Great vid, thx! I have the Epi Special, the 59 Standard, the Classic and the Custom. The Classic had the most flaws, i had my luthier re-wire it and put new pots and some SD pickups in. They all needed a good setup but after that they are great value for the money.
That is an awesome collection ! And yes most of the Epiphones are great guitars and can be made used for many years but just needs little extra maintenance
If you find the Peter Green “Greenie” or any high end Epiphone.Set up and comes with a cool epi case. I take Every guitar 🎸 to my local tech. He sets intonation and if any adjustments are needed he sets string height to my spec. I always use De Addario 09-42g strings. He sets pickup height and if any high frets he does what’s needed. I have 42 guitars of all types LP Telescope strats Epiphone each one done by my tech.
My favorite is the custom. I have a 2001 made in Korea with a flamed maple top and cherry sunburst. I have a Gibson SG standard and I’d put the Epiphone against it anyway.
@@LambertDriveStudios Modern and classics are the same guitar with different tops. The only dif I think is the classic has grovers and the modern has lockers. I think.....
Just got myself a epiphone lp ebony custom and am loving it. Could you elaborate on what exactly a "set up" means on your guitar. Sorry, I guess I'm a bit of a noob.
Hey Aaron thanks for watching and commenting ! I probably should have done better job explaining in video , however I’m happy you asked and I can elaborate some more on setup. 1. You want to make sure you adjust the saddle / bridge height so strings as close to frets as possible without touching , this will and the guitar easier to play and also tuning will hold better when you arnt having push string down a mile. 2. Intonation when needed ( usually when seasons and temps change ) tune guitar as best as possible then press and note on 12th fret and double check that tuning is hold there , if not then you’ll need to move the saddles pieces forward or back with tiny screw driver to fine tune. There will be lots of RUclips vids on how to do with properly. Those are the 2 things I would start with; that should be manageable on your own. Let me if this helps !! Cheers
I just got my Alpine Epiphone LP-Custom and I noticed the finish is not ebony.... it looks like a dark brown and doesn't match the black on the guitar like other's I've seen?
Since 2008 I’ve been using mine and loving it. Just a quick setup once a year for some intonation adjustments and it’s good to go. It doesn’t leave my studio so it stays in good shape
Hey Owen thank you for watching and commenting. I’ve owned my Epiphone les Paul custom since 2008 and it’s been a fantastic guitar for me. Let me know which one you end up getting !
@@LambertDriveStudios Yes two of them. A60s standard with flamed cherry sunburst GC special and a little studio with seymour duncan hand wound 59's Its a great little shredder. My favorite guitar, though I would have never guessed it could be, is a Gretch G5220 and really want the Japan made one the G6228. Im in love with it and the tone is awesome
Amazing 🤩. I just own the 1 Epiphone les Paul custom right now. It’s a 2008 model. And Gretsch makes some pretty amazing guitars , I want to do a video on their new models soon , just gotta get to the local store and make arrangements.
agreed , I’m slowly warming up to being in front of camera , I think I’m going to buy some lapel mics for videos like this that I record in future so that I can be proper distance away from camera but still heard without too much background noise
Store is very busy and didn’t want to bother customers who were shopping close by ! I plan to buy a lapel mic soon that will eliminate this issue ! Thank you for the constructive feedback Giorgio !
Don't buy an Epiphone or Gibson, buy an FGN, Ltd, Yamaha, or literally anything else. I've played way too many bad Epiphones to ever even consider owning one.
Great vid, thx! I have the Epi Special, the 59 Standard, the Classic and the Custom. The Classic had the most flaws, i had my luthier re-wire it and put new pots and some SD pickups in. They all needed a good setup but after that they are great value for the money.
That is an awesome collection ! And yes most of the Epiphones are great guitars and can be made used for many years but just needs little extra maintenance
Happy 150th Anniversary, Epi! 1883-2023..to Epi's Sound and the "House of Stephopolus"!!! Epi's Sound still sings..
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The custom looks and feels great , had my eye on Sheraton though
My 2023 les paul custom is perfect!!
I'm going to try a few out next week!!
If you find the Peter Green “Greenie” or any high end Epiphone.Set up and comes with a cool epi case. I take Every guitar 🎸 to my local tech. He sets intonation and if any adjustments are needed he sets string height to my spec. I always use De Addario 09-42g strings. He sets pickup height and if any high frets he does what’s needed. I have 42 guitars of all types LP Telescope strats Epiphone each one done by my tech.
Teles Not scopes.
That is perfect 👍🏻 I’ll be in the lookout for “greenie”
I have the Epiphone Les Paul Custom Koa. I Love It.
My favorite is the custom. I have a 2001 made in Korea with a flamed maple top and cherry sunburst. I have a Gibson SG standard and I’d put the Epiphone against it anyway.
That is awesome ! I have never been fan of the SG guitars because the weight distribution, so uncomfortable to play standing up.
Great video. I don't believe you have any Idea what you're talking about but very well done.
🤘 hey thanks for the great 👍🏻 feedback Josh !! Keep on rocking in the free world 🌎
Only one I wish you had tested out that's missing is the modern.
Ya unfortunately they didn’t have one in stock , I should probably give them heads up and do a 2024 one eh
@@LambertDriveStudios Modern and classics are the same guitar with different tops. The only dif I think is the classic has grovers and the modern has lockers. I think.....
Just got myself a epiphone lp ebony custom and am loving it. Could you elaborate on what exactly a "set up" means on your guitar. Sorry, I guess I'm a bit of a noob.
Hey Aaron thanks for watching and commenting ! I probably should have done better job explaining in video , however I’m happy you asked and I can elaborate some more on setup.
1. You want to make sure you adjust the saddle / bridge height so strings as close to frets as possible without touching , this will and the guitar easier to play and also tuning will hold better when you arnt having push string down a mile.
2. Intonation when needed ( usually when seasons and temps change ) tune guitar as best as possible then press and note on 12th fret and double check that tuning is hold there , if not then you’ll need to move the saddles pieces forward or back with tiny screw driver to fine tune. There will be lots of RUclips vids on how to do with properly.
Those are the 2 things I would start with; that should be manageable on your own. Let me if this helps !! Cheers
Great video & tips !! :)
Hey 👋 thanks for watching and commenting Terry !! I enjoyed sharing my opinion on this one ☝️
Is every second Canuck a RUclips guitar shootout referee?!
Sounds aboot right Eh ! Nothing else to do when the winters get cold 🥶
@@LambertDriveStudios nothing like happiness is a warm gun whole your gently weeps eh
I just got my Alpine Epiphone LP-Custom and I noticed the finish is not ebony.... it looks like a dark brown and doesn't match the black on the guitar like other's I've seen?
Must have been built on a Friday
Usung factory build epiphone is as good as it gets .
Since 2008 I’ve been using mine and loving it. Just a quick setup once a year for some intonation adjustments and it’s good to go. It doesn’t leave my studio so it stays in good shape
In the market for an Epiphone Les Paul right now. Great video. Thanks a lot!
Hey Owen thank you for watching and commenting. I’ve owned my Epiphone les Paul custom since 2008 and it’s been a fantastic guitar for me. Let me know which one you end up getting !
Wish Epiphone had a 60s standard in that gorgous Red
Ya it’s a beautiful finish that’s for sure . Do
You own any epiphones now ?
@@LambertDriveStudios Yes two of them. A60s standard with flamed cherry sunburst GC special and a little studio with seymour duncan hand wound 59's Its a great little shredder. My favorite guitar, though I would have never guessed it could be, is a Gretch G5220 and really want the Japan made one the G6228. Im in love with it and the tone is awesome
Amazing 🤩. I just own the 1 Epiphone les Paul custom right now. It’s a 2008 model. And Gretsch makes some pretty amazing guitars , I want to do a video on their new models soon , just gotta get to the local store and make arrangements.
I bought an Epiphone Les Paul Custom Pro in KOA. It's a beast....
Can never go wrong with that choice !!
The word is Plek'd......never done? This is why you're fretting out!
Hey thank you for the information!! My guitar lingo is subpar sometimes, always weird just talking to a camera on your phone 😂
@@LambertDriveStudios ...practicing in front of a mirror helps....but talking outloud...u need to hear your voice.
agreed , I’m slowly warming up to being in front of camera , I think I’m going to buy some lapel mics for videos like this that I record in future so that I can be proper distance away from camera but still heard without too much background noise
Why are you whispering?
Store is very busy and didn’t want to bother customers who were shopping close by ! I plan to buy a lapel mic soon that will eliminate this issue ! Thank you for the constructive feedback Giorgio !
Don't buy an Epiphone or Gibson, buy an FGN, Ltd, Yamaha, or literally anything else. I've played way too many bad Epiphones to ever even consider owning one.