But honestly, these pickups are fine. Both guitars have the basic controls you’d expect in an SG: Three-way pickup selector switch, and a volume and tone control for each pickup. Score one for Gibson (by a very slight margin) Gibson – Burstbuckers, 2 volume, 2 tone. If you’re a metalhead, you definitely won’t want to use these guitars. hi everyone, All in all they sound cheap and lack definition and sustain and if you played the Epi without these mods with the strings catching the frets you will soon realise that your guitar has no sustain at all because of these factors. So what’s different aside from a 4X mark up in price for the Gibson? Some subtle-yet-significant differences make this one special. Guitar Affinity's Top 5 Guitars of the Month: Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. My opinion don't mean nothing but we all know its true Lol. This is a pet peeve of mine because so many players don’t realize how important the nut actually is. If you can only afford $359 for an Epiphone G-400 PRO, go for it. Gibson is hands down better than Epiphone. Well, read on and find out. It just validated what I thought I was hearing. im going to be buying a new guitar soon. You will see differences when you pull the cover plates off. While a grand cheaper than the Gibsons, the … The Epi's pickups really lack any decent sustain on them and the way they are wired up leaves a lot to be desired . The Epiphone SG Standard ’61 from the new Inspired by Gibson Collection recreates the rare 1961 Gibson SG, from its first year of production. Most of the time the hardware on an Epiphone is easier to manufacture because the materials are softer and easier to work. Another is the shape of the headstock. The classic pro is alnico v while the probucker is alnico ii, A noticeable difference in quality from the regular alnico classics. You can mod it later on, but even left stock it is plenty good enough for bands, gigging and recording. If you favor durability over tone, you need to look to Epiphone for their hard poly coats.eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'guitaraffinity_com-box-4','ezslot_1',106,'0','0'])); General attention to detail is always better from Gibson as well. During the machining process each fret is dressed and crowned, and finally the nut is slotted for the appropriate string gauge. It is not yet totally finished. The Epiphone Prophecy Collection features iconic "Inspired by Gibson™" body shapes with a modern twist for players seeking to break tradition and set new standards. Remember that guitar companies change their instruments at times, so be sure to check out the respective company websites for the latest info on their guitars. This guitar is shaped similarly to the classic Les Paul, but has a tone that’s perfect for heavy metal. I think this is true in general whenever we are making an Epiphone vs Gibson comparison. I bought in the '80s for $200, played if for 25 yrs, and sold it for $1,200. I should say that I have played some Epi SG's that were pretty crappy, and some that were really nice. Gibson is hands down better than Epiphone. As always, I invite you to do your own research and draw your own conclusions. 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way, push-pull coil tap. Unfortunately, while it is worth every dime, the SG comes with a price tag that’s a little too steep for some players. The G-400 Deluxe PRO is inspired by the first generation of SGs made in the 1960s at the legendary Gibson and Epiphone factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan that produced the Les Paul and the Casino. That’s the compromise you make for better tone. Needless to say, the Les Paul and SG both hung in the there and went on become two of the most beloved guitars in the world. After the scan of the fretboard is completed, the machining process begins, all while still under the simulated string tension. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > jtinkleburt New Member. I can't speak to their experience but on my Epi the fretboard feels great and has no issues. Let's check it out with Max Carton Guitar! On eBay they go for around 25K or more. They have a push-pull coil tap feature, which adds a little versatility. Here you've just assumed it without any evidence at all. While, admittedly, things get a little murky when trying to figure which woods guitars companies decide to use on which guitars, I think it is safe to assume the woods used in the Gibson version are of higher quality than the G-400 version. I have long been of the opinion that you don't need to spend a bunch of cash to grab a great guitar, and I think Epiphone is one of those brands that proves my point. OK another couple of differences I have noticed: 1. The bridge and tailpiece on both are pretty much equal as far as I can tell. Are you one of those players? Hello, I discovered something strange: According to the photos on Epiphone's own site and also on various retailer's sites, the Epiphone SG Vintage G-400 worn cherry seems to have neck binding, unlike all other (non-Ltd. or signature) Epi SG models, including the more expensive G-400 Pro, and even the same model (Epiphone SG Vintage G-400) in worn brown. Of course Gibson has the edge here.". absolutely magic.&my 16yr old gradnson has just bought a epiphone sg pro. Otherwise, unless somebody understands what to look for they probably won’t know or care if you are playing an Epiphone or a Gibson. Gibson uses rosewood for the fingerboard, while Epiphone has switched to pau ferro. i was looking at the 1966 Epi G400 and a Gibson SG Standard. 7. The reason I find this so exciting is not just because I have as deep a passion for CNC technology as I do guitars, but because this is a totally revolutionary approach to doing accurate fretwork and it’s accurate to the micrometer. If you’re already sold on the price to performance ratio of the Epiphone, or not really interested in why Gibson plays so nicely, please skip ahead to the conclusion. 5. Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath and Angus Young of AC/DC use this axe, showing it’s quality of design. "Construction will certainly be, on average, higher-quality when it comes to Gibson instruments. First, the guitar has a jig put on the headstock and bridge area, and is then inserted into the machine. Channeling the same legendary instruments used by the likes of Jimmy Page and Angus Young, the Epiphone G-400 Pro SG gets you a solid mahogany body and pair of The Epiphone G-400 Pro SG Electric Guitar gets you legendary sound in an affordable package. The choice is yours, and either will get you a phenomenal guitar. Both the Airwave and the Bayonet have a unique sound that’s meant to pay homage to the glory days of classic rock. The Strat's been too overrated I guess.
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