I recieved my AJ45S (not ME model). AJ45S kis the unamplified model. Of no matter since I play bluegrass. Besides having no internal amp the tuning machines are of plastic not nickle. Best I can tell sounds like the ME model. Guitar came from Sweetwater in Indiana via FedEx, There is a notice on box not to unbox for 24 hours. I did this and A and G string were outta tune. Tuned it to 440 now I'm happy with my Epi Christmas gift. I also own a Martin.
Nice guitar! I have the epiphone aj100ce/n which is a really similar guitar. But mine is all laminate construction with a cutaway and has a piezo pickup for playing acoustic electric. I know that solid top normally has a richer tone, but even the one I have which is a laminated spruce top has a really nice tone! Epiphone definatly makes some nice guitars, a lot of which are great for beginners or intermediate players. My guitar came with a glossy neck but I sanded it down with super high grit sandpaper to give it a more matte finish which feels a lot less sticky. I also did a low action setup to make it really easy to play. A good low action setup makes a big difference. Makes it way easier to play.
Can't quite fathom Sweetwater instructing not to unbox. Give time for Epi to acclamate to N E Texas surroundings? They instructed a 24 hour wait. Epi sat in FedEx center, amid N E Tx temps.for some time.Then another 24 hours in my home. Whats with this? Epi sat amost 48 hours in its shipping box. I've had several guitars shipped to me since I started buying them. Whattever Sweetwater wanted, Sweetwater got!!!!
Edmund: Ive forgotten the specs on this guitar that I once owned but used if for trading up to another guitar purposes. Youve answered my questions before. I was aware it had a solid top but had forgotten if the sides & back were solid too? Seems unlikely at the price point. I used it to trade up to a Martin. I think the tuning machines were of questionable quality and longevity. I bought it at Sweetwater Music.
Sounds great! Very Gibson J45 sounding, I played a $2,000.00 Gibson J45 at a guitarcenter a while back and that guitar sounds way better! Although I'm pretty positive the gibson was in dire need of a string change and some hydration as well.
What a better sir.. Morris md507 or epiphone aj220s? In sounds and wide neck distance..because the epiphone has a neck that is rather small and slim..for big fingers it doesn't feel comfortable..
Edwin. Hello my Tagalog Amigo. I'm assuming the back and sides are laminated on the 220? I own a DR400 and its a steady player at our blue grass genre clubs jam sessions. How do you compare the AJ220 and the AJ200 since they're both laminated? I was considering picking up a DR500. but I might settle for the 200 or 220. Please give me your input on this issue. My pal Ray served at Subic Bay and married a lovely Filipina.
Good day! I haven't tried AJ200 so I cannot really compare it with AJ220. It seems they are very similar. The AJ220 is great sounding and affordable priced guitar. But as you have mentioned you already have the DR400 (Masterbilt), I suggest you stick to that level. I have tried once in the store the AJ400 and it is way better than AJ220. So, if I were you, and have a budget to buy DR500, then go for it.
Hello Edwin. Thanks for the video. I just found one of these models someone was getting rid of and fixed it up a little. Do you happen to know the retail value?
I recieved my AJ45S (not ME model). AJ45S kis the unamplified model. Of no matter since I play bluegrass. Besides having no internal amp the tuning
machines are of plastic not nickle. Best I can tell sounds like the ME model. Guitar came from Sweetwater in Indiana via FedEx, There is a notice on box
not to unbox for 24 hours. I did this and A and G string were outta tune. Tuned it to 440 now I'm happy with my Epi Christmas gift. I also own a Martin.
I have too.. aj220s ..a sound very bright 👌
Top solid spruce and mahagony back..very crisp..
this is really good sounding guitar
Edwin-E true..and playbility so low and good..
visit me too sir on my youtube channel..👌🙏
Nice guitar! I have the epiphone aj100ce/n which is a really similar guitar. But mine is all laminate construction with a cutaway and has a piezo pickup for playing acoustic electric. I know that solid top normally has a richer tone, but even the one I have which is a laminated spruce top has a really nice tone! Epiphone definatly makes some nice guitars, a lot of which are great for beginners or intermediate players. My guitar came with a glossy neck but I sanded it down with super high grit sandpaper to give it a more matte finish which feels a lot less sticky. I also did a low action setup to make it really easy to play. A good low action setup makes a big difference. Makes it way easier to play.
Cool. Thank for sharing your experience!
Nice playing Edwin, you have lovely touch.
Thank you very much! Glad you like it.
Nice! You play well 👍 I’m getting one of these. Thanks 🙏🏽
thank you. Yeah, this is a nice guitar at reasonable price.
Edwin. I'm in favor of upgrading to the DR500.
A guy in our BG club has
a DR500..Sounds good. My latest buy was the
Seagull S6..love it
Good luck on your next guitar!
My ganyn pb s market?
Can't quite fathom Sweetwater instructing not to unbox. Give time for Epi to acclamate to N E Texas surroundings? They instructed a 24 hour wait. Epi sat
in FedEx center, amid N E Tx temps.for some time.Then another 24 hours in my home. Whats with this? Epi sat amost 48 hours in its shipping box. I've had
several guitars shipped to me since I started buying them. Whattever Sweetwater wanted, Sweetwater got!!!!
Epiphone is now merchandising this guitar as the AJ45 Studio model.
thanks for sharing
Edmund: Ive forgotten the specs on this guitar that I once owned but used if for trading up to another guitar purposes. Youve answered my questions before. I was aware it had a solid top but had forgotten if the sides & back were solid too? Seems unlikely at the price point. I used it
to trade up to a Martin. I think the tuning machines were of questionable quality and longevity. I bought it at Sweetwater Music.
this has laminated back and sides.
@@Edwin-E negative sir, they are mahogonay not laminate
Hi Ely, they are mahogany but not solid. Both back and sides are laminated mahogany. Cheers.
Sounds great! Very Gibson J45 sounding, I played a $2,000.00 Gibson J45 at a guitarcenter a while back and that guitar sounds way better! Although I'm pretty positive the gibson was in dire need of a string change and some hydration as well.
I wish I can try Gibson J45 someday.
Very nice sounding axe. Excellent miking. I wonder if the non-VS sounds as good.
VS is just the finish for this model (Vintage Sunburst). Other model with N (Natural)
Thanks. Listening again. This has to be the best value acoustic guitar available today especially in the Philippines
Solidd!!! 😍
I saw this guitar at a pawnshop , with the cutaway and electronics for $280. Will it be a good buy?
well brand new is around USD320 - 370, so it really depends on the condition of that $280 that you saw.
What a better sir..
Morris md507 or epiphone aj220s?
In sounds and wide neck distance..because the epiphone has a neck that is rather small and slim..for big fingers it doesn't feel comfortable..
Both are great sounding. Morris has a bit rounder neck. So it really depends on your preference and comfort with respect to your hand size
@@Edwin-E thanks mate 👍👍
Edwin. Hello my Tagalog Amigo. I'm assuming the back and sides are laminated on the 220? I own a DR400 and its a steady player at our blue
grass genre clubs jam sessions. How do you compare the AJ220 and the AJ200 since they're both laminated? I was considering picking up a
DR500. but I might settle for the 200 or 220. Please give me your input on this issue. My pal Ray served at Subic Bay and married a lovely Filipina.
Good day! I haven't tried AJ200 so I cannot really compare it with AJ220. It seems they are very similar. The AJ220 is great sounding and affordable priced guitar. But as you have mentioned you already have the DR400 (Masterbilt), I suggest you stick to that level. I have tried once in the store the AJ400 and it is way better than AJ220. So, if I were you, and have a budget to buy DR500, then go for it.
sana makagamit din ako ng ganyan someday.. 😅 More power po sainyo.
for sure yan. Tyaga lang sa studies. Dati, pahiram hiram lang din ako.
Hi edwin..why this vs model some have perloid dots on 3rd fret and some have not...
Maybe depends on the model number. VS is just the color - Vintage Sunburst.
Hi Sir Edwin-E! Where did you buy Epiphone AJ-220S? Link?
I bought this 2nd hand.
Galing nyo po manong
thanks
Sir ano magandang pang acoustic guitar yung dbest sir
madaming options, tsaka depende sa budget.
What's the neck profile?
accorinding to Epiphone website, SlimTaper. It is comfortable to play.
Does it plug in?
No. But there is version of this model with plug-in.
Very easy to play. I sold martin but I could’t sell this
yeah, this is wonderful guitar
Hello Edwin. Thanks for the video.
I just found one of these models someone was getting rid of and fixed it up a little.
Do you happen to know the retail value?
it used to sell here for NZ$ 400. But now the new model for this is J-45.
@@Edwin-E Thank you for the reply! Cheers from Canada.
Welcome. Thanks for watching.
The banjo player in our bluegrass band calls my Epiphone Masterbilt my "Cheep Gibson"!!! 72 years of playing and I still get little respect.
Masterbilt is another great guitar
The gawdy plastic E logo on the pickguard has to go...
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