This faded Pelham Blue looks great, and looks OK with those clear control knobs (not so good on the other colours). The Burgundy one looks good, maybe a bit too 'sparkly'. I just don't get the other colours - Caffe Latte Fade/Magma Orange Fade/Carribbean Blue Fade 🤔.
That is what you call a "forever guitar," not a "backup guitar," in my not-so-humble opinion. Seriously, I've had it (in graphite black) for about 10 months and I'm already toying with a fret job. Yep, I've played it that much. The damned thing has fused with my hands. Covid downtime has been a real boon for my playing. In 60 years of playing, I've never enjoyed a guitar more. In fact, I may never leave my home again.
Excellent video and great performance! I have this guitar and it’s a fantastic inspiring instrument for the money! Sounds phenomenal and you can get so many killer tones!🎸🔥
Awesome vid! Killer guitar. And killer playing, Brother! I really like your stylings and phrasing, and just the way you play that thing. Subbing you now. And I've just recently discovered these LP Moderns. Wow. On my list right now, for sure! They seem like amazing guitars. I love this one, and the sparkling red.
Recently bought one of these myself. Great value. On the setup point, I’ve never bought a guitar that hasn’t needed one. I always factor in £100 to get a fret level and setup done on any guitar I buy.
@@benallmark9671 Pretty sure it's just 3 of them. This guitar is on my list, and I've been checking it out. Don't have it yet. But I thin the 2 volume pots split (each) Humbucker... for those split-coil sounds. And then one tone control takes the pickups out of phase. Totally cool functionality. Don't know how much I would use it. But very cool versatility. I want one soon. Can't decide between this one and the sparkle red. Both gorgeous guitars!
I have this guitar in black and it's a warhorse. Insane value for the money. Plays as good as a $2000 guitar easily. Tuning stability and frets are perfect. I recommend upgrading the electronics and it's a done deal, 10/10
6H-6b for the bridge and which one for the pickups that is close to the neck of the guitar will fit the pickups of the bridge or leave the original one that is close to the neck and only the bridge to replace
The binding on the Gibson version is the same as this. Which actually is better. That binding your referring to doesn’t cover the end of the fret. It’s a separate piece and as a guitar tech I’ve seen it 1000 times where the fret end and that binding has a gap where the string can get caught in. It looks great but is a horrible design and I’m so happy the modern frets go right to the end. Just grabbed one on sale this week. It’s a beauty.
I love mine, very well equipped guitar for the money. However, it was barely playable out of the box due to a shockingly bad factory setup. Invested in some tools and time to do a full fret job and now it plays perfectly. It appears Epiphone just hammer frets in and send them out; budget for a fret job and if possible view a few in person as the quality of the ~3 piece bodies varies A LOT.
Could not hope for a better guitar, tonewise it is very rich. And because of locking tuners, it stays in tune very well. Only thing i miss is floyd rose,been thinking about buying and installing floyd rose fxr.
I want a very versatile guitar which can play almost any genre. This is in my budget. This will be good for rock n roll without a doubt. But will it be fine for heavy metal?
Thankyou! & yes this is more than just a backup guitar. It became my new main for my summer gigs. It’s currently being fixed as the pots have worn out & the sound was becoming very inconsistent
@@RobGalley I guess we're in agreement then. It's interesting that you mentioned unstable tone issues that you've attributed to pots. I think I know what you're talking about. My first take on it was the 3-way switch, because it seemed if I futzed with it enough, it would come back and stabilize (the problem seemed to affect only the neck pickup - which of course has implications for the middle position) and the only position that seemed not to be affected was the bridge. It was consistently stable. So, like you, I am at the second link in the chain (the neck position push-pull pot). Well, I haven't had a chance to test it yet, but at the end of my last session, I rather than futz with the switch and push-pull pot, I pulled my cable from the input jack and replaced it. Instant stability which lasted for hours, no matter what I did with the pots or 3-way. I just haven't had time to play since, so I can't say if I'm on to something. But I might be, even though it would seemingly make no sense. But there are so many phantom electronics bugaboos in the universe that sometime the most spurious-seeming answer winds up being correct. So you might want to take a look at that possibility before you start ripping out high-dollar components that are not prone to failure (being that our guitars are using genuine CTS pots). I actually got another indication very early on that the problem was related to the jack, as I thought it was a cable problem. When I switched cables, the problem seemed to evaporate - that, however, was short lived. But in retrospect, that alone indicated the jack - which is almost always the weakest link in the chain. I feel like a fool for having forgotten that until now.
@@RobGalley Scratch the input jack. No relationship whatsoever. Back to the neck position volume pot. I am wondering if there is a way to address it with contact cleaner, but I suspect not. I am able to temporarily remedy it by pulling it out and then popping it back in “authoritatively,” though not with 1 to 1 reliability. Regardless, the status quo isn’t acceptable. This is a situation where living in the third world is not advantageous. Not exactly a haven for warranties. I will probably have to pony up for a new pot, though maybe not.
Hi Rob, I am looking at purchasing this guitar as it is much lighter than the Traditional Les Paul which makes it more appealing, I also like the extras like the Push & Pull Tone and Volume Knobs and especially the Grover Lock Tuners.. The new Pick Ups also are appealing. I came across your review & demo as being the best out of the others. I have a couple of EPIPHONES already which are really good and just wanted to get a Les Paul Epi.. Your Review & Demo is excellent. Strings are they 10's? as I have them on my Epi 335.
What's the differences between the Epiphone Les Paul Modern & the Epiphone Les Paul Modern Figured? Other than the finishes and the $50 price difference.
I adore this colour 👏🏻👏🏻
The camera doesn’t do it justice!
This faded Pelham Blue looks great, and looks OK with those clear control knobs (not so good on the other colours). The Burgundy one looks good, maybe a bit too 'sparkly'. I just don't get the other colours - Caffe Latte Fade/Magma Orange Fade/Carribbean Blue Fade 🤔.
@Carlos Who Good call. That would look great with the black pickguard, pup surrounds, headstock and ebony board 👍. Those transparent knobs look weird.
Yupi got something,when it first came out,looks even better in person.
@@SaxJockey ooooooo,it looks weird, ooooooo...what are you ,Five?
That is what you call a "forever guitar," not a "backup guitar," in my not-so-humble opinion. Seriously, I've had it (in graphite black) for about 10 months and I'm already toying with a fret job. Yep, I've played it that much. The damned thing has fused with my hands. Covid downtime has been a real boon for my playing. In 60 years of playing, I've never enjoyed a guitar more. In fact, I may never leave my home again.
Thanks Rob, great review and playing. Good presentation skills.
Excellent video and great performance! I have this guitar and it’s a fantastic inspiring instrument for the money! Sounds phenomenal and you can get so many killer tones!🎸🔥
I have that model in Pelham Blue...versatility is off the charts. New subscriber looking forward to more videos. Thanks Rob.
Awesome vid! Killer guitar. And killer playing, Brother! I really like your stylings and phrasing, and just the way you play that thing. Subbing you now. And I've just recently discovered these LP Moderns. Wow. On my list right now, for sure! They seem like amazing guitars. I love this one, and the sparkling red.
Recently bought one of these myself. Great value.
On the setup point, I’ve never bought a guitar that hasn’t needed one. I always factor in £100 to get a fret level and setup done on any guitar I buy.
It wasnt bad, nothing I couldn’t tweak myself! The frets felt great 🤟
Do all 4 volume and tone controls pop up and down or just 3 ?
@@benallmark9671 Pretty sure it's just 3 of them. This guitar is on my list, and I've been checking it out. Don't have it yet. But I thin the 2 volume pots split (each) Humbucker... for those split-coil sounds. And then one tone control takes the pickups out of phase. Totally cool functionality. Don't know how much I would use it. But very cool versatility. I want one soon. Can't decide between this one and the sparkle red. Both gorgeous guitars!
I just ordered mine the burgundy paint job .can't wait to get my hands on it
You will be pleased!
I have this guitar in black and it's a warhorse. Insane value for the money. Plays as good as a $2000 guitar easily. Tuning stability and frets are perfect. I recommend upgrading the electronics and it's a done deal, 10/10
Upgrade the bridge and pickups to which models?
Seymour Duncan SH-6b Duncan Distortion Humbucker Pickup to this one
6H-6b for the bridge and which one for the pickups that is close to the neck of the guitar will fit the pickups of the bridge or leave the original one that is close to the neck and only the bridge to replace
To change the electronics 4 potentiometers to the cts model
Sounds and looks good! Great choice!
Thanks! It’s a beaut
Looks and sounds great Rob 👍 🎸
Cheers Malcolm!
Nice demo & playing! I have an Epi LP jr and 2 s310's, Love them all!
Awesome! I couldn’t be happier for my first Les Paul model 🤟
I'm sold, can be the next electric guitar to join the Strat. Cheers Rob.
Awesome stuff! Glad my video helped
The binding on the Gibson version is the same as this. Which actually is better. That binding your referring to doesn’t cover the end of the fret. It’s a separate piece and as a guitar tech I’ve seen it 1000 times where the fret end and that binding has a gap where the string can get caught in. It looks great but is a horrible design and I’m so happy the modern frets go right to the end. Just grabbed one on sale this week. It’s a beauty.
tbf I've seen the strings getting caught on fret edges on various guitars so I agree!
@@RobGalley I like the look of the binding extending the fret ends but it’s for show. Not practical at all
@@MrPantera123456i prefer my gibson standard binding. Never got a string stuck
This is my next guitar- which colour to choose? Off to my local music store tomorrow. Thanks for your helpful review.☮🖤🎸🎶
Black. Rock and roll
Looks great sounds great affordable 👏
I love mine, very well equipped guitar for the money. However, it was barely playable out of the box due to a shockingly bad factory setup.
Invested in some tools and time to do a full fret job and now it plays perfectly.
It appears Epiphone just hammer frets in and send them out; budget for a fret job and if possible view a few in person as the quality of the ~3 piece bodies varies A LOT.
Oh yeah baby
It would be nice if you could make a video to show how are you using your iMac with the guitar. Thanks for your videos!
Cool idea - I’ve made some little Denis of how I record & the interfaces I use but I might look into an updated video!
Could not hope for a better guitar, tonewise it is very rich. And because of locking tuners, it stays in tune very well. Only thing i miss is floyd rose,been thinking about buying and installing floyd rose fxr.
Boooo
I want a very versatile guitar which can play almost any genre. This is in my budget. This will be good for rock n roll without a doubt. But will it be fine for heavy metal?
Yes
I almost forgot. New subscriber.
Thankyou! & yes this is more than just a backup guitar. It became my new main for my summer gigs. It’s currently being fixed as the pots have worn out & the sound was becoming very inconsistent
@@RobGalley I guess we're in agreement then. It's interesting that you mentioned unstable tone issues that you've attributed to pots. I think I know what you're talking about. My first take on it was the 3-way switch, because it seemed if I futzed with it enough, it would come back and stabilize (the problem seemed to affect only the neck pickup - which of course has implications for the middle position) and the only position that seemed not to be affected was the bridge. It was consistently stable. So, like you, I am at the second link in the chain (the neck position push-pull pot). Well, I haven't had a chance to test it yet, but at the end of my last session, I rather than futz with the switch and push-pull pot, I pulled my cable from the input jack and replaced it. Instant stability which lasted for hours, no matter what I did with the pots or 3-way. I just haven't had time to play since, so I can't say if I'm on to something. But I might be, even though it would seemingly make no sense. But there are so many phantom electronics bugaboos in the universe that sometime the most spurious-seeming answer winds up being correct. So you might want to take a look at that possibility before you start ripping out high-dollar components that are not prone to failure (being that our guitars are using genuine CTS pots). I actually got another indication very early on that the problem was related to the jack, as I thought it was a cable problem. When I switched cables, the problem seemed to evaporate - that, however, was short lived. But in retrospect, that alone indicated the jack - which is almost always the weakest link in the chain. I feel like a fool for having forgotten that until now.
@@RobGalley Scratch the input jack. No relationship whatsoever. Back to the neck position volume pot. I am wondering if there is a way to address it with contact cleaner, but I suspect not. I am able to temporarily remedy it by pulling it out and then popping it back in “authoritatively,” though not with 1 to 1 reliability. Regardless, the status quo isn’t acceptable. This is a situation where living in the third world is not advantageous. Not exactly a haven for warranties. I will probably have to pony up for a new pot, though maybe not.
Hi Rob, I am looking at purchasing this guitar as it is much lighter than the Traditional Les Paul which makes it more appealing, I also like the extras like the Push & Pull Tone and Volume Knobs and especially the Grover Lock Tuners.. The new Pick Ups also are appealing. I came across your review & demo as being the best out of the others. I have a couple of EPIPHONES already which are really good and just wanted to get a Les Paul Epi.. Your Review & Demo is excellent. Strings are they 10's? as I have them on my Epi 335.
Yeah! I put 10s on this guitar. Thanks for watching! Glad you liked the video
What's the differences between the Epiphone Les Paul Modern & the Epiphone Les Paul Modern Figured? Other than the finishes and the $50 price difference.
Nothing..no difference
@@kingarthur1776 Thanks; I can't do side by side comparison of the specs on my cellphone & I don't own a computer.
Sounds great! Nice playing
I tried out a lot of Epiphones and found their neck pickup to be a bit muddy though.
I know what you mean. I can’t say I’ve noticed it too much on this one!
@@RobGalley That's great to know bro! I'm looking at getting one of these modern Epi's
Can somebody tell me if all 4 volume and tone controls pop up and down or just 3 of them ?
@Carlos Who thanks
The Gibson version has 4 push pulls. It has a true bypass.
👍🏻👍🏻
You do a lot of shredding and rocking for plAying in a "wedding band".
I don't like Epiphones!
They never feel right!
I would rather have a Schecter Solo 2!🎸
Nice playing...do I detect a northern accent 😉.
Yep! Hah. Northern lad 🤟
@@RobGalley If you want a chuckle, search 'Perry returns from Manchester' on here 😂. Best Regards from a fellow northerner 👍.