It was cool to see the birth of the Apex Headcarve... I'm glad they refined it into what we know it as today though! 🔴Prototype: reverb.com/item/33046212-gibson-custom-shop-les-paul-standard-modern-prototype-figured-top?_aid=growsumo&gs_partner=Trogly 🔵CME Prototype: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FGibson-Custom-Shop-Nashville-Les-Paul-Special-Prototype-Sunburst-2016%2F362942665127%3Fhash%3Ditem54811191a7%3Ag%3AaycAAOSwrrBearai&campid=5338292223&toolid=20008
But you are pretty sure it is a actual prototype?Are there ever fake prototype's or do most experts like you see them so most won't try faking them?Just curious I don't have the money to buy it in the situation going on.
I gotta say, and maybe this says TOO much about me, but your show is turning out to be the most awesome treat for my COVID Quarantine in Queens, NY. I want to say THANK YO,U.
My girlfriends family all live in Queens and they are telling me how much it sucks there and that stupid mayor of yours is just trying to ride the stupid governors coat tails. I hope you are not buying into their lies about President Trump and all he has done for NYC. There are plenty of videos showing DiBlasio telling New Yorkers NOT to be concerned about this Coronavirus when President Trump first started implementing restrictions and trying to get it under control. Lol I did see those pictures of Cuomo, lol yeah the dude certainly likes his jewelry huh? The pictures of him in that white polo where you can tell he has both nipples pierced lolol. Stay Strong!! From what i am hearing this thing is starting to wind down now with the warmer weather settling in. Here in Alabama where I live our governor just issued a "Shelter in place" order for the state, it really doesn't change much but I guess it makes her feel better lol.
@@cycadaacolyte6349 Yes you are correct it does close many non-essential businesses down, now, what makes a business non-essential? Lowes? Hardees? Both of these remain open since the order went into effect. I have been watching this very closely here in Alabama and I noticed a sudden spike in cases yesterday and that is when the Governor made the new rule, so I understand why she did it but I think they will be playing fast and loose with who is essential and who is not.
@@alabamahebrew Lowes sells essentials (they had masks) and food is essential (Hardies is drive thru only). Hello from the coast line, 80 cases in Jackson and 120 in Mobile.
@@cycadaacolyte6349 Yeah here in Cullman we had 8 cases for about a week, then suddenly yesterday it jumped to 15, no deaths thankfully. Jefferson county, Bham area, had about 260 cases then yesterday jumped to over 350 no deaths there either. I agree that Lowes should be open, I mean if not for anything else than to keep moms and dads from going stir crazy and they can work on some house projects. Hardees and other fast food joints, Sure, people still have to eat. But by those places being open they are then enticing people to go out. I saw the restrictions for a wedding lol, you can hold ANY type of service you want, wedding, funeral, religious so long as there are no more than 10 people present and everyone remains in their vehicles!! LOL a drive thru wedding service? Just last week I was telling people here in Cullman County that they had better stop going to places like local parks with the kids and acting as though they didn't have to stay at home. Well, two days later Ivey releases this new order. People just don't listen!! If they would just stay home this stuff will be over soon enough and we can get back to life as we knew it. But hey, for all those who wanted socialism, how do they like it now? Lol.
Nathan Boone mostly just the boomers complaining. I think once they’re gone many younger people including myself find the 70s/80s Gibsons to be quite fascinating. Sound and play better than all the crap being put out today in the production line. I’ll take that volute and single piece back over the 2-3 piece backs, Chinese cases, and bad QC of today’s modern les Paul. Especially the late 70s are some of the best LP I’ve played as a 19 year old.
I need this. The Bridge more so BUT I DON'T CARE ABOUT THE BACK OF THE HEADSTOCK. Anything to stop the infamous "oops there it goes, it snapped" meme with gibsons is a welcome addition.
Being from Chicago, all I can say is Chicago Music Exchange is amazing when it comes to Les Paul's and vintage guitars and amps since, I think, the 70's or even earlier. I can spend hours in there just taking it all in.
I love the LP Special's color scheme. This*, on a regular Les Paul, w/o a pickguard, would look pretty spectacular. *Both the top figuring, the fiery orange burst, combined with the black binding and knobs. The tailpiece coud use the black treatment as well tho.
Austin, great video as always! I just wanted to add that the "apex head carve" design has actually been in instrument design for over 150 years. I have an 1860's Martin and have seen a couple early 1900's Gibson mandolins that all have this kind of carve on the back of the peghead to add strengthening against breakage. Interesting that it fell out of fashion for so long.
@1:15 The bridge you show is not a Leo Quann Badass, it is a Schaller, and I’m pretty sure the first wraparound bridge Gibson used was the original Les Paul trapeze tailpiece on the first ES-295’s and Les Paul models followed by the stopbar bridge in 1954.
The refined "spine: version of that volute would be stronger actually for the same reason a 2×4 is stronger on end which is how houses are built. Great vids!
Hey Trogly, would you be able to review and Epiphone SG Pro 1966? I heard they’re really good this year and I want to buy one but I’d love to get your opinion since you’re one of the only trustworthy guitar info youtubers. Much Appreciated! Cheers!
The apex to the headstock prototype #1, I think its a steal, as in it makes for a investment. I see this coming in style. I perfer the spine looking one but, combine the lower section the hand touches on the red prototype. #1 or just lowering it a bit there. Sweet guitars for sure. Thx for sharing. Keep em' coming! 👍👀🎸
The “pinstriped” figure that you’re looking at is commonly known as “fiddleback curl”. Additionally, my first thought was the volute looks like a middle finger 😂 glad you think so too
I honestly miss the volute. If they brought it back for the 70’s V i would definitely buy one. That’s probably why my go to guitars are my 78 LP Custom & 79 LP Deluxe.
The idea of headstock supports and different bridges are exactly the kind of options Gibson needs to get back on top. gibson needs to understand that people will buy from them at their price point just because it's a gibson even if they can get what they want from gibson rather than a guitar of equal or greater quality another company for much less money. I'd love to see high quality extended range(7, 8 and 9 string), multiscale flying V's, Explorers, and RD's with classic and modern finishes.
Interesting proto there. Trying to remedy the headstock snap is comendible by Gibson, and actually (from an engineering standpoint) the apex design may be a bit stronger. Thanks for the vid & info, Trog, I'd rock it after giving the fall down test to the thing ;-P
That Les Paul Special looks awesome with the exception of Black binding. Black binding just gives me a cheap look feeeling, unless the Guitar was a white finish.
I like the way the headstock rib(?) thickens the volume but I like the way it makes a nest for the tuners. I guess the type of tuners would make a big difference in looks. Stronger is better?
I agree with you on that headstock. It does look like a stronger headstock. I think it should've had a combination of the rhino and the part of the valute that is wider and flatter.
I love the bridge on the Modern prototype and I think they should have kept that version of the head carve. I don't think it looks especially explicit and, as you pointed out, it's probably a lot stronger than the spike.
i saw something like that bridge not long ago and it was on a knife edge mounting and you could push down with your PALM and get a vibrato effect...seems like it was a Fender product.
ROCKABLE!! That the most non-symmetrical flame top I've ever seen...or noticed. Quite nice. Does the Nashville Special seem like a glossy "Studio" type body?
the bc Rich wrap around bridges, tonepros and a few other companies make them (including dirrect fits for gibson wrap around models) and are kind of a halfway between the gibson wrap around and gibson stop tail. they are kinda cool because you could ad a tail piece and use it either way. also they are extremely flexible since they have open tops plus screws to adjust on the posts, and have adjustable saddles. just something to consider since lower end guitars could be 1000x's more playable with a mod even a beginner could do pretty easily. examples. normal: images.app.goo.gl/Xx4rGg9VKJaNuGHc9 stop tail style: images.app.goo.gl/9tNecNpyJdTEf9EMA
He is a giant - that was the inimitable Greg Koch....Amazing player and a large human being, but maybe one of the funniest guitarists out there as well. :)
Greg Koch rules! I'd rock the CME Special with tail piece. the Apex Proto looks okay, but the bridge definitely looks out of place. with that one, it's not so much rock or not, but would tip it over to see if headstock is stronger - or not. and you would think, for the price point, they could stamp the prototype with something other than a Sharpie. Ü ♫
Love the color Trogster! Have you done a presentation of the Les Paul Custom Classic guitar/s from 2010 I bought a new in the day red tiger from the series. Thank you and i love your work, Thanks Trogly!
I have a guitar with the Apex headcarve and it is killer. In no way does it hinder your ability to play and gives you an extra sense of security. I don't know what people's problem with it was?!?!
The Proto Modern? Nah. The Proto Special? Fuck yes. I have a 2010 Epi " Custom Shop " Limited Run version of that Special. Translucent TV Yellow, Dual Gibson USA P90's, Tune - o - matic / stop tail, Grover tuners, rosewood bound fretboard, set neck. It's such an awesome sounding, amazing playing guitar. I would love to have the big brother version, especially with that maple top with that finish. God, I wish I didn't get laid off recently cause of fucking Covid 😭😭😭 I'm sure that will be sold by the end of the month.
Have you noticed the difference of angles, body to neck, between the Specials and regular Les Pauls? My '74 Special is a much flatter angle, almost Fender-ish. The Les Paul case does not support the neck because of this flatter angle.
I think the headstock on the Prototype is better and they should have went up further to the very top of the head stock without rounding it off maybe forming it to the book scroll at the top of the headstock because it definitely gives more mass and in my opinion from what I have experienced more mass in the neck and headstock is really what gives you sustain
The bridge design just looks like it's made for people who like to rest their picking hand on the bridge and then palm mute. They often don't get on with wraparound bridges, so that extended shelf at the rear provides a nice flat surface for them to rest their hand on.
Hey Austin, are you going to do a review and demo of the aldo nova les paul? Really interest to find out about it, it would look great next to a bonabyrd les paul
I would, if and only if it had an access heel joint to go along with it otherwise I would just stick with my 2008 studio LP I just got for my BDay this year. also the baby grand bridge would make it like a complete custom order by me that I would never be able to afford... Beauty of a guitar though on that prototype, and after having something with a nitro cellulous finish I am thinking that a poly satin finish would be more to my liking as I may like the nitro finish as far as breathability for the wood but caring for a nitro finish guitar can be stressful as u leave it on the stand for more than a day and u wind up having to polish it to get it back to a smooth feel as I have to do with my LP studio wich has had the back of the neck sanding down to make it for od a satin finish with 12k grit sand paper as far as the seller told me when I 1st met him and told him I wanted it cause it was the right color and just about every mod he did was what I would have done any how right down to wax potting the burst bucker pickups. I just wish he left the decale on the pickups so I didnt have to worry about them being authentic.
If the end of the volute was a little more subtle, I could deal with it. The way it just looks like a door stopper glued on the back looks awful. Sand it back until the tip perfectly blends with the headstock, and I think that could have been a little more visually appealing, while still being a personal preference.
I think everyone knows a scarf joint is superior in strength because there is no grain runout like all Gibby LP designs with a one piece neck. One way to improve the Gibby LP is to break and repair the headstock. Instant sustain gain.
You think that’s explicit? I have a guitar that is the shape of a hand giving the middle finger that also has a headstock in the shape of a Benis which can excrete liquids from a syringe attached to the back.
I’m thinking someone has a bit of a dirty mind.😉 I really think the LP Special looks fantastic. Especially the top. The bridge ruins the look of the other one. That’s my story anyway.
I think this Special deserves the same finish on the back it has on the top. Anyway it's a welcome change from the TV yellow I always found ugly (mine wears a chocolate color).
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It was cool to see the birth of the Apex Headcarve... I'm glad they refined it into what we know it as today though!
🔴Prototype: reverb.com/item/33046212-gibson-custom-shop-les-paul-standard-modern-prototype-figured-top?_aid=growsumo&gs_partner=Trogly
🔵CME Prototype: rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FGibson-Custom-Shop-Nashville-Les-Paul-Special-Prototype-Sunburst-2016%2F362942665127%3Fhash%3Ditem54811191a7%3Ag%3AaycAAOSwrrBearai&campid=5338292223&toolid=20008
Hey Trogly, is that an FRX on that black SG?
But you are pretty sure it is a actual prototype?Are there ever fake prototype's or do most experts like you see them so most won't try faking them?Just curious I don't have the money to buy it in the situation going on.
Top on that special is gorgeous
i think it is a great thought on making a a weak spot stronger. the rino is the best to date
The Trogly's Guitar Show idk i kinda really dig that bridge
Trogly's the only RUclipsr who can get by using Emoticons on the thumbnail.
Emoticons WeirdChamp
because he has no visual taste anyway :D somehow it can be forgotten, because we like his content very much even despite that ;)
Luey Sixty-six why spend money on something that gets the job done just fine
I think its because hes not trying to be cool. He knows hes a guitar geek
I gotta say, and maybe this says TOO much about me, but your show is turning out to be the most awesome treat for my COVID Quarantine in Queens, NY. I want to say THANK YO,U.
My girlfriends family all live in Queens and they are telling me how much it sucks there and that stupid mayor of yours is just trying to ride the stupid governors coat tails. I hope you are not buying into their lies about President Trump and all he has done for NYC. There are plenty of videos showing DiBlasio telling New Yorkers NOT to be concerned about this Coronavirus when President Trump first started implementing restrictions and trying to get it under control. Lol I did see those pictures of Cuomo, lol yeah the dude certainly likes his jewelry huh? The pictures of him in that white polo where you can tell he has both nipples pierced lolol. Stay Strong!! From what i am hearing this thing is starting to wind down now with the warmer weather settling in. Here in Alabama where I live our governor just issued a "Shelter in place" order for the state, it really doesn't change much but I guess it makes her feel better lol.
@@alabamahebrew The order closed all the "non-essential businesses" in Alabama, a bit more than just a feel good move.
@@cycadaacolyte6349 Yes you are correct it does close many non-essential businesses down, now, what makes a business non-essential? Lowes? Hardees? Both of these remain open since the order went into effect. I have been watching this very closely here in Alabama and I noticed a sudden spike in cases yesterday and that is when the Governor made the new rule, so I understand why she did it but I think they will be playing fast and loose with who is essential and who is not.
@@alabamahebrew Lowes sells essentials (they had masks) and food is essential (Hardies is drive thru only). Hello from the coast line, 80 cases in Jackson and 120 in Mobile.
@@cycadaacolyte6349 Yeah here in Cullman we had 8 cases for about a week, then suddenly yesterday it jumped to 15, no deaths thankfully. Jefferson county, Bham area, had about 260 cases then yesterday jumped to over 350 no deaths there either. I agree that Lowes should be open, I mean if not for anything else than to keep moms and dads from going stir crazy and they can work on some house projects. Hardees and other fast food joints, Sure, people still have to eat. But by those places being open they are then enticing people to go out. I saw the restrictions for a wedding lol, you can hold ANY type of service you want, wedding, funeral, religious so long as there are no more than 10 people present and everyone remains in their vehicles!! LOL a drive thru wedding service? Just last week I was telling people here in Cullman County that they had better stop going to places like local parks with the kids and acting as though they didn't have to stay at home. Well, two days later Ivey releases this new order. People just don't listen!! If they would just stay home this stuff will be over soon enough and we can get back to life as we knew it. But hey, for all those who wanted socialism, how do they like it now? Lol.
Trogly ur my favorite guitar info person
Same here he knows what he's talking about and when he doesn't he makes it clear instead of making up stuff
Same
No I don’t want a stronger headstock, no volute, no rhino.
I like precariously weak parts on all my 2 to 3 thousand dollar guitars.
The parts aren’t weak if you look after it correctly.
Don't drop your "2 to 3 thousand dollar guitar" and you're fine...
But weak headstocks are traditional spec and we know anything Gibson did in the 70s is bad
Nathan Boone mostly just the boomers complaining. I think once they’re gone many younger people including myself find the 70s/80s Gibsons to be quite fascinating. Sound and play better than all the crap being put out today in the production line. I’ll take that volute and single piece back over the 2-3 piece backs, Chinese cases, and bad QC of today’s modern les Paul. Especially the late 70s are some of the best LP I’ve played as a 19 year old.
I need this. The Bridge more so BUT I DON'T CARE ABOUT THE BACK OF THE HEADSTOCK. Anything to stop the infamous "oops there it goes, it snapped" meme with gibsons is a welcome addition.
Being from Chicago, all I can say is Chicago Music Exchange is amazing when it comes to Les Paul's and vintage guitars and amps since, I think, the 70's or even earlier. I can spend hours in there just taking it all in.
Your channel has improved massively, thanks man.
If it makes the head stock stronger they should do it.
Yup, I would enjoy it and I like the "finger"!
Get out the dremel, carve some knuckles and a nail into it. I like it.
To be honest, I'd rock just about any guitar! But I really like that LP Special!
Gibson has been giving players more than one finger with their prices for years.
During this confinement, you're still doing a fantastic job of giving us new guitars to know about. Thanks man!
I love your videos, dude! So informative and fun at the same time)))
The shape of the tailpiece mimicks the shape of the fingerboard inlays. Nice subtle touch
Trogley ....that Nashville finish is gorgeous
Almost every time you don’t like a finish I usually love it 😂
Honestly, I kinda like it
Sideburn eating contest....Polk County Fair....July 7th....we are Troglydites
I think that SPECIAL is pretty ...the orange color and black binding looks great
Nice choice with Greg doing the demo. What an artist huh!
As a former Engineering Manager . Sometimes making great long lasting products doesn't fit some corporations profit models
Thanks Trogly for kickin' @$s!
Thing is pretty awesome
Just ordered a Gibson axcess custom in Bengal burst,Hope it arrives soon,would make this crazy year Whole lot better.
That special is gorgeous. Would rock it 24/7
I love the LP Special's color scheme. This*, on a regular Les Paul, w/o a pickguard, would look pretty spectacular.
*Both the top figuring, the fiery orange burst, combined with the black binding and knobs. The tailpiece coud use the black treatment as well tho.
I would have been curious to see you tear that one down on the bench. Interesting guitar but I like the Rhino shape too.
Austin, great video as always! I just wanted to add that the "apex head carve" design has actually been in instrument design for over 150 years. I have an 1860's Martin and have seen a couple early 1900's Gibson mandolins that all have this kind of carve on the back of the peghead to add strengthening against breakage. Interesting that it fell out of fashion for so long.
I like the bridge.
@1:15 The bridge you show is not a Leo Quann Badass, it is a Schaller, and I’m pretty sure the first wraparound bridge Gibson used was the original Les Paul trapeze tailpiece on the first ES-295’s and Les Paul models followed by the stopbar bridge in 1954.
That is the way I heard it too.
Luka Marinov it doesn’t fall under “wrap around adjusting bridge”
Yes it does, because that is exactly how it works, it’s merely mounted differently.
Wilkinson makes an excellent fully adjustable wrap around, I have one on a junior
We need valutes again on Gibsons!
I love that bridge so much
It's not bad, but I definitely DIG that Rhino... gonna have to go back and re-watch that vid now...
I'd rock this for sure! Tnx Trogly for doing what you do.
I do like the extra wood on the headstock. Very interesting Gibson LP, and I am sure your right about its value.
The refined "spine: version of that volute would be stronger actually for the same reason a 2×4 is stronger on end which is how houses are built. Great vids!
Hey Trogly, would you be able to review and Epiphone SG Pro 1966? I heard they’re really good this year and I want to buy one but I’d love to get your opinion since you’re one of the only trustworthy guitar info youtubers. Much Appreciated!
Cheers!
Love your content Trogly!
oh man is that a gothic SG in the background? badass!
That SG does look bada$$, especially with the black fretboard and no fret markers.
I don't think so. I own an SG Gothic. This guitar in the background is a totally different layout.
The guitar in the background is a Gibson SG CM Black
The apex to the headstock prototype #1, I think its a steal, as in it makes for a investment. I see this coming in style. I perfer the spine looking one but, combine the lower section the hand touches on the red prototype. #1 or just lowering it a bit there. Sweet guitars for sure. Thx for sharing. Keep em' coming! 👍👀🎸
The “pinstriped” figure that you’re looking at is commonly known as “fiddleback curl”. Additionally, my first thought was the volute looks like a middle finger 😂 glad you think so too
The Flat Top Specials pick gaurd looks like one of the statues from Pink Floyd's Division Bell album cover! Kind of cool
I honestly miss the volute. If they brought it back for the 70’s V i would definitely buy one. That’s probably why my go to guitars are my 78 LP Custom & 79 LP Deluxe.
The idea of headstock supports and different bridges are exactly the kind of options Gibson needs to get back on top. gibson needs to understand that people will buy from them at their price point just because it's a gibson even if they can get what they want from gibson rather than a guitar of equal or greater quality another company for much less money. I'd love to see high quality extended range(7, 8 and 9 string), multiscale flying V's, Explorers, and RD's with classic and modern finishes.
Can't say I'm a fan of this guitar.....nope not at all I would not rock it but the Troglys guitar now that ROCKS! Great episode Austin
As always thanks very much, have a great weekend.
Interesting proto there. Trying to remedy the headstock snap is comendible by Gibson, and actually (from an engineering standpoint) the apex design may be a bit stronger. Thanks for the vid & info, Trog, I'd rock it after giving the fall down test to the thing ;-P
That Les Paul Special looks awesome with the exception of Black binding. Black binding just gives me a cheap look feeeling, unless the Guitar was a white finish.
Gotta love Gregory Kochery and Wildwood Guitars!!!
Would I rock that beautiful guitar? With tears of joy!
I liked the other one as much, and having Mr. Koch on was the special candy center of the show.
Cool guitar, yeah, I'd Rock That Les Paul.
Big fan of the wrap-tail, I'd love to give this guitar a test-drive.
Hey man if you wouldn't mind could you please review the Epiphone SG Muse?!?
Jonathan Lindemann please review anything but a Gibson or Epi!!!
I think it’s stunning! I would just ignore the middle finger on the back 😂
That’s flat top custom has got to sound amazing. The extra wood probably gives it a little bit of beef.
I like the way the headstock rib(?) thickens the volume but I like the way it makes a nest for the tuners. I guess the type of tuners would make a big difference in looks.
Stronger is better?
I agree with you on that headstock. It does look like a stronger headstock. I think it should've had a combination of the rhino and the part of the valute that is wider and flatter.
As far as the prototype I'd rock it.
I love the bridge on the Modern prototype and I think they should have kept that version of the head carve. I don't think it looks especially explicit and, as you pointed out, it's probably a lot stronger than the spike.
i saw something like that bridge not long ago and it was on a knife edge mounting and you could push down with your PALM and get a vibrato effect...seems like it was a Fender product.
Yes I'd rock it.
ROCKABLE!! That the most non-symmetrical flame top I've ever seen...or noticed. Quite nice. Does the Nashville Special seem like a glossy "Studio" type body?
The bridge is interesting and a nice top,but,never seen a lp like that!!! Greg rocks. I'd still rock cause it's looks cool
the bc Rich wrap around bridges, tonepros and a few other companies make them (including dirrect fits for gibson wrap around models) and are kind of a halfway between the gibson wrap around and gibson stop tail. they are kinda cool because you could ad a tail piece and use it either way. also they are extremely flexible since they have open tops plus screws to adjust on the posts, and have adjustable saddles. just something to consider since lower end guitars could be 1000x's more playable with a mod even a beginner could do pretty easily.
examples.
normal: images.app.goo.gl/Xx4rGg9VKJaNuGHc9
stop tail style: images.app.goo.gl/9tNecNpyJdTEf9EMA
Awesome!
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Love the head carve.
It would be nice if you mentioned what amp you used to play the many guitars you review. I love your channels content. Keep it up.
nice touch with Greg Koch killin it proper
Oh I'd rock that Custom! I'd love to know if it plays as well as it looks though!
That demo at the end looked like he was playing with a miniature scale Les Paul. Either that’s what it really was or he is a giant
I believe Greg Koch is like 6'7" or something like that
He is a giant - that was the inimitable Greg Koch....Amazing player and a large human being, but maybe one of the funniest guitarists out there as well. :)
Greg Koch rules! I'd rock the CME Special with tail piece. the Apex Proto looks okay, but the bridge definitely looks out of place. with that one, it's not so much rock or not, but would tip it over to see if headstock is stronger - or not. and you would think, for the price point, they could stamp the prototype with something other than a Sharpie. Ü ♫
Love the color Trogster! Have you done a presentation of the Les Paul Custom Classic guitar/s from 2010 I bought a new in the day red tiger from the series. Thank you and i love your work, Thanks Trogly!
I have a guitar with the Apex headcarve and it is killer. In no way does it hinder your ability to play and gives you an extra sense of security. I don't know what people's problem with it was?!?!
Nice to see something new from Gibson. Nothing too special but maybe in a new direction? Never the less thanks for information and stay safe.
If they want to strengthen that area, why not just bring the volute back? I love voluted Gibson's
Definitely would rock. 🤘🏼
yeah that bridge is cool, it looks like the studs are tone pros
The Proto Modern? Nah. The Proto Special? Fuck yes. I have a 2010 Epi " Custom Shop " Limited Run version of that Special. Translucent TV Yellow, Dual Gibson USA P90's, Tune - o - matic / stop tail, Grover tuners, rosewood bound fretboard, set neck. It's such an awesome sounding, amazing playing guitar. I would love to have the big brother version, especially with that maple top with that finish. God, I wish I didn't get laid off recently cause of fucking Covid 😭😭😭 I'm sure that will be sold by the end of the month.
I love that 2nd one
Have you noticed the difference of angles, body to neck, between the Specials and regular Les Pauls? My '74 Special is a much flatter angle, almost Fender-ish. The Les Paul case does not support the neck because of this flatter angle.
I think the headstock on the Prototype is better and they should have went up further to the very top of the head stock without rounding it off maybe forming it to the book scroll at the top of the headstock because it definitely gives more mass and in my opinion from what I have experienced more mass in the neck and headstock is really what gives you sustain
Reminds me of a recent vox guitar tailpiece i used to have
The bridge design just looks like it's made for people who like to rest their picking hand on the bridge and then palm mute. They often don't get on with wraparound bridges, so that extended shelf at the rear provides a nice flat surface for them to rest their hand on.
Hey Austin, are you going to do a review and demo of the aldo nova les paul? Really interest to find out about it, it would look great next to a bonabyrd les paul
I would, if and only if it had an access heel joint to go along with it otherwise I would just stick with my 2008 studio LP I just got for my BDay this year. also the baby grand bridge would make it like a complete custom order by me that I would never be able to afford... Beauty of a guitar though on that prototype, and after having something with a nitro cellulous finish I am thinking that a poly satin finish would be more to my liking as I may like the nitro finish as far as breathability for the wood but caring for a nitro finish guitar can be stressful as u leave it on the stand for more than a day and u wind up having to polish it to get it back to a smooth feel as I have to do with my LP studio wich has had the back of the neck sanding down to make it for od a satin finish with 12k grit sand paper as far as the seller told me when I 1st met him and told him I wanted it cause it was the right color and just about every mod he did was what I would have done any how right down to wax potting the burst bucker pickups. I just wish he left the decale on the pickups so I didnt have to worry about them being authentic.
If the end of the volute was a little more subtle, I could deal with it. The way it just looks like a door stopper glued on the back looks awful. Sand it back until the tip perfectly blends with the headstock, and I think that could have been a little more visually appealing, while still being a personal preference.
I think everyone knows a scarf joint is superior in strength because there is no grain runout like all Gibby LP designs with a one piece neck. One way to improve the Gibby LP is to break and repair the headstock. Instant sustain gain.
Hey Austin when are you going to do the review on the ormsby guitar?
Looks like a preform that was just painted unfinished. Much stronger. Though just rounded would leave more wood and still be attractive. Interesting.
That LP special... Is the pickguard supposed to be a microphone shape? Looks kinda cool.
Looks like 🗿
How does Trogly know so much about guitars 🤘ps. BIG BRAIN
If you are offended by a headstock reinforcement, you should see a psychiatrist.
Please do that 70s V soon?
Rock both❗️
I mean, Gibson have been flipping the "Bad mother finger" to other manufacturers for decades, only makes sense they start doing to their buyers too :P
You think that’s explicit? I have a guitar that is the shape of a hand giving the middle finger that also has a headstock in the shape of a Benis which can excrete liquids from a syringe attached to the back.
What are you a member of GWAR... lol 😀🤘
Wth
Thats badass
@@edrozenrozen9600 no lmao
Only Question..............Why do you have that?
LOL, I'll take your word for it, no need to post a photo.
I’m thinking someone has a bit of a dirty mind.😉
I really think the LP Special looks fantastic. Especially the top.
The bridge ruins the look of the other one. That’s my story anyway.
I think this Special deserves the same finish on the back it has on the top. Anyway it's a welcome change from the TV yellow I always found ugly (mine wears a chocolate color).
I don't mind the headstock bit, however they definitely could have blended it in better.
What song is that? I like the chord progressions. Can you tell me?
is that Gibson les paul giving me the bird lol great show
looks cool. totaly would rock the living daylight out of this guitar