Lot's of asks where you can get the Ascent range: You can find them in the USA exclusively via Mannys digital pop up store on the downloadable Bandlab App… or exclusively in the UK and Singapore at Dawsons and SweeLee… both of whom will ship worldwide I am told.
Sadly when i went to Vote yesterday i didnt see Colins name on my ballot paper , what this country needs is straight talking guy/girl/other with no hidden agendas , Good Lad.. love your work
The channel is $5 very well spent. I love that your channel is authentic, and is the only one I can think of that pretty much sticks to the punk rock ethos of DIY and Integrity the whole way. At the same time, it's clear that this has been weighing on you and it's becoming an issue so ultimately you may have to do what you have to do. I'll be supporting you either way.
This is by far my favourite TH-cam channel. Just subscribed to the TV channel. I think it's only fair to give something back for all the time and effort you put in to keeping us entertained every week.
The fact you don't do paid reviews and unscripted vids is one of the reasons why I watch your videos, you're just like most of your audience, a massive guitar nerd and it's great to watch. That said, if you were to take some sponsorship in order to enhance the channel and keep doing what you love I doubt anyone would blame you! Do what it takes to keep the channel alive mate.
@@theguitaristas No probs, you deserve the support mate. Not always sure some folks of the tube realise the amount of work that goes into the content and all the editing and commitment it takes to produce the quality that you do. Luckily many do. Its a superb channel Colin and very much appreciated mate.
Always love the channel and your stuff Colin. I was proud to see my name on your roll of honour but a bit dismayed that I was down as plain old I G Nicholls while others have more charismatic handles such as “650 Thunderbird”. When did I stop being groovy? Was it when I started wearing jeans with a stretch waistband?😢
Even without the awesome intro’s your content is still a 10/10 from me, my friend My wife often ignores the videos I’m watching but she perks up when she hears you - we agreed you’d just be the kind of bloke that would be top to have a pint down the pub with!
You're right to plug the TV channel Colin. People are used to so much free stuff online they don't give a second thought to what it takes to create it. I've just popped over to the TV channel to see what the second Heritage guitar is and you won't be disappointed folks when it shows up on your TH-cam feed.
Yep. With YT Premium one doesn't see ads, so just about every other YT'er actually puts ads in their vids these days. They also prominently mention Patreon in every vid. Colin's TV channel is his own version of Patreon with other perks included, which is brilliant, IMO, and he doesn't push it the way the other presenters push their Patreon account.
I own a Heritage H555, special order only now. Heritage recently changed hands, I suppose they have to sell units like every other business. Gibson sell Chinese made products under the Epiphone brand. Epiphone was a class instrument back in the sixties.
Hadn't heard the back story before, I've admired the quality of your show and wondered what you do for a living? Everything makes sense now. I used to be a cameraman myself, worked in tv-productions, sports and entertainment mostly. I quit couple of years ago, got burned out and stuff. It's funny though how now a days when I watch something on tv, I get these moments where I go, "Hey.. I used to do that for a living..". Keep up the good work!
They're not so much "pulling out of it", depending on what price point one considers affordable. Epi is still making all the normal Standards and Customs in the $500-$700 range they had been, and also still have the cheaper $200 bolt-ons. And they're all still very nice. They've just been marketing the hell out of the $1400+ IBGC models the last 9 months or so. Because they're selling like mad.
What you talking about? This is simply false! Epiphone aren't pulling "out of the affordable market"...they still offer their "affordable" range (whatever that means). They simply created additional product tiers. The head of Epiphone said as much in VIDEO on Gibson TV. Stop spreading false information.
Wow, I just checked Manny's on Bandcamp. The Ascents are on sale for $175 USD, and that includes thier P90's Ascent, only it's the H-137 Ascent, not the H-150.
Holy Cats! Will have to pass on these now that Fender's new Player ll series has been announced. Had no idea they were coming. They are looking super sweet. Cheers!
Im a bit of a snob when it comes to Les Pauls, bolt on necks are usually out, I really should base my opinion on how it sounds and not how the neck is fixed, the mad thing is the Fender Telecaster is my favourite guitar! I am interested to see how Heretidge look after their brand with these guitars, are they set up well?
I suppose like most of the YT audience, I couldn't care less if your videos are sponsored or not (unless maybe if it were by Putin...). You and your style of presenting is why we come and watch your content. But you do you, if you prefer your independence, kudos to you. See you soon 👊🏼
Fun video. I'm a Heritage fan from way back. I even drove by the factory in 1986 just to see where Heritage guitars were made. I had to wait more than 30 years to buy my first Heritage, but I now own three: an H-150 and H-535 with consecutive serial numbers, and a second H-150. They're fabulous guitars with at least as much connection to the golden era Gibsons as the current Gibsons have. I'm not sure how I feel about the new import range, but I'm looking forward to seeing your review.
I had a late 90's Roy Clark model that I sent to the factory for some fretwork and refurb on some scratches and dings. Ren Ferguson was there at the time and personally restored it from the ground up. Did a superb fret level, crown, etc. and took all the hardware off and buffed it, worked his magic and made it look like new! Too bad they had to resort to this to likely save the factory and business.
I was getting ready for work & had to rush to work & I was thinking of the Heritage H150 all night! After work, I looked them up & after seeing your video, I assumed the H150 was $249.00 but NO, Its 2,599.00. Thankfully I found a Bullfighter SB series LP style guitar & after tax, shipping & handling & all fee's,it cost exactly $150.00 & it's fantastic! Yeah it's a Chinese guitar but, it's rather nice!!! I got the very last one from amazon. I am very glad I purchased it!!!! Now I want every Bullstar/ Bullfighter guitar I see based on the quality of this one LP styled guitar! I'm rather disappointed that the Heritage H150 cost so much & I cannot afford one.
I stopped playing Gibson 35 years ago and switched to Heritage USA models, always got a great tone with good sustain. My old Goldtop H150 has seen 25 years worth of gigs and is battle scared but still gets the job done with ease. They really are a brand worth checking out.
My heritage story started a bit later. I bought and sold three Gibsons and couldn’t find a good one. Then I stumbled across an odd little heritage (the body is slightly smaller, like the h-140 series but has a few spec differences that don’t match up… and no serial number or control compartment sticker for information. I was told it was a prototype for the h-140 and given to an endorsee as a gift… but I don’t think that’s likely either. I’ve reached out to Ren Wall and he thinks maybe it was a factory second that had the stamp removed somehow but there’s no evidence of anything being removed from the headstock and the “made in Kalamazoo” lettering is intact. I’m leaning toward once-defective, employee finished guitar, or something or that nature). I bought it and it was instant confirmation I had my guitar. Twenty three years later, it’s still the prettiest burst I’ve ever seen and plays as nice as ever.
@@grahamzebedee5525 so as a Heritage owner and fan, what is your take on the Ascent line? I think they should have changed the name on the headstock to something other than the Heritage.
@@jfiery Hi, I have yet to see one up close to make an informed decision. I feel its better to judge with the item in hand before rushing to any conclusions.
@@grahamzebedee5525 what? Are you insane? A guitarist im YT comments being rational? Haha. Well to me, I understand the entire concept until I get to the headstock. I guess time will tell if it's a good idea.
Always look forward to your weekly video to start my weekend with a cup of coffee and some biscuits. Best annual subscription I've signed up for in awhile!
You’re a man of integrity Colin, and that’s rare nowadays. I agree with a lot on here though, none of us would think less of you for taking some sort sponsorship. If you could pick and choose what things were sent to you for free, you’d still be reviewing what you liked. Andy Ferris ( the guitar geek ) is a great example of this. His reviews are sponsored however he gives his honest opinion on everything and seems like a decent bloke in the process, much like you Col.
A suggestion for anyone looking for a new standard or custom core H-150 by Heritage, go to a Heritage dealer and ask what the best price they can give you. I was able to get several hundred off the online dealer price. And after reading online some other people’s experiences, it is common to get a significant amount off. (Not sure about the UK. I’m in the states.)
I really like your American made Heritage H150. I own a heritage Golden Eagle jazz guitar and I love it. I think Heritage is definitely, without a doubt, one of the best guitar companies out there
i still cant get over how gorgeous that finish is on the Standard heritage, holy wow its probably one of the nicest finishes i have seen of that specific Finish. ill be putting my vote towards the Standard. i want to see that beauty indepth
I’d watch Colin talk about something I had absolutely no interest in, as it happens Colin is talking about something I am interested in, so that’s nice.
@@HALWASRIGHT I don’t and wouldn’t buy the current Epiphones at their inflated price point. But this about what I’d buy, I’m a seasoned guitarist that gigs for a living. My grandkids however, they could easily save up to buy one of these. It’s a great way of getting new youngsters buying guitars at an access point that they can afford and a great way for Heritage to get them switched on to their brand....Gibson Corp and it’s subsidiaries have truly lost their way. Even as a gigging guitarist there’s no way it fork out the prices Gibson want for the quality they’re turning out.
Epiphone is out of control. I bought 2 Prophecy Exturas and had to send them both back because they were broken. And I mean actually broken, like one had cracks in the neck (5 or 6, can't remember), and the other one looked like it was put together by blind, mentally challenged monkeys with no thumbs. I mean, the bridge was crooked AND misaligned so the top string would not stay on the neck and the tuning keys were falling off and/or apart. Insane. $1200+ for that? You make me sad, Epiphone. Ended up giving a Schecter SLS E-1 a shot since I was already in that price range and that thing is like playing a finely tuned Lamborghini. Even if those Exturas had been in 100% tip-top shape, the E-1 smokes them on all conceivable fronts. Either the Schecter should be 3x more expensive or the Epiphones should be 1/3 the price they're going for based on build quality alone. Crazy they're in the same price range, doesn't even make sense.
@@theguitaristas No problem, I was going to do it for the Strummer build as company while I tackle my two Mustang builds, just need all the parts to arrive first. But this video just made it happen a little quicker.
I'm not sure if you can review this guitar. The guitar is Tease Guitar out of New York.... I'm not into budget guitars BUT this guitar is up there with a player series and performer telecaster... I got this guitar SBH-HD Series T Style TUMMY CUT 13.0K Alnico V Humbucker Great guitar and customer service. I like your personality so I hope you can do this 👍😁
CYA Colin. Don't feel like these are an obligation. We're all adults and you need not get in a bind because of YT , or us. BTW, YT can suck a hot one! Between Larry Carlton, and now Heritage, it appears they can cover that space Epiphone decided to abandon with quality and reasonable pricing. Thanks Colin, you're greatly appreciated. GAS is a real thing!!! 😳🤔
I am honored to be included in the roll of honour Colin! happy to be funding an addiction many of us have, and funding the best guitar review channel on the ‘tube🫡 - Steve
Hi Colin, I think its a good idea at this time,Heritage have been needing a cheaper alternative for a long time. I hope they do a set neck 150 at a higher price point in future as getting into heritage is not cheap. Its been holding sales up plus an Epi alternative would be good right now, hope they do well Cheers Steve.
This might be for me. Bolt on necks are much easier to do fretwork on when the time comes. I also don't like gloss necks, so removing it to do the Scotch-Brite treatment is another plus for me. I prefer dot markers as well. If the electronics suck, there are hundreds of options for upgrades.
Well, I could no longer ignore the clarion call, so I'm now signed up to the tv channel. A head-to-head with Kalamazoo H150 in the red corner and Ascent H150 in the blue corner would be a great one to see. I wonder about the bolt-on neck though, seeing the likes of Harley Benton offering set necks at similar prices or cheaper even for their Indonesian-made instruments; and those are not terrible guitars...
Colin... What a 'wicked' sense of humor you have ! (end of the 'vid')... and then... Here is some 'Blah' for you... I eagerly look forward to your weekly 'TH-cam' presentations... and find them interesting and entertaining (ALWAYS)... and... ESPECIALLY you have my attention for these three Heritage Guitars (Les Paul knock-offs... whatever ???)... Am expecting (?) not to be disappointed... You excited ? Yes... myself and lots of others too, am sure... Anyway (Blah)... I am a 76 year pensioner, six adult children, 10 Grandchildren and my youngest lad has just turned 9 years age... It took 8 years for his mother to agree to marry me and the wedding will 'possibly' be in another 8 years time ! and then (?)... Just gave him my Squier BulletStrat and VOX Amp... and he has 3 guitars now... and pay for his education etc... I also donate to Mercy Ships, (African Mercy and Global Mercy) - (perhaps I pay for the annual bill for dish washing up liquid... maybe?)... and... would dearly like to support your projects... Colin... NZ$12-00 per year I could afford... You have over 60,000 subscribers... Lower the price for TV subscription and make yourself a fortune ! ... At one time I was a Milkman and made 5 cents profit per litre of milk... after costs, taxes etc but I had 16,000 customers, including some wholesale outlets... Yes... I would also purchase your guitar skills too but again... at about NZ$12-00 TOTAL... Ok... Call me a skinflint or other appropriate words ???? Luv your 'Vids'... Cheers* Chris 🤠...
First impressions are good. I hope they have success with them. More because I hope they start putting additional ranges between these and the core models. A £600 Epiphone slayer would be a good idea to start with.
I have tried for years now to not bring things into my home that come from certain places. In that light I won’t be buying one of these, or another brands outsourcing to that country. Just my beliefs, that said, I get it and sure see allot of products that are alluring I just do without. As always, love the video.
I'd like to see a more mid-range Heritage line that would compete more closely with Epiphone. Set neck, better pickups, etc. I'm a Michigan native, and I love the Heritage story. The 150 Standards are some of the very best LP style guitars I've ever had in my hands.
You’ve got a good reputation and trust that providing you don’t water down your opinions you should take the sponsorship. Heck you could even tell people to head over to the TV channel for even more opinions etc. highlight of my week watching your videos. I’d be gutted if they stopped.
I'm guessing you've given it alot of thought but is 12:00 the best time? It's 07:00 in alot of the States and I'm in the UK and watch after work in the evening, so are you not missing out on the quick clicks?
@@georgeoh-well8116 i thought this as well. I didn't know the 1st 30 mins were so crucial. The timing of the release doesn't seem to be the best to maximize those first 30 mins. I mean it's 0400 on the west coast. 12 hours later would get a LOT more US eyes on it in the 1st 30 mins. This is of course making the assumption that his audience is mainly in the US.
Well, that's underwhelming. The nice thing about Heritage is their history. The made in china one is what... Another affordable Les Paul copy, but without the headstock and lower horn shape? I might be mistaken, but I don't think heritage are well known enough to really make this interesting.
The first one looks like my first electric guitar -- LP copy from Kent ($137 in 1983 - used). Same color scheme and knobs, etc. I am thinking about buying it for nostalgia reasons.
I have an H-555 30th Anniversary... #15 of 30. The 4 long time Gibson employees names that stayed on and bought the factory and machinery from Gibson, are engraved in the inlays along with Kalamazoo and the years of operation. Jim Deurloo, Marvin Lamb, J.P Moats and Bill Paige. They signed the label on the inside of the body. It's a gorgeous guitar. I have another H-555, along with an H-157CM and H-147 double cut. All of these guitars are of superb quality. I have Gibsons as well and really Heritage is more Gibson than Gibson is at this point.
I’m so confused, trying to follow the content that is all over the place. Cut the dribble and give us content! Just fuc_ing with you Col, great as usual and keep the stories and waffle-ing coming! Cheers mate!
@@sillysausage4549 maybe yours was a Friday guitar or bad year. I’ve owned a lot of high end guitars and my 535 is outstanding. Built in 2010, Seth in the neck and SD 59 in the bridge. Lefty as well so was custom built.
@@sillysausage4549 A lot of the older Heritage fans don’t like to hear this, but from my experience, their quality control has gotten waaaaay better since the newer ownership. I love my pre and post Bandlab Heritages though
That’s a sad outlook. Handmade will always be superior to machine made. Soulless machines making souless instruments will always result in soulless, sterile music.
what a teaser hahahaha!!! this one reminds me of when i bought a censtar LP clone in baccoburst....liked it so much i got one in "icetea burst"! ill keep the baccoburst all stock but maybe pop in a set of p94 pups in the ice tea one... that epiphone LPjr(humbucker model) is a sweet one that i got a couple weeks or so back... crazy thing happened just the other day...i was mooking around on the goodwill auction site and bid on the twin to the one i bought for 120USD from the pawnshop...wasnt even looking to win it but i got it for.....63USD!!! ill pop in a p94 in the twin since it was suggested i leave the 1st one be....the chap loved how it sounded im guessing... its a disease i tell ya!
Lot's of asks where you can get the Ascent range: You can find them in the USA exclusively via Mannys digital pop up store on the downloadable Bandlab App… or exclusively in the UK and Singapore at Dawsons and SweeLee… both of whom will ship worldwide I am told.
All owned by the same parent company which also owns Heritage Guitars… from what I can see they are only selling them in the company owned stores.
Will they be sold in the European Union? I don't want to pay any customs duty.
You're obsessed with Les Paul style guitars, that's a good thing 👍🎸🇬🇧
That ending was so well done I'm not even pissed 🤣
Man your the best of them all. Like seriously man. I look forward to Friday for more than one reason now.
Sadly when i went to Vote yesterday i didnt see Colins name on my ballot paper , what this country needs is straight talking guy/girl/other with no hidden agendas , Good Lad.. love your work
Who do you think Count Binface is?
I'd rather have Colin on the ballot than both choices in America
Love this ❤ yeah my vote right here !
Isn't there sufficient endless woffle without adding this bumbler to the list?
His maiden speech would last several days.
The channel is $5 very well spent. I love that your channel is authentic, and is the only one I can think of that pretty much sticks to the punk rock ethos of DIY and Integrity the whole way. At the same time, it's clear that this has been weighing on you and it's becoming an issue so ultimately you may have to do what you have to do. I'll be supporting you either way.
This is by far my favourite TH-cam channel. Just subscribed to the TV channel. I think it's only fair to give something back for all the time and effort you put in to keeping us entertained every week.
Cheers Steven! 😁🙏
@@stevenellis5477 bravo!
The fact you don't do paid reviews and unscripted vids is one of the reasons why I watch your videos, you're just like most of your audience, a massive guitar nerd and it's great to watch. That said, if you were to take some sponsorship in order to enhance the channel and keep doing what you love I doubt anyone would blame you! Do what it takes to keep the channel alive mate.
By far the best guitar channel on the tube, cheers Colin, looking forward to the next review vid! :)
Cheers mate 😁👍
@@theguitaristas No probs, you deserve the support mate. Not always sure some folks of the tube realise the amount of work that goes into the content and all the editing and commitment it takes to produce the quality that you do. Luckily many do. Its a superb channel Colin and very much appreciated mate.
Always love the channel and your stuff Colin. I was proud to see my name on your roll of honour but a bit dismayed that I was down as plain old I G Nicholls while others have more charismatic handles such as “650 Thunderbird”. When did I stop being groovy? Was it when I started wearing jeans with a stretch waistband?😢
@@iannicholls7476 😆👍
Even without the awesome intro’s your content is still a 10/10 from me, my friend
My wife often ignores the videos I’m watching but she perks up when she hears you - we agreed you’d just be the kind of bloke that would be top to have a pint down the pub with!
Cheers that’s appreciated! 😁👍🍺
I will be voting but I think a head to head comparison with the H150 and the Ascension. See how the budget line compares to the standard?
You're right to plug the TV channel Colin. People are used to so much free stuff online they don't give a second thought to what it takes to create it. I've just popped over to the TV channel to see what the second Heritage guitar is and you won't be disappointed folks when it shows up on your TH-cam feed.
Yep. With YT Premium one doesn't see ads, so just about every other YT'er actually puts ads in their vids these days. They also prominently mention Patreon in every vid. Colin's TV channel is his own version of Patreon with other perks included, which is brilliant, IMO, and he doesn't push it the way the other presenters push their Patreon account.
Its a pleasure to watch the reviews and to learn new knowledge! A huge thanks to you too Colin 🤗🎸
Friday night , another week closer to retirement , watching Colin . What more do I need in life 👍
A "Heritage" made in China sort of defeats the whole concept behind the name.
I get that, but how many people have $2,400 for guitars? Not many people that I know
@@sgmarshall3 Ferrari doesn't start building cars in China because not everyone can afford $500k for an Italian built one.
I own a Heritage H555, special order only now. Heritage recently changed hands, I suppose they have to sell units like every other business. Gibson sell Chinese made products under the Epiphone brand. Epiphone was a class instrument back in the sixties.
Hadn't heard the back story before, I've admired the quality of your show and wondered what you do for a living? Everything makes sense now. I used to be a cameraman myself, worked in tv-productions, sports and entertainment mostly. I quit couple of years ago, got burned out and stuff. It's funny though how now a days when I watch something on tv, I get these moments where I go, "Hey.. I used to do that for a living..". Keep up the good work!
Cheers man! 😁👍
With Epiphone pulling out of the affordable market, it seems like a good time to be bringing this out. Just need an H-170...
They're not so much "pulling out of it", depending on what price point one considers affordable.
Epi is still making all the normal Standards and Customs in the $500-$700 range they had been, and also still have the cheaper $200 bolt-ons. And they're all still very nice.
They've just been marketing the hell out of the $1400+ IBGC models the last 9 months or so. Because they're selling like mad.
What you talking about? This is simply false! Epiphone aren't pulling "out of the affordable market"...they still offer their "affordable" range (whatever that means).
They simply created additional product tiers. The head of Epiphone said as much in VIDEO on Gibson TV. Stop spreading false information.
Wow! I didn’t even know Heritage had a new budget line. I think you’re one of the first to reveal and review one of these. Very exciting.
I had no idea these were coming out!
The Ascent H-150 is currently unobtainium here in the US. Cheers!
Check Mannys on the bandlab app
Wow, I just checked Manny's on Bandcamp. The Ascents are on sale for $175 USD, and that includes thier P90's Ascent, only it's the H-137 Ascent, not the H-150.
Just got mine! (Michigan). Shipped from Kalamazoo
Holy Cats! Will have to pass on these now that Fender's new Player ll series has been announced. Had no idea they were coming. They are looking super sweet. Cheers!
Colin, his Crocs of Rock and Butterknife of Joy are the best thing on TH-cam.
Fair play to you Colin 👏
Honest reviews with no bs,
Thoroughly approve of your ethos alongside your content! I vote for the H150 for review btw . Cheers Colin, rock on 🤘
Definitely review the Standard.
Would really like to see you review high end guitars, especially custom shop.
Im a bit of a snob when it comes to Les Pauls, bolt on necks are usually out, I really should base my opinion on how it sounds and not how the neck is fixed, the mad thing is the Fender Telecaster is my favourite guitar!
I am interested to see how Heretidge look after their brand with these guitars, are they set up well?
Lol that makes no sense. A little ocd . Lol
top stuff as always mate, cheers Wes
Love the end!
I suppose like most of the YT audience, I couldn't care less if your videos are sponsored or not (unless maybe if it were by Putin...). You and your style of presenting is why we come and watch your content. But you do you, if you prefer your independence, kudos to you. See you soon 👊🏼
as a long-time tinnitus sufferer, that ending tone put me on edge. love the show!
HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY. I like like your approach!! You do a fantastic job. Thank you.
Fun video. I'm a Heritage fan from way back. I even drove by the factory in 1986 just to see where Heritage guitars were made. I had to wait more than 30 years to buy my first Heritage, but I now own three: an H-150 and H-535 with consecutive serial numbers, and a second H-150. They're fabulous guitars with at least as much connection to the golden era Gibsons as the current Gibsons have. I'm not sure how I feel about the new import range, but I'm looking forward to seeing your review.
I had a late 90's Roy Clark model that I sent to the factory for some fretwork and refurb on some scratches and dings. Ren Ferguson was there at the time and personally restored it from the ground up. Did a superb fret level, crown, etc. and took all the hardware off and buffed it, worked his magic and made it look like new! Too bad they had to resort to this to likely save the factory and business.
P.S. My #1 is a Heritage 535 and it’s a lifetime keeper. Wonderful instruments.
I was getting ready for work & had to rush to work & I was thinking of the Heritage H150 all night! After work, I looked them up & after seeing your video, I assumed the H150 was $249.00 but NO, Its 2,599.00. Thankfully I found a Bullfighter SB series LP style guitar & after tax, shipping & handling & all fee's,it cost exactly $150.00 & it's fantastic! Yeah it's a Chinese guitar but, it's rather nice!!! I got the very last one from amazon. I am very glad I purchased it!!!! Now I want every Bullstar/ Bullfighter guitar I see based on the quality of this one LP styled guitar! I'm rather disappointed that the Heritage H150 cost so much & I cannot afford one.
I stopped playing Gibson 35 years ago and switched to Heritage USA models, always got a great tone with good sustain. My old Goldtop H150 has seen 25 years worth of gigs and is battle scared
but still gets the job done with ease. They really are a brand worth checking out.
My heritage story started a bit later. I bought and sold three Gibsons and couldn’t find a good one. Then I stumbled across an odd little heritage (the body is slightly smaller, like the h-140 series but has a few spec differences that don’t match up… and no serial number or control compartment sticker for information. I was told it was a prototype for the h-140 and given to an endorsee as a gift… but I don’t think that’s likely either. I’ve reached out to Ren Wall and he thinks maybe it was a factory second that had the stamp removed somehow but there’s no evidence of anything being removed from the headstock and the “made in Kalamazoo” lettering is intact. I’m leaning toward once-defective, employee finished guitar, or something or that nature).
I bought it and it was instant confirmation I had my guitar. Twenty three years later, it’s still the prettiest burst I’ve ever seen and plays as nice as ever.
@@shanetx81 😎 Cool...
@@grahamzebedee5525 so as a Heritage owner and fan, what is your take on the Ascent line? I think they should have changed the name on the headstock to something other than the Heritage.
@@jfiery Hi, I have yet to see one up close to make an informed decision. I feel its better to judge with the item in hand before rushing to any conclusions.
@@grahamzebedee5525 what? Are you insane? A guitarist im YT comments being rational? Haha. Well to me, I understand the entire concept until I get to the headstock. I guess time will tell if it's a good idea.
Always look forward to your weekly video to start my weekend with a cup of coffee and some biscuits. Best annual subscription I've signed up for in awhile!
You’re a man of integrity Colin, and that’s rare nowadays. I agree with a lot on here though, none of us would think less of you for taking some sort sponsorship. If you could pick and choose what things were sent to you for free, you’d still be reviewing what you liked. Andy Ferris ( the guitar geek ) is a great example of this. His reviews are sponsored however he gives his honest opinion on everything and seems like a decent bloke in the process, much like you Col.
As always, great vid! You have my support.
Looking forward to both reviews, Colin!
it's the ungodly hour of 7:00 am...EST. in the USA. We're already playing with guitars!
Look forward to it every Friday!
4 in the morn on the west coast be we are here for it
Half-past 7 AM in Mexico City and ready for you Col… Cheers!
A suggestion for anyone looking for a new standard or custom core H-150 by Heritage, go to a Heritage dealer and ask what the best price they can give you. I was able to get several hundred off the online dealer price. And after reading online some other people’s experiences, it is common to get a significant amount off. (Not sure about the UK. I’m in the states.)
I really like your American made Heritage H150. I own a heritage Golden Eagle jazz guitar and I love it. I think Heritage is definitely, without a doubt, one of the best guitar companies out there
Very nice brand for the price. Very cool guitars indeed. Cant wait to hear them.
I like what you do, I trie to watch the other stuff on guitar, but you are the best.
Thanks that’s appreciated 😁👍
I love the end of this video😌
i still cant get over how gorgeous that finish is on the Standard heritage, holy wow its probably one of the nicest finishes i have seen of that specific Finish. ill be putting my vote towards the Standard. i want to see that beauty indepth
Yeah it's a beauty... proper curly maple 🔥
As soon as I see a guitar with a Les Paul shaped body my mind demands an LP shaped headstock. Nothing more, nothing less.
I’d watch Colin talk about something I had absolutely no interest in, as it happens Colin is talking about something I am interested in, so that’s nice.
I voted, Colin but, really, what I'd like to see is s side by side comparison review of the Heritage & Heritage Lite. Double the work for you :-)
What a great move by Heritage at a time when Epiphone prices are going through the roof 👍
How many Epiphones do you buy a year? You make it sound like it's a monthly heating bill.😂
@@HALWASRIGHT for me it’s 0 because I don’t think epiphones are worth the price.
The heritage I would buy without a thought
@@HALWASRIGHT I don’t and wouldn’t buy the current Epiphones at their inflated price point. But this about what I’d buy, I’m a seasoned guitarist that gigs for a living. My grandkids however, they could easily save up to buy one of these. It’s a great way of getting new youngsters buying guitars at an access point that they can afford and a great way for Heritage to get them switched on to their brand....Gibson Corp and it’s subsidiaries have truly lost their way. Even as a gigging guitarist there’s no way it fork out the prices Gibson want for the quality they’re turning out.
Epiphone is out of control. I bought 2 Prophecy Exturas and had to send them both back because they were broken. And I mean actually broken, like one had cracks in the neck (5 or 6, can't remember), and the other one looked like it was put together by blind, mentally challenged monkeys with no thumbs. I mean, the bridge was crooked AND misaligned so the top string would not stay on the neck and the tuning keys were falling off and/or apart. Insane. $1200+ for that? You make me sad, Epiphone.
Ended up giving a Schecter SLS E-1 a shot since I was already in that price range and that thing is like playing a finely tuned Lamborghini. Even if those Exturas had been in 100% tip-top shape, the E-1 smokes them on all conceivable fronts. Either the Schecter should be 3x more expensive or the Epiphones should be 1/3 the price they're going for based on build quality alone. Crazy they're in the same price range, doesn't even make sense.
@@syntheticsleep where did you order them from?
I'm interested in hearing the P90 version!
"f*ck off TH-cam" haha can't tell you how many times I've said this mate! Loved the ending, might steal that idea!!
You’re welcome! 😆 And thanks for the support as well it’s appreciated! 😊🙏
Heritage Ascent H-150 please.
Stellar burn at the end Col😂
There's something about a Les Paul with a bolt on neck that's hard to get past.
I would like you to check out the Ascent. More in my price range.
This did push me over the edge now to finally subscribe to the TV channel. Keep up the great work!
Nice one that's appreciated! 😁🙏
@@theguitaristas No problem, I was going to do it for the Strummer build as company while I tackle my two Mustang builds, just need all the parts to arrive first. But this video just made it happen a little quicker.
Hilarious! Never have I been so glad to be already subscribed to the TV channel! The best bit is over there! 😂
Hi Col, I m poorly and fed up, but your videos cheer me up , thanks mate❤👍😊
Cheers man hope you feeling better soon!
Would like to see a shootout between the 2 H-150s. I say review them both side by side!! 😎🤘🏼🎸
Keep going Colin!
Mahavishnu Orchestra for breakfast, followed by Colin going on about his new discovery. It is a great time to be alive, God Bless Y`all.
I'm not sure if you can review this guitar. The guitar is Tease Guitar out of New York.... I'm not into budget guitars BUT this guitar is up there with a player series and performer telecaster... I got this guitar SBH-HD Series T Style TUMMY CUT 13.0K Alnico V Humbucker
Great guitar and customer service.
I like your personality so I hope you can do this 👍😁
I love your films and share your love of 6 string axes
For what it's worth, the bass in "Basswood" is pronounced like the fish not the instrument...😉
There english mate . Zed z lol bass bass bass a toe mat to ta mat to to mat toe
You say tomato... 😂👍
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@@theguitaristas looking forward to the re views rev views on those guitars . I'm a numpty and I accept that lol
Another great video Colin the £250 heritage gets my vote, looking forward to the next one ☝️
CYA Colin. Don't feel like these are an obligation. We're all adults and you need not get in a bind because of YT , or us. BTW, YT can suck a hot one! Between Larry Carlton, and now Heritage, it appears they can cover that space Epiphone decided to abandon with quality and reasonable pricing. Thanks Colin, you're greatly appreciated. GAS is a real thing!!! 😳🤔
If you’re considering subscribing to the TV channel…do it! It is a great community and will help keep the Guitaristas content rolling!!
Beautiful guitars, thanks for the unboxing.
I am honored to be included in the roll of honour Colin! happy to be funding an addiction many of us have, and funding the best guitar review channel on the ‘tube🫡 - Steve
Cheers mate!
Hi Colin, I think its a good idea at this time,Heritage have been needing a cheaper alternative for a long time. I hope they do a set neck 150 at a higher price point in future as getting into heritage is not cheap. Its been holding sales up plus an Epi alternative would be good right now, hope they do well Cheers Steve.
Great video as always Collin.
This might be for me. Bolt on necks are much easier to do fretwork on when the time comes. I also don't like gloss necks, so removing it to do the Scotch-Brite treatment is another plus for me. I prefer dot markers as well. If the electronics suck, there are hundreds of options for upgrades.
Thanks for keeping it one hundred Colin.
That was a dirty trick at the end.😂 keep it up
Well, I could no longer ignore the clarion call, so I'm now signed up to the tv channel. A head-to-head with Kalamazoo H150 in the red corner and Ascent H150 in the blue corner would be a great one to see. I wonder about the bolt-on neck though, seeing the likes of Harley Benton offering set necks at similar prices or cheaper even for their Indonesian-made instruments; and those are not terrible guitars...
Sorry late start today busy at work ... 4 am or lunch time, still best part of my Friday.... cheers
Tested them in store, kinda like em. Will purchase a few for open string tuning stuff.
Naughty! I was dying for you to open that box!
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Colin... What a 'wicked' sense of humor you have ! (end of the 'vid')... and then... Here is some 'Blah' for you... I eagerly look forward to your weekly 'TH-cam' presentations... and find them interesting and entertaining (ALWAYS)... and... ESPECIALLY you have my attention for these three Heritage Guitars (Les Paul knock-offs... whatever ???)... Am expecting (?) not to be disappointed... You excited ? Yes... myself and lots of others too, am sure... Anyway (Blah)... I am a 76 year pensioner, six adult children, 10 Grandchildren and my youngest lad has just turned 9 years age... It took 8 years for his mother to agree to marry me and the wedding will 'possibly' be in another 8 years time ! and then (?)... Just gave him my Squier BulletStrat and VOX Amp... and he has 3 guitars now... and pay for his education etc... I also donate to Mercy Ships, (African Mercy and Global Mercy) - (perhaps I pay for the annual bill for dish washing up liquid... maybe?)... and... would dearly like to support your projects... Colin... NZ$12-00 per year I could afford... You have over 60,000 subscribers... Lower the price for TV subscription and make yourself a fortune ! ... At one time I was a Milkman and made 5 cents profit per litre of milk... after costs, taxes etc but I had 16,000 customers, including some wholesale outlets... Yes... I would also purchase your guitar skills too but again... at about NZ$12-00 TOTAL... Ok... Call me a skinflint or other appropriate words ???? Luv your 'Vids'... Cheers* Chris 🤠...
Cheers Chris 😎👍
First impressions are good. I hope they have success with them. More because I hope they start putting additional ranges between these and the core models. A £600 Epiphone slayer would be a good idea to start with.
Heritage is an awesome company. Buy with confidence. Thanks for the peek.
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Wow … I’m hoping the QC is good on these, because I’m really tempted to buy one & save myself $2,000 on a double humbucker.
I would love to see you review and compare them both to each other.
I have tried for years now to not bring things into my home that come from certain places. In that light I won’t be buying one of these, or another brands outsourcing to that country. Just my beliefs, that said, I get it and sure see allot of products that are alluring I just do without.
As always, love the video.
I would happily pay 2X for a set neck on the Heritage Ascent. There's something about an LP shaped object with a set neck, that rubs me the wrong way.
Same here.
Agile 3100 from Rondo music with set neck (3200 offers neck through) and mahogany+ maple cap for under $600.
I'd like to see a more mid-range Heritage line that would compete more closely with Epiphone. Set neck, better pickups, etc. I'm a Michigan native, and I love the Heritage story. The 150 Standards are some of the very best LP style guitars I've ever had in my hands.
You’ve got a good reputation and trust that providing you don’t water down your opinions you should take the sponsorship. Heck you could even tell people to head over to the TV channel for even more opinions etc.
highlight of my week watching your videos. I’d be gutted if they stopped.
I'm guessing you've given it alot of thought but is 12:00 the best time?
It's 07:00 in alot of the States and I'm in the UK and watch after work in the evening, so are you not missing out on the quick clicks?
@@georgeoh-well8116 i thought this as well. I didn't know the 1st 30 mins were so crucial. The timing of the release doesn't seem to be the best to maximize those first 30 mins. I mean it's 0400 on the west coast. 12 hours later would get a LOT more US eyes on it in the 1st 30 mins. This is of course making the assumption that his audience is mainly in the US.
Yeah man that’s a very cool guitar
Well, that's underwhelming. The nice thing about Heritage is their history. The made in china one is what... Another affordable Les Paul copy, but without the headstock and lower horn shape?
I might be mistaken, but I don't think heritage are well known enough to really make this interesting.
Cole the pitch man….cheers, mate 🎸❤️
The first one looks like my first electric guitar -- LP copy from Kent ($137 in 1983 - used). Same color scheme and knobs, etc. I am thinking about buying it for nostalgia reasons.
Hey Colin, love your videos. Look forward to them forst thing froday morning here in the east coast od thr USA
I have an H-555 30th Anniversary... #15 of 30. The 4 long time Gibson employees names that stayed on and bought the factory and machinery from Gibson, are engraved in the inlays along with Kalamazoo and the years of operation. Jim Deurloo, Marvin Lamb, J.P Moats and Bill Paige. They signed the label on the inside of the body. It's a gorgeous guitar. I have another H-555, along with an
H-157CM and H-147 double cut. All of these guitars are of superb quality. I have Gibsons as well and really Heritage is more Gibson than Gibson is at this point.
I’m so confused, trying to follow the content that is all over the place. Cut the dribble and give us content! Just fuc_ing with you Col, great as usual and keep the stories and waffle-ing coming! Cheers mate!
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My number 1 guitar is a Heritage 535. Best guitar I've ever played.
@@sillysausage4549 maybe yours was a Friday guitar or bad year. I’ve owned a lot of high end guitars and my 535 is outstanding. Built in 2010, Seth in the neck and SD 59 in the bridge. Lefty as well so was custom built.
@@sillysausage4549 A lot of the older Heritage fans don’t like to hear this, but from my experience, their quality control has gotten waaaaay better since the newer ownership. I love my pre and post Bandlab Heritages though
That’s a sad outlook. Handmade will always be superior to machine made. Soulless machines making souless instruments will always result in soulless, sterile music.
what a teaser hahahaha!!!
this one reminds me of when i bought a censtar LP clone in baccoburst....liked it so much i got one in "icetea burst"!
ill keep the baccoburst all stock but maybe pop in a set of p94 pups in the ice tea one...
that epiphone LPjr(humbucker model) is a sweet one that i got a couple weeks or so back...
crazy thing happened just the other day...i was mooking around on the goodwill auction site and bid on the twin to the one i bought for 120USD from the pawnshop...wasnt even looking to win it but i got it for.....63USD!!! ill pop in a p94 in the twin since it was suggested i leave the 1st one be....the chap loved how it sounded im guessing...
its a disease i tell ya!
I noticed at least one name that i know of in your list. Thank you to your supporters! ❤
And thank you for watching and commenting it all helps! 😁🙏
I will be subscribing to your tv channel soon.
lol you tease! I'm waiting to find out now what was in the second box???
Thanks Col, I’ll come and join you.