It's not a bass meant for "slapping". However, if you're looking for the deepest tones imaginable from a four string bass, then this is the one you need. It's absolutely amazing and a pleasure to play!
I've been playing that bass with Labella flats for a year now. Man, it's a whole new world. You name it... Motown, blues, good old rock n roll, jazz standarts. It gives a real vintage vibe to that kind of music.
I have labella’s on my 2 Gibson sg basses they sound good,you can put the labella deep talking bass short scale 760FS-S .045-.065-.085-.105 or you can put labella 760FHBB .050-.065-.080-.100 for Beatles bass both work good.
@@phipschi4255 🙄I own a Stingray 5, G&L jazz, and Rickenbacker 4003w. All USA models, so yes I have played and owned top level instruments. What do you own?
I played one of these today, in my local guitar shop. It was sensationally good. Don’t be put off by the various ‘copy’ versions; go for the real thing and you’ll probably be very impressed.
Nice playing and demo. Love that bridge pickup. Yes, I had about 4 EB3’s as well as multiple Fenders, Stingrays, Sterlings and an Ibanez ATK which was like an EB3 and stayed in tune abit more. Now, I have a burgundy Warwick Jack Bruce Survivor bass which is huge. Would consider getting this SG bass just to play Sweet Wine from Live Cream. What this bass allows you to do is bend strings. Bend to the ‘’blue note”, bend to the octave from the 7th pushing against the fret, like Jack Bruce did in West, Bruce & Laing and Live Cream. Very nice for power trio jamming.
My first bass was a 1966 Gibson EB-O in 1976. Still have the bass but dont play out with it anymore.Great for Classic Rock and blues with its big Mudbucker at the neck position is supper low and just love it.
I picked up the 120th anniversary version of this at a pawn shop for $150. I play it all the time. It’s such a fun punky bass. Also I got it for a super sweet deal haha
I want one of these but everything I see says a bridge upgrade is needed. Is it worth the now $2000 price point only to have to upgrade or buy the $450 epiphone alternative?
True, these modern sg basses look like an eb-3, but have what are essentially thunderbird pickups...still a decent instrument though if you can find a good deal on a used one
Anthony Pecora, what you are experiencing when you say you "see the note" is not stupidity, it's called "synesthesia" and a very small percentage of humans experience this. I am also one of those. Look deeper into it and you'll appreciate what a gift it is. Peace!
I have both. I prefer my Gibson because it feels more comfortable. I play 50s 60s rock and some 50s to 70s country for the most part. The Mustang sounds good for that music too but the Gibson fits me better. Hope that helps. 🎶
@@twoofakinda Me too! Love to have one. They are about the same price used as a new SG. The EBO will also throw out the low end...but that's about all it does, LOL.
My first bass was a lawsuit era SG copy. I got rid of it within a year. I found it too soft and too much lacking in attitude. Been a Fender guy ever since and never looked back...
It's not a bass meant for "slapping". However, if you're looking for the deepest tones imaginable from a four string bass, then this is the one you need. It's absolutely amazing and a pleasure to play!
I've been playing that bass with Labella flats for a year now. Man, it's a whole new world. You name it... Motown, blues, good old rock n roll, jazz standarts. It gives a real vintage vibe to that kind of music.
What gauge Labella flats do you use?
I have labella’s on my 2 Gibson sg basses they sound good,you can put the labella deep talking bass short scale 760FS-S .045-.065-.085-.105 or you can put labella 760FHBB .050-.065-.080-.100 for Beatles bass both work good.
Why did he have to do an SG review? I have never liked these basses until this video. Now I'm tempted. Uuuggghhh
Had me in the first half lolol
This is one of the most comfortable basses I’ve played.
you haven't played many good basses then.
@@phipschi4255 it’s all preference
@@phipschi4255 🙄I own a Stingray 5, G&L jazz, and Rickenbacker 4003w. All USA models, so yes I have played and owned top level instruments. What do you own?
is it good for beginners? like never even touched a bass beginner?
@@Jmsul257Good for beginners? Better than most.
This bass is a beast. I love it! Real rockin' bass. I love this bass for hard rock and blues rock
I played one of these today, in my local guitar shop. It was sensationally good.
Don’t be put off by the various ‘copy’ versions; go for the real thing and you’ll probably be very impressed.
Nice playing and demo. Love that bridge pickup. Yes, I had about 4 EB3’s as well as multiple Fenders, Stingrays, Sterlings and an Ibanez ATK which was like an EB3 and stayed in tune abit more. Now, I have a burgundy Warwick Jack Bruce Survivor bass which is huge. Would consider getting this SG bass just to play Sweet Wine from Live Cream. What this bass allows you to do is bend strings. Bend to the ‘’blue note”, bend to the octave from the 7th pushing against the fret, like Jack Bruce did in West, Bruce & Laing and Live Cream. Very nice for power trio jamming.
The best bass I have
So fun to play, sounds very particular
Totally rock with fuzz 😉
Saying that i really hoped to hear some fuzz SG on your channel but there aint any :/
My first bass was a 1966 Gibson EB-O in 1976. Still have the bass but dont play out with it anymore.Great for Classic Rock and blues with its big Mudbucker at the neck position is supper low and just love it.
I have a black one and a cherry some people say to change the bridge but I’ve had 0 problems with the 2 that I have .
Jack Bruce. Sums it up pretty well
Hi great video, which amplifier is it connected to?
I got a 2018 gibby in walnut with flats a got it tuned down and it's a very dark monsterest sound though fuzz it's very scary sounding lol
Great basses for sure! Neck pickup is always a favorite tone of mine! Thanks for watching - Anthony
Wow this video is making me consider getting it .
However does anyone find it weird it's a short scale ?
Short scales are so much nicer to play why is that weird?
Once you play one you love it forever
I picked up the 120th anniversary version of this at a pawn shop for $150. I play it all the time. It’s such a fun punky bass.
Also I got it for a super sweet deal haha
$150? I'd say you got a deal!
I want one of these but everything I see says a bridge upgrade is needed. Is it worth the now $2000 price point only to have to upgrade or buy the $450 epiphone alternative?
I like it because it different everyone has a Fender or Rick.
Beautiful bass.
great Bass
The ultimate old school power trio bass.
The real EB3 is much more of a power bass.
@@bflo1000so is this
Jack bruce Cream. Andy Frazer Free 🎸🎸
Not even close. The EB3 MBer threw our out 30K...3X as much power as the SG pup.
True, these modern sg basses look like an eb-3, but have what are essentially thunderbird pickups...still a decent instrument though if you can find a good deal on a used one
Excellent 👍
This bass sounds amazing! Does it have neck dive?
A bit but for me not enough to be a deal breaker.
You can always replace the tuners with Hipshot Ultralites. Makes a difference and they're built well.
Use a thick strap I have no issues
Anthony Pecora, what you are experiencing when you say you "see the note" is not stupidity, it's called "synesthesia" and a very small percentage of humans experience this. I am also one of those. Look deeper into it and you'll appreciate what a gift it is. Peace!
nothing dumb about that description. Totally get what you mean
Boa tarde, vim aqui dizer que só o amor de Deus pode preencher nosso Vazio. Só falem com Ele
Own a 2018. Put flats on it.
Torn between this and a mustang.
I have both. I prefer my Gibson because it feels more comfortable. I play 50s 60s rock and some 50s to 70s country for the most part. The Mustang sounds good for that music too but the Gibson fits me better. Hope that helps. 🎶
@@twoofakinda The Gibby is thicker sounding to my ears, but still nowhere near as much as and old EB3.
@@bflo1000 I agree. I'd love to play a vintage EB3
@@twoofakinda Me too! Love to have one. They are about the same price used as a new SG. The EBO will also throw out the low end...but that's about all it does, LOL.
My first bass was a lawsuit era SG copy. I got rid of it within a year. I found it too soft and too much lacking in attitude. Been a Fender guy ever since and never looked back...
Careful, there's shit on the wall,behind you.
A short scale bass looks like it was made for a midget. 👶