How close did Epiphone get?

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3 ай бұрын

The original Epiphone Sheraton was one of the most beautiful semi hollow guitars Gibson built. In this video I look at the 150th Anniversary Sheraton and talk about how close it is to those vintage beauties. Of course I cover the major specs and features, as well as provide sound demos both in isolation and in a mix, straight into the Fender Tone Master Deluxe Reverb (blonde spec) and with the addition of very light gain from the Cornerstone Gladio SC.
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@mrartistbill 3 ай бұрын

I can't afford another guitar, but I watch because of the stellar blues guitar playing.

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. I appreciate you watching even if it’s just to see what T-shirt I’m wearing! LOL

@TheRange7 3 ай бұрын

I have an older MIK Sheraton lefty. It's one of my favorite guitars. This one is gorgeous and sounds spectacular. (Len's playing has a ton to do with that) I'm still bothered by the rough fret ends. It's a theme with Epiphone and has been for far too long. I think it's unfair to ask a player to pay 1300 for a guitar with sloppy fret ends, seriously. It's Gibson cutting corners, and that's been a theme for too long as well, IMHO. They won't make these in lefty, so my wallet is safe. Thanks Len, great review.

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. I really appreciate you following my channel.

@braddietzmusic2429 3 ай бұрын

Stunning-looking Epiphone. I already have an old Sheraton from the late 1990s with completely upgraded pickups and electronics, but the want is strong with the mini-humbuckers and that vibrato unit, beautiful finish and sound. First class presentation. There is a new Epiphone Sheraton Frequensator (Viper Blue) that looks, aside from color and tailpiece, to be otherwise identical to the featured guitar here- BUT for $500 LESS. I have my eye on that too, and would really be a good comparison given the seemingly almost identical looks and very similar feature sets- although am possibly missing some major detail that better accounts for the not-insignificant price difference. Just something for your radar and something you might find of further interest if you weren’t aware of it, yet.

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

The regular Sheraton Frequensator model, which comes in sunburst, natural, and Viper Blue, look to be fine guitars and I appreciate the correct look. There are some differences which keep the price down, as you suspect. Mainly, they use the Epiphone (import) pickups, rather than the USA pickups used in the 150th model. Also, the neck is the standard 3-piece construction rather than the one piece neck. I doubt there’s a significant functional difference other than the pickups. Thanks so much for watching.

@braddietzmusic2429 3 ай бұрын

@@leonardgriffieblues5845 Thank you kindly for the great content.

@philnewton2011 3 ай бұрын

Best reviews on the Internet!

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks

@belmontbutty4143 2 ай бұрын

You wear that guitar well, my friend. I agree about the rosewood board, but I suspect those will be on the way in the next 12 months as part of the next mark up. I don't have a problem with what Gibson are doing with Epiphone as these high-end models are very well-made instruments. But they are edging towards second-hand Gibsons in terms of price, and that is where I would prefer to invest my money given the choice. As ever, another well structured, informative film. Thanks, Leonard.

@leonardgriffieblues5845 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Yeah, I’d certainly like to see rosewood, at least on these premium models. I’d agree used Gibson solidbodies are not far off, but I doubt semi hollows will be close anytime soon unless repaired, in poor condition, or perhaps less desirable models like the 335 Studio they made awhile back. When I did my video on the new Epiphone ES-355, I couldn’t find a decent used Gibson 335 for much less than double the price of the Epiphone new. Thankfully, as you point out, Epiphone is doing a good job with these models with features like Gibson pickups and one piece necks. Thanks so much for watching.

@guitarzan0515 3 ай бұрын

That is a Beautiful Guitar!! And yes, You and your playing are Beautiful as well!!💥 I really love the history you give us also. Keep up the Super Fun Happy hour Work💥👍🤙

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks my friend. 😎

@JCM467 3 ай бұрын

Always great to hear you...

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much.

@nellayema2455 3 ай бұрын

That's a beauty. A Sheraton looks good in red! My '97 MIK Sheraton is holding up quite well. It plays good. I do need to replace the pups. The original ones were so microphonic that I could actually talk through them. I put a set of Epi '57 pups in it, but I'm not happy with them. I bought a set of Duncan '59 pups for it, but decided to use them on another guitar, so I got a set of Epi Probuckers that should do the trick. I have the 150th Anniversary Crestwood Custom w/Gibson mini-hums and the Tremotone vibrato. It's a super guitar.

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Nice. I remember some terrific players who played the original Crestwood Custom back in the 60s. Cool guitars. Thanks for checking this out.

@ew6629 3 ай бұрын

That was a fantastic in-depth review and history, really enjoyed it. Everything about this guitar sounded and looked great though I'm not a user of tremolos. The phrasing is always sublime and tasty when you demo guitars! 👍

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Really happy you enjoyed it.

@mr3klax 2 ай бұрын

As always, a very informative and enjoyable video Mr Len. Your Sheraton is gorgeous. Although I have the IGC 1959 ES-355 in Ebony, I think the Sheraton wins in the looks department - finish, headstock, inlays, knobs. I will be on the look out for that comparative video. Thank you Mr Len!

@leonardgriffieblues5845 2 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend. Yes, a real 60s style Sheraton has to be one of the most beautiful semi-hollows.

@mr3klax 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Appreciated.

@davidwood351 3 ай бұрын

Another fine guitar, fine playing, great review. I’m on a guitar diet these days,(I’m retired) likely, I’ll not get one of these.

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. You definitely don’t need to buy every interesting guitar to enjoy seeing it.

@furtherdefinitions1 3 ай бұрын

That is my dream guitar

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

It is a beauty. Thanks for tuning in.

@thelastnic 3 ай бұрын

ES 355 vs Sheraton. Both were great demo/review. Seems the ES 355 had a bit more going for it. I hope when in Chicago you are doing a gig somewhere...

@leonardgriffieblues5845 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Keep an eye out for the direct comparison.