What is the difference between a Gibson SG and an Epiphone SG?

What is the difference between a Gibson SG and an Epiphone SG?

Both guitars feature mahogany bodies with set mahogany necks. Gibson uses rosewood for the fingerboard, while Epiphone has switched to pau ferro. While the specs read like they are essentially the same basic guitar when it comes to tonewoods, this isn’t something you should take for granted.

Is Gibson much better than Epiphone?

If you picked up a US-made Gibson and compared it to an Epiphone then you would probably notice a difference. The quality, setup and finish on a Gibson will almost always be superior. However, today’s mass-produced guitars are far better than those made a few decades ago.

What is the best SG guitar?

The best Gibson SGs available right now

  • Gibson Custom Shop 1963 Les Paul SG Custom Reissue w/ Maestro Vibrola. Price: $6,699/£5,299.
  • Gibson Custom Shop 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Reissue Stop Bar. Price: $4,199/£3,399.
  • Gibson SG Special. Price: $1,499/£1,149.
  • Gibson SG Junior.
  • Gibson SG Tribute.
  • Epiphone SG Standard ’61.

Are Epiphone SG guitars any good?

It represents great value for money. It’s well made with good materials, the fittings are good, the pickups adequate if you want to play it as most people do. It is all-around a very good guitar. Epiphone has done a great job of producing an iconic rock guitar at a price anyone can afford.

Why should I buy an SG?

Because of the way the neck meets the body, the SG offers excellent access to the entire fretboard, making it great for soloing and upper-register chord work. And SGs are typically lighter than Les Pauls making them easier to sling during lengthy gigs or recording sessions.

What does the SG in Gibson SG stand for?

Gibson Les Paul SG

Whats is SG?

Comments. SG is a quick way to say you agree with what someone else said. It’s often used to confirm future plans. Example.

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