I spent time with the ESP yesterday, had the urge to play the Gibson today. And then played both. Must say I have a soft spot for this body outline, it's like a stunted Explorer but more muscular looking.
Very soon, I would be unable to handle the ESP Phoenix, this thing just weighs a tonne but it gives off an incredible sustain. It's also one of those non-LP guitars that goes well with a pair of '59s. Maybe it's due to the 25.5" scale length.
The Gibson Firebird, on the other hand, is a Tribute version that is lightweight & likeable. The mini humbuckers there are supposed to be bright but they are simply midrange darlings, capable of many Darkthrone-esque moments. I was initially uninterested in this guitar till I hear it in action through an EVH amp. Gotta have it.
These are guitars similar in outline but vastly different in feel & tone. One cannot simply replace the other just by virtue of looking similar; that's the worst consideration when weighing in on performance outcomes.
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