CaspervanOsch Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Hey Everyone! I own a Epiphone G-400 1966 for a while now and I'm thinking of buying an Gibson SG Standard. Yesterday I played a Gibson SG for the first time and it felt and sounded really great! I was wondering if someone would like to share there experience of the Gibson SG Standard in comparison with the Epiphone G-400 so I know that I will buy the one that is right for me Thanks! Casper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 My brother in law has a G400, I have an SG Standard Gibson SG Standard is superior to the Epiphone G400. I'm not just sayin "it's better cuz it's USA made", it just is. (better Pickups/hardware/fret job/fit and finish and so on.) I have 5 Gibsons, and I have two Epi's (Emperor Regent, and an Elitist Chet Atkins) they are both excellent guitars, I've had Sheraton's a Joe Pass... you get my point, I like Epiphones, fine guitars. but MHO, If you can swing it, do it, you will definitely find it superior to the import. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaspervanOsch Posted October 16, 2012 Author Share Posted October 16, 2012 My brother in law has a G400, I have an SG Standard Gibson SG Standard is superior to the Epiphone G400. I'm not just sayin "it's better cuz it's USA made", it just is. (better Pickups/hardware/fret job/fit and finish and so on.) I have 5 Gibsons, and I have two Epi's (Emperor Regent, and an Elitist Chet Atkins) they are both excellent guitars, I've had Sheraton's a Joe Pass... you get my point, I like Epiphones, fine guitars. but MHO, If you can swing it, do it, you will definitely find it superior to the import. Thanks for your reply, it is really helpful. what finish do you like the most on a SG Standard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casino4Life Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Cherry Red Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 Cherry Red +1 Aged Cherry also nice... Here's my Classic in Cherry (Maybe Heritage Cherry) Here's the Standard in Aged Cherry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaspervanOsch Posted October 16, 2012 Author Share Posted October 16, 2012 +1 Aged Cherry also nice... Here's my Classic in Cherry (Maybe Heritage Cherry) Here's the Standard in Aged Cherry That Are some nice guitars you have there. Does that Standard have a Baked Maple fretboard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casino4Life Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 The Standard Limiteds did I belive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazarusvt84 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 The Standard is clearly better than a Gibson Special....my son has played both...I own the Stnd and it's 'better' in many ways to my LP Stnd Traditional in tone and playability. SG is a must have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevoz Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 I've got a G400 and an SG standard (USA) both purchased new less than a year ago. Both are great guitars in their own right. If i had to choose between the two, I'd take the SG without question. This is not surprising since my SG was more than 3 times what I paid for the G400. The SG is a quality instrument. it has a great sound and playability, and is nice and light. Having said that, the G400 is a fantastic guitar for the money. It's got great pickups and has a great tone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaspervanOsch Posted October 17, 2012 Author Share Posted October 17, 2012 I've got a G400 and an SG standard (USA) both purchased new less than a year ago. Both are great guitars in their own right. If i had to choose between the two, I'd take the SG without question. This is not surprising since my SG was more than 3 times what I paid for the G400. The SG is a quality instrument. it has a great sound and playability, and is nice and light. Having said that, the G400 is a fantastic guitar for the money. It's got great pickups and has a great tone. Do you see difference between the G-400 and the SG Standard when you put them next to each other? (In Finnish and the shape of the body) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 "Does that Standard have a Baked Maple fretboard?" yes, limited editions all had the maple FB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69tele Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 dont forget the 61 reissue either with the slim taper neck, and the 57 classic pups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strat-o-steve Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 An SG Standard is leaps and bounds a better guitar than the G400 Epiphone. Wood quality is better, electronics are far better. And when you hold the Gibson, you can not only SEE, but FEEL and HEAR the difference in quality. Even if you don't want to spend the amount for the Standard, for about half that price, you can get a Gibson SG Special Faded. The finish isn't as nice (unless you like satin finishes), but these are excellent guitars as well. I have owned Epiphones, and now own 4 Gibsons. The Epiphones are not even in the same universe as their Gibson counterparts. Anyone who says otherwise is either a) Lying or just plain foolish, or B) has spent so much on aftermarket electronics to install in their Epi's that they would have been just as well off buying the Gibson ;) Now, before I get SLAMMED for what I just said, let me continue.....Epiphone makes great entry level and intermediate level instruments. All I'm saying is once you have "The Real Thing", you will understand........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purple Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 I've got a Gibson SG standard...and it's a really good guitar! Its awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidblast Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Now, before I get SLAMMED for what I just said, let me continue.....Epiphone makes great entry level and intermediate level instruments. All I'm saying is once you have "The Real Thing", you will understand........ Your entire reply was bang on Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casino4Life Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Epiphone does make quality instruments, my Casino is one of the finest guitars I've played. Having said that I have played a Gibson ES 330 the Casinos counterpart and the difference is noticable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thin_Lizzy Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 I've got both and the Standard is far superior. The Epiphone just collects dust these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan H Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 The Epiphones are not even in the same universe as their Gibson counterparts. Anyone who says otherwise is either a) Lying or just plain foolish, or B) has spent so much on aftermarket electronics to install in their Epi's that they would have been just as well off buying the Gibson ;) Now, before I get SLAMMED for what I just said, let me continue.....Epiphone makes great entry level and intermediate level instruments. All I'm saying is once you have "The Real Thing", you will understand........ This is all subjective. Your first comment is offensive. I prefer the feel and for the most part Sound of my Epiphone LP to many of the Gibby's I've tried. I haven't changed a single part on it (aside from removing the bridge pickup cover). I'm not lying, and I think many here will agree I'm not foolish. I prefer the Epiphone to the Gibson equivalent. And Many, MANY pro-level musicians use Epiphones Regularly, Live. Even the new ones. -Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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