Epiphone Joe Bonamassa Lazarus - Guitar Review

Epiphone Joe Bonamassa Lazarus - Guitar Review - 1959 Les Paul

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More guitar based excitement this week as we get our stubby fingers on the new Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 'Lazarus'. So does this AAAA maple flame top set our hearts on fire, or is it as some have suggested going to dampen our usual high spirits?... Let's dive in and find out!
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0:00 intro & coming up
1:09 we got one!
3:00 this is what Lazarus looks like!
8:32 body & neck construction
10:01 more nerdy specifications
11:23 is it good value for money?
11:56 what does it weigh?
12:15 what's out of box setup like?
13:10 neck measurements
13:48 pickup outputs
14:17 inside pickup cavities
16:44 Phillip McKnight tribute act
18:24 inside control cavity
19:12 i am not an expert disclaimer
20:44 setting it up to play
21:40 this is what it sounds like!
23:00 comparing the tops again
24:35 so what do we think?
28:17 what about owners of the '59?
29:38 nice one Joe!
30:20 coming up next week
30:40 play out jam
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@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Hey all, thanks for all the support and comments so far! I've had a few good questions about the difference in neck size between Lazarus and the '59 so here's my answer... I just compared the profiles with measuring 'tool' and although they are very similar the '59 is a little fuller (rounder) at the 1st fret becoming less so as it progress towards the 12th. Both are incredibly comfortable to play and feel and sound very similar... so I expect I will now have to make a comparison video between the two to find out for sure?... what do you reckon shall we have a burst-off battle? Cheers.

@johnwalsh3826 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, love the channel, I nearly pulled the trigger on one of these last week myself but couldn’t justify it having bought the 50s and the 59 in the last 6 months, definitely you should do a comparison video between the 59 and the Lazarus and the 50s Les Paul’s,

@murrayguitarpickups9545 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah why not, who doesn't want to hear these as much as possible?

@paulsworld2 2 жыл бұрын

Yes please!!!!!

@JB-qe5eb 2 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@muliadi26 2 жыл бұрын

Please. It will be so helpful for me. I‘m still considering between the Lazarus and the 59.

@Moyetniishiswa2000 2 жыл бұрын

“We can’t claim the wood was harvested from the Everglades by a long lost tribe of Ninjas”😂😂😂😂 classic comment - love your work!

@Mr.56Goldtop Жыл бұрын

They can claim it, they just can't prove it .

@jordanpratt3821 9 ай бұрын

I know..I nearly fell put of my chair.

@unclefungus7395 2 жыл бұрын

i don’t care about joe bonamassa’s music or anything but i do like that because of him there’s a bit more variety in the epiphone line up

@PaulSter 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not a huge fan of his music, but I am very much a fan of his playing. Amazing player. Also a very genuine and funny guy from all of him I see and from folks who have met him. He's self-effacing with is always appealing in a famous musician. And, like you said, he has impeccable taste in gear - which translates into great tone.

@joeykelly5642 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve liked some of his other signature models (like the Firebird I), but this one seems like something that’s already in the Epiphone lineup - not sure what separates it from the other two 50’s-inspired LPs besides the (not all that unique) finish

@PaulSter 2 жыл бұрын

@@joeykelly5642 the only one that is really close in the '59, which are great too. For $50, USD more, you're just getting nicer tops (if you like flame), and kind of amazing, a true one piece neck. No scarf joint. Of course, it's also long-tenon. I think the case is pretty cool too. Lastly, I have to believe that these are collectable and will appreciate in value. Try to find one right now, but then check the prices. Makes me sick. Someone bought a slew of them and is selling them for something like $1250,(one is over $1500). F'in scalpers. Edit - the 50's Standard has probuckers and I'm not sure the CTS pots are of same level as the '59 and Lazarus as I'm told that not all CTS pots are equal. It's really not a big deal in the grand scheme of things though. I find the pro-buckers to be fairly decent. I like BBs much, much, better though

@michaelvanbuskirk8845 Жыл бұрын

@@PaulSter I'm the opposite. Joe Bonamassa is my favorite living blues guitarist and his skills are amazing.

@PaulSter Жыл бұрын

@@michaelvanbuskirk8845 opposite of what? WTF?

@Edward1312 2 жыл бұрын

Its blowing my mind how good these new Epiphone Les Paul's are considering the price point. Fantastic value IMHO.

@brutus6328 2 жыл бұрын

I also have to say, for a "plain top" on your R8, you hit the JACKPOT!!!

@shovington67 2 жыл бұрын

Colin, your solo around the 22:00 minute mark was beautifully done ! If I closed my eyes, that was like any number of excellent classic blues men laying down a great solo. Ive heard and seen many, many great artists in my life, and that was as soulful a slow solo as anybody. Sometimes people just shred all over the place, but never capture the feeling of the song or its subject matter. That was perfect.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Wow 😲 thanks man that's so incredibly kind and very much appreciated! ☺️🙏 I think have my moments from time to time but that must have been a very good day!! 😆👍

@DANTHETUBEMAN Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas it was a vary good solo, great sounds. great chops. you should record a that as a song with a full rythm behing it.

@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын

@@DANTHETUBEMAN Thanks Dan!

@mralgebro 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is quickly becoming my favorite go to for guitar geeky stuff. I love your sense of humor and honesty. Thanks for doing the channel every week!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sean, of course, although that means I will have to keep buying guitars to review for your pleasure... but it you want to me to keep doing it I suppose I must! ;) Cheers man have a great weekend!

@billkyle1056 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your reviews and your playing skills as well as your overall disposition. It sounds fabulous to me and for the money, I say outstanding.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bill that’s appreciated! 😎👍

@LocalMachine Жыл бұрын

Another amazing review by The Guitaristas. Thanks for your thorough review!

@sqidvishus 2 жыл бұрын

I am always thrilled to see a new video by you. Thank you for the really brilliant work as well as the outstanding production quality. It's a real joy to watch.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you that's really appreciated!

@paulcasilio1119 Жыл бұрын

"You know the story. I'm not gonna go into all that nonsense it's been covered by everybody. so...let's look at this guitar." God bless you, Sir, and may you live to be a thousand years old. Get right into it. LOVE IT!

@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын

Cheers Paul! 😆👍

@johnwhitehouse2582 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant down to earth honest review as ever , thanks for taking the time going through all there is about the guitar . Best review channel on the tube

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words John that’s appreciated! 😆👍

@JP-jy7sk 2 жыл бұрын

Just love your work. Your passion and geekery is clearly genuine. Keep up the great work and great playing. Cheers mate!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Ah thanks man that's really appreciated... and as you can tell it's truly a labour of love! :)

@MurphSA 2 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about your channel and this guitar and this popped up. Thank you so much!

@williamhaddix809 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and personality. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos and having a good attitude about everything.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers William that's appreciated!

@blockbuster3712 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are really high quality and I have been really enjoying them! They're what a proper guitar review should be - informative, to the point and with a good sound demo. Keep on rocking!🤘

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man that's very kind and much appreciated! :)

@jackhood4448 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad you picked one up. I love the video and the guitar comparisons. Thank you!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man!

@johndaugherty4127 Жыл бұрын

"Lazarus! Come forth!" Your jams go through my brain for days. Seriously.

@6speedsti241 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your reviews and delivery

@jensonbear 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered mine, should be here next week! Great in depth review and great playing at the end!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, nice one Darren! Thanks for the kind words and support it's appreciated! :)

@AQMusic10 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I’m really enjoying your channel and your reviews. Keep up the great work.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@sheltermemercury 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful review. I thoroughly enjoyed hearing your thought on the guitar.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Aaron!

@voyager7 2 жыл бұрын

Another great, comprehensive review and demo!

@PaulSter 2 жыл бұрын

Terrific overview. Thank you! Really like the amount of detail. I'm diggin' the build quality, the thickness of the top, and even the veneer thickness. One piece neck?! Yes, that's a game changer for sure - as well as the long-tenon. Man! And I've mentioned before, my love of Burstbuckers. So I did the only thing I could think of - I ordered one! Your vid reinforced my purchase. 👌

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah nice one!... I think you will be very pleased let us know when it arrives!

@PaulSter 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas thanks, and I sure will. I'm also making sure I've got your bell ringing on your channel! Cheers from Austin, Texas

@moonatic2u 2 жыл бұрын

Ordered mine straight from Joe's website since everyone else was sold out. After 2 weeks of playing and inspecting I am floored on the quality. I of course have Gibson's but really this is the best bonamassa I have played or owned. If we could have only had affordable guitars like this when I started in the 70's. Great review sir!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark, agreed... this is probably better than many 70s Gibson and Fenders let alone all the other crap that was around!

@gerry6075 2 жыл бұрын

Love the " laid back" (with humor) easy tone of your videos. Great comment about buying it to play not invest. I ordered this guitar from the JB shop and UPS says delivery is Monday. Your positive honest review has me feeling good about this purchase. Thank you!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man think you will like it! 😎👍🎸

@drabun1 2 жыл бұрын

Love this channel. Was not expecting this review so quick but I'm glad you did. I'm getting this guitar for sure as I don't have a JB artist guitar yet and it will go nicely next to my Epi 59's and my Alex Lifeson Epiphone Les Paul. These are all incredible value for your money.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man, agreed very good value... or not overpriced shall we say? You will have a great set then!!... now I need to try the Alex Lifeson Signature.

@primordialone9053 2 жыл бұрын

dark knight- Nice grouping! Did you get the Lazarus? I've been looking to get one of those three guitars you mention. Can you post a quick comparison between the three/two (necks, frets, feel, sound, and any other things that stand out to you)? Thanks!

@cussy77 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as usual what a fantastic looking les paul the top is stunning love the way your 100% honest no BS keep up the brilliant reviews take care Graham

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Graham that's appreciated! :)

@billybaru82 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Nicely put together and nice story. Really enjoyed the attention to detail. Liked and subscribed

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man that’s appreciated!

@richardtownsend2150 2 жыл бұрын

Love your honest no nonsense approach, thanks

@TainFurrious1 2 жыл бұрын

I've discovered your channel recently and I like your humble style very much. The production is very good as well as your chops! Keep it up sir!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man that’s appreciated!

@johnwhitehouse4100 2 жыл бұрын

Love your honest take on the guitar you review /own so no nodding to manufacture for a freebie . Now I have a totally need for this Epiphone

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers John, hope you can track one down! 👍😎

@vkelly1975 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great I was looking at Joes original introduction to the Lazarus, and was intrigued with the case and so pleased they went the whole hog a great touch,

@dougmccutcheon8570 2 жыл бұрын

Walked into your review because I saw Joe B and nice looking guitar. Lovely relaxing presentation for a Saturday morning. Nice breakdown , nice playing , liked your honesty and the ethos of having fun. Thanks mate. Will subscribe.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Doug, thanks for the kind words and sub man... glad you found us!

@Trial212 2 жыл бұрын

Another well done review!! Good job!! Despite having just gotten the 59 about 5 weeks ago, I could not resist when I found that I was 45 minutes away from a local Guitar Center who had a Larazus in stock!! It was the day after the release date. Well folks. I opened the case and there was a lovely well flamed slightly faded lemonburst Les Paul!! I plugged it into a Fender Blues Junior and was treated to an array of clean and driven tones!! I'd say that the pups on my Lazarus are a bit hotter than my 59's. Nothing to be upset about. I am very fond of both of them!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one!... definitely room for both isn’t there. 😎🎸👍

@insagt220 Жыл бұрын

I truly loved this review sir! #1 because of you and #2 because of the guitar. I thank you for your time and effort.

@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words and support it’s really appreciated! 🙏😎

@drgnslyr221 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered one. On backorder, but can't wait.

@stevelankford7087 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is absolutely the coolest. It’s the stuff I think average Joe’s want to know when makin guitar purchases!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Steve thanks for kind words and support man!

@ingenuitymedia9434 2 жыл бұрын

Well, I did it, I found and pulled trigger on one of these Lazarus '59s. and I absolutely LOVE it! Your review was spot on, and the guitar has not disappointed. Hopefully someday I'll have enough skill to justify owning this! Your reviews are awesome! Keep up the good work!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one! and you already love it so it definitely belongs with you and will mature nicely along with your skills! 😎👍 Thanks for the kind words and support.

@mrmetal1276 Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas looks a great quality guitar, trying to find one is not so easy. I have the Joe Bonamassa 2013 epiphine goldtop signature and thats a beauty chunk of wood. Great review 👏

@swamification 2 жыл бұрын

Excited to watch this on my big screen!

@markmaioli4 2 жыл бұрын

Great JB style playing on the outro and excellent review ... 🤘

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark!

@briantherion5464 Жыл бұрын

I have a Epi 61 sg (white} with the BB 3 in the bridge and it sounds awesome! I love how it cuts with that excellent brightness. It is my first sg style guitar and I it blows away my 2019 Gibson traditional with the BB 1 in the bridge. Love the channel

@nellayema2455 6 ай бұрын

2 years have flown by! This review still holds up, though. I do wish I had bought one, but really don't need one as I have the '59, however the look of the Lazarus model is spot on, IMO. It sure does look good!

@theguitaristas 6 ай бұрын

It’s one I might regret selling a tiny bit… 🤷‍♂️

@mickertyable 2 жыл бұрын

Great playing and review. I think the finish of the 59 can be divisive but I love it. The cap on the Lazarus model is absolutely gorgeous. Epiphone are absolutely nailing all their guitars right now.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man, yes some more great stuff from Epiphone on the horizon I think!

@donge9589 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, I'm leaning more towards this over the 59 as I do prefer the finish on this. It sounds fantastic, thanks for buying one and giving it a good analysis.

@HankMartin-ll4pi 2 жыл бұрын

Great review again my friend guitarists will love it I’m sure.🎼🎵🎸

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Hank that’s appreciated!

@JayLand1973 Жыл бұрын

Best review I've seen so far

@6speedsti241 2 жыл бұрын

can not stop watching this video thanks so much i am told mine is coming ordered 4/22 your video made me order it

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man, hope you don’t wait much longer!

@6speedsti241 Жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas SOON COME MY FRIEND

@eharmicar 2 жыл бұрын

THE BEST guitar vids. on KZfaq,hands down!!!Thank You Sir,we’re not worthy.✌️

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Wow steady on!... thanks man that's very very much appreciated, and I assure you that you most certainly are! 😎👍

@Rem1Gnova 11 ай бұрын

That sounds absolutely gorgeous

@rogerhuamani8756 2 жыл бұрын

All of your reviews are amazing

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Roger that’s very kind and your support is appreciated! 😎👍🎸

@MP422ownz 2 жыл бұрын

Really great review, well done quality content.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks that’s appreciated!

@thepartimemusician65 2 жыл бұрын

Makes me want to buy a stash of Les Paul’s. Great review as always sir.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

😆👍… I did!!

@AshleyOffset 11 ай бұрын

Geez, Colin! Your playing in this one was legendary.

@theguitaristas 11 ай бұрын

😊🙏

@billsedge7360 2 жыл бұрын

I watch all your reviews as you’re one of the very few I really trust, you tell it as is , good and bad , cheers

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Bill, that's appreciated!

@flowjoe100 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see more videos featuring this guitar. Such an interesting model

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Coming soon... Cheers Joe!

@thatscottishdude2058 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is one of the best , fresh of breath air channels I’ve seen for a long time

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man that’s really appreciated! 😎👍

@thatscottishdude2058 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas would be even better if I had typed it right lol , keep up the good work

@che2335 2 жыл бұрын

Youve done the best Lazarus review Ive seen so far.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man that’s very kind! ☺️👍🎸

@GitarrenimNetz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video - youre playing iss getting better and better...... Very nice Greetings Thomas

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Thomas that's appreciated as always! :)

@edgesrockandroll 2 жыл бұрын

I always take everyone's opinion as simply opinions .... I enjoy your videos as you appear genuine and authentic... Hard to find now... Thank you!!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much that's appreciated! 😊

@boss351gt6 2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for this model. The colors that epiphone released the 59 in didn't appeal to me at all. I had a hunch there would be more colours on the way. Can't wait to get one

@paulogden7765 2 жыл бұрын

Outro playing you should drop tabs for I constantly get left wanting at jam nights and I'd love to blow the bloody doors off with playing like this. Love your channel man and I wish I knew more people like you I could sit down and learn from.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Ah Cheers Paul, thanks for the kind words it's really appreciated! 🙏😊 I'm just the same as you though... always critical of my own playing and wanting to be better and I don't doubt that others on your jam nights wish they had skills like yours. I think that's what makes our community so great, we are always keen to improve and learn from each other.... jam along with me next time! 👍👍

@RG3EXFM1IBANEZ 2 жыл бұрын

Sir first time watching and enjoyed the hell out of it, you Sir do a awesome job on your reviews and they should be happy having you across the pond, and I pulled the trigger on one of these, and now I can't wait to get her and play the hell out of it

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one!... thanks for the kind words, I hope you don’t have to wait long for your Lazarus! 😎👍🎸

@RG3EXFM1IBANEZ 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas well Sir I hope I don't as well, but I have a few I can play until it does arrive, my only wish would have been able to pick the one I want, so as to get a AWESOME top, I well if I can send a pic of mine when it arrives, I have a couple limited edition Epi's I love, a 1996 blue sparkle and a 2011 Gold Top, so the Lazarus will be in good company

@RG3EXFM1IBANEZ 2 жыл бұрын

Sir got my Lazarus and I am not disappointed one bit, I got luck and got a beautiful AAA top, only thing I see is what a couple other reviewer's have seen, the springs on the neck pickup, but that isn't breaking my heart, tonight will be a fun night

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

@@RG3EXFM1IBANEZ Hey that's brilliant!... thanks for letting us know brother have a great weekend! 😀👍🎸

@jeremywooldridge5537 2 жыл бұрын

Considered this one, just can't pull the trigger cuz its too similar to the '59 I already have. I got the exclusive aged southern fade finish from American Musical and am really happy with it. I just got the Slash LP last month and I really like that, neck is amazing. Unfortunately it looks like I'm passing on this one. Thanks for another great review!

@Deric_Rocks 2 жыл бұрын

@KZfaq please promote this channel - it deserves to explode. Excellent dry English wit, sometimes self-deprecating. Excellent content, sets, lighting and production. Truly entertaining - keep up the great work this channel is fantastic! Ps. That R8 top is gorgeous!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Deric, thanks man that’s really very much appreciated!! Something seems to be happening here so looks like the algorithm is starting to the hang of what we’re all about! 😎👍🎸

@daleturner3507 2 жыл бұрын

Would love a shoot out between the Epi 59, the Lazarus and your Gibson! Think it would be interesting to see the comparison between them. Plus the difference in sound.

@pttrent123 2 жыл бұрын

I got my first Les Paul a couple of months ago, I got a Gibson Tribute. I went back and forth trying to decide whether to get a Gibson or an Epiphone, personally, I don't care for the Epiphone headstock. I am a Bonamassa fan, I have several of his CDs (I know not many people get CDs anymore, I have not made the jump to spotify or apple music). I have to say I enjoy Mark Knopfler more than I do Bonamassa, I just enjoy the slower tempo of his music more. Nice playing and nice review!

@stephenchadwick1305 2 жыл бұрын

I've had two epiphone standards the gibson tribute is better,wait till you've had it a year when it's bedded in great guitar,jobs has just produced Larry mcraes new CD it fantastic

@pureblood3911 Жыл бұрын

I also am not a fan of the Epiphone headstock. I just sold one with slash pickups in it. Does that make me a Gibson snob…perhaps,but I’ve been playing long enough to know what I like…..🤘🏻

@YOSTINATOR 2 жыл бұрын

@The Guitaristas Awesome! The top on yours is VERY similar to mine. I love it. Enjoy!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one!... cool guitar eh?

@YOSTINATOR 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas Very much so! It is right at home with my Epi '59s in Aged Dark Burst & Aged Dark Cherry Burst!

@claytonphelps9911 Жыл бұрын

Nice video, glad I subscribed, and I like how you go about it

@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын

Cheers Clayton that’s appreciated!

@deanlaster1724 2 жыл бұрын

I think the only way to get a strap is when you buy the Lazarus from Joe's website. Love your channel😊

@tommywolf5693 2 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!! Wonderful reviews!!!!!!!! The only way I could really notice the difference in the guitars the R8’s binding stands out more. Looks whiter, maybe it’s wider. THANK YOU for your posts and reviews!! I really enjoy them and trust your opinions!! And your humor also!! And playing!! I have one ordered. Thanks again!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Tommy, thanks for the very kind words and support man it's really appreciated!... hope you don't have to wait too long for your own Lazarus! :)

@kenthhamner2641 Жыл бұрын

I think when Joe puts his name to something it's not crap but an affordable sub! Beautiful looking guitar.

@davidbloom2373 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful guitar

@jeromeleoterry 2 жыл бұрын

Still waiting on mine to arrive. Hopefully today, if not it will be early next week. I’m glad I pulled the trigger when I did. Great review!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Hope that arrives today man!... but worth the wait I reckon.

@jeromeleoterry 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas never showed up today. Oh well. Hopefully early next week.

@jeromeleoterry 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas finally got mine. It’s a dandy!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

@@jeromeleoterry Ah nice one! Happy new guitar day! 😀

@donthewatcher 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the excellent review, i get my Lazarus on Xmas eve via Fed Ex, From a Sam Ash dealer (NYC), and i hope they don't damage the guitar. I also Hope to Get A nice Lookin AAAA flame top, i love burstbuckers in an Epiphone, and top notch electronics, Epiphone stays in tune and sustains forever by the way Joe Bonamassa web site is selling 10 Lazarus Guitars 5 are special edition JB fretboards and 5 are regular Laurel fretboards. Guitar center hollywood, sold me one for $ 832.74 , but cant deliver until 5/10/2022 so when i get the other Lazarus , i will keep the best flame top of the 2

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff... nice Xmas present for you! Thanks for the JB info I shall check that out. Have fun man! 😎👍

@John-hi2yi 2 жыл бұрын

Wow what a surprise, haven’t even watched yet, brilliant

@John-hi2yi 2 жыл бұрын

Ok now I’ve watched the movie and it’s great. I have the 59 and was hoping the Lazarus would be based on it, as it’s a winner. A lovely review as usual, I’m filled with guitar joy lol, Ordered mine Sunday night and it’s due end of November, now the wait seems worth it. Cheers again

@donalddemille5910 Жыл бұрын

Some mew ones just came back for sale and I bought one. Fingers crossed, this a big investment for me! thanks for the great review.

@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын

Nice one Donald!

@captmike4519 2 жыл бұрын

Great video.

@rocktorrocks 2 жыл бұрын

None of the reviews seem to do the flame top any justice, except yours. The top looks stunning here, didn’t care for it much until I watched your vid. Would love to give this a try if I find one. Enjoyed the video as always. Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man that’s appreciated!

@rocketpoolpki 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool guitar man. In about 50 years there will be a lot of barn finds.

@thatpeterboy 2 жыл бұрын

Nice..yep nice job Epiphone and Joe Bonamassa, looks and sounds good. Great review as always :)

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Pete!

@mrzedlyt 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous looking guitar...lovely sounds under you fingertips...mine is on it's way...can't wait to play The Thrill Is (back).

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers man... hope you don’t wait too long!

@mrzedlyt 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas Got it...your review is spot on, and I've set it up as you have. I've also polished the top which to my eye really pops the flames...and check out JB's Royal Tea album: killer!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

@@mrzedlyt Cheers man that's great news!...use anything special to polish it up?

@danielcgomez 2 жыл бұрын

I Have the first run Epiphone Gold Top from back in '13 ..it is a great guitar, so I ca well imagine that the Lazarus is a fine instrument. Great review btw!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Daniel!

@joehahn8817 2 жыл бұрын

Great video man!!! So far my statement about my Epi '59 Les Paul Standard curing my GAS has been true. As sweet as this guitar is, I really don't feel the need to run out and get one. Epiphone is making some seriously good stuff these days!!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Joe, it’s early days... let us know how you feel in the morning 🤣👍🎸

@Moyetniishiswa2000 2 жыл бұрын

GAS? Guitar Acquisition Syndrome?

@paul_sebastian1154 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see you doing a review of this guitar, always fancied a JB signature model being a big JB fan, I have a Gibson Les Paul and a Vintage lemon drop so can’t really justify it, my next GAS is a decent acoustic! Would you ever consider doing acoustic reviews? Keep up the good work 👍

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul, cheers for comment. I’m afraid acoustics just don’t get me going at all 🤷‍♂️

@sebastianhusche298 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another awesome review. Really like how you dig into the details with measurements and all the things, your calm explanations and the nice atmosphere. Every review is like a story, a fairy tale on its own. Entertaining as well as informative. This is topped only by your tasteful playing which I love to listen and watch. Please continue to do so, I really enjoy it. Regarding this specific guitar: mine arrived yesterday. In perfectly playable condition and with perfect build quality, just lowered the bass side action a bit to my liking. I really liked the sound of the Epiphone 1959s in almost all videos but couldn't decide to hit the buy button yet. Until the Lazarus appeared in the stores. Same hardware, same guitar, just with a one-piece neck and nicer looking top. I can second all your statements you made in the video, even the bolder ones. It looks, sounds and plays brilliant. Craftmanship is exemplary, I saw many guitars of much higher price tiers that simply cannot compete with the Epiphone Lazarus. I also own a Gibson Les Paul Studio EB 2020 which I never really bonded with. It has some flaws in terms of build quality, the neck is sticky, the nitro shows some lack noses on the fretboards top edge, the neck pocket has some cosmetic issues. Not really major issues for me but it does just not feel as a Gibson product should feel in my eyes. When it comes to sound I generally like the Gibson 490/498 combination but it really sounds thin and hyper-modern compared to the Burstbuckers in the Lazarus, which sounds much fatter, richer and musical than the Gibson. Long story short: will sell the Gibson and keep the Lazarus as the Lazarus is simply the superior guitar over the Gibson.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Sebastian, thanks for all the kind words and support... I keep saying this but it's really massively appreciated!! Glad you love this guitar too, Epiphone do keep surprising me with the quality and playability of their releases and this one is no exception... almost raise the bar?? Cheers man!

@alanst.4417 2 жыл бұрын

Second every word about the review! Wish I could say I have the Lazarus, too 😉

@aureliusandthespiral Жыл бұрын

Lovely playing.

@theguitaristas Жыл бұрын

Cheers man! 😎👍

@victorbeebe8372 2 жыл бұрын

Aloha and Mahalo again. Very tempting. Already got the Epi 59 inspired by. Three of JB Epi models. I enjoy playing all of them. This one due to the construction would be a step. Looking forward to next video

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Victor, I think this is a step forward in the flaming and the neck so wonder if this means more to come along this line?... that could mean we will never stop buying the latest Epiphone Les Paul which I guess is the plan!

@victorbeebe8372 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas That the plan! I be nice if JB would have Epiphone make other styles of his guitar. I wonder if JB has a Byrdland? A 335 would be nice. I believe his model are better in quality

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

@@victorbeebe8372 I owned the JB polymist firebird for a while and it was excellent... I think you may be right about JB name meaning more attention to the quality.

@Trial212 2 жыл бұрын

@@victorbeebe8372 I'd give a left testicle for a Bonamassa Epiphone Byrdland!! Somehow I think that JB maybe, just maybe, doesn't own a Byrdland. Out of a collection of about 400 guitars, could that be possible?? :-) I agree wholeheartedly that his "Replica" guitars are of a higher quality.

@victorbeebe8372 2 жыл бұрын

The three version I got ate nice. I wish I realize this when he had the 335 or 355 released for his 3 kings tour. Epiphone just released the Lucille again. I just might have to get it! I hope Collin dors a review.

@richardlynch5632 2 жыл бұрын

The nylon stockings test has to be done with regular nylon stockings... My wife (RIP) had both types... Regular because she could make runs in them for a punk look and runless type when going out to dinner with Grammy.😁 Perhaps McKnight can turn you on to his favorites...?😂 Not a humbucker fan... But that is a nice sounding and looking guitfiddle 😎👍 Looking forward to the Riviera breakdown 😎👍 Great video as usual 😉😎👍 😎👍❤🖖 Love Brother

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

😂👍

@e.henrythripshaw4554 2 жыл бұрын

I CANNOT be tempted by this guitar! I am strong! I have a will of steel! I am impervious to temptation! (Largely because I have succumbed to it so many times and already have six Les Paul-type guitars...) Another fun show. Thanks so much for making Fridays, _immediately_ after work, something to look forward to so I can watch the new episode. A question for you, though: When I lived in England, a few decades back, "ta" used to be a mostly Northern expression. Is that still the case or is it more widespread now. Cheers.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

How’s your gas this morning though? 😜 I’m from Essex and as far as I know have no Northern ancestors 🤔 Ta for comment! 😂

@johnm3152 2 жыл бұрын

You've got a sweet Peter Green touch n' tone. What an albatross. Very enjoyable. thx.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, that’s appreciated!

@orsettgreenboy 2 жыл бұрын

Mainly because of your excellent review I ordered this guitar and thought I would have to wait months. But no, PMT delivered and it pretty quickly after all. It is a always a bit of a gamble buying online but Im so glad I did. This for me and its just own opinion, this guitar especially the neck feels more comfortable and suits me better than my PRS S2 which cost a whole lot more. So a massive thank you Col for your time in putting these reviews out. Cheers 👍👍🍺🍺

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one!... that's really good to hear, did you get a decent looking top?

@orsettgreenboy 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas yes not too shabby, not amazing but pretty good. Im loving the colour though, a orangey yellow, my favourite

@kingstumble 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and informative. I see PMT have sold out again! I am tempted but I wish more on-line stores would show the actual guitars in stock and weight so you can select the one you want. Peach Guitars are one of the few to do it.

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

I think Guitar Guitar and GAK may have had some left this morning. Agreed that the initial presentation from Peach is good... they do talk a good game! ;)

@alexhudson3574 2 жыл бұрын

lovely playing

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex I appreciate that.

@charliemale3674 2 жыл бұрын

I got one last week I'm very happy with it

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one!

@charliemale3674 2 жыл бұрын

@@theguitaristas I did a little review myself Not as indepth as yours, which as always is very good

@dfwlistener7593 2 ай бұрын

Love the videos mate. Blimey! You're a great player don't put yourself down, or pay those cheeky blokes any mind.

@theguitaristas 2 ай бұрын

😊🙏

@davidkerr1971 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Colin, another great guitar from Epiphone, great video man, Im still 50-50 on buying one but your video has got me thinking lol I love the Epiphone 59 some Im sure I would dig this one as well lol. Thanks for sharing another great video, take care. ✌😎✌

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers David!

@dantaylor1724 2 жыл бұрын

I bought one of these. Great review!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one Dan!

@shovington67 2 жыл бұрын

I believe the Philip McKnight test is done with cheap stockings, mainly because they run easily, and give a better sense of the sharpness of the fret ends. You Sir, own quality undergarments !!!

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed I only wear the very finest hosiery! 😆👍

@glennevans5824 2 жыл бұрын

Hello my friend..I just ordered one…I mentioned I own some high end Gibsons…R9 lemon burst my long long dream guitar…I know the tops on these vary…big time..like most of Joe B…epiphones this may go up in value..It’s basically the 59 with a different veneer..?…Yours has a nice veneer..Man,for the money it’s quite a good guitar….the appointments…Burstbuckers alone…just have to get lucky …on veneer top.flame…Love yr R8…like my custom shop…R9…the flame tops on yours and mine are a thing of beauty…cheers..Glenn.nyc ..

@theguitaristas 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one... hope you get lucky man!