8 Awesome Facts, That You (Probably) Didn't Know, About Epiphone Guitars!
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
- Think you know your Epiphone guitars? Dagan talks us through 8 awesome facts about Epiphone that you (probably) didn't know discussing their rich history and incredible back story.
0:00 8 Awesome facts about Epiphone guitars intro
1:47 #1 Epiphone Originally had NOTHING to do with Gibson!
2:22 #2 Oldest guitar company!
3:07 #3 The origin of the name Epiphone
3:19 #4 First started producing guitars in...
3:56 #5 Epiphone factory only makes Epiphone!
5:11 #6 Les Paul & Epiphone
6:02 #7 Resale value!
6:50 #8 Play authentic?
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If you've always wondered whether Epiphone guitars are worth the money, whether the resale value is good enough or why so many artists choose and respect the Epiphone brand, this is the video for you.
In this quick history of Epiphone guitars, we learn about how Epiphone started, how they originally had nothing to do with Gibson and how if you want to play authentic on a budget - Epiphone is the way.
If you're unsure about Epiphone, or you've never heard of the Epiphone brand, this video will give you an insight into this world-renowned, widely respected guitar and bass brand.
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Epiphone and Squire killed it this year.
Yep. I got back into Electric guitar this year after having to sell my Lucille years ago for financial reasons. First bought a Squire Mustang with 2 humbuckers... love it. And for Christmas this year, I was gifted an Epiphone SG Worn Classic with P90s. It's probably my favorite guitar I've ever played. One of the best feeling ones for sure. Both did so well.
@@CalebHoss37804 I bought a Squire paranormal offset-telecaster. Cheap guitar of the year. I replaced the pickups and tuners, got a pro set-up here in Hollywood. It’s an incredible guitar!
@@CalebHoss37804 I got that Squier Mustang too - it's SIGNIFICANTLY better than the original 1966 Mustang that I owned years ago... This new one stays in tune!
John Lennon played an Epiphone Casino. You can't knock that.
That guitar was one of the Kalamazoo America made 60's Epiphone's which are on a par with US made Gibson's from that era.
SRV played on too.
Also George Harrison and Paul McCartney
@Grass Man Yeah but the difference is they were all American Kalamazoo made Epiphones which are a difference class!
Dominique Ruiz ( short pop up videos) just played one covering Chuck Berry. Watch her!
“Bless his cotton socks” is one of the most delightfully, endearingly silly UK-ish things I think I’ve ever heard 😂❤️
The Beatles also had something to do with Casino & Texan prices. Others are cheaper I believe but are rising fast,
But Epiphone is amazing I love all mine.
As someone who is 50 it's like you said - even though it was pretty lame I loved my cheap Fender-style Yamaha I had in the 80s but wow how things have changed at the affordable entry level of things. It's amazing what you can get nowadays and great to see Epiphone improving even more this year.
That Yamaha was a bargain. I have a Yamaha SBG200 and it is a super value, holding its own for nearly 4 decades - still plays great and looks better than I can play. I bet your (Pacifica ?) does too. JT
IF any of you can still find the 1960 Les Paul Tribute Plus grab one.I got mine in 2015 it comes with Gibson wiring,pots, toggle switch and Classic /57 pickups and hardshell case and plays like a dream.She's a beaut in "Black Cherry!
I’ve had 5 epiphone electrics. A 2010 LP studio deluxe, 2012 LP junior, 2014 LP standard, 2017 LP studio deluxe and a 2020 inspired by Gibson LP studio. Epiphone stepped it up in 2014 but in 2020 they knocked it out of the park! Huge bang for the buck!
Epiphone is killing it this year.
I picked up an Epiphone Les Paul Special I w/P90s a couple of months ago from MF. Incredible value at $150 for the faded TV yellow. And the P90s absolutely rock! I pulled it apart to shield the cavities and it quieted all the noise. So happy I made that purchase. All three colors are currently back ordered. Do yourself a favor and get one.
I'm Greek and i can say that you pronounce the names pretty good 😂
Years ago I had an Epiphone Sheraton. What a guitar that was.
I am quite breathless after that. How can he speak at such a speed! I suppose to get that amount of information over in the time allowed!
If I ever have to look for info on guitars I look to u guys. Good Job guys
I have a 1993 Korean-made Epiphone SG (G 400) and I love it. I don't know how the stock pickups are tho, I put in a SD Invader in the bridge and a Bill Lawrence L500R in the neck.
I also own one of the limited edition Ex 1984s with EMGs and that's an amazing guitar as well.
Thanks for the informative persuasion. Cheers.
I got my white SG standard a few months ago and i don’t regret a thing
Man your channel is so great,. Thank you
I have an epiphone sg g400 pro and the new epiphone les paul standard 60's and they both play great
you missed the biggest one of all gibson bought epiphone cause les paul told them too he was gonna go with epiphone if gibson didnt buy epiphone
Always wondered about Epiphone great video !
Just playing on my EPIPHONE SG STANDARD.... That i bought like few months ago, never regret this thing... But thank you for facts Dagan! xD
Did it also plagued by that headstock dive just like it's sister. Myself never a fan of Gibsons. But one day I saw an Epiphone Emily SG. Damn! It was beautiful.
@@fajaradi1223 I got an E Sg as well yeah the neck dive might be annoying to some but you get used to it. It’s one of my most played guitars out of my schecter and Ibanez 550genesis.
Any greek out here? I laughed so hard with your pronunciation of anastasios😂
I am Greek and you said the name very good! Great video!
From what I've recently heard. Les made the log and variations of it in the Epiphone factory in the early 40s, and then pitched it to Gibson who didn't want it, then he moved out to California and apparently lived next door to Leo Fender where they talked for hours quite often. Leo wanted Les to make a variation of his guitar, but Les told him that even though he didn't love Gibson that he already told them that he would collaborate with them. So Leo came out with the Esquire since he already made lap steel guitars. So, the Les Paul is the first solid body electric guitar.
I bought one of the last Epiphone Elitist Les Paul guitars made a number of years ago. It's a real keeper!
A couple of corrections. Orphie and Frixo were not Epi's sons, but his younger brothers. They also didn't get along and so with Epi being the real driving force of the company, when he passed, eventually the company started going downhill and then Orphie sold it off to Gibson. It was in 1940, not the 50's, when Les Paul built his log in the Epiphone factory. Epi gave Les the keys to the factory when it was closed on the weekends so he would have free reign to work, and that was the beginning. BTW, Ted McCarty basically took the idea from the log when he made the ES-335. So in reality, it is not the first semi-hollow, the log is. It is the first as a thinline though.
My only complaint is the weird veneer top. Looks weird. The edges need the figuring too. But my Epi 339 is excellent.
Just got a 2020 Epi Les Paul Standard 50's in Heritage Cherry Burst. I love it!!!
I used to think they were just cheap copies that probably weren't very good, maybe some were, but the new 2020 range of inspired by gibson are good guitars and amazing for the money. The reviews speak for themselves. I have bought two just based on reviews and wouldn't be surprised if end up getting more because they are great.
Epiphone's absolute rock , the Firebird is to die for , The ES 335 is Top Shelf !
You bring up good points as far as authenticity and quality is concerned..There is a video on youtube about their Chinese plant.. It seems like the Epiphone factory is pretty much as good as it gets in terms of equipment and QC...
I have, Studio, 2 Standards, Modern LP's. Sheraton Pro 2, Casino Coupe, love em all especially the Sheraton.
Absolutely love epiphone! Great quality, I’ve got les Paul classic, casino, and sg400. Can’t wait to get my hands on the ltd edition 59 les Paul with Gibson burst bucker pick ups. ❤️
You got to love Dagen! I wish I had one quarter of his energy lol
I just dig the way your enthusiasm keeps you high. You’d be fun to drink coffee and jam with! I have way too many guitars but you talked me into a prophecy! When are they going to make amps again? I have a Valve Jr
MCR used Epiphone LP's at the start. I play bass but when I do mess on guitar its either my MIC 2016 LP Trad Pro II or Korean 2006 SG Gothic
Do the 2020now keep in tune or did they still not pop the headstock back?
Thanks for them facts! Will use them soo to be playing electric or acoustic guitar! Can't eait
I owned an Epiphone SG Pro for 6 years and coincidentally pronounced it correctly. My mom and sister were watching me play one day last year and asked me what kind of guitar I had and I said “I think it’s an Epiphone SG Pro” and my sister was like, “Are you sure it’s not epiphany?” And at first I thought she was definitely correct and felt so ashamed of myself that my sister who didn’t even play knew more about guitars than I did after 6 years. Was super happy to find out I was coincidentally saying it correct the entire time =)
I bought a Plus Top Pro (2016). The finish and QC are superb, not a rough edge or blemish ANYWHERE.
My guitar teacher (who owns a Gibson Custom shop) was stunned when I told him it was only $AUD750
It plays and sounds (as) beautiful (as my shitty playing).
I want to be buried with it, Pagan Warlord style.
Epis Rock!
I bought an epiphone in the summer as a beginner and just love it, wish I could play it to do it justice 🤣
Same here lol!
I have a Sheridan II I love it. Has great sound and plays wonderfully. No o e ever does a is so on this guitar.
The Epiphone Matt Heafy Les Paul Customs are something special. His new models coming out next year are something to look forward to
That new guitar is going to be next level
What model sg are you playing. The only ones I can find with the vibrola tremelo all have worn finish?
Epiphone SG Standard '61 Maestro Vibr.
Just got the Epiphone SG Maestro Vibrola he was playing
Is it any good? I’m asking my parent for one for Xmas, any pros and cons?
@@danhorsfallmusic7411 the finish is kinda bad in my opinion. But apart from that there isn't anything bad about it. I went for the white sg std myself. But your call
Does your EVH thumbnail know you're playing around?
@@groverjuicy busted!
@@danhorsfallmusic7411 I have about half of their entire catalog. I’ve been collecting them for years and have about 25-30. I’d buy a Sheriton II PRO if I was just starting to get serious. It will TRULY do Anything
Love my 2020 Epiphone Les Paul pro top plus!
Nancy Wilson from Heart plays an Epi Les Paul. No shame in Epii's, they are really awesome. I own several and they are extremely high quality intstruments.
I have a '97 Epiphone les paul jr from the Cort factory in Indonesia, or so the serial number and factory code would suggest...
and a 2018 SG g400 pro from china... love em...
My guitarist has two Epiphone LP Standards, I would put them up against a Gibson any day. Fit and finish are superb, sound and playability top notch. My favorite Epiphone player has got to be Ritchie Faulkner... I was lucky enough to have 6th row seats for Judas Priest before this plague hit, what a treat it was to see/hear him play.
The second greek generation had a company in a small shop in long Island city, queens, New York city.
Earlier this year I bought my first electric guitar: an Epiphone Les Paul. And I love it! I knew I wanted that true Les Paul feel, but I couldn't afford to pay $900+ for it so Epiphone was the way to go
epiphone are SOLID guitars...i have an Epiphone classic 60s worn SG and an Epiphone thunderbird bass...and i love them both!
PRS SE guitars are now made in their own factory in Indonesia. Although I believe that it is a Cort factory, that particular factory only produces PRS guitars.
The Indonesian factory that makes the Schecter guitars, is also the same factory that makes Solar guitars. You can contest that with the serial number, since both (Indonesian-made) Schecter, and Solar have the same "IW" serial numbers on them. That only means that both guitars are produced by the same factory.
IW is World Music. They make (or have previously made) absolutely enormous amounts of instruments, for ESP, Dean, Chapman, Ormsby, Strandberg, PRS, Ibanez, BC Rich, and Agile. Totally bonkers sized operation, they and Samick make pretty much everything these days.
@@AndiKravljaca wait, wait, "World Music" is South-Korean, right? O_O I know Schecter has both Indonesia and South Korea makes of guitars; but Solar only goes Indonesian-made.
I love my epiphone traditional pro 4.
I personally own a Epiphone 2018 Les Paul Standard. It plays just like a Gibson it was well worth the $500 dollars I paid for it. It is an amazing guitar.
i have a epiphone sg special i found in a pawn shop. paid 75$ for her. no regrets
I love my Epi les paul (walnut). Modded it for better tuning stability (string tree).
Favourite Epi player would be Matt Heafy.
You put a string tree on a Les Paul? Seem not needed due to the head stock slanting down.. you sure your nut just doesn’t need some love?
@@kirtwalters works great since. Gave the nut some love. Was still very unstable (although I was able to fix it abit with the tinkering). The tree has kept the G stable since 👌
I bought a Lucille Signature BB King Epiphone it's absolutely beautiful I think it's a 2016 Year model but I got 1 major problem the D string on the 5 & 6th fret won't play cleanly I have to have the strings really high to get it to play and it still fades of fuzzes out. I like low action but it's impossible with this D string issue. What happened to Quality control? how this got passed? I don't know how to fix this or if it's fixable.
Epiphone is legit! Proud owner of a SG400 Pro 1966 custom shop model!
I have an epiphone 1982 Spirit 2 your Tim Shaw pickups made in Kalamazoo at the original Gibson plant. So pretty much a Gibson.
I have an Epiphone Les Paul custom pro, paid around £500 for it, I love it. My friend has a Gibson Les Paul standard, paid nearly £2000... he never touches it but loves my Epiphone. I can't figure out why the Gibson doesn't feel bad to me.
John Lee Hooker played a Sheraton. Jorma Kaukonen played a Riviera. Django Reinhardt played a Zephyr...
Personally I have a Sheraton 2, 66 Worn Wilshire Tremotone, Nighthawk Custom and a Wildkat. Some have been modified but all are great!
I have a 2010 Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plustop. I bought my guitar in 2011. This guitar is amazing and well made, because that fact about the factory, focused only on that guitar brand, I should say. Its quality is great for the price. I didn't have issues with my Epiphone. It's not a emotional opinion of a fanboy. My opinion is rational and express a good experience owning that guitar for almost 10 years.
The epiphone sg 400 is equal to my fender Stratocaster which is (£200 pounds more ). It is easily one of the best guitars I've ever seen.
as someone who has never listened to music or touched an instrument I can confirm Epiphone is good!
good video-p
The Matt Heafy epiphones are cool
I'm a terrible player but I bought two low end Epiphones because the Beatles played them years ago. One acoustic and one electric. Happy with each of them.
I want one just like the one in your hand
Proud second owner of a 1954 Zephyr Regent.
Hey Brother I got the same guitar that you are playing
John Lee Hooker preferred the Sheraton. 😊
Epiphones are fantastic. I can't afford a Gibson anyways, and I wouldn't say no to one, but I don't think you're really getting any "less" when you get an Epiphone. You might need to do a little more set up yourself, but you can absolutely take your Epihones on the road and in the studio and do great.
I love Epiphone guitars for the quality and price and then customize them to my liking
I have a Gibson SG and wanted to switch it up without blowing my bank account (I have a baby coming 😂) so I got a Epiphone LP standard and I absolutely love it. It’s a beautiful guitar. I’m not an expert player or luthier, but I know what I like, and I love how this guitar plays and feels. When I was younger, people used to laugh at the name epiphone but I personally have always liked them. I’ve had an epiphone sg since I was 16. And it has survived all these years (I’m 43).
I have 3 Epi’s. LP standard, Wildkat, and an explorer. I would NEVER sell any of them. Absolutely fantastic value instrument for the price. I’ve always said the higher end Epiphone are just as good as Gibson, and there are a lot of blind playing tests to prove that
A facts video about Ibanez would be really cool!
You got it!
Oh I'm so ready for this!
To be fair to the “Play Authentic” video, Agnesi wasn’t slamming Epiphone because they are a Gibson brand. In other videos, he’s gone off about how great Epis are and how they’re the future of Gibson. He talks about how brilliant they are and high quality.
He’s talking about PRS and ESP and Dean guitars, etc. being knock offs. Epiphone is not in those classes of guitar. They are authentic.
Wow, I always thought the Epi part was "from the center" as in Epicenter, Epidemic, etc... The Phone part was pretty obvious...
My favourite epiphone player man that’ll be me then ha ha
I’ve got a mid nineties one a trans amber birdseye maple it’s ginger and it rocks
Have a epi les paul trad.pto 2, ldt.ed. 2016 and this guitar looks and sounds better than many gibsons. 780 euros only.😁
I wish they would use the Gibson truss rod system. Not crazy about the Allen wrench.
You're a great personality on this channel man! But here's the greatest fact I know about Epiphone guitars : Epi can't get fretwork right to save their lives.
Wrong.
From my understanding, it is because they don’t glue them down. They just tap them in, smooth the edges, and called it a day.
favourite epiphone players: Jeff Waters and Richie Faulkner
As a Greek guy, it's pretty fun to hear people try to pronounce Greek words
I keep seeing video's mention Epiphone made in Korea China, I own an Epiphone Les Paul standard made in Indonesia , 97
Marc Bolan often played an Epiphone acoustic.
i think u forgot something
*epiphone sells some guitars over 2000$*
I feel like he's holding his breath through the whole video.
Why Épi and Squier make guitar with far slimmer neck than Big G and F ! 41mm at nut for Squier and Épi....Do not understand why ?
Dagan is the man, but he’s basically a character in a movie
I own a 2019 Gibson Les Paul Traditional (my favorite) and a 2020 Epiphone Les Paul Custom Silverburst. My Gibson is a much better guitar, but is it $1800 better? No. But my Epi plays great and is beautiful to look at.
@PMTVUK : Great I love it when someone knows their shit ,, most people who talk about Epiphone know nothing about them , Fact No 9 before closing down in Korea , Epiphone made a limited amount of Guitars at to Korean shop in 04 . No 10 ,,, They saved the US shop twice , I wonder if they will again .
My man you look kinda like John Mayer
I have an Epi Union Jack Sheraton and 1959 Les Paul. Both have Gibson pickups and CTS pots with vintage wiring. Both sound and play great and also hold their value if you buy the right model. My EJ200 was also pretty nice.
Gibson knew Epiphone manufactured a better product, that’s why they bought Epiphone.
Also, many of the Epiphone models have a neck tenon. I’ve heard that Gibson, with the exception of the custom shop, do not have neck tenons.
Dude, I live in Southeast Asia - they don't give a damn about copyright here. The body shapes are exactly the same and the greedy American corporations can't do shit about it.
I think you didn't mention made in Japan. I have one.
I love Epiphone! I own a few but…
FACT CHECK: the specs are not the same between Gibsons and Epiphones at all that’s why Epis are so cheap. Veneers often used on lower grade mahogany bodies (Les Pauls and SGs mostly) with lower grade pots and Epiphone’s version of Gibson style humbuckers (pro buckers) so no, they’re not the same specs at all
Epiphone also made Kramer's