Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior - Signature Guitar Review

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  • Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
  • Much excitement this week as the new Epiphone Bille Joe Junior dropped and we were lucky enough to bag one with a little help from our mates at PMT Southend. Close-up guitar 'nerdery' follows before we dust off our punk chops and have an absolute blast on this little beauty!
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    0:00 intro & coming up
    1:15 a special day
    3:49 what does it weigh?
    4:14 specs rundown
    5:34 pickup output measurement
    6:10 tailpiece & intonation info
    7:34 talking nonsense
    8:55 a look under the pickup
    10:04 inside control cavity
    10:30 billie joe signature
    11:25 neck profile & measurements
    12:05 my string locking technique
    13:47 tuning & stretching the strings
    14:54 setting the action and intonation
    17:57 what does it sound like?
    20:38 green day & some 70's punk
    23:23 a bit of reggae jamming
    25:15 so what do we think?
    27:25 where's the case?
    28:37 and finally...
    29:20 play out jam
    Signal Chain Info:
    Drive Pedals (when on): Klon KTR / RAT
    Amp: Blackstar HT1H / Marshall AVT112
    Mics AKG C414 & SM57
    Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 into Protools
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  • @theguitaristas
    @theguitaristas  2 года назад +65

    Hey All.... Just wanted to clarify that I paid £449 / US$600 for this guitar (although now listed at £489 / US$650) against the £299 / US$400 I paid for the tobacco burst... so personally I think the extra £150 / US$200 is justified by the case, collectibility, cool colour, and fatter neck. But that's just me... you may not agree! Also the good news is the hard case turned up in time for the thumbnail shoot. Hope you like this weeks film let me know!! Cheers, Col.

    • @jahbrake9791
      @jahbrake9791 2 года назад +1

      This guitar likes to get it on like a porn star! I want one

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +7

      Is it teasing you... laying there there looking sexy in that leopard fur-lined case?? ;)

    • @jahbrake9791
      @jahbrake9791 2 года назад +1

      @@theguitaristas Yes it is! 🤣

    • @jimmyhartman573
      @jimmyhartman573 2 года назад

      @@jahbrake9791 . . lmao, i thought it was just me eyeballing it sketchy like , out of the corner of my eyes . lovely red light district case for sure

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      @Radek Retdett lionheart Not actually tested but I suspect any difference would be negligible...

  • @georgecaplan11
    @georgecaplan11 2 года назад +72

    I don’t think I’ve ever heard a guitar review by anyone playing Anarchy in the UK. You play it better than the Pistols. Fantastic.

    • @carlosgarciaruiz1102
      @carlosgarciaruiz1102 2 года назад +4

      Steve Jones plays it perfectly

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +15

      Cheers George, that's very kind but I wouldn't argue that with Jonesy! :)

    • @blessedheavyelements8544
      @blessedheavyelements8544 Год назад

      1977. We're busting our a@@es trying to learn complex chords and fingerings and a friend throws this on his turntable and were like "WTF????!!! How is THIS Popular?! They are playing 4 cowboy chords!!" But we were playing that album before the year was out..just took a while to get the message as we were not UK Citizens :) God Bless The Queen..She Ain't No Human Being!!

  • @MrSpeed-lt8gr
    @MrSpeed-lt8gr Год назад +12

    Just ordered one today because of your review. Appreciate how thorough you are and how you explain in such great detail. Helps me learn a lot 🤘🏼🎸

  • @jahbrake9791
    @jahbrake9791 2 года назад +27

    You've knocked it out of the park again brother!
    Great guitar and the best playing demo yet! We got punk AND reggae!!!
    I can tell you're getting more and more comfortable as time goes on. Keep being yourself m8 and just let it all hang out!!
    I feel like we all need a single P-90 guitar.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +6

      Thanks Jason, that's appreciated!... yes and I think that's true, my ideas are coming together a bit more now I hope, still very early days really so hope to go from strength to strength! Cheers man!

  • @jahbrake9791
    @jahbrake9791 2 года назад +16

    After the soloing at the end I vote for a 1 minute solo standard for ever review!!
    Epic work brother!

  • @jamesgormley9840
    @jamesgormley9840 2 года назад +2

    Love your thorough reviews of all these great guitars. I always look forward to your videos. Keep up the good work.

  • @chrisforever1255
    @chrisforever1255 2 года назад +2

    Another great video - so nice and interesting for me to watch and listen to you talking and playing!
    Take care of you and greetings from Germany!

  • @andylowrey5174
    @andylowrey5174 8 месяцев назад

    Just ordered one and can't wait to plug in. Thanks for the in depth review!

  • @chrisflashmusic
    @chrisflashmusic Год назад +2

    Your guitar reviews are top notch. Love your channel. Rock On. Cheers.

  • @davidcaine5046
    @davidcaine5046 2 года назад +1

    Great video 👍 just pre ordered this guitar , can't wait to play it !

  • @vertigofall
    @vertigofall Год назад

    Really good review thanks! Been looking for a junior for the longest time.

  • @standingbadger
    @standingbadger 2 года назад

    Great demo and thanks for sharing the restringing tip. Look forward to the comparisons vid!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers, you're welcome glad you found it useful! :)

  • @00DUCK
    @00DUCK Год назад

    It's on my list! Thanks for the cool review!

  • @YOSTINATOR
    @YOSTINATOR 2 года назад

    I love this channel. Very relaxing and informative! My Epiphone 'BJA' gets delivered tomorrow!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Yay!! Happy new guitar day! ... let us know what you think brother 😎👍

  • @mrjfeb539
    @mrjfeb539 Год назад

    Have been out of loop dealing with health issues after a year and a half I finally got the Billy Joe I love it thank you for your great review you still do the best reviews on you tube for the affordable guitars and your choice of playing is always top notch

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  Год назад

      Hey mate, great to hear from you... it's always good to get a new guitar to lift the spirits and this Junior is great! Take care and thanks for the kind words and support as always! 😎🙏

  • @RiickMendez
    @RiickMendez 2 года назад +14

    Great video! You always review the most interesting guitars! I got mine yesterday and is a wonderful guitar. I'm lucky enough to have two Gibsons, and this doesn't feel inferior or anything like that, it feels premium and is just great. I also can't believe the price they are selling these for, including the case which looks stunning.
    Thank you for your reviews, you do a great work and hope you keep growing! Cheers!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +4

      Cheers Rick, thanks for the kind words... great to hear that you got one too man! yes I know what you mean I've played mine back to back with the Gibson and it feels and sounds just like it's more expensive counterpart. Have fun! :)

    • @allantucker4972
      @allantucker4972 Год назад

      I'm loving mine. In fact I'm so stoked with it. Plus the case is solid and plush. Was a great deal

  • @650thunderbird5
    @650thunderbird5 2 года назад

    Great, again 👍🏻👍🏻 Brilliant selection of demo tunes!

  • @robtrivetti-salvat7359
    @robtrivetti-salvat7359 2 года назад

    Had been on the fence with this one BUT this video charmed me into ordering one for my birthday. Can't wait for it to get here!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Nice one Rob! 😆👍 hope you like it let s know how you get on!

  • @vertigofall
    @vertigofall Год назад

    This was a great review thank you! Been looking for an LP Junior for literally years and this seems like a decent one.

  • @Mandobird1
    @Mandobird1 2 года назад

    Always loved the concept of a slab of wood, with a single pickup in it. Cheers, and great review/demo as usual.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Thanks mando... it’s kinda all you need! 😎👍

  • @stevecroft5068
    @stevecroft5068 2 года назад +3

    Loving these current P-90s, that are on this and the Casino Worn series, they nail it.
    Nice work as always Colin👌

    • @SionynJones
      @SionynJones 2 года назад +2

      The pro series of pickups epiphone has produced easily are one the most important transitions.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +2

      Cheers man, I agree they seem as good as anything nowadays. Thanks for support as always!! :)

  • @tomrosa4248
    @tomrosa4248 2 года назад

    Thanks for another awesome video Colin, good way to start the day. I already have two Jr's and a couple more P 90 Les Paul so no room for this one but it looks nice and play great. Thanks again.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers Tom, sounds like you have fulfilled the P90 quota nicely! Have a great weekend chap :)

  • @davew8542
    @davew8542 2 года назад

    Great video Col as always.. I’ve been thinking about one of the Epi juniors to add to the collection for a while. All the best mate. Dave

  • @garretazonsa
    @garretazonsa 2 года назад +2

    Wow glad i'm online for this! Let's go! 🍺

  • @herdogoats
    @herdogoats 2 года назад +1

    So glad you got one and reviewed it... now I think I've gotta put some cash out for one myself! I was on the fence, but this put me into, "I think I'll have that" territory. You nail these videos, quickly becoming my favorite guitar channel!! Thanks again, keep up the awesome videos!!!! :) :)

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Thanks man that’s appreciated as always! 😎👍

    • @chrisflashmusic
      @chrisflashmusic Год назад

      Got me one, its a blast to play.

  • @paultaylor2968
    @paultaylor2968 2 года назад

    We are at one. My era my youth and what a sound. Bloody Great raunchy tone through that blackstar. Love your show sets me up for the weekend like a Friday night pint with a pal.

  • @micheltremblay4774
    @micheltremblay4774 2 года назад

    Nice ending touch, thanks for an excellent review.

  • @slowfaction7360
    @slowfaction7360 2 года назад +2

    Love your reviews and have become a regular over the past few weeks. Also, love your playing - very real world and authentic....and being an old punk, love your choice of tunes...being a massive MIJ Tokai fan would love to see you review some Japanese brands such as Tokai, Bacchus, Navigator, etc...keep on the fantastic reviews...the only downside is that they make me want to spend money I haven't got!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers man that's appreciated glad you found us! Those MIJ Tokai's go for a pretty penny these days but I am on the lookout for sure! :)

  • @davidkerr1971
    @davidkerr1971 2 года назад

    Hey Colin, great post as usual. I got the chance to play the Billie Joe guitar in a shop today. I was well impressed with everything about it, I couldn't put it down. Very playable and the sound is off the chart. Great choice of tunes to play, great post, thanks again, take care.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers David, assuming you didn't buy it I am impressed with your will power!! :)

    • @davidkerr1971
      @davidkerr1971 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristasIt was very close but I was in picking up a Gibson LP junior that I had ordered. Same as Scratchy lol great guitars can’t put it down. Cheers Colin, take care
      ✌️😎✌️

  • @alanst.4417
    @alanst.4417 2 года назад +1

    Nice to see another cool junior for sure. You really seem to review the most interesting new guitars for me. Not to mention thorough pickup and cavity inspection and your trademark neck profile and measurement. Thanks Colin! And always a good classic riff choice as a bonus. This one seems to do its job well indeed, you really seem decided tearing that pickguard cover off 😉

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Oh yes this is not going anywhere!.... I know the BJA connection divides opinion, but (and no disrespect to Billie) I am happy to look beyond that and I really like this guitar for what it plays and sounds like. Cheers man!

    • @alanst.4417
      @alanst.4417 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas sure that's the way it should be IMO. The BJA name is mainly a way to attract fans and raise sales as with all these signature guitars, so why take it too seriously? 😉

  • @sgtpilko5428
    @sgtpilko5428 Год назад +1

    After watching your review I just bought one of these and I have to say that it is a brilliant guitar :)

  • @taylor12elementvb
    @taylor12elementvb 2 года назад +2

    Been using the same locking technique for strings as you demonstrated in the vid. Has worked very well for me over the years. The guitar and case here in Canada comes in at $729 (CAD) with the hard shell case. There is another option available the has a 15 watt amp, gig bag, a cord, picks and a tuner for $539 Canadian dollars. Another super vid. Cheers from Canada.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +3

      People beware though that the amp pack one comes with bolt on neck... they don’t make that clear but it should be obvious that it’s not the same guitar at all. Cheers!

  • @jetjaguar72
    @jetjaguar72 2 года назад +10

    Love watching you play! Pistols, Only Ones, The Damned, The Jam, the Clash... We grew up at the right time. Good for Green Day for keeping a friendly version around for the kids. Definitely want this guitar! Would love to hear your thoughts on the differences between this and the Gibson! 🙏
    Great content as always, thank you!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +2

      Cheers Robert, i expect everyone says this about when they grew up... but ours were the best of times! Glam Rock, Punk Rock, and Funky purple popsicle Mopeds. I shall do a comparison soon... the guitars that is, not the decades 😆👍

    • @jetjaguar72
      @jetjaguar72 2 года назад +3

      @@theguitaristas everyone says that about their generation. Definitely a true statement! We're the only ones who are right though 😅

  • @monkeypawism
    @monkeypawism 2 года назад

    What great playing. Fun review, and the guitar looks and sounds legit.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Thanks man that’s appreciated 😎👍

  • @hanovergreen4091
    @hanovergreen4091 Год назад

    Cool. Found one I hadn't seen. Love P90's and your videos :). Best Regards and Best Wishes!

  • @withinthecage5718
    @withinthecage5718 Год назад +1

    great video, just ordered this guitar thanks to you.

  • @reecehopkins9021
    @reecehopkins9021 26 дней назад

    Nice little tip on the sting lock! Thanks

  • @williamharrison248
    @williamharrison248 2 года назад +1

    I'm on another planet with you ; Great stuff , need one of these .

  • @maddmatt55
    @maddmatt55 2 года назад +1

    Love your playing - you demo a guitar using the sounds I would use if I was as good as you!! I look forward to seeing you every week. Cheers

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers the kind words that's appreciated! :)

  • @henryhartley9993
    @henryhartley9993 2 года назад +1

    Nice one, very cool guitar, nice bit of Ramble on strumming too....

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers Henry, well spotted man! I have been trying to slip that into something for ages and it just sort of happened... sounded ok so I though let's leave it in!

  • @davidharvey8812
    @davidharvey8812 Год назад

    Sounds incredible! 👌🏼

  • @atlejohnnyrygg7124
    @atlejohnnyrygg7124 2 года назад

    Great review as always.
    Looking forward to see you review some amps in the future too.

    • @voiceofexperience
      @voiceofexperience 2 года назад

      I suggest the Vox AC10: Surely the best vfm amp of 2021.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      I am toying with that idea now... should give it a go and see what I can do 🤔

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      AC10 is here... the review will state ‘really bloody loud’ 😆👍

    • @atlejohnnyrygg7124
      @atlejohnnyrygg7124 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas looking forward to it. Would also be interesting to hear your thoughts on the ht1 you used in this video too.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      @@atlejohnnyrygg7124 Will do... that's a brilliant little amp.

  • @WannesVDR
    @WannesVDR 2 года назад

    Another entertaining review, cheers.
    I own a HT1R combo and it does pack some nice tones - through a bigger cab it's even more fun. Now pondering the Studio 6L6...

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers Johan! I have also got the studio EL34 which is very good in that small combo range but there's no doubt that plugging these into a bigger cab really opens them up. Great amps.

  • @srincident
    @srincident 3 месяца назад

    Loved your review. I ordered one today.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  3 месяца назад +1

      Nice one! 😁👍

    • @srincident
      @srincident 2 месяца назад

      @@theguitaristas I've been playing mine for 3 weeks, and I can't put it down. Wow!

  • @Fretter18
    @Fretter18 2 года назад

    Nice work Colin, another girl another planet is one of my favourite punk tunes. Well played my friend and another great review.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Thanks man that's appreciated!

    • @Fretter18
      @Fretter18 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas have you ever played an epiphone supernova?

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      @@Fretter18 No I have not... some research required here! :)

  • @billsmith5054
    @billsmith5054 9 месяцев назад +1

    I really like your reviews on single pickup guitars. It got me to order the Harley Benton-Junior in Metalic Blue. There is something about the simplicity and the sound of those LP and DC style single pickup rigs. I might just get that LP style one day.

  • @alinchitown7556
    @alinchitown7556 Год назад

    Colin as usual a great review, I’m waiting for mine won’t have it till September, as well as the deep metal flake blue 60th anniversary DanElectro. Epihone has been knocking out of the Park lately. They are really a great bargain for what your getting.

  • @JJ-nq3ll
    @JJ-nq3ll 2 года назад +4

    A wonderful way to start my busy Friday with a Hot good cup of coffee & another unbiased, honest review of a great affordable sound guitar. Wonder how good or not it would sound with a set of Billy Gibbons 07/38 strings? For the past few years Epiphone have step up their game & being delivering very fine guitars, got myself a Korina wood Flying V and is just amazing looks & sound. 🎸👍

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers JJ, Korina Flying V is on my Hitlist! :)

  • @Augrills
    @Augrills Год назад

    I can tell you like this one. It shows in your playing. You sound special in this video. You get so many sounds out of this one and they’re all great

  • @richardmcpike
    @richardmcpike 2 года назад

    Another excellent authentic informative review brilliant👍

  • @roseannesnowden258
    @roseannesnowden258 Год назад

    I have just bought this guitar on your recommendation and you are right. It sounds huge. Having been used to Gibson's l was nervous about trying an Epiphone but the quality is brilliant. Your channel is the best guitar one on RUclips.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  Год назад

      Nice one! 😁👍 thanks for the kind words and support it's appreciated! 🙏

  • @wade_pisani
    @wade_pisani Год назад

    Great video once again!

  • @philodonoghue3062
    @philodonoghue3062 Год назад

    You’ve become one of my 2 go-to guy reviewers
    Great technically and artistically

  • @davelewis4215
    @davelewis4215 Год назад

    I finally decided to get one after having GAS for months because of this excellent review .
    It was the case & lining that did it for me 👍

  • @user-mt8ly9ws7b
    @user-mt8ly9ws7b 3 месяца назад

    I'm from Argentina love your channel !

  • @akwamarsunzal
    @akwamarsunzal 2 года назад +3

    You cannot beat a LPJ for some fun playing! I got the HB LPJ FAT.... Firstly, yeah, its a "cheap" but beautifully put together. Plays like a dream and deepely regret not getting a LPJ years ago ;-) Great video as always! :-)

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +2

      Cheers man, yes indeed juniors and P90's are just brilliant fun!

  • @BBQROCKSTAR178
    @BBQROCKSTAR178 Год назад

    Cheers Colin! I reckon if I owned that guitar, I’d have to give it a proper punk bashing as well!!
    Hope you have a nice weekend mate🤘

  • @jseptoski
    @jseptoski 5 месяцев назад

    Nice thorough and detailed review. I got one of these a few months ago, traded an Epiphone “custom shop” 57 RI. I’m digging the Billy Joe version more, mainly because of the thicker neck and the CTS pots.

  • @mouthbreathers2592
    @mouthbreathers2592 2 месяца назад

    Thanks for your review- it helped me decide to buy one! A little bit of typical Epiphone QC trouble- 2 high frets, but an easy fix, and I love it. Just as solid a player as my Gibson LP Special.

  • @patrickluszcz7801
    @patrickluszcz7801 2 месяца назад

    Very good Sir. Like your style!

  • @tomrosa4248
    @tomrosa4248 2 года назад

    Colin, I agree with you that the Gibson LP Jr. has a very comfortable neck. I favor that feel over my other Les Pauls, also very cool play out. Looking forward to next week's video.

  • @jubei7259
    @jubei7259 2 года назад +7

    OK, cool guitar but for playing 'Another Girl, Another Planet' you just got promoted to legendary status pal. I effing love that song!

  • @timo1947
    @timo1947 2 года назад +2

    I have the original gibson Billy Joe Armstrong version of this. Love it!

  • @clappingjazzhands9408
    @clappingjazzhands9408 Год назад

    Hello Colin. I’m making a return visit on this Epiphone review. I’ve been on a waiting list @ Sweetwater for one of these. Just checked their site & they’ve arrived, acclimating but available for purchase. Mine is scheduled to arrive December 20th😊! Your reviews are the Best on RUclips!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  Год назад

      Excellent!… hope you enjoy and thanks for supporting! 😁👍

  • @AQMusic10
    @AQMusic10 2 года назад +2

    Excellent review. I just received this guitar this week also. I have a question for you, do you notice that the pick up is farther away from the strings? I noticed this on my Sunburst also. I have the TV yellow and the pick ups are nice and close to the strings.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +3

      Funny I noticed that today...yes just a bit, maybe not enough to make it a design thing as such but it might be? I shall do a comparison with the others and we'll measure this. Cheers man!

  • @wishmaster8632
    @wishmaster8632 Год назад

    Love this guitar, this Will be my next guitar 🥃 love your videos
    Thank you for posting 🥃❤️🤟🎸

  • @legbah7
    @legbah7 2 года назад

    The Reggae sounded a lot like Dead Flowers. Love it. Love your channel.

  • @jayseb
    @jayseb Год назад

    So zen and relaxing... this is better than therapy.

  • @texasbootlegger3752
    @texasbootlegger3752 2 года назад

    Excellent informative video as always. I'm sure those whom have this guitar will enjoy.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers man!

    • @texasbootlegger3752
      @texasbootlegger3752 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas great tip on the bridge intonation and string locking. You the man!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +2

      @@texasbootlegger3752 Cheers man, I never really know if people want this amount of detail or not so its great to have feedback, so thanks for that!

    • @texasbootlegger3752
      @texasbootlegger3752 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas so you know, I ordered a drab green Casino and should get it today! Our playing style is very similar. I'll follow-up once I've played it a bit! Cheers!!!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      @@texasbootlegger3752 Nice one!

  • @iamshake7778
    @iamshake7778 2 года назад

    Amazing🙌🙌🙌
    Honest and fun review👌👌👌

  • @stevesmithers7901
    @stevesmithers7901 2 года назад

    Another great review !

  • @billybat5790
    @billybat5790 2 года назад

    I preordered this guitar a few days ago, this video broke me into getting it. Idk how it works but you should have affiliate links! Your reviews are the best

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Nice one Billy!, I reckon you’re gonna love it... let me know when it arrives and if you do that will be reward enough! 😆👍

  • @gergemall
    @gergemall 2 года назад

    Thank you. Excellent tutorial.

  • @Mission2Transition641
    @Mission2Transition641 2 года назад

    always loved Juniors. I like that P90 sound. Roars. I saw one of these used recently at a decent used price. I might pick one up.

  • @HenrikMoos
    @HenrikMoos Год назад

    The combo of the p90 and that blackstar amp it sounds fantastic

  • @sqidvishus
    @sqidvishus 2 года назад +4

    "Not enough people doing reggae demos with guitars." Man, I agree. And of course, Bob Marley rocked that Les Paul Special with two P90s. I'm slightly younger than you, but still Gen X. I was fortunate enough to discover Green Day my junior year of high school several years before they became super stars. I've always loved punk and the pop punk scene was a huge influence in my musical career. Thanks so much for the great review of what appears to be a great guitar. Cheers, mate and I hope your weekend is amazing.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers Sqid, I think that thought of Marley playing his special is what makes me go to reggae when I play specials or juniors... and of course I love the Clash so there's loads of their influences in there too. Have a good one yourself!

  • @Junkbox44
    @Junkbox44 2 года назад

    Fantastic review ☘️

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Thanks Karl that’s appreciated! 😎👍

  • @rocktorrocks
    @rocktorrocks 2 года назад

    Man I loved that Ramble On bit. Recently got into Juniors. I just got an ebony Gibson Les Paul Junior, liked it a lot after watching your video, and decided to try one for myself. Fantastic guitar. I hope they took good care of the issue with the scratches that were on yours and gave you a discount or small refund, either way it’s a fantastic sounding guitar, as is this BJA signature.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers man, they begrudgingly offered a refund for the scratched junior but only if I took the video down. That would have been pointless and I like the guitar so I said no and kept it... the film remains as a cautionary tale! Glad you got one and glad it’s not scratched proving again mine was not normal! 🤷‍♂️ as you say it sounds fantastic as does this one. Thanks for support as always it’s appreciated! 😎👍

    • @rocktorrocks
      @rocktorrocks 2 года назад +1

      @@theguitaristas Wow, that doesn’t reflect well on the dealer. But it’s good you kept the video up, since others will know to be careful of that shop. And it really is a great sounding junior regardless, I really enjoyed the loops and playing demo you did with it. For sure the scratches are not normal Gibson QC, the dealer was wrong to shrug it off as normal. Of course! Always look forward to your uploads, great way to start the weekend.

  • @philodonoghue3062
    @philodonoghue3062 Год назад

    And thanks for the setup instructions
    I also utilise the stretch the strings trick too
    Like the locking the strings hack

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  Год назад

      Funny coincidence... I have been filming this guitar again for this weeks film and the only trouble with the string locking is it's a real pain to take them off again! 🤣

  • @pinkiewerewolf
    @pinkiewerewolf 2 года назад

    I thought that I had a comment on this video but I was obviously in error.
    This Jr sounds and looks amazing. You pull some great grooves and tones when you play Jr's.
    I put this Jr on Santa's list!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Sometimes RUclips randomly deletes comments if it think it’s spam... but you were always here in spirit anyway 😆👍 and now thanks also for being here in person and for the kind words and support! 😎🎸

  • @timgoode8278
    @timgoode8278 2 года назад

    Been looking at this along with older LPJ'S. What to do???? Wrap around or with stop tail???? Thanks again for your insite, keep it coming. Bravo!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers Tim… for me it’s wrap around any day! 😆👍

  • @ITigerbaum
    @ITigerbaum 2 года назад

    Damnit man! That's a super stripped down LP with the right stuff! You can get a wide range of tones from one P90 and two pots. Great playing too! I survived the 70's and was happily surprised when my girlfriend's little brother talked me into seeing Green Day in New Orleans in '94! Punk Lives On!

  • @paul_sebastian1154
    @paul_sebastian1154 2 года назад +1

    Great review as always, it’s very difficult to find one of those in stock anywhere at the moment, but apart from the association and the slightly fatter neck, the regular tobacco burst junior can be picked up for under £200 which is a total bargain in my opinion.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers Paul, If you can pick up the regular for under £200 that's a steal!

  • @activese
    @activese 2 года назад +1

    Hi, "as you'd expect, unplugged, it just spanks", cheers, great video, and as usual great chops. Take care.

  • @Kdschaak
    @Kdschaak 2 года назад

    Damn that fretboard was as dry as an old popsicle stick. Was so happy when you oiled it up. That is a sporty little guitar.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers Kurt, yes indeed.... and bit of playing now to add some more oil and it will be very happy!

  • @ASM881
    @ASM881 2 года назад

    You’re such a great reviewer. And that accent, I wish I had that accent. It’s so cool.

  • @rosemarierawlins6734
    @rosemarierawlins6734 2 года назад

    These are my favourite guitar reviews, hands down. No BS, great comments and observations, and super tasty playing. They must be good, I bought 2 guitars based on these reviews already :)
    Could you tell me what the song you're playing is when you say "Not enough people playing reggae"? At 23:30

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Hey Rosemarie, thanks for the kind words and support!… so that little reggae loop is just an improvisation inspired by The Clash… a track call ‘Revolution Rock’ check it out and listen the whole album it’s awesome! 😎✌️

  • @TheLadsBandLive
    @TheLadsBandLive 2 года назад

    That play out did my heart good. A+

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers man that’s appreciated! 🙏😎

  • @geraldhills41
    @geraldhills41 Год назад

    great sound !

  • @roymartin500
    @roymartin500 2 месяца назад

    I'm in love with your White SG Junior! You don't see them in that finish very often.

  • @leesappleton1395
    @leesappleton1395 2 года назад

    Hi Colin,
    Enjoyed the review. I received my Billie J this week from Andertons. I had to pay full whack 489 but fortunately I received the case. I hope you get your case as they are worth dollar.
    Kind regards,
    Lee.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Cheers Lee, glad you got yours man do you love it??.... fortunately my case arrived Monday in time for the thumbnail photo and I can see why someone would want to nick it! :)

  • @jeremymiller6933
    @jeremymiller6933 2 года назад +1

    Hey Colin! I have to tell you, when I saw that Epiphone had made a signature series for Billie Joe Armstrong, I thought it was a waste of good materials that could've been used for a proper Les Paul or SG considering how bad stock is worldwide, or at least here in the USA. I've always hated Green Day... Anyway, enough of that. You made it sound pretty good!
    I always enjoy the lessons you give when you take the guitars apart, re-string them, set them up and the like. Have a good one!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers Jeremy, that's hilarious man made me laugh out loud! :) I can't possibly condone your thoughts on Green Day but let's just say I saw it as an opportunity to play a bit of 70's punk ;) Thanks for the kind words and support man it's appreciated!

  • @jordijb007
    @jordijb007 2 года назад

    Great mate, I'm really tempted by this one, someone told me they might come more colours on that juniors BJ Armstrong, will see, neck is chunky but not like the gibson? waiting to see the video comparison, funny to see we are from the same punk generation ;) Great content as allways, thanks, I'm enjoying every week

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +2

      Thanks George. Its close to the Gibson which is FAT... I've not compared yet... but close and nice! More colours?... I am having one of each if that happens! :)

    • @SionynJones
      @SionynJones 2 года назад

      Faux Tortoise shell pickgaurd would look killer.

  • @daveormand4977
    @daveormand4977 Год назад

    Hey Colin, as usual great review…I recently bought a Epi LP Special in tv yellow and love it. I’m getting a jr also and curious…if you had to pick one over the other, money not an issue…which do you prefer?

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  Год назад

      You mean what make of junior?… Eastman SB55v all day long 🔥 check out my ‘top dogear’ comparison 😎👍

  • @leoh1885
    @leoh1885 2 года назад +1

    Super impressed Epiphone are doing signature guitars. These things will sell like crazy, like the Squire J Mascis Jazzmaster. And the LP Jnr is simply one of the coolest guitars ever.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +3

      Cheers Leo, yes couldn't agree more... these are great affordable guitars an I think make much more sense (to normal people) than those high end high dollar Gibson versions. I think the LP Junior might even be THE coolest guitar ever??

    • @leoh1885
      @leoh1885 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas Haha I'll give it to you, you clearly love them!

  • @CastlesMadeOf...
    @CastlesMadeOf... 2 года назад +1

    I had a feeling you'd have one of these up your sleeve 👍

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      There's no way I could resist this one! :)

  • @michaelchiasson9088
    @michaelchiasson9088 2 года назад

    Great review, appreciate your opinions. I just purchased the standard tobacco burst and really like it, it’s a beast. My first time playing a P90. I want to switch out the black pickguard on mine for something different but cannot find any 3 hole guards anywhere that don’t ship from from China? Any ideas? This signature model is virtually the same guitar other than finish? All the best to you Colin.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад

      Hey Michael, the differences appear to be case, colour, and neck profile... will do a full comparison soon. I generally buy pickguards on ebay where there’s loads of choice and often tailor made options for just a few $... let us know what you find! Cheers man 😎👍

  • @muddyh2o240
    @muddyh2o240 2 года назад +1

    Another brilliant review guys, well done!
    Colin, I'm on the hunt for an SG with P90's, if you could only choose one (age old question) would you pick the SG Special or Jr.? Does not having the magnetic pull of the neck pickup on the Jr. really make a notable difference? Also curious if you notice a difference between a dog ear and soap bar P90?
    Perhaps a good topic for a future video? (SG Special vs. SG Jr.) That is of course, if you can get your hands on a few SG's. 😂
    Thanks guys!

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  2 года назад +1

      Cheers man thanks for the kind words! 👍 mmm SG advice required eh? Now your talking my language! 😆 Special vs Junior... i suppose extra versatility of having neck pickup makes sense if you are likely to use it. As far as extra magnetic pull you talk about that’s way to subtle a difference for the likes of me to notice 😂 it may be a thing but too many other variables to consider before that influences your decision I suspect. Main thing I notice about soap bar equipped specials (and later juniors) is the bridge pup is further away from bridge so they are a bit less bright. You really need both you know! Hope that’s helpful 😎👍

    • @muddyh2o240
      @muddyh2o240 2 года назад

      @@theguitaristas "You really need both you know!"
      That was the only answer I was expecting from you 😂 Thanks for your input, it's much appreciated my friend.

  • @aperezdeal
    @aperezdeal Год назад

    Hello, great video as always. Do you find that this particular p90 sounds better set low rather than very close to the strings? This seems to be the case with mine. Like most I am used to setting a p90 very close to the strings. Take care and thank you.

    • @theguitaristas
      @theguitaristas  Год назад

      It certainly sounds good so I left it alone! 😁👍

  • @aj81ds
    @aj81ds 2 года назад

    Great video as always. By the way, did you ever do a video comparing this guitar and the Gibson version b/c I couldn't find it?