Epiphone 1959 vs Lazarus - Ltd Edition Les Paul Standards - Side By Side

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This week we finally take a closer look at these two limited edition Epiphone Les Paul's and try to answer the question a lot of you have been asking... is the one I got better than the other one? Grab a coffee or a beer and join us for a look and listen and let's find out!!
Links to the individual reviews of these guitars...
Epiphone 59 Review Series:
• Epiphone 1959 Les Paul...
Epiphone Lazarus Review:
• Epiphone Joe Bonamassa...
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If you don't like any of the talking or the playing bits in this video we've made it easy for you to skip along to the next chapter in case something more interesting is happening...
0:00 play in & coming up
1:12 what's happening today?
4:15 some playing on the 59 with Monty's pickups
5:15 bethnal green prototypes
6:42 comparisons wiring & pickups
7:29 body & necks
8:52 veneer flame tops
10:17 frets
10:42 neck profiles & measurements
12:40 today's amp and rig setup
13:22 some more playing starts here
15:29 body finish
18:03 the hard cases
18:50 another DPD courier mess-up
19:22 medallions
19:33 some more playing here
20:43 so what's the difference?
22:07 summary
23:47 the answer
24:22 play out jam
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Amps: Vox AC30C1
Mics SM57's & AKG414
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 into Protools
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@John-hi2yi 2 года назад

Colin I’m so glad this was a shoot out and not a new review, cause I’ve got both, not because I wanted them but because I needed them. Please stop showing me guitars I need, or just carry on with this important service. Cheers

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

The thing is John I need these guitars too... I'd carry on doing this even if no-one watched! 🤣👍

@jmoses580 Год назад

I only found your channel and videos about 2 weeks ago so I get to watch one every day till I can catch up! In the meantime I went and got the Epi 59 and I absolutely love it! Again I want to thank you for your videos! I've learned more about guitars in the past 2 weeks than in all the years I've been playing! Best channel on RU-vid!!! Thank you! Thanks for putting a smile on my face every morning 😁

@theguitaristas Год назад

Thanks Jim that's appreciated... glad you found us! 😁👍

@MattyT181 2 года назад

Love the no bullshit and upfront approach you have mate. One of the most enjoyable videos I've watched lately. Thank you for your time.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Matt that’s appreciated 😎👍

@bretttoddable 2 года назад

I have the 59' and absolutely love it, but the finish on that lazurus looks much nicer!

@taichichuanjuan 2 года назад

Hello, I´m very interested in this guitar. Could you tell me the thickness at 1st and 12th frets. Thanks.

@andrewcruz7595 Год назад

I found a 59 one with a gloss finish it's so cool

@MRoo1oo 2 года назад

Great review as always. Your laid back vibe works well with your refreshing honesty. You're the real deal.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks that's appreciated! 🙏😊

@chrisvsmusicny 5 месяцев назад

I got a '59 in Limited Edition Lemon Burst (ironically looks just like the Lazarus) from Guitar Center here in the US. I played the floor model and fell in love with it, then found out it was on sale for $250 off - even cheaper than the regular burst finish models! I was so happy to bring it home. Looking for videos on it is what actually brought me to your channel, so thanks for doing what you do, Colin!

@theguitaristas 5 месяцев назад

Nice score Chris! 😁👍

@garretazonsa 2 года назад

Sound-wise its definitely a wash and majority would say the Lazarus is the better looking one but I am so attracted to that dark burst! Especially when it hits the light in certain angles. Nice comparison, as usual! 🥇🏆

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers dude! 😎👍👍

@maddmatt55 2 года назад

Hi Colin. I look forward to seeing your videos every week. I love your playing I just wish I could play as well as you! As I’m now in the market for a hollow/semi-hollow I’m going back over some of your previous videos. Thanks for keeping us all entertained and informed, I view you as the British Trogly but with affordable guitars. See you next week. All the best and stay safe

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Madmatt thanks for the kind words! 🙏😊 I got a Squier Starcaster lined up for review soo just to throw another one into the semi-hollow mix so watch this space!

@andrewbecker3700 2 года назад

The Aged Southern Fade Burst '59s have IMHO the best tops on any of the new Epiphone Les Paul's. Some of the ones I've seen on forums are unbelievable for a veneer. Mines pretty decent and am very glad to have it.

@joorock63 9 месяцев назад

I got a 59 in lemon burst a few days ago, killer , thanks for your videos on these beauties😁🤜🤛

@claytonphelps9911 Год назад

Great job as always on your videos, keep on rockin'

@650thunderbird5 2 года назад

The one I've been waiting for 👍🏻👍🏻 Good stuff, Colin! Laz is still available in OZ, but at $1879AUD, they don't seem to be moving. I did pay $1550AUD for the '59, which is as far as I would stretch for an Epiphone, probably.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers man, minor details aside you already got what you need! 😎👍👍

@azizaziz7007 2 года назад

Love you videos. Your voice is very soothing. I had put this video on when I couldn’t sleep and woke up with a 59.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

🤣👍👍

@Rico_B 2 года назад

Excellent review (and channel). It’s interesting, at Guitar Center (website) they are taking Lazarus reserves for $899, but have a used one listed for $1,249. Thanks for your great insight, and humor. Cheers from Arizona!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Rico thanks for the kind words and support! 😎👍

@donthewatcher 2 года назад

thanks for the great comparison review, Colin i got a Lazarus because of the Neck, and i got a nice top ...... both great guitars

@alanst.4417 2 года назад

This is one of the comparisons I've been waiting for and you didn't disappoint as always, Colin! 👏 Both great guitars as expected, the Lazarus got more mixed reviews at Thomann's though. But your final decision just got me 😆 Keep on rocking 🎸

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Alan, I can only say what I think and speak of the guitar in front of me, so always good to look at a cross section of reviews and decide who you trust… I am honoured! 😆👍👍

@alanst.4417 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas my pleasure 😉 The "say what I think" is one of the things I appreciate most on you channel. Not so common these days unfortunately...

@onorioneto3798 2 года назад

Its a crime that this channel has less than 20k subs. Every review/comparasion is just perfect

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks that’s appreciated 🙏 early days and i just appreciate how many people are already watching and subscribing! 😎👍👍

@grg-mpgmusic7247 2 года назад

It used to be 'FRIDAY - The end of another work week!'.....Now it is 'FRIDAY- A new video from The Guitaristas Channel!' That's worth a day off to watch!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks that's really appreciated... glad you like my brand of bullshit!! 🤣👍

@grg-mpgmusic7247 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas Just keep on keeping on...I find your content and delivery very refreshing and a throw back to the players I used to follow in my youth on the local scene.....

@rocktorrocks 2 года назад

Couldn’t agree more! As I’ve gotten more into collecting gear, I’ve realized when one has to choose between two guitars, the answer is always both. 😁 I like the flame on the Lazarus, but I prefer the dark burst color on the 59’. Would love to see them do a nice flames veneer with that darker burst.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Looks like new colour options may be coming!

@rocktorrocks 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas Fingers crossed! Haven’t gotten an epiphone in years but that may change if they make that new finish. 😎

@brentbeltz8968 2 года назад

Hello Colin! Don’t worry about those other channels: I watch those but I wait for yours! Love my Lazarus! I have seen some rather bland tops, and I was nervous what I would get, but mine looks like yours - highly recommend! See you next week.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Brent, thanks for the support man it's really appreciated... see you nets week! 😎👍

@Trial212 2 года назад

Another fine review!! You really hit the nail on the head about the differences between the two. Both of mine sustain like crazy and I'm not sure that the "better" one piece Lazarus neck has all that much to do with it. I will say that my 59 is in the VOS Aged Cherry Burst, which is a lovely finish. I just can't get on with the Dark (Tobacco??) Burst finish. The Lazarus finish wins hands down over the Dark Burst in my book. BUT, you throw the cherry finish in the ring and you really got a problem. They both look fabulous. So I fixed it by getting both. Heck of an idea!!!! Seriously, you can't go wrong with either one. Keep up the great work Colin! Cheers!! Bryan

@grandpajoe3002 2 года назад

Colin Your right I have to have both, your 5 part review put me over the edge, so I now have the 59. I also have the Lazarus on preorder from Sweetwater. It will take some time before I get it, that's fine because I am in the Queue for it. Your reviews are simply fantastic and genuine. I look forward to seeing them weekly.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Joe… I don’t know whether to say thank you or apologise for being a bad influence! 😆👍

@ToTheMaxGaming1 2 года назад

Exactly the comparison I was looking for!

@davidgibson6063 Год назад

hi Colin great set of videos on the 1959 Epiphone, had the 2018 Tribute had it 4 years tried the epi cherry no contest traded it in there and then first thoughts this is the sound I was looking for when i bought the tribute.keep up the good work straight up honest videos

@lukebroste1182 9 месяцев назад

I just recently traded In a brand new 2022 Gibson Les Paul tribute for a brand new Epiphone les Paul 1959 standard outfit The Gibson price was 1877$cad after taxes and came with a soft gig bag The epiphone price was 1500$ after taxes and came with a hard case The Gibson was a bare bones guitar and the only reason it was expensive was because of the name on the headstock The Epiphone was hands down a way better built, feel and sounding guitar in every way. It blew the Gibson right out of the water. I love the Epiphone’s hand rolled neck and the feel of it better than any Gibson I’ve ever played I’ll never ever buy a Gibson again My main guitar is a 2006 Epiphone les Paul plustop pro that I modded with new pups, new nut, new capacitors and wiring and she’s a screaming demon. I regularly get compliments on my guitar sound at my bands shows. We’re about to go on tour next month too here in 🇨🇦🤟🤟🤟🤟

@johnladdsmusic 2 года назад

Great video as always Colin! You're bang on; other than the 1-piece neck, it's a beauty contest...I have and love the same dark burst 59, but if I could turn back time, I'd go Laz (but not the one with Joe's name inlaid) as I've always been a sucker for honey bursts

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

😎👍👍

@tomrosa4248 2 года назад

Hey Colin, I like the timing of this video coming out. I commented when you first reviewed the Epiphone '59 that this is a good guitar but my heart was set on getting a Gibson R9, I recently picked one up and seeing this video is kind of like a wish coming to fruition . I will be checking back in a couple of hours to see this weeks posting. Thanks again and Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Tom, which one did you get in the end?? 😎👍

@tomrosa4248 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas I got the 2018 VOS Royal Tea Burst, Wow! This guitar plays great, I have seen many reviews and you can see the finish and hear the tone but you cannot describe the feel and the resonance. This worth the price. I am not spoiled or snobby I will continue to rock with my Tribute Special with P-90's Thanks again for all you do for us.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

@@tomrosa4248 Nice one! 😎👍

@bushcry1 2 года назад

@@tomrosa4248 Feel and acoustic resonance with note clarity is usually what sets apart a Gibson vs. Epiphone.... Not necessarily noticeable through audio files...

@ingenuitymedia9434 2 года назад

Hey Colin, Awesome video as always. I have a Lazarus, just out of pure luck. Long and McQuade here never seemed to have any ‘59s since the release, and someone custom ordered a Lazarus, and head office sent 2. The Lazarus is awesome and does look and play great. Like others, I’ve wondered about the difference, side by side. As I still really like the dark aged burst ‘59 as well. Now, of course, (and I’m not saying BECAUSE of the timing of your comparison, but it is fishy) the local L&M has, for the first time since release, gotten both a cherry burst and dark age burst ‘59s in. Sooo... when my wife asks WHY I bought a second guitar in a month, I’m totally going to show her the video segment of you telling me I need both! You might want to expect a visit! Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

👍😆... Don't worry this is your support group and I am quite happy help justify to your significant other why you just 'had' to have this guitar 🤣 What works for me and mine is to point out all the far worse things I could be doing. Never fails!

@paulcopsey6573 2 года назад

Ordered my Lazarus from Andertons on a pre order mid December 21, collected it 5th Jan 22. Staggered it was available so quickly. Love it to bits. Would also like the 59, but I am now thinking that as they are so close, I may do an upgrade on my 2015 Epiphone Les Paul instead. Really lovely iced tea burst, great flame veneer, but want to sand back or dull down the thick poly finish to make it more satin & change pick ups. It is more a 60s neck & already put 60s knobs on it. Looks the part, but could be better, especially in the playing department. Great post again Colin. Still fingers crossed that a bright spark at Epiphone decides to do a 50s, P90 Gold top, even better with the lighter coloured back.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Paul 😎👍

@johnlloyd9613 2 года назад

Good show Colin, as always!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

😎👍

@johntaylor8829 2 года назад

Nice show and thanks for showing the difference between the two! Same sound with a little different look.

@jimhova 2 года назад

Love your channel! As a gearhead, I can sit and watch it for hours. One thing that strikes me is that all of the gear you review sounds like you. Thinking back, I can say the same about the other RU-vid players and myself as well. I love your comment at the end that the two guitars are basically the same. Should you get both? Definitely!

@alanst.4417 2 года назад

Yeah that was a great point 😆

@voyager7 2 года назад

As you were asking "the question" of needing to get both, I chuckled to myself and said, "of course"! Then you answered in kind with, "definitely"...haha!!! Another great video!

@timothy5974 2 года назад

Thank you for a great review and your personality. I’m going to keep watching my local Chicago Music Exchange for these. Cheers!!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks Timothy that's appreciated! 😎👍

@timothy5974 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas I don’t want to take your time, some have said for my first Paul I should think about the Gibson Tribute over the 59 limited based on re-sale. What do you think?🙏

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

@@timothy5974 Hey Timothy, no problem! I don't think resale value should even be a consideration as the 59 will always be £500 cheaper to start with. You may lose less on the Gibson if and when you sell it but if you invested the money you'd saved in the first place elsewhere... well you can do that math! this is not about sound financial investment it's about having fun and buying what pleases you most so go with what your heart tells you! Hope that helps... let us know what you end up getting! 😎👍👍

@jackiecrockett8539 2 года назад

Thank you sir for your time, I really take in what you have to say. You Rock!!!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks Jackie that’s appreciated! 😎👍👍

@ravendagrey 2 года назад

I'd like to see you do the Epiphone Les Paul Axcess Alex Lifeson Signature if you're able to get your hands on one Another great and informative video and can't wait for the next one!

@ToTheMaxGaming1 2 года назад

Think it comes down to finish preference at the end of the day, interestingly andertons are doing an exclusive 59 in a lemon burst very similar looking to Lazarus, also those monty pafs sound insanely good. Another great comparison video

@luisg1653 2 года назад

There are a few exclusive colors of the 59. I like the southern fade. Sweetwater has two exclusive colors as well. I have the dark one but would have gone with the southern if I knew it existed a year ago. Excellent guitars.

@marcozarattini1854 2 года назад

Fantastic... I like to buy Lazarus, just because it resembles to the Paul Kossoff 59...Koss is my favourite guitarist👍👍👍🎸🎶🎸🎶... And now let's see this new video... You always say and show us interesting things... Cheers👍👍👍

@seanjennings20 2 года назад

Andertons have released a 59 lemon burst finish and I just got mine delivered today. Looks similar to the Lazarus but the flame top looks better on Lazarus I’d say. But all the same I’m over the moon with it. Stunning guitar

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Nice one! 😎👍👍

@stevehanham9266 2 года назад

Love the look of the Lazarus. Seems, judging by others I've seen, you were quite fortunate in getting one with such a nice finish! Anyway, another great video my friend. Thank you. 😊😎🎸

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Steve! 😎👍👍

@tedstryyker374 2 года назад

Delightful and insightful video comparison, well done! Would you please consider reviewing one of the new Epiphone Prophecy Les Pauls (with the Fishman Fluence pickups)? Would be quite curious to know your thoughts and maybe too how you think it compares with either this 59 or Lazarus?

@ericoswood1856 2 года назад

I took your suggestion and got both, why not? I like both of them. The finish on my ‘59 feels better than the Lazarus. I really enjoy your videos! Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Nice one! 😆👍👍

@anthonymichael3029 2 года назад

Lazarus is just a stunning guitar. I love the wide flame. Great guitars. Cheers from Pittsburgh!

@dolfan058 2 года назад

Colin, a review I didn’t know I needed but thrilled I had the opportunity to experience. As always, your videos are such a joy to watch and so informative as well. Not sure if anyone’s mentioned, but the production quality and overall direction of your videos is fantastic! Kudos to whoever is responsible for that great work. Have you taken a look at the Epiphone prophecy series? I know they’re quite modern-focused and “geared towards metal”, but I’d be really intrigued to get your take on those custom fishman fluence pickups, as they sound like they would cover a lot of ground sonically. Looking forward to the next video!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks for the kind words and support… I do put a bit of effort into the production side so it’s nice when it’s appreciated! 😆👍👍 I eventually hope to work my way through the entire epiphone range so it’s only a matter of time before we get to something more modern! 😎

@tenebroruncr4374 2 года назад

I have in model Les Paul Custom Prophecy in black for a year now. To tell you that it is the most comfortable Epiphone to touch that they have created. All is satin, with ebony and abulon and in diapason and thin mast of the 60. Fishman pills are perhaps what I like the least. They have 3 different sounds but you don't get the sound of Probuckers.

@dolfan058 2 года назад

@@tenebroruncr4374 I recently got the Extura Prophecy! My first explorer, took a bit of getting used to (neck feels “farther away”, like SGs do) but I love everything about it. I get a trip being able to play everything from Sublime to Megadeth on it. That’s why I’d love to hear Colin’s thoughts on the prophecy line when he starts making his way towards them :)

@AndrewAHayes 2 года назад

Normally I dont like sunburst guitars infact it could be said I hate them! but this 59 has me salivating, I thought long and hard why this is and I think it has something to do with the satin finish, Epiphone are turning out some really nice guitars these days, some of the lower end models IMO are not worth their ticket price but you get this with most brands. Great video! I really enjoyed this

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Andrew! 😎👍

@bill.clifford.59 2 года назад

I have both and love them equally! Great guitars!

@bill.clifford.59 3 месяца назад

Now I think I want the new 2024 inspired by Gibson 1959 les paul!

@stevenhorton7457 2 года назад

Great review i have the Lazarus great guitar for the money ,keep the great work up 👍

@birdman316 Год назад

not sure if i chimed in but here i am! great comparison as always mate!

@theguitaristas Год назад

😆👍

@MurphSA 2 года назад

Thank you for another great video!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks as always for watching! 😎👍

@TommySG1 2 года назад

Hello Colin! They both sound great (especially with the nice melodic playing :) ) The top on the Lazarus is quite obviously much nicer but after that they are ( or seem to be ) identical or at least to me. Right now I don't own any Epi electrics although I don't have anything against them and I do feel they are making some very nice products for the price ranges they are coming in at. ( Although I feel the same way about Gibson's as well, I believe they're also making a better product these last few years as well opposed to 10-15 years ago when the QC was lacking tremendously imo ). Anyhow.... getting back to your original statement about it being better? I think they are both excellent and if you blindfolded me I couldn't tell them apart. 👍

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks Thomas! 😎👍

@techlaw997 2 года назад

I like your style. You are doing a great job. Keep up the good work!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers man that’s appreciated 😎👍

@davidbernadat1559 2 года назад

I'got Lazarus for Christmas and gosh it is fantastic . I love this guitare

@EmptyMirrorMindful Год назад

Playing on Lazarus very reminiscent of Marshall Tucker vibe. :) Great review as always. Just picked up the '59 in Lemon Burst (in U.S.) on yours and others advice, but you put me over the decision edge. Kind of wishing I had waited for a Lazaras now. :) i'm sure I will be happy with it...

@theguitaristas Год назад

It’s pretty much same guitar so you will be happy! 👍

@ericfultz9429 2 года назад

Professor Colin, thanks for another fine episode! I made my choice using your excellent evaluation combined with the availability of the instruments at the moment. So I’m awaiting delivery of the 1959 . Woo-hoo. Regarding those necks, it is sometimes (most of the time?) the case that a glue joint is stronger than the wood involved. All the best Eric

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Nice one Eric! 😆👍 I think that’s what they say that the glue joint is stronger, and the guitars with scarf joint are far less likely to break than those with one piece neck. I’m no expert but that’s the prof’s opinion! 🤣

@ericfultz9429 2 года назад

One thing kind sir, please no reviews of amps, my buying habits are dangerous.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

@@ericfultz9429 I can't promise...

@callmeunique Месяц назад

I just got my 59 lemon burst after so many years of looking for it again. I once sold it when I was a teenager and regretted it!! So glad to buy it back after hunting it down for YEARS! So id personally say it’s not as easy to find as you’d think. The limited edition lemon burst one took me around 11years to find !

@roberthellon493 2 года назад

Love your channel really interesting watch .

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

😎👍👍

@evh5150 10 месяцев назад

You are awesome i love your channel and your humour

@theguitaristas 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the support! 😁🙏

@paulhiggins4051 2 года назад

Great Colin hope they make a Trinni Lopez in 2022 that would be a great thing and another grail guitar in an affordable package.

@arpee915 2 года назад

The Lazarus seems to be a bit more prominent here, with what looks and sounds like to me a very thin light coat of nitrocellulose lacquer, hence the higher price and much more breathable, and true Les Paul sound. This is from my point of view, which could possibly be off as far as the lacquer goes. Epiphones made overseas almost always use the poly lacquer from what I have known from my reading up on them. You should consider yourself very fortunate my friend to own both of these two beauties. The band, and tour must be doing very well. Thank you again for taking the time out of your very busy schedule and putting out yet another informative video for us to view. You did mention in another video that the Harley Benton Les Paul has been quite hard to acquire, due to them not being readily available due to them being sold out quite quickly. That is one video that I know one day you will come through with. I think you will be very surprised as well. Very well done, sir. Thank you, and it is such a pleasure listening to, and watching the beautiful music that you make.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thank you for the kind words and support it's really appreciated! 🙏😊 Yes I am looking forward to getting one of the top range Harley Benton Les Pauls soon I hope!

@franksidener4469 Год назад

I purchased a Lazarus at Sweewater last week for $899.99 and man does thing look and sound fantastic!!! After watching this video I couldn’t be more stoked about my Christmas gift to me😉 Cheer mate!!

@theguitaristas Год назад

Nice one Frank! 😁👍

@gustafrenstrom8549 2 года назад

Another great video! Both of them sound and look great. A good Les paul through a Vox amp is one of my favourite guitar sounds.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Gustaf, yes it's a good match! 😎👍

@billyboy1872 2 года назад

Colin, any chance you can get hold of an Epiphone Les Paul 1960 Tribute Plus and maybe do a comparison with the Epiphone 1959? It looks like no one has compared these two yet. Battle of two of the best Epiphone LP's to date. Would make great content 👌

@taz4965 Год назад

Hi Colin. I'm a tad late on this one! Andertons did a limited run of this in yellow burst ((Basically a faded burst finish) I got one of them and it plays as its a Gibson. Great guitar.

@JawnThicc 2 года назад

Good news for those of us in the US. Musician’s Friend informed me this morning that the Lazarus is still available for pre-order and will be back in stock on 7/30/22.

@flrpitflrp1965 2 года назад

I have both but my Lazarus is a friggin boat anchor at almost 10.5 pounds. I like the both. And I thought the 59 had a one piece neck also. Very interesting,thanx. Great vid.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Wow 10.5lb that hurts! - I realise now I didn't weigh these today but that was done in the individual reviews... and these are both very similar iro 8.5lb.

@gunner4365 2 года назад

A fun, informative review, Colin. Epiphone has obviously developed a winning, repeatable formula for building high value guitars that sell by the thousands. Your own reactions to the '59 illustrate why: They're pretty damn good guitars out of the box, but they are also easily modified to meet an owners individual wants, needs, or desires. Everybody wins, a rare enough situation, which means that the Lazarus will limited only by the number of them Epiphone can sell. Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers man, these guitars are indeed way better than you'd imagine they should be and ought to make anyone think twice before spending four or more times as much on a Gibson... imho! 😆👍

@beatwitschi 2 года назад

Awesome review and very detailed / useful review. - Also: me being a beginner, it would be great to have your outro jam tabbed out :-)

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks man that’s appreciated! Afraid I don’t do tabs but I have a thing called ‘steal my licks’ over on the subscription channel theguitaristas.vhx.tv which are fretboard only edits so you can clearly see what I’m playing so check that out. 😎👍

@beatwitschi 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas That's great to know, will definitely do that - thanks for the quick reply :-) -

@albertoz6765 2 года назад

I'd probably go for the Lazarus based on the way it looks, though they both sound brilliant. That being said, I can't stand the so called VOS finish on either guitar, specially on the 59: it's almost like somebody accidentally dropped a dab of engine grease on that top and then tried to get rid of it by wiping it off with a cloth...

@luisg1653 2 года назад

I have the dark one. I'm not into glossy guitars at all, but I agree the finish doesn't look great. I really think they should just stop calling it "worn" and call it satin. Good news is when I play it I don't really see the finish.

@aitken1965 2 года назад

They can be polished up to a fine gloss, though.

@RoosterCogburn2112 Год назад

I'd much rather have that finish than the nitrocellulose

@richiesguitarshanktuary6923 Год назад

I definitely prefer the satin finish over the gloss on most others

@didamnesia3575 12 дней назад

Looks fine in person

@markdakel9253 2 года назад

Another excellent review 2 great offering from Epiphone

@davidhamilton7780 2 года назад

We all need a little leeway with our tolerances, Colin. Thanks again for the Friday fix!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

😆👍

@davew8542 2 года назад

Great video as always Col. I enjoy my Lazarus as much as the other Gibson LP's I have. As we discussed before I do think this years JB will be an SG. Just like the Lazarus, it's pretty much made already in the SG '61. Thought about getting a Slash Epiphone at all?

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

I’d have to have the JB SG! The Slash prices are pretty tempting now… 🤔

@yannick2047 2 года назад

Hi, Thanks for this comparison! Did you feel any noticeable improvement in sustain when switching from the 59 to the Lazarus, due to the 1-piece neck? I know the theory is that less gluing-together of parts in a neck (or body) improves sustain, but still wanted to ask whether this can be noticed at all. I have the Lazarus model and it actually sustains like crazy. Thanks.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

I'll be honest I didn't notice any difference... both did that thing we love! 😎👍

@yannick2047 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas yeah, I was guessing. But the quality of the builds Epiphone has been releasing since 2020 has been nothing short of incredible, at least in the Epi high-price range.

@alanst.4417 2 года назад

Yeah I wanted to know, too. Thanks for asking 😉

@Tiago_007 2 года назад

I own both. The difference is minimal and in my opinion very subjective.

@jamesmgreen15 2 года назад

Nice review as ever. Just on pick ups I have a little project coming up: long story happily kept short I have a MIM 05 HSS strat with a Seymour D. JB Humbucker and x2 SDs SSL1s (I knew a few who did that in the 80s). Anyway IMO a weakness moment many moons ago by me as the quite expensive SDs are a bit wide for the MIM spacing (narrower than the American Std / new Player). All playable but special sauce pick ups that don't quite fit ....blah........Now the Squier CV is vintage wide that end so eyeing the 2022 ltd edition ones in satin neck (aged chrome hardware one on due in several places) and swap in the SSL1s probably for chits and giggles (probably upgrade pots etc too)...Nut wise there is real estate going unused so probably widen the string spacing there a tad too whilst playing.........Some ideas for you maybe............................Back to the epi I paid extra for the case many moons ago but noticeably ahead of the one included with my Gibson. In truth both are good enough for general light gigging probably. I just have the standard-issue pick ups in my Epi standard LP but IMO still plenty of LP for small gigs, but I am a one time visitor to that pick up swap lark (OK be twice I guess it do this but the originals will go back in the MIM strat as were good enough)........

@jeremymiller6933 2 года назад

Hey Colin, I didn't think they were even -that- different outside of the finish. I like idea of the one piece neck, but I'll keep my R9. I don't see myself getting both; just makes a JB edition easier to get for someone who wants one! I 100% agree with you on the finish. It does seem a bit underwhelming. As I've said 100 times now, I love the satin finish on the back of the neck over the sticky feeling of my other LP's. Here's to more bullshit next week! J

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Jeremy! 😆👍👍

@jr0706 2 года назад

I’ve got a 50s Standard with what Sweetwater said is a AAA flame top. Of course, it’s a veneer, but it’s actually flamed maple, and it is so nice. The flame actually disappears when looking at different angles.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

😎👍👍

@BrianNavalinsky 2 года назад

The reason why they are so comparable is the magic of CNC machining- of course that's also what makes them so affordable. Find your best Gibson design, digitize it, cut thousands of pieces a week, assemble in a third world and then sell it to the people at 1/4 the cost. We live in marvelous times.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

😎👍

@Tiago_007 2 года назад

I have both, Lazarus is a dream to look at, the 59 is beautiful too, and it’s the same sun burst color. They both sound great and are very nice to play, however; the Lazarus guitars aren’t being made any longer, they have sold out and are out of production, you can only buy them in the used market.

@shayh.3556 Год назад

Seen it on Guitar Center new but quite pricey

@ApeLikeCreature 2 года назад

Another great vid...btw...I love your BS! LOL. I have the Lazarus, and it's an awesome guitar. Purchased right from the Joe B. site the day it went up. I prefer the top of the Lazarus over the 59 personally, but I did play one (59) at Guitar Center and it does play just like the Laz, really nice.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

You got the strap too! 🙌

@ELPORTUS 2 года назад

Hi, great review, I want to ask you how much is the difference between this two guitars and the epiphone Lp gt 50’ inspired by Gibson? When it comes to feeling and enjoy Thanks in advance

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Hey Jose, the neck profile is a bit different so maybe check out last weeks film for more info on the 50's... it has a bit more of a 'D' profile. Apart from that just the pickups and gold top... I love mine! 😎👍

@daviddunkin7454 2 года назад

Another great one Colin! PS. I think the leak on the case gives it character no need to wipe it down. Great playing on this one too btw. Keep up the great work! BS free, Ahahahahaha 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 love it Sir.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers David, I put the case away and have forgotten about the muck already! 😆👍

@charlleibbrandt8480 2 года назад

Brilliant, thanks for the video. I reckon I’ll wait until the Lazarus is in stock down here then have a look if it’s worth the price difference. Now the next question you will have to answer… how do they stack up to the Slash range that Epiphone has released?? Have a good week!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

I still have to get a Slash to compare it to… and a Gibson tribute… and a…. 😆👍

@6speedsti241 2 года назад

i got the 1959 epi sweetwater exclusive and i took your advice ordered the JB version Thank you my friend

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Nice one! 😎👍

@jefftucker201 2 года назад

Another fantastic video! Have you seen Epiphone are releasing a 59 in a lemon burst ish? I noticed preorders on Andertons if I recall correctly. sounds silly as Laz is kind of that but the flame top is different. Great shout out to Matt at Monty's, they make some fantastic gear! Have a great weekend mate and look forward to next weeks video! :)

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers Jeff... going to have to go and check out that Lemon Burst now!! 😆👍

@jefftucker201 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas I am so tempted to pull the trigger on it but at the same time worried I might get a not so good flame top! the pictures on their site look the part though!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

@@jefftucker201 I'm off to look...

@jefftucker201 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas I just pre-ordered one! lol I am so weak! :(

@PaulLawrence1972 2 года назад

Ohhh!! Just seen the lemon burst now. Bugger there goes more money

@jimpowell8220 Месяц назад

what are you playing at 19:34? its beautiful. Bought a Laz last weekend should be here tomorrow, super stoked. Love your channel, respect your opinions, keep on Jammin.....

@jamesmoffatt6435 2 года назад

Top 'o' the Mornin', Colin, TGIF..!! Jimbo's back from The Great State of Washington, USA. Sorry I haven't commented to Your most recent vids, caught the Omicron..yuk. Feeling better now. I didn't miss any, in fact, I absolutely loved Your "Ahhss Loopah" video....lol...lol. I'm going to the brand new Guitar Center Store tomorrow in Yakima, WA to get a new box, amp, something, as they sent Me a "20% off next purchase" coupon. The store just opened 01/20/22, so I'm hoping They'll have some good "Grand Opening" deals. Will be looking at both of these guitars, the Epi Les Paul Studio(Smokeburst), the new Schecter PT T-Style, and The Epi SG Custom(ebony). Found a 1995 Fender Blues DeVille 410 in great condition to add to My existing collection. Keep up the great work. I love these early Fri morning demo vids from You. Cheers Mate... Jimbo

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Hey Jimbo, good to hear from you and very pleased you beat the plague, a trip to the new GC sounds like just the ticket to celebrate with a little purchase! Blues Deville 410 rocks man... I use mine quite a bit. Take care 😎👍👍

@primitiveT 2 года назад

Love your playing! The fire can't be out!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks that's appreciated! 🙏😊

@pinkiewerewolf 2 года назад

Yeah, this one would be a coin toss for me as well. Stellar guitars and playing Colin!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Cheers John! 😎👍👍

@pinkiewerewolf 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas Cheers Colin! Have an amazing day. 👍🎸

@mattporter6128 2 года назад

The Lemon Burst '59 will be released in the UK very shortly I believe. I'm about to pull the trigger on a Epiphone Slash Les Paul Standard for a very reasonable price, which I will use as the basis for a few nice mods. Those Bethnall Green pickups from Monty's are great, but £450?!! Thanks for another interesting video Colin. All the best 🤟

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

I have been waiting for those Slash's to drop in price as I still fancy one... any shopping tips? 🤔 I think it maybe worth putting some Bethnall Greens in your Muphy Lab R9 but in an Epiphone would be plain silly.... says the man who put the prototypes in one!! 🤣

@mattporter6128 2 года назад

@@theguitaristas 🤣 Indeed, the Bethnall Greens are way too 'high end' for an Epiphone, and definitely well beyond the limits of my budget. The Slash Les Pauls are on offer at Andertons, couple of hundred quid off SRP, which I don't think is bad as that includes a hard case as well. I'm tempted by the Sire L7 also, or even a Epi 60's Standard. As I said I'm looking for a sound basis for some mods, any further suggestions would be welcome before I commit to the Slash. Did you manage to get your hands on the new limited edition Gibson Slash 4 Les Paul this morning?? 🤣🤣

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

@@mattporter6128 with hard case at that price the Slash sounds like a good option. I may give the '4' a miss until they come down in price by a few grand 😂

@jt37218 2 года назад

Great video. They sound similar on YT. I would choose the Lazarus over the 59 due to the top. The 59 aged dark burst sounds great but that finish is a real turn off the many time I checked it in the store. I got Aged Southern Fade 59 instead ( paid extra in Australia) and when I finally removed that lame matt finish to bring out the gloss, I am stoked. Superb look to go with the great sound.

@mikeshumate1840 2 года назад

What did you use to polish up the top if you don't mind me asking?

@jt37218 2 года назад

@@mikeshumate1840 I use Meguiar Scratch X sparingly and work on one area until the matt finish is gone, then the adjacent area. Take your time and not to be too aggressive with it.

@Paul-D 2 года назад

currently watching this instead of filming my own that needs doing - one of those days Colin!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Ah yes we all have those days Paul!... perhaps my nonsense will inspire you into action! 😆🤞 Cheers mate.

@cookinggamingtattoosandmus3328 2 года назад

Hi brother thank you was waiting for this , great review, I can give you some info as I spoke with gibson europe in Netherlands. The Lazarus will be a second batch yes then it’s finished. The 59’ as he said is a continues model what will be like a fixed model for the time. So for me the limited button could be better at the bonamassa. You seen my bonamassa as soon I got it I let the frets be polished set up the nek low as possible and it’s a great guitar

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks for the info!... I sense 59 owners everywhere swearing at Gibson/Epiphone... 😆👍

@drabun1 2 года назад

I have two Epiphone 59's, one of each color, and wanted to get a Lazarus but they were gone in a matter of minutes here in the States. Guitar Center has them for pre-order here. The one I really wanted was the Joe Bonamassa Epiphone Black Beauty but didn't act fast enough and I don't want to pay Reverb prices for it now. Thanks for the comparison. Still don't know if I want a Lazarus since I already have two 59's but it would be a nice addition to collect and it has a nice top. Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Nice to collect aren’t they!… trouble is this could get expensive 🤣👍

@drabun1 2 года назад

Well, I went and did it, sir. I found a Lazarus on Reverb for a decent enough price after some back and forth offers. Pulled the trigger. Ordered it Sunday morning here in the USA. I could have pre ordered one but don't have the patience to wait months for them to come in. It will join my two Epiphone 59's, one of each color, my Alex Lifeson Epiphone, my three Gibson Les Paul's, a couple of Strats, my Epiphone SG Custom, and other assorted Epiphone Les Pauls. Looking forward to playing it. Cheers!

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Nice one! Let us know how it fit’s in and stacks up with your collection… good to hear crtitique from a fellow addict that can put it in context! 😎👍👍

@drabun1 2 года назад

So, got my (slightly used) Lazarus today (Wednesday USA) and I must say it is gorgeous. I love the top. Other than needing new strings it sounds and plays great. I mean this thing REALLY growls when you step on the gas. I'm a bit of a Les Paul addict and there is nothing better than when you get one that has that unmistakable tone. Fat, warm, and gooey neck pickup and a bridge pickup that will blow your eyebrows off. I mean this thing is punching way above its class. Classic Les Paul ballsy sound. After initially playing it for about an hour I immediately picked up one of my Epiphone 59's and played it. Right away I noticed the Lazarus neck is chunkier but not in a bad way. Also, in my case at least, the Lazarus seemed to have a stronger output than the 59. The 59 sounded just a tad weaker. The Lazarus sounded warmer, darker than the 59 and its growl was a bit stronger and louder. Don't get me wrong they both sound great and all guitars are different but in my case the Lazarus ate the 59's lunch. In my opinion the Lazarus is one hell of a guitar. Thanks for your reviews and I look forward to every Friday. Love your style and presentation. BTW, this is the third guitar I purchased after watching your channel and I absolutely love it.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

@@drabun1 Nice one! I do agree they are great guitars, really not to much to separate them from the much more expensive versions. Thanks for support man and sorry I keep making you spend money! 😂👍👍

@castnoshadow82lr48 8 месяцев назад

The tone on those pick ups you pulled out were different class I thought. The Bethnal Green’s a believe you said. I know this is old one but yea it’s worth saying how great they sounded nice solo as well.

@marmadukewinterbotham2599 2 года назад

A few years ago I bought both the Joe Bonamassa Gold Top and the Pelham Blue limited editions. As soon as they sold out they did second and third runs. So 'limited' in this context always means 'strictly limited to the number we can sell.' 😉 All's fair in the guitar business I suppose.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Those others still managed to become collectibles so hopefully this will too! 😎👍

@postoffice146 5 месяцев назад

Then everything in this world is a limited run and not forever.

@tadlehmann1906 4 месяца назад

Hi Colin. Always enjoy your videos Tangential question to this video. I see you had a Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 2 Plus powering your pedalboard. Would you recommend that? Any complaints? I have a fairly simple board myself (but getting some real hiss / feedback problems with my daisy chain) so the PP2+ would be a little overkill-y but I figure if it’s a quality item and will handle all I’ll need, it’s not a bad investment Cheers

@theguitaristas 4 месяца назад

I’d definitely recommend it for hassle free noiseless power 👍

@Robert_Bubba_Baker 2 года назад

Another great video. It is hard to be independent in life in general. Please keep it up. Very appreciated.

@theguitaristas 2 года назад

Thanks man that's appreciated 😎👍👍

@ctcards2636 Год назад

Love that Lazarus guitar. That is a killer color and the flame i like a lot. Love that the neck isnt sticky. I like both of these guitars a lot. But the Lazarus is a little more unique in that i dont see that color Les Paul as often as i do that burst on the 59. But these two guitars are great deals and on the used market are not badly priced. Well the 59 isnt badly priced used, i have not tried to find a Lazarus used. Anywhoo thanks again for the videos, very impressed with Epiphone i find myself :-)

@svetoslavslavov7215 Год назад

I'm glad you put the bursbuckurs back on!

@darwinsaye 2 года назад

I like the look of the Lazarus better, but the prices on music gear is significantly higher here in Canada, so considering how close they are, I would probably have to just go with the cheaper ‘59.