Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago

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I compare the two most classic Gibson SG versions in this video: SG Standard and SG Special. Standard is the classic AC/DC guitar and Special is the classic Black Sabbath and the Who guitar. They are much more different than you may think! And both have instantly recognizable tones!

The Standard features Humbucker pickups and ABR-1 Bridge
The Special features P90 Single coils and Wraparound Bridge

Humbucker vs P90

Gear
1969 Gibson SG Special
2013 Gibson SG Standard CS
1983 Marshall JCM800 4010 with a 1973 Jensen LMI-125
Close mics Shure SM57x2
Room and hall mic: Shure Beta 57A