UPDATE 10 AUGUST... OK so I didn't change my mind and all 5 guitars have now been sold! 😥 keep an eye on my Reverb shop to see what I list next... EARLIER COMMENT.... OK so I'm already having second thoughts following the first raft of lovely comments trying to talk me out of selling one of them in particular so I reserve the right to change my mind! 🤣✌

@biffabacon1203

Жыл бұрын

Aye ..take the kids to see the sweets in the shop window then take them away to buy vegetables...bah nearly spilt me pint.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

@@biffabacon1203 😆... the sweets are still all for sale at the moment though Biffa!

@georyans

Жыл бұрын

Take the R8 off of reverb and sleep on it over nite

@Idontlikethisever

Жыл бұрын

Too bad i play left 😂😂

@blakestepp7940

Жыл бұрын

Gibson R8 over the Gibson Standard 50's Burst possibly?

I really enjoy this format. Even with my ADD I watched you go through each guitar. It was interesting to hear the little nuances each have.

Great video. Great way to make those hard decisions! Thanks for the shout out at the start, I love the Tribute!

Always fun to watch your videos. Best wishes for recovery when the sale is over & done with.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers man, once I've bought a couple more I'm sure i will be fine! 😆

Sir, such an awesome quote “ .. somebody’s Holy Grail but I don’t know if it’s my Holy Grail..” wiser words have never been spoken in regards to Guitar’s, Amps, pedals or anything for that matter . Great playing and tough choices . Loved all of it.

Tough call on those final two . . . but you got there. I think I would have done the same. All I can say is what about that 1954 Custom Shop? Absolutely gorgeous - I had no idea Gibson had re-released the mid 50's P90's models. Just a beautiful piece of work, and I'll bet it's lovely to take on stage. Wow.

Great video, Colin! I’m happy to see I’m not the only one who struggles to let go of a nice guitar. But I think that for most of us “budget minded” guitar players, we know that we’re only “renting” our guitars. That’s the way I feel, at least; I’ve got a couple that I’ll hold on to no matter what, but the rest of my collection is usually only one “I’ve got to have that new guitar” itch away from moving on to someone else! CHEERS!

Hi Colin. Don't get rid of the R8. It's stunning guitar.

Very Cool and Interesting seeing your decision process. Nice work. Thankyou. Cheers

I've got the Epi Standard 50s Goldtop last week. Incredible sound and feel ! I recommend it to everybody in search for a true classic Les Paul sound. Is amazing! And I'm glad you still keep it and play it. Very good and honest reviews on this channel. Big like! Keep on the good work! :D

@benallmark9671

Жыл бұрын

I'm with ya , they're special.

@dragosciocan9320

Жыл бұрын

@@benallmark9671 I'm really glad ! Such sustain and clarity in the tone... A huge quality guitar for a quarter price of a standard Gibson. I discovered that the chunky fat neck of this Epi Standard 50s is actually more comfortable than those modern C shaped slim necks of Fender Strats. I recommend the Epiphone Les Paul Standard 50s to anyone in search for an amazing sounding and playing Les Paul. Let's not forget that this is the little brother of Gibson Les Paul. You can't go wrong with this guitar for sure.

I love your focus of these as works of art. To me guitars are like individuals, and individually unique; even though resembling others, they each have their own combination of weight, wood and character. Letting any go is often difficult. But it's also easy to get a stable TOO full and as you said, perhaps it's time for others to enjoy a few.

Great choices. Love that you shared your thoughts behind each decision. I had them all correct except for switching up the lemon drop and the white epiphone custom.

I have 10 Les Pauls and Les Paul shaped guitars too. I am not ready to let any of them go, though 🙂. Great video! It was a fun time to watch. Selling a guitar is never an easy thing.

I like the format of just displaying a lot of Les Pauls in a short time! Especially with the important introduction "the difference in tone is negligible".

Nice one Colin, all nice guitars and I'm sure they will all find good homes....

You’re a lucky man to be able to choose from so many. I would love to own an R4, my absolute favourite Les Paul, wish Epiphone would do a version of it… looking forward to seeing your review on it and to see what you get with the proceeds from your sales! Compelling viewing as always!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers man, I am incredibly lucky and I do realise that 🙏😊

Really 23.2k is just not enough subscribers. I’ve only recently started watching. These videos keep me entertained when I’m at work. To be fair my job is as exciting as watching paint dry, so it’s not hard to out do entertainment wise. These are still fantastic videos

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Nathaniel, thanks for the support mate that's appreciated! 😆👍

When it comes to gear, I always try to do more with less. I find it pushes me to be more creative and causes less distraction. Good luck with the sale!

Great show. 👍 I could listen to you all day.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Pip! 🙏😊

Wow! Another excellent video. Your struggle to decide was felt the entire time-I don’t envy you having to make those decisions. I guess that’s the plight of a Guitarists… Cheers from Arizona

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Rico!

Some tough choices, but I think you made the right decision, especially in keeping the 50's Standard. I have one in gold top and it is the guitar I wanted for a very long time and finally bought one this year. It sounds and plays fantastic and the neck is amazing. You kept one CS, the R4 with P90s which pickups I know you really like, so it gives you that sound and scratches the need for a CS. You also aparently really like the Epihone gold top as well, so that was no surprise and the modified Tokai is also a logical decision based on how well it sounds. I personally am not a LP Custom fan, but you seem to like it, so also a logical decicion. Congrats on letting go of some Les Pauls, they do deserve a new loving home.

Ha. I knew you wouldn't part with the Epiphone gold top. Lol. I knew it. Every time you play it there's a look on your face. Lol priceless. It's really cool when a guitar gives back to you. I know the feeling. Great show as usual. Cheers.

Another great video.I liked how you admited that you are actually not that much of an LP player and you can buy a bunch of sgs for the price of one of those ,so i think selling that r8 will actually bring a lot of amazing stuff for you to play and hopefully enjoy more than the r8 and for us viewers to enjoy watching you play it! Good luck with the sale and thank you for this lovely film🍻

I got my Epi Les Paul Standard 50's last week. So happy with her. She's stunning and plays great! Can't get enough of her.

I remember the recent review of the white Epi LP Custom. Nice. That's a keeper if you're thinning it to five. Like those pickups.

Sad to see them go but good that they’ll all go to great homes, I’m still loving the Lazarus thanks for the shoutout👍

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Nice one Max good to hear from you mate! 😎👍

The difficulty you encountered comes through in the video. It was fun to watch, but I can't convince myself that it was fun to make. I'd have a hard time saying goodbye to my guitars. Also, I've always liked the Mick Ronson tribute, that video was one that I revisit sometimes. I'd totally grab that one if I wasn't across the ocean from you.

@ces69

Жыл бұрын

Buy a copy of a Black Beauty, from someone like Tokai, Burny or even Epiphone and strip the top! You’d end up with a much more authentic looking replica as the Vintage models are not direct copies with quite a few differences!

Great show Colin ,😢 i hear the sadness in your voice mate , but you have to do what you have to do . I have been buying and “Selling” again , because mere mortals like us have to , one in one out kinda thing. Power to you and the show mate 🤛 Cheers 70s John 😉

I’m sitting here having my coffee before work, thoroughly enjoying this. And I guessed right on which one you’d sell at the end (cus I’d do the same). Cheers. Great video (as are all your videos).

Thx God i'm viewing this late, since i might have purchased one. Holiday is a good thing for guitar addicts. Great vid mate. I like all epi's BTW, they seem to be the next good deal. I still love my Goldtop Tokai, it is a killer guitar that tick all the boxes.

Great video, thank you. Certainly a place I have been recently. I finally realized I’m a Fender guy and off loaded all of my Gibsons. I did keep the Lazarus however! Thank you for all you do.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

It makes perfect sense if you can do that. Why do I need 10 Les Pauls when I so rarely play them?... 5 will do! 🤣👍

ha! I did go through to the end, then went to the reverb site .. I agree with your choice, although at the end, I like the "looks" of the one you kept, since they are effectively the same otherwise ... I have yet to have that problem!

I think the Epiphone 59 is and will be a cult classic now and in years to come. I would reconsider selling it unless you have two. My 2pence!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely a cult classic already.... damn you don't make it even harder for me Mike! 🤣

@USTTRM

Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas I’m honestly concerned about the factory in Qingado. I’m suspicious of the output and availability. Maybe a lot rarer than a Gibson down the line to obtain.

@joehahn8817

Жыл бұрын

@@USTTRM You ain't getting mine!!! lol

@joehahn8817

Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas After I finished playing mine last night I sat there looking at it wondering why in the fuck anybody would want to pay for a Gibson...lol

@davidharding200

Жыл бұрын

@@joehahn8817 agreed. And for quality, fit and finish far out strips Gibson.

Another great video mate. Glad you are keeping the Tokai the R4 and the Epiphone custom. And...Maybe the R8.... Always entertaining....looking forward to seeing what you are going to be up to next week... Cheers Wes

Love the looks of the white custom!

That Tokai Love Rock is just a good guitar. I really love that neck. I played a buddies and it’s amazing for the price.

@gordonshumway8030

Жыл бұрын

i know cause , have the same with a Bigsby but i wont gig with it it just to heavy

I had a 1991 Les Paul, cherry burst, zebra pickups, played like butter. It was taken and sold and I have never been able to find it or replace it. I think about that guitar regularly.

Aloha and Mahalo Colin! I haven't finished video yet but I would keep the CS '54 & '58. They would be hard to replace and if money an issue. Well be back.

Man, this was an emotional video. I don't know if I could have decided to sell any of them. I too thought I only needed one les paul, until I had two...

Well, Colin, that was interesting and insightful and your playing, as always is inspiring. Your review on the Lazarus sold me on one, buffed out the top till it gleamed and I'll never sell it. I liked the Tribute, alas, you sold both previous to this. Good luck in what comes to replace them...I'll be tuned in.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers man! 😎👍

The wife said that if I didn’t get rid of some of my guitars it is either “they go or I go!” I’m gon’na miss her!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

😆👍

Not surprised you’re selling the Epi 59 Limited Edition. I remember you just didn’t vibe with the finish in your review video. I do hope you end up getting another soon in a finish you like, I got mine because of your review and I absolutely adore it. Seeing how much you enjoy that Epi 50s, I’d bet you’d feel the same about an Epi 59 in a finish you enjoy. Good luck with all the sales!

I'm taking my PA and monitor to a cool space to donate... I have a snare drum a bass and two keyboards that are also getting donated. You can't take it with you, so it's best to pass it on, especially if it connects you with other like-minded players. Good on ya, Colin...

Mate, if one of your previous videos hadn't persuaded me to fork out on a Gibson LP Tribute a couple of months ago (which I'm LOVING btw), I'd be sorely tempted to take one of those off your hands! Best of luck selling them - as others have said I'd keep the R8, it's gorgeous.

A studio & a modern are my dream guitars

What I would do if I was in your place, I would keep the R4 and the R8 and sell the rest. You’d still have the versatility and the choice of two kind of pickups. You’d still have a goldtop and a gorgeous flame top with an attractive burst finish.

Colin, I completely agree that the differences in sound are negligible. Not only do they sound remarkably similar to one another, but the sound and tonal qualities are subjective. I've reached a point now that I'm basically playing Japanese Tokai's and a Japanese Edwards...all that is left of my American made guitars is a 92' Hamer Sunburst; and truthfully, as nice as it is, it's not my number one "go to" guitar. By the way, I think you chose the right guitars to "cull". I really enjoy your video's; they are unique in a sea of mimicry!

Great video. I'm new to guitar so I'm amazed by the size of your collection. I play on a ratty old acoustic. Maybe if I get good enough I'll own something like the ones you chose to keep one day.

@brentparks3669

Жыл бұрын

One purchase at a time, and go play them in the store to get the feel, take someone with you so you can sit back and listen.

@OTOss8

Жыл бұрын

@@brentparks3669 I feel like I'm not good enough to play in a store. I fear the judgment of better musicians.

Just bought my first SG... The Epiphone Less Paul 61 and am returning my Epiphone Less Paul limited edition 1959... The SG is way more comfortable and encourages playing wheras the 59 is a hunk of lead I'd rarely play... Thanks for your awesome SG reviews... I'd never have switched otherwise...

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Dana, nice one!.... and all of a sudden there's a whole new octave to explore eh? 😆👍

Kinda figured the Epiphone 50s was a keeper, glad to see it. I played one recently, along with a custom. I'm torn. Lol

I would have kept the Lazarus but definitely keep the Epiphone 59. It has the Gibson hardware but is more practical - you saw that when you dropped the Gibson Standard !

Once found myself faced with the same decision. Ended up selling my Epiphones and kept my Gibsons, nothing wrong with the Epiphones but I just plain couldn't part with my Gibsons.

@johnsmith-sm6mh

Жыл бұрын

I agree fella i kept my higher end guitars too but went through the affordable route as well , great guitars but the higher end do sound much better , still have a Squire thinline though 😊

@jeremywooldridge5537

Жыл бұрын

@@johnsmith-sm6mh I actually do still own one Epiphone. Kept my Master built acoustic, i don't play much acoustic and never felt the need to upgrade.

@billyhenry27

Жыл бұрын

👍

Bravo Collin on keeping the Epiphone Custom Alpnine White and the goldtop 50's ! I own them both and the 59'. I love them all .I also own an Epi SG prophecy custom tiger red with dirty finger pickups and a worn classic sg in Inverness green 9(inspired by gibson)and my second ever guitar ,an 03 epi sg special.I would of kept the standard over the R8 as well. Love the video as I do all your videos! Looking forward to next Friday's video !

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Rob! 😎👍

Oh that looked tough. 😖 The only one I was certain you’d keep was the Epi’ 50’s Gold top having belatedly watched your 5 Les Paul’s video. Further to my comment on that I’ve got my ‘56 up for sale, as I don’t think I’ll ever part with my 50’s. 👍

Gotta say, I love the way the reverb listings look against the HB amp 👍🙂

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

It’s really great value… doubles as a nice white background photography prop and can also be used as a handy door stop! 😆👍

Glad you're keeping the R4, P-90s make the best Les Paul. I'd keep the R8 and the Standard 50s as well. The three give you a great sampling of what makes a Les Paul iconic, Plus you can always sell them (much) later, when you're broke and desperate.

Thanks Colin for another really great video, loved it

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Your'e welcome Charles thanks for watching!

verry tuff decisions my brother! i was thinking something was wrong with one of my squier affy teles...got it all ready to sell...even took photos... but something told me to try something 1st...and i did...so its "on hold" til i sort something out...ill keep you updated mate!

@birdman316

6 ай бұрын

re watched this film because its cool! i went with a vintera clone bridge pup on that tele that was buggered up lol! the 1st pup didnt fit the bridge properly....which fit on the king branded offset tele perfectly!

Hello Colin. Discovered and subscribed recently.I’ve been enjoying your videos and agree with you for your love of the latest Epiphone line up. I have the Gold top 50 ‘s and the TVYellow Special . Great guitars . Left the Gold Top alone so far but have made upgrades on many others with pickups and looms from Monty’s . Hope you keep the R8 ! All the best , Ronno

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Ronno, thanks for the sub and support! 😎👍

Really enjoy your vids mate and love your playing ❤️

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Thanks that's appreciated! 😁👍

Methinks you can easily get 3.75k for the R8. But don't! There's only one way those prices go and it isn't down... Sell all the medium/ low end ones to thin the herd and keep the gems. Also you like SGs. Check this out. It's 1987. I'm 19.I sell my 1978 walnut SG standard that I'd had since I was 14 and had played for hours every day and really formed myself as a player on...to buy a Charvel pointy headstock job. 'Brown' Gibsons were NOT cool hahaha. My dad had bought it for me used in 1982 for 190 quid. Tried to track it down years later. No joy. Biggest regret of my guitar owning history. Rock on and Thanks for the great content 🤘

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

I think that's optimistic there's a lot of these out there. But I do still have a few custom shop SG's which are not for sale... 😜👍

Let go of all except the CS ones. The value of those will probably increase compared to the cheaper ones. No matter if you think they are the better guitars, there’s a strong market for Les Paul Reissues.

I think you made good choices on which ones to sell and which to keep. that r4 is one beautiful guitar!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

For sure having that R4 makes it all a lot easier!

I watch this every now and again. I just find Colin videos are fun to watch.

Your R8 is beautiful! I would love to own it 😍😍😍

You have a really nice collection, espacially because you are the person that really knows how and when to spend a hard earned money. With your playing skills you really deserve everything that u have and would love to see you playing one of the original 1959 guitars. I think you would be the best person to compare them with r8, standard 50s, and even some of the cheaper ones because you would give your honest opinion how they all compare. Best regards and best luck with your next purchases.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Samir that's appreciated 🙏😊 That would be great fun if I could compare an original '59 one day!! 😄👍

Hi Collin!. Just to say I love your passion your commitment the hard work you put in. I'm right to say that their was some emotion on desiding between the R8 and the standard?. Nice one. 👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Michael, yes that has been (still is...) a tough choice!

So glad you kept the Epiphone 50`s GOLD TOP its my go to amazing sounding guitar , bought it on your recommendation , just bought a Pelham Blue Epiphone SG special, wonder who influenced me on that purchase, oh it was you!! don t doubt yourself Col , as I`ve said before you are the Clarkson of guitars, love it or hate it your usually spot on , cheers Col keep them comming

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers man that’s appreciated! 🙏 have a great weekend 😎👍

Hi Colin, beautiful collection.

@darrencarpenter6468

Жыл бұрын

I can’t buy a guitar but I did subscribe to your TV channel. I’ll have a good look in the morning. 🤘

Keep the 2 Standard 50s, R8 and the custom with P90s. Wow, that Studio sounds great!

I feel 'ya man. Getting rid of guitars is always a lot harder than getting hold of 'em lol. Personally, if you're on the fence about a guitar, that always makes the decision a bit easier. I too have a similar issue of needing to get rid of one before my darling better half will allow me to get another & I've got a Midtown Custom that I've never quite gelled with so I've decided I need a flying V more & it's gotta go. I'd definitely keep the R8 & the R4 if I were you. Custom shop guitars just have a certain magic, albeit a very costly one but I also thought that LP Studio sounded fantastic so...? Tough choice my friend, tough choice.

@paultraynorbsc627

Жыл бұрын

Keep four different colours

As much as I would like a Les Paul standard and have wanted one since I seen them in the Carlsberg advert as a kid, the old saying is "never meet your heroes!".

I thought it would be the Gibson Standard...how wrong I was....great video, as always, Colin...glad you kept the Tokai!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

It very nearly was and could have one either way! I may be shopping for a Japanese Tokai soon... 😜

Oh my! It’s Friday, I’ve popped a cold Northern Monk ale from the fridge and I’ve settled in to watch one of my favourite guitar shows. I’ve expensive tastes Colin, as you know, and so no surprises I went a bit weak at the knees when you pulled out the R8 and that R4. That R4 in particular….. wow, is there anything cooler than an R4! Well I’m not looking to expand my collection. But if I WAS, then I’d be throwing offers at you for that R4, even though it’s not for sale 🤣. Good luck with the sales Colin, I’m sure the buyers will enjoy the fact that it was once owned by Colin from The Guitaristas!

@petergoddard1960

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I thought of you when I saw that R4, Paul!🤣

@paulstaffordcook8799

Жыл бұрын

@@petergoddard1960 Yeah, I’m a sucker for the 50’s 🤣

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Paul happy Friday mate! Yes that R4 is a real treat and it makes me feel a lot more comfortable getting rid of the R8 knowing that I still have that....it's not been in it's case for 3 years but somehow still has a wonderful 'eau de Gibson' so if I'm having a 'bad guitar day' (i.e can't play for shit) I just sniff it and it always brightens up my day! 😁 👍 Have a great weekend.

@paulstaffordcook8799

Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas Cheers Colin, you too 👍

The R8 & R4 are beautiful Colin, that custom shop vibe really smacks you on the snozzer! Just looking at them alone makes my wallet twitch.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

😁👍

Les Pauls look amazing and have a ton of history behind them... Hate how heavy they are and how uncomfortable they are to play though. The Epiphone SG (Inspired By Gibson) range get my vote 😎

Really interesting video mate. Against the flow but I would also have sold the R8. The Standard is just that....THE Standard and everything else LP is based on that. The R4 though mate is the absolute pinnacle in my view of Gibson LP ownership. That would stay with me to my grave. Oh, and what a fabulous choice of Amp to play them through. Gibson Les Paul and Marshall Bluesbreaker one of the great combos. Good luck with the sales mate.

Just bought a epi custom. Your reviews were one of those that helped me make the decision. I don't have Gibson money and epi will do the trick. Happy to see you kept the custom... Just for validation of my decision. I pick it up in 4 days. Can't wait!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Nice one!… and since this film all of the Gibsons have now gone but I still have the Custom! 😁👍👍

@tp5401

Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas I hope the Gibson's went to good homes and you still get the Gibson itch scratched in another part of your collection. Your videos are awesome! A joy to watch. Just the right pace, wit, music, talent, and relatable stories. Been a pleasure to watch!

You sold the nicest one, that R8. I would have kept that and the R4, the Standard, the Epiphone Custom, and the Tokai.

Congratulations on Your choices!! I know it must be hard, but feel You made the right ones!! Really glad You kept the Epi 50's Gold top!! I, like others who have one am really loving it!!!The Gibson CS R4 is really a guitar to keep!!! Best of Luck on the sale of the others!!! Like some of Your other viewers, can't wait to see what You get to review now!!! Good thing we Love SG's so much, makes it a little easier to give new homes for the Les Paul's we don't play as much, to others who will play them more!!! Cheers!!!!

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Blake, yes a couple of new SG's and any sellers remorse will be long forgotten! 😆👍

@blakestepp7940

Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas Amen to that!!! Which Guitar did You decide not to sell? Was it the Epiphone 59 Sunburst? You could always buff the body to add a little shine if You wanted a glossy type finish!! Lol!!! Have a Great Weekend Colin!!!! Cheers!!!!

i understand. i sold my previous and only les paul. five or six years later i bought a new one, lucky for me it is a much better guitar. not a fan of the les paul i prefer fender. but in the end i bought another and we get along.

Hi Collin, Just like you, I’m reaching for one of my SG’s far more just for all the same reasons you mentioned at the beginning of this video…. Les Pauls are indeed clunky. I was very surprised to see you have 10 of them, wow! I don’t blame you for letting half of them go. I own 2 Les Pauls here, a beautifully grained Standard and also a P90 Special, both sound so very good and I’ll probably keep these until I meet my grave. That custom R9 you own I’d definitely hold on to, it’s beautiful and sounds so very good, that Standard also sounds as good as it looks too 😊🤟

@TommySG1

Жыл бұрын

Correction your R8 rather 😊

I’ve just had to send my new custom back this week as the neck pick-up wasn’t working - would happily take yours off your hands 😅😅😅. Oh mannnn missed the sale :(

Yes im a mad Les Paul guy...ill go on reverb after the video. The R8 is looking in my soul😂

Another great episode! Really liking the channel. Almost bought the Tokai that you have, but I fell in love with an Eastman SB59 Goldtop. A grand more expensive, but Eastman are making fine high end guitars and I already owned a T486b so I knew they were special, IMO anyway. Maybe you should give them a review if you get the chance, put them up against the Gibbo’s see what you think. Thanks for the entertainment.

@theguitaristas

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Richard, yes an Eastman review is long overdue! 😎👍

Happy to be here

Wow Colin, i'm gutted i'm a Southpaw. And wifey has just seen the video title and firmly said "No". Good luck Col, i'm sure they will go to good homes.

I just bought an Epiphone Les paul 59 darkburst. Only my one came with the real deal AAA flametop edge to edge matched flame they so advertised but only a few recieved my guitar was unplayed and as new everything in the case bought it real cheap too so pretty happy only upgrades for me will be the Faber tp 59 tailpiece a real bone nut made from ancient stock bone the higher period correct pickup rings and if I really feel fancy I may polish the top finish and replace the indian Laurel fret board with a piece off Brazillian Rosewood now that's one fancy Epiphone in the end let's not forget the Les Paul was with Epiphone before it landed at Gibson so in some ways this is the real deal

Hi Colin hope you have great success selling off gear your not using. Your playing on this had the true sound of “while my guitar gently weeps”. Just think what instruments you will be playing soon:-)

R8 and R4 is what I would keep. The 50's Standard is a great guitar too

18:55 that's good to know. I've been playing for a while but just gotten into learning about wiring and pots. I'll probably get me a white Les Paul custom one day, randy rhoads really influenced my playing. I smiled when you said "I might keep it" haha I would to

@benallmark9671

Жыл бұрын

Gibson or Epiphone ?

I would keep the 1958 reissue because you know its a good one and you could always put different pickups in it

Sad to hear the Tribute moved on! When I was on my "first Les Paul" journey and found this channel, the review on that convinced me to take the Tribute over the Studio. I got the Cherry Sunburst. And I don't regret it one bit! As for your conundrum at the end, I'd keep the Standard. OR...you could sell both and take the money to find a Gibson Les Paul that you really get on with. Anywho...thanks for your expertise! Helped me out a bunch!

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Cheers Bill, the tribute was a great guitar and has gone to a great home… the standard may yet still join it! 😎👍

the R8 looks fantastic and when I see it, I loose the mind to get any other guitar. I got a nice Epiphone Les Paul Budokan Ace Frehley signature. I like so much the 1959 limited edition you got, and seems you preferred the epi 50s gold top. Cheers....

I think of selling gear everyday. I haven’t got room for it, yet I am still buying. I don’t know if it is a sick obsession, or a genuine love for the craft. Every guitar I own I have some connection too. Every pedal, strap, tuner etc, I have some sick attachment too. I have decided today to stop trying to get rid of my gear. My children can figure where they go when I pass on. I am going to continue to enjoy the pieces I have and will buy in the future. I know I will need to build a bigger studio at some point, and I will continue to love each guitar, pedal, strap, etc…. So if it makes you happy I guess it really can’t be that bad.

Hi Colin, great video, lovely les paul collection that you have. I two have a ephiphone 50s standard gold top and a Gibson les paul tribute, plus a Gibson standard 50s cherry sunburst..I love them all...I feel like you made some very tough choices over which to keep and sell..braver man than myself..I'm keeping all of mine, love all of them along with my teles, strats, acoustic, and ephiphone casino...would just like to try out a tokai les paul, to scratch that itch as you put 😀...love your reviews...great content and playing..please keep it going. Many thanks

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Cheers Andrew! Yes it’s always hard to let them go… 5 of these are now gone! 🥲

Like you say they are ALL a great perv. I have no clue how you keep up on them all but guess the channel helps loads. I have 12 guitars in total (new recent Gretsch purchase which I don't need arriving) and much as I can get as intoxicated as anyone in a shop and have sold a few for more and a few for less I guess dedication to hobbies comes in and out .....Tough LOL.....LP wise I have a Gibson Studio and an Epi Std and both just fine. I let my Gibby std go as never seeing the light of day.........You may laugh but at home, a simple pedal board into an affordable amp sim into a Roland Mobile Cube (flat response keyboard input) is heaps of experimentation for me currently........ Things change as and when of course.

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12 is a good number it think but once it starts growing beyond that you so tend to lose perspective a bit! 🤣 My home rig is a small board with just a soul food, fuzz ditto looper, and blackstar HT1HR head with headphones. I generally have about 6 guitars there on rotation but Les Paul's never stay there for long.

My choice of keepers would be: R8, R4, Epi Custom, Lemon Drop, and Love Rock since you like it that much. I must say I liked the R8 sound the best. But that R4 - woow. You have a great taste. If you find the time, please do a video on it and do it with a clean amp and a bit of a reverb - early p90s goldtop neck pickup in a clean amp is one of those mythical tones for me, think Another Brick in the Wall solo or Gilmours newer stuff like Rattle that Lock album.

You have a p90 Goldtop R4 and The Black Studio.. With an ebony board.. Keep those sell all the others. The R8 had a distinct chime during the play through. Maybe keep three

I love this guy, if you come to the states come to Brooklyn, you can hang out with us Italians.....

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