MorrisrownSal Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 (edited) Have any of you guys tried or purchased one of these? https://www.epiphone.com/Guitar/EPIHTQ351/Hummingbird/Aged-Cherry-Sunburst-Gloss If so, curious as to your thoughts. I have seen two or three youtube demos... It seems to sound nice... but less "crisp" than the real thing. I am just curious if those who have bought it or tried it like it nonetheless. Edited March 23, 2021 by Salfromchatham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 (edited) We had a general Epi/Gibs A/B thread up last November - did get a bit around. And here our Music Villa pals present a one to one test. I actually like it a lot and would consider it in another situation than the currant. Also though the (cool) headstock seems odd in connection with the clazzic birdy look. Guess it's one of those guitars you fall instantly in lOVE with if it's passed your way round the campfire, , , and the action is right. . Edited March 24, 2021 by E-minor7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobouz Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Haven’t played one, Sal, but the Indonesian factory Gibson’s been using to build acoustic Epiphones is capable of building a very nice guitar. Their inexpensive solid-top Pro series Hummingbird, Dove, & EL-00 represents a commendable value, with impressive price-point build quality. This guitar should be more of the same - but crancked up a notch. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted March 23, 2021 Author Share Posted March 23, 2021 Thank guys. I dont remember that thread. Well, I sold my PA, a Tele, and an amp. Just bought one from Russo's unseen - we'll see. I know it wont be a Montana Bird, and it isnt nitro finish. But perhaps the thinner poly finish isnt bad. The sales guy at Russo's speaks highly. I have made worse guitar mistakes than an $800 one. We'll see! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 12 minutes ago, Salfromchatham said: Thank guys. I dont remember that thread. Well, I sold my PA, a Tele, and an amp. Just bought one from Russo's unseen - we'll see. I know it wont be a Montana Bird, and it isnt nitro finish. But perhaps the thinner poly finish isnt bad. The sales guy at Russo's speaks highly. I have made worse guitar mistakes than an $800 one. We'll see! Be sure to give us a review of it when you receive it. How it stands on its own as a guitar, etc. Similar to what Bobouz mentioned, I’ve been impressed with Epiphone’s Indonesia factory’s guitars. QM aka “Jazzman” Jeff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 48 minutes ago, Salfromchatham said: Just bought one from Russo's unseen - we'll see. Ooohhh, , , thrilling. . 32 minutes ago, QuestionMark said: Be sure to give us a review of it when you receive it. Heard ^ and Sal has experience enough with Birds to set the comparative perspective. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red 333 Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Whether your new Epiphone Masterbilt Hummingbird satisfies is up to you, Sal, but if my past experience is any indication, I don't think you will find a Masterbilt not well made. I have several of the earliest incarnations, from 2004-2006, and they display excellent workmanship, are made with very good materials, sound and play great, and were a tremendous value (the early ones all included a terrific light weight case). If your bird is anything like those, I think you will be pleased. Maybe even happily surprised! I thought the guitar in the demo Em7 posted sounded pretty good. Warmer than the Gibson bird, but that could just be strings or even mic position. Anyway, let us know what you think once you've had some time with it. Red 333 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindboygrunt Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Jeez nothings changed has it 🤦🏻♂️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 37 minutes ago, blindboygrunt said: Jeez nothings changed has it 🤦🏻♂️ BBG-welcome back to the forum! QM aka “Jazzman” Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneS Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 Stu!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 50 minutes ago, blindboygrunt said: Jeez nothings changed has it 🤦🏻♂️ ❓❗ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALD323 Posted March 24, 2021 Share Posted March 24, 2021 (edited) On 3/23/2021 at 4:26 PM, E-minor7 said: We had a general Epi/Gibs A/B thread up last November - did get a bit around. And here our Music Villa pals present a one to one test. I actually like it a lot and would consider it in another situation than the currant. Also though the (cool) headstock seems odd in connection with the clazzic birdy look. Guess it's one of those guitars you fall instantly in lOVE with if it's passed your way round the campfire, , , and the action is right. . I had high hopes for these Inspired By Gibson... Epiphone Hummingbird guitars, and have been considering one when they are available. I would use it to take some wear and tear off my Gibson Hummingbird which I use heavily. But based on all the pictures and reviews I have seen, as well as photos from Sweetwater and others, including the picture above and below ....I notice that the Hummingbird pick guard is particularly off, dull looking, washed out, dim, and just plain uncomplementary to an iconic guitar even if it is under the Epiphone name plate. It just does not look right to me. Not for the $800 price tag. In fairness, I realize that Gibson must make some cuts on this Epi bird to produce it at such a good price, but the place to cut costs is NOT the HUMMINGBIRD pickguard for which the guitar is NAMED. I am also not a fan of the dull top finish whether its nitro or poly, the sides and back...ok...but I don't want the top being non gloss, along with a lack luster bird pick guard. Just takes all its appeal away for me. For $800 I can replace the frets on my Gibson Hummingbird and be good to go, so no sale for me unless these two things change. Otherwise it could be magnificent, and I would grab it in a minute. I'll likely pass this one by. Edited March 24, 2021 by ALD323 corrections Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted March 25, 2021 Author Share Posted March 25, 2021 4 hours ago, blindboygrunt said: Jeez nothings changed has it 🤦🏻♂️ Aw jeeez... i guess the pub is closed... (welcome back brother!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 5 hours ago, blindboygrunt said: Jeez nothings changed has it 🤦🏻♂️ Ren left Bozeman, building his own guitars now. New Gibson CEO - from Levi Straus blue jeans, etc. 20 more variations on the J45. Other than that - nope. Like "Groundhog Day" the movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 4 hours ago, ALD323 said: I had high hopes for these Inspired By Gibson... Epiphone Hummingbird guitars, and have been considering one when they are available. I would use it to take some wear and tear off my Gibson Hummingbird which I use heavily. But based on all the pictures and reviews I have seen, as well as photos from Sweetwater and others, including the picture above and below ....I notice that the Hummingbird pick guard is particularly off, dull looking, washed out, dim, and just plain uncomplementary to an iconic guitar even if it is under the Epiphone name plate. It just does not look right to me. Not for the $800 price tag. In fairness, I realize that Gibson must make some cuts on this Epi bird to produce it at such a good price, but the place to cut costs is NOT the HUMMINGBIRD pickguard for which the guitar is NAMED. I am also not a fan of the dull top finish whether its nitro or poly, the sides and back...ok...but I don't want the top being non gloss, along with a lack luster bird pick guard. Just takes all its appeal away for me. For $800 I can replace the frets on my Gibson Hummingbird and be good to go, so no sale for me unless these two things change. Otherwise it could be magnificent, and I would grab it in a minute. I'll likely pass this one by. Understand and kind of agree. The flora/fauna is a vague echo of the original and if it wasn't embedded I would probably erase it. If you have the real thing it would be a shame not to play it better by picking the copy. The copy however will serve you well at garden parties. Maybe a Frontier is the choice for you. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALD323 Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 (edited) 12 hours ago, E-minor7 said: Understand and kind of agree. The flora/fauna is a vague echo of the original and if it wasn't embedded I would probably erase it. If you have the real thing it would be a shame not to play it better by picking the copy. The copy however will serve you well at garden parties. Maybe a Frontier is the choice for you. . Thanks EM...now If I could find a copy of an Epi bird that looks like this one you posted, I would be inclined buy it. Nice even burst color, reasonable pickguard, no run out on top, and a beautiful bridge grain. Ch-ching..I would buy it! The frontier is not for me I prefer the bird. Edited March 25, 2021 by ALD323 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted March 25, 2021 Author Share Posted March 25, 2021 (edited) Well, I'll get it in a day or two - this be the one. Edited March 25, 2021 by Salfromchatham 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Salfromchatham said: Well, I'll get it in a day or two - this be the one. Don't suppress the review. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violeiro Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Salfromchatham said: Well, I'll get it in a day or two - this be the one. Really nice.... looking forward to your review.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly campbell Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 Hi Sal..I have played one and I would say I agree with your initial take..not quite as crisp but for a 800.00 solid wood guitar it is hard not to like it...I also would like to try their 12 string they came out with last fall. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorrisrownSal Posted March 26, 2021 Author Share Posted March 26, 2021 Quick and dirty? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violeiro Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 (edited) Very nice Sal... looking forward to your comments/review... Edited March 26, 2021 by Violeiro 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 Nice job Sal. You and the guitar sounds great. Only negative is the bell tone at 1:53. It had me checking my phone for a message 🙂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Salfromchatham said: Quick and dirty? . Sounds great! To me, these recent Indonesian-made Epiphones are the result of the long and winding journey that Gibson started in 1970...to at last be building a really decent acoustic guitar overseas at a great price, that stands on their own, in their own right, as great playing, sounding, and responsive guitars with a good vibe.and a cool Gibson feel/influence...that an experienced player can be proud of and enjoy playing. These things have come a longggg way! Thanks for sharing your demo. It speaks for itself in my book. QM aka “Jazzman” Jeff Edited March 26, 2021 by QuestionMark 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-minor7 Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 Sounds good and absolutely sings from the some bird's garden. A bit mellower than the real thing which isn't bad at all. A seraf seems to chime in now and again - I would see that as a sign. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.