sure these are great to.
Nice one! 😎👍
Excellent. Thank you, sir.
own the 2017 I bought new and I still love it. will be getting a standard soon though.
I finally figured out where I've seen you before... your " Steve Jones"!!! 😎 great vid sir. Looking forward to more.👍
Cheers man 😆👍.... we 🖤 Jonesy!! 🙌