2013 Gibson Custom Les Paul Standard 1959 Reissue R9 review demo 

To be a guitarplayer with the name Mick Taylor must be a challenge :)

the R-9 is so expensive that you may as well look at a custom maker .. when I started playing, Gibson was about it, these days there are many great alternatives..great playing, Mick!!

I own three les pauls. My old 'work' 1972 standard - a 2007 R6 gold top and a 2013 R9. Neither of them compare to the R9. The R9 is a magical combination that sounds and plays incredible.

great review those LPs are gorgeous!

I own the one Neville is playing. Great guitar

At 2:30, it becomes a "used" R9, haha.

I would like to say I could hear the subtle difference that was the pick-ups. They both sound great but the custom pick-ups had a better sound to me, very close though.

Cool guitars but, there were a lot of 'I think' and 'apparently'' in the review. Let's face it, we've been conned into believing this 'ultimate' tone will only ever come from a guitar that only 1600 were ever made. Realistically, most of us would (blindfolded) very easily get what we want from a lesser Gibson or a Tokai or a Vintage. There are a lot of very cool guitars out there, most of them are pretty cheap, and we can all make some amazing noises with them all.

This is my favorite les paul video! Mick and Neville covered it all!

That is probably the nicest sounding marshall amp I have ever heard I dont usually like marshalls all that much just not my tone now this marshall is so bluesy I love it I usually go for vox and fender but man thr tone of that amp is amazing

Play 'em for 40 years and they should look about right! I do have to say seeing Mick playing a LP does my head in a bit, so used to him doing the Blues Lemon thing with a strat it just looks odd to me. Good work, and Mick didn't much bat an eye when he relic'd that headstock on the amp - good 'un mate, well done!

Great review.... Just bought a Gibson Les Paul, Custom Classic lite, last week...I can't put it down.....I must have played it 6hrs a night.... for the last 6 nights....

I bought a 2014 r9 it cost stupid money. But I have wanted one way to long. I replaced the parts I felt were lacking. I have played shows with it for about 2 years no remorse. it is my third new les paul. got my first one in 77. These are very nice.

I think most people have a misconception about Chunky necks. I think that if you have big hands like I do, chunky necks are FAR MORE comfortable to play than thin necks.

Chaps, this is an excellent review. I'd love to see more like this. Perhaps for similar high end guitars. Very in depth, great playing and lovely tones.

Beautiful LPs, I own a 2012 studio with chrome hardware, love it.

What a great, warm sound these guys have! I think any Paul they play - it will sound cool.

I have 3 Tanglewood signatures str1’s and they are they very same spec, built in Japan and they resonate for ever and the build quality is amazing. I’ve bought all at 300 quid each, there was a Gibson lawsuit in 2004 and only 1200 made and I’d say you’re lucky if you get one coming up forsale and there probably 650 now if you find one and they are really worth three times that........ and more.

Good review. I have one and it's a fabulous guitar. The custom buckers are night and day better than the burst buckers

mick's one sound a little bit cleaner. nev's one although sounds thicker, it sounds a little bit muddier on the lower strings. both are great, i just prefer micks one a little bit more, to each of his own i guess

You two sound incredibly alike! Hard to tell if I'm not looking :P

I thought I would like the Barenuckles best. The Gibson PUPs actually sound fuller and more harmonically richer. I am surprised and impressed. Love both looks, but prefer the Paul on the right.

very nice warm sound... i think it's also for that marshall... amazing.... and... les paul + marshall combo... amazing

My dream guitar. What a beauty

The top carve looks much better and perhaps more accurate on the Les Paul on the left borrowed from Andertons. However, the one on the right sounds much better!

I like that 1974X Nice tone

really great review guys... you work well together... thanks

The older dude's one (the tea burst) sounds better.... sweeter

Would be helpful to know what strings/gauges you both are using as well? That makes so much difference... On any Gibson I personally prefer 12. or 11.s, anything below is too weedy.. and there is no excuse to the seasoned player because the scale length makes it so easy to bend...

That intro sounds very nice!

Just before "Back in the real world", was when they both had the biggest smiles. 23:32

Great demo guys!

Of course they are humbuckers and you said you were playing "straight in", but was there any noise cancelation or compression in this demo? The lack of incidental finger noise is apparent. Great video thank you.

I love'em all. But this is not a fair comparison. Because Neville is not Mick and Mick is not Neville. Both players sound good but in their own ways. Their hands, fingers and soul/passion/feeling is translated to a guitar in different way. They should exchange the guitars to be more fair. Btw: what really matters is not how hard we see a review/test but your own review, in the music shop or (much better) at home/gig, That really counts. But..if I had the money...I'd buy a '59 reissue without hesitation.

Why doesn't Gibson simply make their regular guitars to the 59 spec? Wouldn't they sell a lot more?

Thoroughly enjoyed that review. Brilliant tones all over the shop. I want one, but they are well overpriced. If I was nit picking for the sake of it, I wasn't entirely sure when they were talking about turning the tone pots down because they only touched the volumes. Sure, rolling the volume pot adjusts the tone because without a treble bleed the top end goes, but they didn't say that. One guy said there would be a massive drop in volume if I did that on a Strat, and there was on the Paul....and if they're so good, how come he'd had 5? Why would you sell guitars if they were that good? Upgrading is one thing, like swapping 2 for the one, but you'd keep one surely?

Its a tough call: MIck and Neville? the Doug and Pat Show? Mike Burns? Greg Koch? Anderton's Demo's? who is the best? maybe I should consult with Wild Ciencias' site "who would win? a wolverine or a honey badger?..... All provide great demos....

a pleasure to watch - thank you!

Jesus Mick looks so young.

Great sounding rig! Thanks for sharing.

I think the real Mick Taylor ( ex rolling stone) plays one of those now. He's still playing dates in 2016

What model of Bare knuckle hum buckers do you have on your guitar? What type of Alnico was used and what are the OHMS on the Neck & Bridge? Great tones.

Nice work Gentlemen!

Mick lol! Long ways from here mate!

Perfect aside from the white plastic nut. Gibson couldn't spring for a vintage-tint TUSQ nut or bone? C'mon.

They both sound great! Woof!!

Woops...banging the headstock around at 2:30... careful!

As a Tele guy, I definitely prefer Neville's guitar's sound!

The 2013 Les Paul custom sounds better plus you have more options to choose from. I just bought one it sounds amazing through my Mesa Boogie Mark 2B amp I use a Boss Mega distortion I get the Santana sound I have been looking for. I think these are the last of the great Gibson guitars. I seen one of the new models and the workman ship was terrible.i am so glade I bought mine before it was to late. Cheers to this video. I liked both guitars but in my opinion the the 2013 Led Paul just sounded better.

What would a guitarplayer do,jamming with Gary Moore or working?

Great video, thanks guys, keep 'em coming.

excellent demo.... how does this compare to a '58 Historic?

Absolutely superb

Nice little smash at 2:30 haha whoops

I think they both flat out sound like the Blues Breaker.

Proper tones!

Great review! Thanks!

Bonamassa said once his best 59's were heavy!

they don't sound like they cost AT ALL. and its not the amps fault, is a great amp.

ROCK ON

you guys should do a podcast man! seriously! Like you should play guitar and all in it. not just talk around

Are those Bareknuckle pickups available? The Paul with the BK sounds much fuller and sweeter. I want those pickups!

are these pickups in production by bare knuckle, or were they a one-off jobbie?

Original 58's,59's & 60's were between 8-10lbs.What do these weight?

Gibson should hire Doug Aldrich for reviewing such guitars..and give him a gold top too, I bet sales wiill soar through the roof..

You can't A/B guitars with two different players. I prefer Neville's LP but a lot of the tone is coming from his technique as well. I prefer his more aggressive attack more than Taylor's. Equally killer players though.

Awesome tone :)

I see that Gibson has made many reissues every year. Which was the best Year and why? Why are the 2014 reissues worse than 2013's ? Are there major differences, or is it all about image?

Is the neck width still 1 11/16" at the nut?

Merci !

Mick, watch that headstock, LOL. Your dangerous waving that thing around. I own yable right out of the box.3 Gibbys and I had to send 2 of them back to Gibson a week after I got them. One had a warped neck. LOL Angus Young SG had a poorly cut nut & neck binding that caught the High E all the time. The only Gibson that came perfect was my Custom Shop ES-335. Played perfect out of the box. I personally think Gibson has shot themselves in the foot, or maybe the head with their 15-20% price increase.

How many times have Gibson repackaged the 59?

Very cool !

So Neville your guitar sounds MUCH better live with your unique pickups custom wound by Tim Mills one of the best pickup winders in the world. You're reviewing a guitar that no-one can buy.

the arm of this les poul is thin or round?

great vid

U guys don't have to explain everything u know!

In the yard is a pair of penguins wellingtons filed with dries peas.

u can see after he like omg hope the captain isnt watching

I’m a sucker for marketing, so I’m going to drink the Kool aid on these babies. And they certainly aren’t too hard to look at!

Some of the comments here about these guitars being a waste have NOT tried these reissues. A guy I know spent thousands on a 59 burst years ago and it didn't sound that great yet everybody craves the originals thinking they all sound fantastic. It all depends on previous owners and how they maintained their guitars. NO ONE in the 60s drooled over the originals because they had no idea they would be worth anything. I suppose get a reissue, leave it in a closet for 50 years and will it sound like an original does now? Don't know but I am certain the reissues are built to more exacting standards than the originals. When I went shopping for a Les Paul, I was looking for the same look, but without the price. I bought a 2014 Standard after trying a few others like a Traditional and a few 58 and 59 reissues. I can't justify spending nearly three times as much on a guitar that does not sound three times better. The reissue was a bit warmer and had a slight bit of aging as they all do yet the sparkly shiny new 2014 standard sustained just as well. But then a friend buys Epiphone and I am surprised that at one tenth of the price you do get bang for the buck still. I almost bought the reissue but I can't see them going up in value like the original. Besides, expensive guitars don't resell unless they are proper vintage and are sought after whereas a new LP in a popular color and good condition will resell quickly.

You guys look like you're a couple of middle school kids giving a presentation. Each waiting for their turn to talk, with a voice like you're reading it from a little card.

WHY DID HE PAUSE AT 2:30 IS IT BECAUSE you smashed the head on the amp

where can i get the backing track of the beggining?

Animal glue?!?! Gibsons are no longer vegan?!?!

Actually I would prefer the option of skipping the playing demo and just hearing the chat about them. Because ... internet sound quality.

i strongly doubt that someone will come up with better pedal than clone kentaur , tried numerous boutique pedals , and my friend made me kentaur for about 40$ , (he said it costed him 15$) and its just kills everything else , its just that good

I love the look of the aniline, but that material is a carcinogen, and it's low enough in molecular weight that it can volatilize. That's why the color leaches into the binding. It's also constantly subliming and you are breathing it, particularly when first open the case that you store it in. For that specific choice, I would rather have something that "looks like" aniline but doesn't cause cancer. On a separate note, I don't think it makes much sense to demo/compare a guitar that doesn't have the original pickups in it unless that is the point of the video. And why would you spend that much on a guitar that isn't what you wanted in the first place?

"Stock apart from new pickups" heheh!

You don't need to spend money like this. I got a mint 78 Hamer Sunburst last year for £900. it's as good as an original 59 LP. younger players don't really know about them. if you want a tremendous, get a Hamer Mirage. I thought the one on the left sounded better in this video. I don't think the pick up change on the right one was worth it.

It's misleading to compare two guitars when they are being played by different people. Something as simple as your pick selection and how much you are choking-up on the pick can dramatically alter the perceived "tone" of the instrument.

People always bitch about Gibson guitars! I have USA, custom shop and a Kalamazoo guitar. The custom shop r7 is the one though. its just got something about it.

You big have the same voice (0:42!?)

PAFs weren't ever scatter wound were they? I think I heard that from seymore duncan. Informative review but a shame its so dull and serious, and smug too! the only chuckle they have is about how many R9's they own!

Love the Bare Knuckles !!!

Now u can buy a made to measure.

Pretty impressive sounding guitars I didn't think they would sound as good as my 2003 LesPaul LPJ but they sound pretty close, almost as good. If my LPJ got lost or stolen and I couldn't find another one, I'd consider getting one of these for sure.

if they say "flat out" one more time...

Why are they so overpriced? the r9 should really be no more than 3000 dollars. it sure does not cost 6500 dollars to make this.

Klon ..wow