Epiphone Les Paul Custom Limited-Edition Electric Guitar (Silver Burst) $599 + Free Shipping

RobertJason

Yesterday 02:59 PM

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RobertJasonYesterday 02:59 PM

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Awesome guitar!

gman_lumos

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gman_lumosYesterday 07:55 PM

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I have a genuine question for folks who own or buy Gibson/Epiphone.

With most of the non-US models being made in China, Indonesia/Korea factories, I'm trying to understand if the price is for the brand or for the quality/craftsmanship.

The reason why I'm asking, is because - certain Chinese companies like Westcreek or Firefly or Fesley (there are TONS) are offering better specs for lower cost.

Is it just pure brand value surcharge or is there some special sauce in the pickups that are being used etc.

mwbarrett85

Yesterday 09:00 PM

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mwbarrett85Yesterday 09:00 PM

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Quote from gman_lumos

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I have a genuine question for folks who own or buy Gibson/Epiphone.

With most of the non-US models being made in China, Indonesia/Korea factories, I'm trying to understand if the price is for the brand or for the quality/craftsmanship.

The reason why I'm asking, is because - certain Chinese companies like Westcreek or Firefly or Fesley (there are TONS) are offering better specs for lower cost.

Is it just pure brand value surcharge or is there some special sauce in the pickups that are being used etc.

A big part of buying a guitar is trying it out. People call out specific brands as having QC issues, but honestly every brand is gonna have variations. And stuff like weight is always gonna vary within an individual model even. Many of the random brands that people recommend aren't available to try in store.

brickwindow

Yesterday 10:42 PM

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brickwindowYesterday 10:42 PM

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Quote from gman_lumos

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I have a genuine question for folks who own or buy Gibson/Epiphone. With most of the non-US models being made in China, Indonesia/Korea factories, I'm trying to understand if the price is for the brand or for the quality/craftsmanship. The reason why I'm asking, is because - certain Chinese companies like Westcreek or Firefly or Fesley (there are TONS) are offering better specs for lower cost. Is it just pure brand value surcharge or is there some special sauce in the pickups that are being used etc.

A well manufactured Epiphone will often exceed the quality of a poorly built Gibson. There are quality control issues with any manufacturer regardless of the country of origin, but at the end of the day you are paying a premium for the Gibson or Epiphone name on that headstock. I own 3 Gibsons and I would argue my PRS SE Holcomb is a nicer instrument if you are just comparing build quality. The Gibsons have a feel and nostalgia for me that you can't necessarily put a price on. I love them both.

TeleStratLP335

Today 09:27 PM

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TeleStratLP335Today 09:27 PM

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The one listed (custom) has the nicer headstock, but "Proprietary humbucker"? Come on. MF has free shipping , yes, but check the used market for a bargain. Epiphone Les Paul Lemon Burst outfit (incl. Epi case) all Gibson electronics--999 new at Guit. Ctr; I just got a used one locally for 450.

sillar68

Today 09:53 PM

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sillar68Today 09:53 PM

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Quote from gman_lumos

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I have a genuine question for folks who own or buy Gibson/Epiphone.

With most of the non-US models being made in China, Indonesia/Korea factories, I'm trying to understand if the price is for the brand or for the quality/craftsmanship.

The reason why I'm asking, is because - certain Chinese companies like Westcreek or Firefly or Fesley (there are TONS) are offering better specs for lower cost.

Is it just pure brand value surcharge or is there some special sauce in the pickups that are being used etc.

The cutout on the firefly and westcreeK LP's look weird, like they cut off too much of the horn or whatever. Does Fesly make a LP copy?

MemorableMeerkat779

Today 10:18 PM

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MemorableMeerkat779Today 10:18 PM

186 Posts

Quote from gman_lumos

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I have a genuine question for folks who own or buy Gibson/Epiphone. With most of the non-US models being made in China, Indonesia/Korea factories, I'm trying to understand if the price is for the brand or for the quality/craftsmanship. The reason why I'm asking, is because - certain Chinese companies like Westcreek or Firefly or Fesley (there are TONS) are offering better specs for lower cost. Is it just pure brand value surcharge or is there some special sauce in the pickups that are being used etc.

What do you mean by better specs? There are many things to consider buying a guitar, first and foremost (which personally don't believe happens enough anymore) is folks should go to a store and try the different models they're interested in. Can read all the specs and writings in the world but if that guitar doesn't feel right and sound right in your hands, then there's no point in considering it. Once you've experience playing take it a step further and when ya know the exact guitar wanted, don't settle go try and bunch of em. Even though they may he built on the same line, one serial number away they can play and sound different. Keep looking till you find the right one that speaks to you.

Cheers

Also, if you ever think ya may sell the guitar to upgrade or whatever. Remember some brands just don't hold any value at all. A brand with lil recognition will bring nothing sold on the used market, even with upgrades. Namebrand, will at least create interest and be worth something. Something to keep in mind

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