Is the Gibson SG good for blues?

In many respect, the SG is quite similar to the Les Paul – they both feature a mahogany body with dual humbuckers, they come out of the same factory, and they’re both great guitars for blues! The SG, without a maple cap is a little darker sounding, but still great for blues, just a little different.

What guitar is best for Delta blues?

Best Acoustic Guitars for Blues

  • Taylor 114ce 100 Series Acoustic Guitar.
  • Epiphone Hummingbird PRO Acoustic-Electric Guitar.
  • Gibson J-45 Progressive Acoustic-Electric Guitar.
  • Fender CD -60S All-Mahogany Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar.
  • Taylor 150e Dreadnought 12-string.
  • Takamine GN93CE-NAT Nex Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar.

Are SGs lighter than Les Pauls?

SGs are lighter with higher fret access. More of a biting tone. LPs are heavier with a richer tone. Thicker sounds too, generally.

What music is Gibson SG good for?

It can play pretty much anything. I do classic rock, hard rock, shred, blues, everything on it, and it all sounds great. I’d recommend getting one, it’s really neck heavy though. I have a really smooth strap, so the neck just dives to the floor.

What guitar do Blues players use?

The Fender Stratocaster The Stratocaster or Strat has become almost synonymous with Blues because of the popularity of one Blues guitarist in the modern era, Stevie Ray Vaughan. Other guitarists famous for playing this model are Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, Robert Cray, Rory Gallagher and Buddy Guy.

What is the best electric guitar for finger picking?

What Is The Best Electric Guitar For Fingerpicking?

  1. Fender Stratocaster. The classic SSS Stratocaster is one of the most popular electric guitars for fingerstyle.
  2. Gibson SG. While mostly known for hard rock, the Gibson SG is also an incredible fingerstyle weapon.
  3. Gretsch Streamliner.
  4. Fender Telecaster.

Is an SG a good rhythm guitar?

Once you have the tone you want dialed-in you can almost play any style. An SG is equally a good rhythm or lead guitar.