that's a darn nice Les Paul Rhett!

@smilleur

Жыл бұрын

The man himself is in the house

@RhettShull

Жыл бұрын

You’re the man Tim! You picked a helluva Les Paul!

@edhornby4885

Жыл бұрын

@@RhettShull don't lend it to him, he'll never give it back 😉

@andypearce5537

Жыл бұрын

Cool! I wanna win a “go guitar shopping with Rhett and Tim” weekend.😂

@ilmisxx2

Жыл бұрын

@@RhettShull dunno man, you should've went with the leftie goldtop imo

that shop attendant is the type i want whenever im out guitar shopping, knows his stuff, excited to help. Great guy

@FastRedPonyCar

Жыл бұрын

When you're there to sling $10k on a new instrument, you get treated differently :D

@joeltomaneng231

Жыл бұрын

@@FastRedPonyCar I bought my SG classic from Norm's and Michael gave me the same level of service. 😁

@MyAMJourney

Жыл бұрын

@@FastRedPonyCar exactly

@dallastoto3189

10 ай бұрын

How much?

@texanfournow

Ай бұрын

He left Norm's recently, I believe to go work for Yamaha. He is a musical encyclopedia and just a real good guy.

There is so much cool content this could lead to. If you still have your Nashville gifted Les Paul, I'd love to watch a video on a comparison between that and this one. Also curious to see how well a 20 year old R9 looks on the Plek machine. I'm not good on the history of Gibson but I think around 99/00 is when some changes happened with the Les Paul in a good way. I received an '03 as a 21st birthday present (parents thought it would persuade me to NOT pursue music and go to dental school, what a mistake that was). When you look up that time frame, lots of people suggest there was something special around 00-04 before the weight relief stuff popped up. That's on the standard runs, custom shop who knows; they were probably all awesome. Also kudos for not letting the top persuade you. That "Nicki" color was so gnarly looking but if it didn't melt with you as much, you did the right thing! -P

Always fun hanging with you guys- enjoy the killer guitar!!

@titustorkelsonmusic

Жыл бұрын

Brandon your knowledge of the guitars is incredible! Fun to watch you Rhett and Tim geek out over all the nuances to the guitars

@RhettShull

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for you help Brandon!

Ha, congrats mate! Pretty much the same thing as my Les Paul (give or take a few years).

@RhettShull

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@jgmeals

Жыл бұрын

I think you're one of the best guitar players on KZread🤯

@eltorpedo8844

Жыл бұрын

@@jgmeals Watch Paul Davids too! Not a question of who is better.. But if you haven't watched Paul, he's another humble likable dude who is a sick player and imparts a lot of knowledge.

@DiamondChickenPlayer

Жыл бұрын

I always remember the great vintage strat in your video

@diveactive

Жыл бұрын

Paul maybe you can do a video on how Les paul or any other is better for recordings than the live stage. ?

Congratulations Rhett on your new Les Paul, it looks and sounds absolutely beautiful it's amazing how you and Tim have that 'ear' for sound and you can differentiate between different guitars.

Wow, thanks for sharing. I was giddy watching you two go through that process! Congrats. Looking forward to hearing more from it!

Tim Pierce is the Robin Williams of guitar nerds. So much passion. Love it.

It pays off to have the right friends.Going Les Paul shopping w/Tim Pierce @ Norm's is a truly treasured experience & we got to come along for the ride! Thx Tim & Rhett...felt amazing, like I was a fly on the gear wall.

"There's a sucker born every minute" P. T. Barnum

rhett and tim together demoing guitars is the feel-good vibe we all needed

What a great thing to have Tim as a friend who is willing to come along and choose a les Paul with you...its as if he is choosing it for him....such a great guy...such an amazing sounding les Paul. Great video guys.

Imagine just going Les Paul shopping like it's a new pair of shoes haha. Well done fellas, you deserve it and enjoy it for the rest of us!

I just discovered Tim's channel and am amazed. Andy Woods, Rhett Shull, Brent Mason, Tim Dawes and Rick Beato are incredible channels for the guitar player

@Epoxydog

Жыл бұрын

If you have not already, check out Tom Bukovac. 501chorusecho These guys are all awesome and inspiring.

@liberator32

Жыл бұрын

Literally came to make the post about TB.

@kitano0

Жыл бұрын

...and for giggles and amazement, there's Greg Koch!

@sheriffdohboy

Жыл бұрын

add Paul Stafford Cook to the equation and thank me later

@thegolfnut812

8 ай бұрын

Thanks, later. @@sheriffdohboy

Loved the program what a great way to hear these guitars you guys both play great and you're right Tim is the king of tone he always has been since high school to now holy cow what a fun buying spree to have somebody like Tim and yourself finding the magic guitar congratulations.

the most satisfying guitar chase! A fun hunt and wonderful playing. Thank you for all your insights brothers!

If we can tell it is different from compressed YT audio, I can only imagine how amazing it should have sounded in the room while comparing to the others.

@ant3352

Жыл бұрын

I am just here to say that KZread at 1080p is not bad audio by any stretch of the imagination. It's how they recorded it which was poorly.

@jonbig04

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Could actually hear the difference when usually I can’t lol

@HandWiredAmps

Жыл бұрын

@@ant3352 Try recording YT audio at all video quality levels, you may be surprised at what you find.

@ShamanicSavant

Жыл бұрын

@@ant3352 Video quality does not equate to audio quality. Best audio quality YT has is about equal to a medium quality mp3. Most viewers are listening on speakers that are too crappy to tell the difference anyway :)

What a beautiful guitar 😭 congrats Rhett! ✌🏻

@charlespatrick8650

Жыл бұрын

Rhett should prob take you along when he looks for his dream Strat 🎸

@andymullins8197

Жыл бұрын

You got a pretty nice les paul yourself man 😂😂😂

I really had a great time watching this! Now you've found THE LP, as I can hear all the way from sweden what a superb sounding instrument that is. Looks the part too, so congrats.

Congratulations Rhett on a fantastic Les Paul. What a gorgeous guitar. Looking forward to seeing more of this guitar in your vids.

This may be the best video I've seen that shows the subtle differences between guitars. The playing and the passion really helped highlight each guitar's strong points.

@RideAcrossTheRiver

3 ай бұрын

Like used cars ... pick out two models and test several good examples of each.

An amazing selection of amazing LPs you were able to share with us. High five to Tim for his input and expertise too. Congrats on the fine new axe.

I love the process and Tim. Congratulations Rhett. It's a keeper.

Absolutely killer sound on that one man, congratulations. I had the privilege of going to Norm's back in May this year and came back home with my first Stratocaster, definitely a trip worth making as you said.

Congratulations RHETT! Really dug the Dynamic Duo playing these Tone worthy works of Art! You picked right!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🙏

It’s honestly wild how much better that one sounded. I was hoping the dark amber top would win out just because I love the look, but you definitely made the right choice

It was there waiting to be found by you Rhett - what a great find, there is nothing better than that feeling when you connect with a guitar, take it home, and get to carry on the story with it until it moves on. These things will outlast us, hopefully, and they will tell their story to others in the future. What a privilege. Congratulations!

Congratulations! What a fantastic sounding guitar. Watching the two of you compare Les Paul after Les Paul back to back was inspiring and super entertaining.

@Cookie4yabro

Жыл бұрын

and he came through on his day off

Great field trip man. From my armchair assessment, you got the best sounding and prettiest looking guitar from the ones you chose from although that gold top was stunning too! Thanks Rhett for sharing that experience. It was a treat to see you and Tim narrowing the selections down.

Such a great moment when you finally find what you've been hoping for. Enjoy every moment with it!

Tim just seems like an absolute Gem of a human. It was awesome watching you both be so giddy playing the one. Little window into the intangible feeling of bonding with an instrument that is so hard to put into words 🤘🏻

Congrats, man! I love how you chose tone and feel of the instrument over aesthetic-there was one other in your top 4 that I appreciated more based on its top. Nonetheless, a lesson to you guitar hunters who are actual players- seek out an environment where you can actually demo the instrument, and base your choice on what hits ya just right-that’s how ya find a “forever” guitar, friends. 🤘🏻

Let's go!! Always a fun time to go along for the ride on a guitar safari! Congrats on the killer lp

Living the Dream! That really is a SWEET guitar. To get a guitar of that level, you have play it, in context against other examples AND really know what you are looking for? Congratulations 🎉 Can’t wait to hear you play it live!

You hit the nail on the head anything from the custom shop in the 90s was a home run I own 4 alone from 95 all within a few hundred serial numbers of eachother each with its own amazing personality. From early 90s on up to today nothing compares except for a handful of originals.

Congratulations my friend! Sounds absolutely AMAZING!!!

Such fun to watch - two master playing friends loving guitars and great guitars. What could be a better way to start the day.

Bringing Tim to the guitar shop with you is a smart move for sure. Congrats on the new guitar. It's a beauty.

Thanks, guys, that was fun to watch... and fascinating. I wish I could have been there to hear and feel the actual sound. With your experience you guys were so quick to hear certain qualities and differences, that was amazing. That must be one helluva guitar you got there!

Congratulations man !! As close to holy grail LP as anyone could hope or need to be. Enjoy 🥳

What a lovely sounding guitar. Congrats Rhett

Congratulations Rhett! You deserve it without a doubt!

Rhett, Thanks for sharing your shopping adventure / experience. I'm so jealous, at Norm's with Tim Pierce shopping for a killer Les Paul! Your new LP looks and sounds awesome, congratulations!

Love that moment when you and your guitar "bond"...My 1st LP was a very similar experience. I was in Guitar Center, at the time when the walls were filled with nice guitars (as well as not even putting the more expensive guys so high up you needed help grabbing it) I went through quite a few and the guy helping me went to the back and grabbed a Custom and as soon as i started playing it i thought "OH NO! I'm in trouble!"🤸‍♀ Needless to say I walked out with it 🕺

Congrats on this absolute gem Rhett. I picked up my 50s gold top from the same guy you were working with in there. Been a dream come true from good people. Thanks for keeping YT fun still

Tim yelling "I don't want any rules!" is my spirit animal

Hello Rhett. Congratulations on your amazing new Les Paul! Late 1990s and early 2000's were some of Gibson's absolute best years on par with 56-59.

Great video, love the guitar. Love to hear the Les Paul played on stage. Good luck!

It wou;d be great to shop with Tim for anything. He always seems to find the joy in everything. Great guitar, too. Congratulations.

Rhett, of all your videos, this has to rank in a very small class of favorites. Tim is a very special guy, just as nice and brilliant as he seems and Norm's is a bucket list experience for any player. I'm so happy you had that experience and came up with that guitar. And yes, the Tim connections sure would infuse an extra sentimental element. I just have to repeat how happy I am for you.

Congratulations!! That was fun to watch and hear the differences between the guitars!!`

Sounds incredible! Loved this style video of how you select your guitar and what that process looks like and really opened my eyes as I’m in search of a ES 335. Will keep in mind in the future thank you!!

The tone on that is so sweet. Congratulations!

Congratulations on the Les Paul Rhett! It’s not only a ringer but a looker too!

Congratulations!!! Beautiful Les Paul! A real Crown Jewel!!! My favorite guitar for sure!

Great video! I felt like I'm shopping with you! To me, the one you bought and the Goldtop sounded best, '17 Brazilian looked best. You can never have enough Les Pauls... Congrats!

@johnlilley9363

Жыл бұрын

You should do a collab with El estepario siberiano

@tobygordon

3 ай бұрын

Agreed! That gold top’s sound knocked me out… but I’ve always hated the look- incredible sounding guitar that was

Me da mucho gusto que la hayas encontrado, sobre todo acompañado del Sr. Tim Pierce. Estoy retomando la guitarra seriamente desde la pandemia después de muchos años. Siempre toqué acústica y ahora recién inicio el viaje con la eléctrica, asi que estoy videos son de verdad de mucha ayuda, no tienen idea. Se aprende mucho con ustedes, sobre todo en este sobre el sonido de cada guitarra, cada detalle. Se agradece. Suerte y saludos desde Lima, Perú

Congratulations, Rhett! I have heard many Les Pauls, but that Les Paul you chose really, really stood out immediately. Happy playing!!

@RhettShull

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Beth!

Beautiful finish and tone! Awesome Les Paul Rhett! Yes, that's the best out of the lot! Congrats!

Nice video, it was good to see you and Tim chillin, and finding the right one.

Amazing how big of a difference there were. Definitely gave very different feelings.

This is definitely one of the very best videos I’ve ever seen in the Guitar KZread World. The combination of Rhett and Tim at Norm’s testing Les Pauls together is outstanding content. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Now can you guys meet me there to find my Strat?

@RhettShull

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Spanky!

@Malkil75

Жыл бұрын

Can’t say it any better than you did

@bmac6456

Жыл бұрын

@@RhettShull what pickups in your new LP?

@vintagesound8112

Жыл бұрын

@@bmac6456 I’ve got the same model 1999 R9 although he didn’t mention that it’s actually a 40th anniversary model, and that makes a big difference, these aren’t just regular custom shop, they’re limited run specials that are supposed to be (and actually are) as close to a real 59 as possible. The original pickups are Classic 57’s, perfect for this guitar.

Major Score! Happy for you brother. Gorgeous top, nice sunburst (not over the top). Killer Les Paul. Congrats. And yeah, Tim is a great guy with a refined ear.

Congrats dude! As soon as I heard that first lick on the bridge pickup, I could hear the magic.

Wow. That Lester blew all the others away. You could tell second Tim played the first note. Just a stunning guitar. Congrats Rhett

Beautiful r9! They did perfect on the color. But man that tone is undeniable. Great buy!

AWESOME guitar, congratulations!!! Such a great Les Paul 👍👍👍

Super nice LP, and very interesting to hear the differences in the also-rans. You did pick a winner- congrats!

The first time that guitar was played by Tim, it just literally exploded out of that Fender Amp. It was a legit gut punch. That thing has tone for ages.

I am so glad that the KZread platform allows us access to legends like Tim Pierce. I knew about his musical accomplishments, but now I know he has the biggest heart and smile also. Nobody enjoys playing guitar as much as Tim. Please tell me you and Tim signed/dated it somewhere, like under the pots cover.

congrats man! glad you found the one. great video too on how to search for the right guitar

You got the right one! Sounds super full and looks fantastic from any angle. Fun video I really enjoyed it. Man wish I could Paul shop with Tone King Tim! You guys rock.

The gold top sounded the best imo. It had that perfect balance, where you could play beautiful cleans with it but also just flat out rock if needed.

What a great demonstration of how much variance there can be within a guitar family. This will change the way I shop for instruments!

@CaptainCraigKWMRZ

Жыл бұрын

Or not.

@Jeff-vw7fw

Жыл бұрын

So true, not just for guitars but also for drums and cymbals too! And let's not forget tube amps!

@RideAcrossTheRiver

3 ай бұрын

@@CaptainCraigKWMRZ Tone is one thing, but effortless playability might be more important.

Awesome video, thank you!

I don't know nuthin' bout guitars but watching you guys, listening to your comments, with the tones and music was flat excellent! Thank you for sharing!

so great.....you are lucky to have Brandon there!!!! he knows his stuff!!!!!!!

Oh, now that looks like a lot of fun!

Great Pick, my ears heard a definite winner and you were spot on with your pick

Awesome!!! Congratulations!!!!

The saying "like a kid in a candy store" never applied more litterally to anyone anywhere than to Tim at Norm's rare guitars, he craked me up xD

It's pretty amazing how much variation there is between wooden instruments that are so similar in materials and workmanship. But it's significant.

@davidletterboyz

Жыл бұрын

Could be just the pickup or pole height difference. hahaha

@marvelharris9540

Жыл бұрын

@@davidletterboyz I think you might be right.. those custombuckers can be all over the place

@jsalvatori

Жыл бұрын

The wood makes no difference. All that matters is the electronics - pickups (placement and type) and tone knobs.

@dwibelsmagoo4471

Жыл бұрын

@@davidletterboyz My first thought if you are going to compare head to head make sure the pick up hight and poles are exactly the same as can be

@XxCorvette1xX

Жыл бұрын

@@jsalvatoriif that were true, guitars would be made out of plywood and shitty particle board

Found my 2020 unburst at Norms Im soooo in love with it! Great video I felt yer excitement

Rhett, Your chosen Les Paul does sound sweet and very robust. And the top, beautiful! That was a great video, of you and Tim trying out Les Pauls, what you were looking for in the tone, as well as the the comparisons between the guitars.

Man congratulations. Sounds amazing. That battle of choosing is anxiety in it’s true form.

This was an invaluable video on so many levels. Great work, Rhett. Kudos on the selection and to Tim on the assist. I try to bring someone along expressly to try and talk me out of a purchase. That way if I walked out with an instrument, it was for the right reasons. I feel fortunate to have been privy to your process. You guys answered so many questions with so few words. It would be impossible to overstate the value in that. I couldn't be more appreciative.

@spacemissing

Жыл бұрын

06

Congrats, man! Absolutely gorgeous guitar.

Excellent Rhett, enjoy!👍👍🎶

Completely awesome. Wish we knew how many video courses the viewers need to purchase to cover that gem.

@jfar3340

Жыл бұрын

best comment

Congrats! There’s something special about the Les Pauls that were coming out of the Custom Shop between 1999 - 2005. I currently own five, and they just sound clearer, meaner, and thicker than any other modern era. One strange detail I have noticed is that the neck angle on LPs from this era tend to be steeper than normal. You can identify this by simply looking at the gap between the end of the fingerboard, and the top of the neck pickup ring. I’m not sure why these LPs have steeper neck angles, but you’ll have to adjust your ABR-1 higher than normal to accommodate the higher neck angle. Maybe that’s the “secret” to the tones…haha.

When two of my favorite KZreadrs collide - sweet! Congratulations Rhett! You picked a winner😊

Super sounding guitar...thanks for letting us in on the hunt!

It seems to me those '99 40th anniversary R9s are special guitars. I have one and it's my favorite of the many I've owned as well. People use the term "good wood era" for those, and mine does have a beautifully tight, straight grain on the back and super dark fretboard. A bucket list LP for sure!

It's a ringer! Even on my laptop without headphones the difference with the other Les Pauls was obvious. You're lucky to have such a friend Rhett, that will come along and be the matchmaker between you and a mighty fine instrument.Congratulations.

@noahvillasenor67

Жыл бұрын

It blew every other guitar away and I’m watching on my phone. Can’t imagine what it sounds like in person. It went to a good home 👍

@stricknine8623

Жыл бұрын

@@noahvillasenor67 Blew them away ? Lol.

@noahvillasenor67

Жыл бұрын

@@stricknine8623 when me, Tim Pierce, and Rhett Shull are in agreement, it has to be true 😂

@stricknine8623

Жыл бұрын

@@noahvillasenor67 Lol,...That's just it, they aren't in agreement with you..All of the guitars were described as great and the one he got as the best. I'm exploiting the extreme exaggeration of the phrase "blew them away" Guitars like those being played dont get blown away..They were simply splitting hairs and the one Rhett has edged the others out.

@noahvillasenor67

Жыл бұрын

@@stricknine8623 I could also say my Epiphone blows Rhett’s R9 out of the water and not be wrong. It’s just an opinion, mate.

Congrats, great looking and sounding LP!

The sound, the top, the Binding, it's beautiful. Well done

Hi Rhett. I'm an old dude from Seattle and started guitar at age 55. Still playing and growing at age 61. People like you, Rick and Paul Davids have inspired me. Have really enjoyed watching you take off. Just an inspiring story. Really love Dipped In Tone, too! Anyway, congrats on your new Les Paul!

@RhettShull

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much J L!

@andrewdods2236

Жыл бұрын

Cool man. I’m 52, just got a flamed maple Samick (?) with LP pickups and an Orange practice amp. If you can do it at 55, there’s hope for me yet. Rock on ! 😀🤘🏻

@JL-fs9wh

Жыл бұрын

For sure!

@JL-fs9wh

Жыл бұрын

Awesome, brother! Please turn me on to your music, KZread site, podcasts, vlogs, lessons and bands you tour with. Look so forward to seeing and hearing them!!!!

6:53 It's cool how the way A players hold, and strum and play can make the same guitar can sound so different. Tim's touch has sonic implications.

@JamesHartnell

Жыл бұрын

There is a clarity to Tim's playing that was quite obvious.

@kitano0

Жыл бұрын

@@JamesHartnell Tim just amazes me on so many levels...here's this cheerful guy who looks like he might work in a hardware store who is in reality a superstar within his ranks.

Great LP!!! Sounds and looks incredible! Good job, enjoy!

Sounds great. Congrats!