The guitar was setup right out of the box. Action was really low; it was well intonated. That's rare for new guitars; Gibsons included. It could use some fine tuning for your liking, but what guitar doesn't? It also has a chunky neck. Not 50s, but it's still chunky. My Gibson SG Diablo Tremolo has the rounded profile, but it's not this chunky. :]I tuned it down to C#, and the tone is very dark. Very resonant. Colors, and woodgrain vary with Gibsons, and I like that. Mine is a very nice shade of Vintage Cherry, and it has some nice woodgrain. Overall, I'd say this is a must have for any Tony Iommi, or SG fan. I can't afford the Custom Shop version, but this one isn't a bad second choice. Get yourself one today!

Sound
It is a very top quality guitar. You can hear how resonant it is. My example was quite light. It responds quite well to dynamics. It has a very dark, and deep tone. Gibsons are known for that great Mahogany sound. You can play just about any genre on it.

Features
I'm not sure there any least useful parts. Mahogany body. Mahogany neck. Rosewood fingerboard. What's not to like?

Ease of Use
It's pretty easy to get great sounds from it. Plays great. Sounds great. May just need a setup to your liking; as is with all guitars.

Quality
It is a very well made product. There are a couple of small cosmetic things, but that's common for Gibsons. They're… read more handmade.

Value
Definitely. I like how close the P90s are, and the chrome covers. The wrap-around bridge with the adjustable saddles are great.

Manufacturer Support
Gibson is a great company. I've bought many of their products. I'd recommend always calling them instead of emailing if you really need something.

The Wow Factor
I'd rate it 10/10. It's a sweet looking guitar. You could live without it, but why would you?

Musical Background:
15+ years of music; classical, etc.

Musical Style:
Classical, Blues, Metal, Rock, etc. read less