Epiphone are absolutely smashing it. There's not a single Gibson model that I want or are interested in right now but there must be 3-4 Epiphone models that I could kill for. Absolutely love my JC wino so I know that these newer Epiphones are built to a fantastic quality.
It would be nice to see him actually play one of his epi signature guitars on stage when he releases them. Probably give the range way more kudos. I bought his last guitar the 62 335 and it's a really nice instrument so well done Joe. 👏👍
He's not my cup of tea, ever since he left Bloodline, and I'm not really a brand boy of his, but this is definitely one I can get behind and have to have. It's got just enough of those unique features not available on the other production models that it makes it super interesting and desirable in my opinion. Also it makes me super excited about the purported upcoming Dave Grohl signature model and the Jake Kiszka SG. Very cool.
They're asking $1,400 for this and it doesn't even have Gibson burstbuckers. Just the cheap Epi ones. Again, $1,400. Keep it, Epiphone! Edit: And it's nice how they're hoping no one noticed the pups (against the price).
Right, I have been saying the same for the last year, maybe ever longer. 1500 bucks were the standard for Standard models not so long ago. Now you get an Epi. You could buy a Cuetom Shop for 2000-2200. Now it gets you to a USA factory model. And so on.
You get the guitar,case and 2 meet and greet tickets. Not really that bad if you do the math on everything you are getting. I predict these will do pretty well
He's the one who said "Epiphone is for kids." Then does it mean that he wants to steal kids money? Why does he keep releasing 'a brand for kids' signature? 😂😂
@@wheatthin6468 Yeah, Epi sig guitars are pretty good. I'm not blaming Epiphone guitars quality. I'm blaming him for releasing soooo many Epiphone signature guitars which he said "for kids" and NEVER play Epiphone signature guitars on the stage.
I have the 59 reissue and it's one of my main stage guitars. I play over 70 shows a year, easy. BUT.... I see the price points on all the Epiphones creeping up, and not slowly either, to the point that they're starting to defeat the idea of their own products. I have just under $1,000 in my '59. I feel like a $1,399 Epiphone is just a little ridiculous. And I say that having the experience from ownership of many real Gibson models. The 58 Explorer and Flying V reissues were my first "WTF" moment, when I saw the $1,200 price tag. They're fine guitars, but again, we are defeating the purpose of this brand more and more as time goes on.
Epiphones were never meant to be a budget brand in the first place and they weren't until Norlin ruined epiphone when they took over Gibson I'm so glad to see Epiphone a premium brand once again
@@bclmaxI don't remember the link, but he was talking about papers for his signature assigngment and holding his Gibson les paul gold top in the video.
Seriously $1,399 and has ProBucker pickups. I got the 1959 Standard Lazarus in 2021 and thought $849 at the release was a little high. That had Gibson pickups too! What are you guys thinking over there?
Get into the 22st century buddy the pro buckers are the exact same as the burst buckers.. Gibson is becoming a forgotten brand it's Epiphone turn now and long overdue
Wow, great looking guitar and repro of a unique guitar. Now that you have a three pickup SG in the new Epiphone lineup, could the next signature be an Epiphone Jimi Hendrix Custom SG? Would buy it quick! Rock on Epiphone.
Looks great. Sounds great. Based on my experience with Epiphones JoeB-releases from the previous years, of which I have a few, I am sure that it plays and feels great. However: it‘s just so damn expensive, man. Especially here in Europe, where they raised prices probably due to import taxes. Wow!
Those Pro-Buckers sound AWFUL, even in Joe's hands! Compare his guitar to those garbage pickups...FLAT! I can't believe they did not put Gibson Burstbuckers in the guitar...and they are charging about $1500 with shipping. Joke.
Wait until the idiot defenders come on here and try to tell you that you can't tell the difference between Pro Buckers and Burst Buckers. I play over 70 paid shows a year and I can easily not only "hear" the difference, but I can feel it. I'm a volume knob twiddler. I notice everything dynamically, and I run my guitar hot through my in-ear, which REALLY allows me to hear and feel the really subtle stuff.
I have the 59 reissue and it's one of my main stage guitars. I play over 70 shows a year, easy. BUT.... I see the price points on all the Epiphones creeping up, and not slowly either, to the point that they're starting to defeat the idea of their own products. I have just under $1,000 in my '59. I feel like a $1,399 Epiphone is just a little ridiculous. And I say that having the experience from ownership of many real Gibson models. The 58 Explorer and Flying V reissues were my first "WTF" moment, when I saw the $1,200 price tag. They're fine guitars, but again, we are defeating the purpose of this brand more and more as time goes on.
Just ordered mine 30 minutes ago and cant wait for it to arrive this Friday! Never had an SG in my collection of little guitars i have and was on the fence lately of getting one of the "Inspire By Gibson" ones, but lo' an behold seen a video on TH-cam a few hours ago and said to myself, "okay gotta get this SG instead!"
Congrats bro I know you didnt ask but my epiphone adam jones sounds and plays on a different level than my fender highway one usas and better than my shecter svs better than my splattercaster its just the best i own. I hope this is a keeper for you and makes you play and have fun.
1399 and you couldn't put Gibson pickups in it? Get all the way outta here with that noise. I can buy a 59 reissue with Burstbuckers in it for way cheaper.
Epiphone was originally made in USA & they were Gibson's competition. Definitely not for kids. The Beatles Casinos were great guitars & are still sought after. Les Paul worked with Epiphone.
Epiphone was never for kids and never meant to be a budget brand Norlin ruined them when they took over Gibson and JC curliegh restored Epiphone back to where they should have always been..
조 보나마사는 에피폰을 시그니처 수입원으로 이용하는 것일뿐 단한번도 라이브에서 사용하지 않죠 그의 어떤 시그니처도 그의 히스토리가 없는다는것도 문제입니다 그저 대형콜렉터가 수입원으로 에피폰을 이용할뿐.. 역사에 남을 제대로된 명곡도 없으면서 기타사고파는일에만 집중하는 보나마사를 제대로된 뮤지션이라고 생각되지는 않는군요 진짜 에피폰 팬들에게는 굉장히 짜증나는 일입니다 모순적인 조 보나마사..
to me its overpriced with probuckers for $1399 i got the 2011 LP Goldtop and - Lazarus and the 1962 ES 335 they all had burstbuckers 2/3. The SG is a hard no for me , and i buy only epiphone bonamassa's. Probuckers are decent ,But if they lower the price to $1100......
Some really very ridiculous comments here. People who haven’t seen this guitar personally are complaining about the price and the fact that it’s made in China. Yes, it’s 1500,-€ and it’s made in China. But I had it in my hands and it looked and felt better than any Gibson in the same shop. For a price that is lower than the price of a Gibson SG standard you get a Custom with an ebony fretboard and real mother-of-pearl inlays. But of course you could also spent more than 6K for a Gibson SG Custom, why not…
I bought one of these at Joe’s February show in Durham,NC. It was signed by Joe and came with two tickets to a meet and greet at the next show I attend. I had a hard time putting down $1500 for an Epi, but this thing is truly awesome. Best neck I ever played, very high quality build, extremely low and buzz-free action, and those Epi Burstbucker pickups are amazing! This guitar plays as well as my most recent acquisition 2018 Gibson Flying V. I can’t wait to see what comes next in the Bonamassa series from Epiphone.
😒 Not everyone has an uncle who owns a vintage guitar shop as Joe Bonamassa does. Joe Bonamassa got a low price on the Gibson original even though he is rich.
Wow. I got the Bonamassa ES-335 they did last year and Lazarus. Absolutely amazing guitars - not for the price, just amazing guitars. Period. I bet this is a banger as well!
Its Beautiful i kinda want it Joe,,i hav a Epi 2023 modern Sparkling Brandy Les Paul witch also Beautiful n sounds great n is very versatile to❤ retails for $750 but worth every penny
Hell, I was thinking in the neighborhood of $2300 to $2500. It's $1400. That is really nice. A lot of guitar for that price. I actually believe I would rather have the Epiphone version of all the Gibson models if I were a gigging musician. The Gibson stuff is too expensive to risk on the road. These do the job just fine and if that drunk chic dancing in front of you vomits or falls over and knocks your gear to the floor, your $5000 Les Paul is not at risk. Your $500 one is.
1 piece neck, two piece centre seam body, real MoP inlays & headstock, cts pots & Mallory caps. Yeah the pickups are a let down but if you’re wanting a SG custom good luck finding one anywhere for this price
I am an Epiphone Fan and have 3 different Epiphone Guitars, the New Epiphone Les Paul Modern with the Pull Up Tones etc, 335 and Cutaway Acoustic electric. Not a great fan on the SG even though I tried one in my shop..but this one by Joe on my list. Epiphone has advanced a lot and my guitar friends in bands are getting them as a strong back up for Gigs.. This SG sounds like a deal breaker
I ordered mine today, Friday. They are expensive but the JB signature guitars hold value and even appreciate. Build quality on current Epiphones are fantastic. They play well and sound great. I’m excited.
The namebon the headstock comes at an easy 800 - 1.000 € premium. 😂 Overpriced even if it had Burstbuckers or 496/500s in it. At a 1.700 € pricetag you'll have to offer something more exquisite than this. This would be reasonably priced at 700 - 800 € max.
@@Tony-oc2ox Epiphone is EPIPHONE and Gibson is Gibson and Epiphone is with out any doubt smacking Gibson around just like they did back in the good o'l days
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Epiphone are absolutely smashing it. There's not a single Gibson model that I want or are interested in right now but there must be 3-4 Epiphone models that I could kill for. Absolutely love my JC wino so I know that these newer Epiphones are built to a fantastic quality.
1500 bucks for probuckers? Seriously? I could get a roadworn sg with 3 pickups all 496r/500t at 800 bucks
It would be nice to see him actually play one of his epi signature guitars on stage when he releases them. Probably give the range way more kudos. I bought his last guitar the 62 335 and it's a really nice instrument so well done Joe. 👏👍
He does actually. He's been seen playing this one
He does I saw him in Oklahoma he played epiphone Les Paul and his Epiphone 63 Sg..
He's not my cup of tea, ever since he left Bloodline, and I'm not really a brand boy of his, but this is definitely one I can get behind and have to have. It's got just enough of those unique features not available on the other production models that it makes it super interesting and desirable in my opinion. Also it makes me super excited about the purported upcoming Dave Grohl signature model and the Jake Kiszka SG. Very cool.
I WANT ONE
How much
I thought these were for kids? 1,399?? What kid can buy that?
can anyone name a joe bonamassa song
The ballad of John Henry
1400usd for this is embarrassing. Epiphones can’t be over 1000, even that is too much. They’re going crazy with these prices.
They're asking $1,400 for this and it doesn't even have Gibson burstbuckers. Just the cheap Epi ones. Again, $1,400. Keep it, Epiphone!
Edit: And it's nice how they're hoping no one noticed the pups (against the price).
£1500 is alot, bare in mind I got a NEW 2015 Gibson LP Standard for that price
Right, I have been saying the same for the last year, maybe ever longer. 1500 bucks were the standard for Standard models not so long ago. Now you get an Epi. You could buy a Cuetom Shop for 2000-2200. Now it gets you to a USA factory model. And so on.
Nice looking, but you guys are getting too greedy.
Right! Instead of Gibson prices coming down, Epis are going up...wtf??
Yea. Lovely guitar but I think the statement "dosnt break the bank" is a bit farfetched 😂
You get the guitar,case and 2 meet and greet tickets. Not really that bad if you do the math on everything you are getting. I predict these will do pretty well
Well, think about it like this a lot of these signature models are gibson guts and epiphone bodies, so it's practically a gibson at half the price
The white Pickguard looks stupid and the price is a piss take!
Hold on, does it cost more then a USA made Gibson studio and not have USA made pickups?
He's the one who said "Epiphone is for kids." Then does it mean that he wants to steal kids money? Why does he keep releasing 'a brand for kids' signature? 😂😂
he said that?? dont know much about him but his epi sigs are always cool
@@wheatthin6468 Yeah, Epi sig guitars are pretty good. I'm not blaming Epiphone guitars quality. I'm blaming him for releasing soooo many Epiphone signature guitars which he said "for kids" and NEVER play Epiphone signature guitars on the stage.
Umm he never said that for one and two epiphone are for real guitarist
And get use to the prices on many epiphone models..if you can't afford one go buy a Harley Benton 😅😂😂😅
I have the 59 reissue and it's one of my main stage guitars. I play over 70 shows a year, easy. BUT.... I see the price points on all the Epiphones creeping up, and not slowly either, to the point that they're starting to defeat the idea of their own products.
I have just under $1,000 in my '59. I feel like a $1,399 Epiphone is just a little ridiculous. And I say that having the experience from ownership of many real Gibson models.
The 58 Explorer and Flying V reissues were my first "WTF" moment, when I saw the $1,200 price tag. They're fine guitars, but again, we are defeating the purpose of this brand more and more as time goes on.
Epiphones were never meant to be a budget brand in the first place and they weren't until Norlin ruined epiphone when they took over Gibson I'm so glad to see Epiphone a premium brand once again
“ Epiphones are for kids “. JB. Nuff said!
u have a link for that.sounds interesting
@@bclmaxI don't remember the link, but he was talking about papers for his signature assigngment and holding his Gibson les paul gold top in the video.
ah ok thanks@@ubw8754
Seriously $1,399 and has ProBucker pickups. I got the 1959 Standard Lazarus in 2021 and thought $849 at the release was a little high. That had Gibson pickups too! What are you guys thinking over there?
Get into the 22st century buddy the pro buckers are the exact same as the burst buckers.. Gibson is becoming a forgotten brand it's Epiphone turn now and long overdue
The EPIPHONE is worth every cent get use to it and over it
@@FrankBuyers...guitarista-iu3zg lmao I see they fooled you
@@FrankBuyers...guitarista-iu3zg pro buckers not the same...you can clearly hear them...the Epi sounds thinner...
You all couldn't tell which pickup was which if you were blindfolded, so quit acting like you're some guitar philosopher lol
That's crazy expensive!
Joe is such an amazing blues guitar player, and this SG surprisingly harnesses that. I love the red on it. I'm definitely gonna get it
In South Africa this makes up 1.5 YEARS of my income 😢😢😢what's going on Epiphone
Wow, great looking guitar and repro of a unique guitar. Now that you have a three pickup SG in the new Epiphone lineup, could the next signature be an Epiphone Jimi Hendrix Custom SG? Would buy it quick! Rock on Epiphone.
Looks great. Sounds great. Based on my experience with Epiphones JoeB-releases from the previous years, of which I have a few, I am sure that it plays and feels great.
However: it‘s just so damn expensive, man. Especially here in Europe, where they raised prices probably due to import taxes. Wow!
Epiphones were never meant to be a budget brand in the first place Norlin did that and JC curliegh restored Epiphone.learn the history of epiphone
Hopefully it doesn’t have that dreadful D profile epiphone neck......that to me is what always separates the Gibson’s from the epiphones.
No USA pickups I no buy.
Those Pro-Buckers sound AWFUL, even in Joe's hands! Compare his guitar to those garbage pickups...FLAT! I can't believe they did not put Gibson Burstbuckers in the guitar...and they are charging about $1500 with shipping. Joke.
Wait until the idiot defenders come on here and try to tell you that you can't tell the difference between Pro Buckers and Burst Buckers. I play over 70 paid shows a year and I can easily not only "hear" the difference, but I can feel it.
I'm a volume knob twiddler. I notice everything dynamically, and I run my guitar hot through my in-ear, which REALLY allows me to hear and feel the really subtle stuff.
I have the 59 reissue and it's one of my main stage guitars. I play over 70 shows a year, easy. BUT.... I see the price points on all the Epiphones creeping up, and not slowly either, to the point that they're starting to defeat the idea of their own products.
I have just under $1,000 in my '59. I feel like a $1,399 Epiphone is just a little ridiculous. And I say that having the experience from ownership of many real Gibson models.
The 58 Explorer and Flying V reissues were my first "WTF" moment, when I saw the $1,200 price tag. They're fine guitars, but again, we are defeating the purpose of this brand more and more as time goes on.
Looks and sounds great- cannot knock a high end Epiphone, my Jared James gold glory I will never get rid of , and this is a welcome release.
Just ordered mine 30 minutes ago and cant wait for it to arrive this Friday! Never had an SG in my collection of little guitars i have and was on the fence lately of getting one of the "Inspire By Gibson" ones, but lo' an behold seen a video on TH-cam a few hours ago and said to myself, "okay gotta get this SG instead!"
Congrats bro I know you didnt ask but my epiphone adam jones sounds and plays on a different level than my fender highway one usas and better than my shecter svs better than my splattercaster its just the best i own. I hope this is a keeper for you and makes you play and have fun.
1399 and you couldn't put Gibson pickups in it? Get all the way outta here with that noise. I can buy a 59 reissue with Burstbuckers in it for way cheaper.
can you link to one of these 59 guitars youre referring to?
Love the guitar and JB! For this price, would have been a plus to have genuine Gibson pups in this signature model.
The choice is either epi pups and a good price or gibby pups and a gibby price.
Doesn’t need it, the epi pickups are AWESOME!
Epiphones used to be for kids before the new management came in. The “Inspired by Gibson” line and new Signature models have raised the bar imho.
Now for the Rich - millionaire kids ! 😅 loi
Epiphone was originally made in USA & they were Gibson's competition. Definitely not for kids. The Beatles Casinos were great guitars & are still sought after. Les Paul worked with Epiphone.
Epiphone was never for kids and never meant to be a budget brand Norlin ruined them when they took over Gibson and JC curliegh restored Epiphone back to where they should have always been..
I've seen a video where Joe played his '63 Cherry SG at Norms which is pretty cool.
Fantastic job Epiphone it's your turn now.. HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎂🎈 150TH
Sounds great!
조 보나마사는 에피폰을 시그니처 수입원으로 이용하는 것일뿐 단한번도 라이브에서 사용하지 않죠 그의 어떤 시그니처도 그의 히스토리가 없는다는것도 문제입니다 그저 대형콜렉터가 수입원으로 에피폰을 이용할뿐.. 역사에 남을 제대로된 명곡도 없으면서 기타사고파는일에만 집중하는 보나마사를 제대로된 뮤지션이라고 생각되지는 않는군요 진짜 에피폰 팬들에게는 굉장히 짜증나는 일입니다 모순적인 조 보나마사..
Yawn
All this dude ever did was rip off Eric Johnson. Badly.
to me its overpriced with probuckers for $1399 i got the 2011 LP Goldtop and - Lazarus and the 1962 ES 335 they all had burstbuckers 2/3. The SG is a hard no for me , and i buy only epiphone bonamassa's. Probuckers are decent ,But if they lower the price to $1100......
Some really very ridiculous comments here. People who haven’t seen this guitar personally are complaining about the price and the fact that it’s made in China.
Yes, it’s 1500,-€ and it’s made in China. But I had it in my hands and it looked and felt better than any Gibson in the same shop. For a price that is lower than the price of a Gibson SG standard you get a Custom with an ebony fretboard and real mother-of-pearl inlays. But of course you could also spent more than 6K for a Gibson SG Custom, why not…
1400 for an epiphone is a crime
No way,ceaser
the stock epiphone tuning machines are garbage. When you unstring them, the tuners rattle...I hope the waffle backs are better.
Except when you go buy one, the position markers won't be mother of pearl, but mother of toilet seat.
For this price you're better off buying a G400 custom
At 1500 quid that ain't no epiphone...sorry but that is out of order
To all the whiners, you don’t have to buy the damn thing!
ENOUGH BONAMOSSA MODELS!
I just want the Dave Grohl 335 PLEASE 😭
And an ANGUS YOUNG SG !!
I want Epiphone lespaul Tv Yellow Joe Bo pls!!!
I bought one of these at Joe’s February show in Durham,NC. It was signed by Joe and came with two tickets to a meet and greet at the next show I attend. I had a hard time putting down $1500 for an Epi, but this thing is truly awesome. Best neck I ever played, very high quality build, extremely low and buzz-free action, and those Epi Burstbucker pickups are amazing! This guitar plays as well as my most recent acquisition 2018 Gibson Flying V. I can’t wait to see what comes next in the Bonamassa series from Epiphone.
Edit: Epiphone ProBucker pickups, not Burstbuckers.
😒 Not everyone has an uncle who owns a vintage guitar shop as Joe Bonamassa does. Joe Bonamassa got a low price on the Gibson original even though he is rich.
Norm is not his uncle. It’s a joke that he calls Joe his nephew
Wow. I got the Bonamassa ES-335 they did last year and Lazarus. Absolutely amazing guitars - not for the price, just amazing guitars. Period. I bet this is a banger as well!
For $1500, it'd better be.
Its Beautiful i kinda want it Joe,,i hav a Epi 2023 modern Sparkling Brandy Les Paul witch also Beautiful n sounds great n is very versatile to❤ retails for $750 but worth every penny
It to has the Ebony Frett board n pearl inlays go look at these people n don't harp on it just buy one you won't be disappointed 😮
He’s using a Mesa lol. Sounds great
This one is baaaaaad!!!🤘
That is such a beautiful recreation.
Hell, I was thinking in the neighborhood of $2300 to $2500. It's $1400. That is really nice. A lot of guitar for that price. I actually believe I would rather have the Epiphone version of all the Gibson models if I were a gigging musician. The Gibson stuff is too expensive to risk on the road. These do the job just fine and if that drunk chic dancing in front of you vomits or falls over and knocks your gear to the floor, your $5000 Les Paul is not at risk. Your $500 one is.
Normal sound.
:P
Way too expensive.
1 piece neck, two piece centre seam body, real MoP inlays & headstock, cts pots & Mallory caps. Yeah the pickups are a let down but if you’re wanting a SG custom good luck finding one anywhere for this price
I am an Epiphone Fan and have 3 different Epiphone Guitars, the New Epiphone Les Paul Modern with the Pull Up Tones etc, 335 and Cutaway Acoustic electric. Not a great fan on the SG even though I tried one in my shop..but this one by Joe on my list. Epiphone has advanced a lot and my guitar friends in bands are getting them as a strong back up for Gigs.. This SG sounds like a deal breaker
I ordered mine today, Friday. They are expensive but the JB signature guitars hold value and even appreciate. Build quality on current Epiphones are fantastic. They play well and sound great. I’m excited.
badass
For an epiphone is not worth it. In Europe 1700 euros, is too much 🤦🏻♂️👎🏻
Overprice
Thanx Joe.
Love this epi signature guitars. But what about some love for Fender/Squier?
Still don't have the open book headstock?
Dude do research on epiphone before you say anything else and stick your foot in your mouth
Mine comes to me Tuesday 🤘🤘 can't wait my dream guitar growing up was a. Gibson 63 SG custom, Can't afford an original. So this will do.
get ready to replace three pickups
The namebon the headstock comes at an easy 800 - 1.000 € premium. 😂 Overpriced even if it had Burstbuckers or 496/500s in it. At a 1.700 € pricetag you'll have to offer something more exquisite than this. This would be reasonably priced at 700 - 800 € max.
1700 euro.......Dafuq
$1400 lol,good luck
They are already on back order with some stores so your sarcastic comment is a joke and means absolutely nothing
I will get one for sure
Brilliant guitar ❤
❤❤❤
very nice!
Love it.
It's great seeing Epiphone smack Gibson around again just like the good o'l days it's beautiful EPIPHONE
What days were those? Smh
What? LOL...overcharging people by at least $500 on this one.
Epiphone is owned by Gibson they’re not smacking anyone around 😂😂😂
@@Tony-oc2ox Epiphone is EPIPHONE and Gibson is Gibson and Epiphone is with out any doubt smacking Gibson around just like they did back in the good o'l days
@@ApeLikeCreature and who says it's overcharging YOU? don't make me laugh
$1400 is way too much for an Epiphone sorry
Awesome! I like it and I want one!! Thanks Joe and Epiphone for creating this rare classic!