Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom: A Guitar Tech’s Final Verdict
After buying and testing five models from the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom series, a working guitar tech breaks down build quality, Chinese production, value for money, and whether €1,000+ Epiphones are actually worth it.
Inspired By Gibson Custom: Is the Epiphone 1957 Gold Top Really a One-and-Done Guitar?
What do red wine, dark purple, and terracotta have in common? They are the "colors" I hear when plugging in the new Epiphone IGC 1957 Les Paul Gold Top. With "yummy, creamy" Gibson Custombuckers and a chunky neck that’ll make any fat-neck lover swoon, this B-stock find proved that you don't need to spend 5k to get sustain galore. Here is my deep dive into why this guitar is a keeper for the collection.