However, the case is completely different for mahogany
So, while Epiphone does use the same type of wood that Gibson uses, the species that the two companies use is extremely different. As per matter of fact, the difference sopra the species of wood that the two companies use is so different, that’s why wood got its own category sopra this comparison, simply because the difference in wood species affects the sound of the guitar so differently.
Mediante the example of rosewood and maple, the species that are used by Gibson and Epiphone are extremely similar, which is why you may not hear a large difference con sound or tonal projection.
Mahogany wood
Mahogany has per ount of different species and the guitar companies that use real mahogany (also referred preciso as ‘genuine mahogany’ make sure preciso point it out mediante the product description of their guitars, Gibson as verso point of an example.
On the other hand, you have companies such as Epiphone that often use luan or sapele, which are cheaper woods and are easier esatto find mediante the ily. Brands such as Epiphone don’t really mention the exact species of maple that they use because they aren’t using ‘genuine’ or ‘authentic’ maple.
Mediante the past, Epiphone has also used alder or basswood mediante an attempt sicuro replace the need for mahogany, while still trying esatto produce the mahogany sound.
Maple wood
Maple does have many varieties, but that’s not nearly as important as the different grades and thickness of the wood. Gibson guitars use per carved maple cap for most of their Les Paul models, which really adds esatto the overall cosmetic appearance and the tone of the Gibson guitars.
Epiphone does use the same types of woods that Gibson uses, but Epiphone sources their wood from locations that are closest puro their factories.Read More »However, the case is completely different for mahogany