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Will Gibsonās newest Les Paul stand up to our strict standards? Cost $ find yours on or Sweetwater and learn more on Overview & Final Score Well the day has finally come where Gibson has sent me a guitar to review. Quick personal tangent, this guitar really makes me feel like I āmade itā in the guitar review world. Nevertheless, Gibsonās rise in 2020 started on the back of the Epiphone re-launch and continues here with the new 2020 line of USA models. Gibsonās Les Paul Studio 2020 is powered by coil tapped 490R and 498T humbuckers with otherwise standard wiring configuration 2 tone, 2 volume, 3-way selector. The Mahogany body is even weight relieved beneath the figured Maple top, making it a real comfortable departure from heavy LPās of the past. The Mahogany neck features a return to Rosewood fretboards yes! and 22 medium jumbo frets. The neck shape is a slim taper, that still feels like a classic Gibson, just with a bit more utility and comfort than your vintage baseball bat. I fortunately received one featuring the gorgeous āSmokehouse Burstā finish featuring gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. This LP Studio sports Grover Rotomatic tuners, Gibsonās Nashville tune-o-matic and stop bar tailpiece, and a lovely soft shell case as well. Sound 9 No surprise here, it sounds like a Gibson Les Paul and I mean that as a compliment! The neck pickup is creamy, bluesy, and has all that warm goodness weāve come to associate with Gibson. While it is no ā59 burst, these LP Studio guitars really sound like the real deal, even though they are the more affordable end of Gibson USA. While this guitar is weight relieved, I didnāt really feel any loss of sustain or resonance compared to other, full weight Gibsonās Iāve played. The bridge is obviously more bright and aggressive, and in my opinion provides the real Gibson tone that Iāve always loved and tried to emulate. Huge, classic tones pour out easily from Led Zeppelin to The Clash and everything in between. Gibson seems to have rightfully prioritized a return to the vintage blues and rock basis that made the brand famous. This guitar is perfect for the sounds you expect to get from it, and honestly had a few atmospheric licks up its sleeve. However, it definitely isnāt the most versatile guitar for maybe clean Jazz sounds or rhythmic chiming sounds. But if youāre buying a Les Paul Studio from Gibson you probably know what youāre getting and will not be disappointed! Oh and the in-between setting on the 3-way selector switch was maybe the best Iāve ever heard from a Les Paul. I usually strictly avoid that setting but it was a real charm here. Lastly I want to speak about the coil cuts. It is a really great feature that theyāve included here as it certainly makes the Studio a bit more versatile, but they werenāt the most impressive. The neck one sounded far more ācoil splitā-like than the bridge one. In fact, I could barely tell the bridge cut was anything more than a volume reduction. Not a major problem, but just something to think about and maybe I just got a dud. Playability 8 Les Pauls have not always won me over because of their feel and Gibson has a well recorded history of quality control and tuning stability issues. However, this guitar has far superior tuning stability to my 2011 Gibson Les Paul. I was really happy to see this and I assume it is because theyāve put more effort into perfecting the nut and how it is cut on each model. Furthermore, the G string still goes out of tune fairly often, which is just a known and respected flaw in Les Paul construction. This isnāt ideal, but I can certainly live with it in return for the huge upgrade in playability on my older Les Paul. The action was great out of the box, and I really liked the feel of the slim taper neck. It sat comfortably in my hands, with some of that baseball bat chunkiness as you move around the neck. Finish & Construction 9 This is where Gibson is really making me happy in 2020. This Les Paul Studio is just built so much better than some of the 2010ās Gibson guitars that Iāve played and owned. The fretwork was great, the finish was spotless, the nut was cut correctly. Everything seems to be pointing towards increased quality control coming out of Gibson. Their PR faults aside, this certainly made me think that Gibson is on its way back to the top of the guitar world. Even if the guitar is far from the perfection of higher end Gibson models, it feels so good to get an off the shelf, relatively affordable Les Paul with a Gibson logo that feels great. The lightweight construction also should appeal to many players like myself who prefer to swing a light Fender guitar around the stage. Smokehouse Burst is also just such a beautiful finish, with more depth and nuance to the color than Iāve seen on older burst models. Iāve been super critical of Gibson but they earned praise with this one. Value To be fair, there are some many great Les Paul guitars out there for less than the price of a Gibson. That Howl Sirena 3 I reviewed is one of them. However, Iām ultimately impressed with how Gibson seems to have put the attention to detail back into these lower priced Studios. While Les Paul studios have typically been the biggest offenders during Gibsonās leaner years, they got this one right. Overall you can get a real Gibson Les Paul with only a few minor, modern upgrades, for under $1500. Thatās a win for everyone who canāt afford Customs, reissues, or vintage Gibsonās. Sometimes the name on the headstock does matter and if that is the case for you, Gibson has worked towards winning you back with this 2020 Les Paul Studio. Good for Blues, Classic Rock, High Gain, Players Looking For Lightweight Les Paul, Versatile Players
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In 1983, Gibson released the very first Gibson Les Paul Studio, a guitar designed to deliver all the tonal benefits and playability of a Les Paul Standard, but without the embellishments. This enabled them to keep the cost down and provide a more affordable guitar for players who wanted that thick LP sound, without the hefty price tag. Even though there are dozens of versions of this iconic guitar, in our roundup of the best Les Paul Style guitars, we actually named the Gibson Les Paul Studio our Editorās Choice. In this KillerGuitarRigs Review weāll be going into depth on the LP Studio to explain to you exactly why we thought this particular model was worthy of our highest honors. If youāve been in the market for a Les Paul style guitar, you wonāt want to miss this! ContentsGibson Les Paul Studio Who Is This For? Appearance / Features / ControlsPerformance / SoundOther Guitars to ConsiderESP LTD Gary Holt GH-600Gibson Les Paul SpecialFinal Thoughts on the Gibson Les Paul Studio The Gibson Les Paul Studio is an absolute workhorse of a guitar that we think is best suited to intermediate and advanced players who are looking for a high-quality instrument that can handle a wide range of tones and playing styles. It comes from the factory with stage and studio ready tones and playability, so whether youāre into metal, rock, country, blues, or jazz, the LP studio can do it all. Appearance / Features / Controls Mark Agnesi Talks About The Les Paul Studio The LP Studio comes in a good range of finishes, and considering that this is supposed to be one of their lower tier models, we think they come in some of the nicest colors in the whole range. Our test guitar came to us in Smokehouse Burst, which really looked great, but itās also available in Ebony, Heritage Cherry Sunburst, Wine Red, and a Sweetwater Exclusive Bourbon Burst. As with all Gibsons, it was made in the USA, and came with a nitro finish. This will age naturally unlike the polyurethane finish youād find on the Epiphone equivalents. This will eventually result in that sought after checked ārelicā appearance. The Studio has the traditional mahogany body topped with a carved maple cap. It wasnāt figured like youād find on a Standard, but the wood grain still looked fantastic, and with the Smokehouse Burst finish, actually looked almost like it had a burled top. Weight wise, it came in at just a little over 8lb, which is about average for a modern Les Paul. It had a mahogany SlimTaper 60s neck, a gorgeous rosewood fretboard, and the frets themselves had been treated to a PLEK dressing. We hadnāt originally anticipated that the studio would have PLEKd frets, so this was definitely a pleasant surprise. Of course, as a Studio, there was no binding anywhere on the guitar, which meant no nibbing on the frets. Fortunately the PLEK treatment resulted in such a great finish, we didnāt miss having nibbed frets. For electronics, it came with a pair of PAF style pickups, with a 490R in the Neck, and a 498T in the bridge. This is a tried and tested combo, and was perfectly suited to the Studio. For an even greater range of tones, the pickups were coil tapped, too. Not to be confused with coil splitting humbuckers, coil tapping pickups like these can be set to use either the full pickup magnet, or just part of it. This reduces the number of windings available, giving a lower output, and a more vintage tone. The hardware was of the typical high quality, including a Tune-O-Matic bridge and Grover Rotomatic Tuners. Besides that, it came with a nice vegan leather hybrid gig bag for storage and transport. Performance / Sound Gibson Les Paul Studio - Top 5 Reasons to Buy over Epiphone As mentioned, we thought very highly of the Les Paul Studio. The overall feel was fantastic, and it was very much a pro level workhorse right out of the box. Weight wasnāt an issue, thanks to the modern weight relieved body ā this solved one of the biggest complaints about Les Pauls in general, and added significantly to the overall playing comfort. The out of the box setup was excellent, with a phenomenal low action. We found no fret buzz, and nor was there any kind of choke out. We barely needed any pressure to fret a note, which made it incredibly easy playing. We loved the pickups ā The 490R pickup in the neck position, had a warm and smooth tone with a slightly lower output than the 498T pickup in the bridge position. The 498T had a brighter tone with much more bite, and was perfect for lead lines. Having coil tapping opened up some great tones that weāve not found in other Les Paul models. When activated, it gave us some amazing vintage warmth ā perfect for classic blues. Not quite original PAF, but certainly along those lines. Other Guitars to Consider We highly recommend the Gibson Les Paul Studio, but given how much of an investment it is, we do understand how important it can be to weigh up all your options first. For that reason, weāve highlighted a couple of our favorite alternative options below ESP LTD Gary Holt GH-600 The ESP LTD Gary Holt GH-600 is a great choice for players who want the Les Paul look with an aggressive edge. It features an all-mahogany body for a thick and resonant tone, and a thin U-shaped neck profile for extreme speed. Its dual EMG active pickups give this Gary Moore Signature model an extremely high output, which results in amazing clarity, even with the gain at 11, and the Floyd Rose trem system delivers huge divebomb abilities while maintaining incredible tuning stability. Gibson Les Paul Special The Gibson Les Paul Special is an excellent alternative to the Studio. It still has the Les Paul mojo, but offers a completely different tone thanks to the mahogany slab body and twin P90 pickups. Itās a real punk weapon with its signature overdriven growl, but at the same time, it can also serve up some gorgeous sparkling cleans, too. It may have been one of Gibsonās student grade models originally, but today itās a premium guitar with PLEKd frets, period correct hand wired electronics, and even Orange Drop capacitors for more consistent tone. Final Thoughts on the Gibson Les Paul Studio The Gibson Les Paul Studio really is an icon in the world of guitars. For decades, itās been an affordable entry point into the Gibson Les Paul ecosystem, while still providing the classic LP tone that has truly helped to shape music as we know it today. Especially if trim and embellishments arenāt a big deal for you, you could save upwards of $1000 by opting for the Studio, and still get the same end result. We absolutely love this guitar, and weāre confident that you will, too.
Indonesia"gibson les paul" Gibson Les Paul High Performance 2019 Electric Guitar Specifications Body Body shape: Single cutaway Body type: Solid body Body material: Solid wood Top wood: AAA Figured Maple Body wood: Weight relieved Mahogany Body finish: Gloss Orientation: Right handed Neck Neck shape: Asymmetrical SlimTaper Neck
Home Features Total Guitar Image credit Future / Will Ireland After Gibson emerged from its financial travails with a change of ownership, the company hit the reset button. Quite literally, Gibson was restored to factory settings. Large sums were invested in quality collection was simplified. The brief was simple, too put pro-quality, aspirational electric guitars into the hands of players who have always idealised the brand. One of the most significant changes to Gibsonās lineup is the split in the production line range between the Original Collection and the Modern SG Special in Faded Pelham Blue is from the Original Collection; the Les Paul Tribute and the Les Paul Special Tribute with dual humbuckers and dual P-90 options are from the Modern Series. Retailing for under a grand, the Tribute models potentially represent the best of both worlds ā an American-built Gibson that wonāt break the bank. The spec options look neat, too. The big news with the SG Special is that finish, yet under the hood there are 500k audio taper CTS pots and hand-soldered Orange Drop capacitors. The Tribute models pare back the spec a little but they still offer plenty of guitar. Hmm, choosing between these is gonna be SG SpecialImage credit Future / Will IrelandThat finish is amazing...It is. It is Faded Pelham Blue, and it dates back to the early 60s when Fender was taking inspiration from classic automobiles and rolling out a host of cool solid-block colours, and Gibson wanted in on the action. Introduced on the budget Gibson Melody Maker line of SGs, itās now a cult favourite, championed by the likes of John Shanks and Dave A GlancePRICE $1,499 / Ā£1,199 BODY Mahogany NECK Mahogany, set SCALE FINGERBOARD Rosewood FRETS 22, medium jumbo PICKUPS 2x P-90 CONTROLS 2x volume, 2x tone, 3-way selector switch HARDWARE Chrome, Compensated Wraparound FINISH Faded Pelham Blue [reviewed], Metallic BurgundyYou mentioned 500k CTS audio taper pots. Why is this good?One of the coolest feature of any guitar ā and one that is still criminally under-explored by so many of us ā is how tweaking your tone and volume controls can unearth all those extra magical tones. With inferior pots, you are lucky if there are two usable tones. Here youāll find new tones on 1 through to 10 on the the difference between this and an SG Junior?So you noticed the white button tuners and dot inlay ā thatās the same, but the Special has two P-90s and a binding on the neck. Yeah, sure, itās stripped down ā kinda ā but there is some luxury Les Paul Special with humbuckersImage credit Future / Will IrelandWhatās the difference between this and the Les Paul Tribute?Here, there is no maple cap. This saves the maple for the neck, which is glued to a solid mahogany body. Both have a satin finish in a nitrocellulose lacquer that on this review model still feels a little oily, and this will settle down as you rub the newā off A GlancePRICE $999 / Ā£899 BODY Mahogany NECK Maple, set SCALE FINGERBOARD Rosewood with acrylic dot inlay FRETS 22, medium jumbo PICKUPS 490T humbucker bridge, 490R humbucker neck HARDWARE Chrome, Compensated Wraparound FINISH Natural Walnut [reviewed], Worn White Satin, Ebony Satin, Vintage Cherry SatinWeāve seen those pickups before, right?These open-coil Gibson 490 humbuckers have been kicking around since the mid-to-late 60s. They feature an Alnico II magnet and were wound to create a more versatile PAF ābucker that could work better with high-volume amps and new rock styles, and were often wired so they could be coil-tapped. They have a soupƧon more upper-mids than the maple neck? Thatās a bit always associate Gibson guitars with mahogany necks but through the 70s it was not uncommon to see maple necks as standard. Besides, itās nice to see some variation on the Les Paul Special Tribute with P-90sImage credit Future / Will IrelandThis is the same guitar, but with P-90s. Does that make much difference?Massive. Where the 490 humbuckers offer you enough rounded PAF cream to cause an arterial block, the P-90s are a more about being all sharp and vinegarish top-end and a pugnacious mid-range. Youāll get a lot of joy from blending these together and playing around on the tone controls. Thereās a lot of tone they be noisy?They might not be as quiet as humbuckers but they are wax-potted to kill microphonic hum, which is the worst. Donāt be put off by the fact they are single-coils; these are totally mean. If you are looking for a rock ānā roll machine...At A GlancePRICE $999 / Ā£899 BODY Mahogany NECK Maple, set SCALE FINGERBOARD Rosewood with acrylic dot inlay FRETS 22, medium jumbo PICKUPS 2x P-90 HARDWARE Chrome, Compensated Wraparound FINISHES Worn White Satin [reviewed], Ebony Satin, Vintage Cherry Satin, Natural WalnutSo this is just a rock guitar?It could be. The P-90 and mahogany slab body combo is a classic pairing; itās cheese and burger, a tone combo that the likes of Leslie West would wield judiciously. But hereās the thing P-90s clean up beautifully. Roll back some of that back pickupās top end and the cleans are worthy of a chefās kiss before getting down to some Les Paul TributeImage credit Future / Will IrelandA Les Paul, made in the USA, and youāll get change from a grand?Yes, thereās no catch. You might even find these discounted online. The Les Paul Tribute is kind of somewhere between a Standard, a Classic and a Studio. Like the Studio, thereās no binding on the neck. Like the Classic, this has 490 humbuckers and it has extensive chambering to make it lighter. And youāve got the chrome-covers on the pickups to give it that Standard vibe. Itās A GlancePRICE $1,199 / Ā£999 BODY Mahogany w/maple top NECK Maple SCALE FINGERBOARD Rosewood w/trapezoid inlay FRETS 22, medium jumbo PICKUPS 2x Gibson 490 Humbuckers HARDWARE Aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic LEFT-HANDED Yes FINISH Satin Tobacco Burst [reviewed], Satin Honeyburst, Satin Iced Tea, Satin Cherry Burst CONTACT GibsonTell us more about the weight relief...Gibsonās Ultra-Modern weight relief process is an evolution of its nine-hole and chambering patterns that have been used on guitars such as the Les Paul classic. It features a number of chambers around the bodyās perimeter. If youāre playing live a lot youāll appreciate else is new?The satin finish is something we havenāt really seen before and it might take a bit of getting used to. Some will love it. Itās tactile and more subdued than the high-gloss. The body isnāt bound but the maple top gives a similar to headAcross the board, the Tribute Les Pauls have rounded, C-profile maple necks that feel like a fair compromise between the thicker 50s profiles, those bats youād get on vintage Explorers, and the slim-tapered necks of the 60s would have liked a little more meat on the bones, but that is the thing with neck profiles, preferences differ, and they change over time, sometimes within hours. And these Tribute Les Pauls, dammit, sure offer a comfortable from the LP to SG always requires some adjusting to the fretboard geography; the scale length is the same but there just feels like there is so much neck on the SG as it joins the body at 22nd fret. The SG feels slick and speedy, with a nice taper going on with the neck. Itās super-easy to get up the dusty end of the the Les Paul Tributes feel ostensibly the same, albeit with less bulk around the body on the Specials, plugged in there is enough variance to give you pause for SG feels slick and speedy, with a nice taper going on with the neck. Itās super-easy to get up the dusty end of the fretboardThe LP Special with humbuckers has a real gutsy tone. There is plenty of midrange to chew through rock riffs, and the 490 humbuckers have a Pavlovian response to more gain, letting you easily find that singing sweet spot for your solos, and crunch for digging in. On the Les Paul Tribute, thereās a little more high-end, more noticeable in the bridge ābucker, but there is so much play on the Les Paulās controls that finding the right blend is easy. The P-90 equipped LP Special has more high-end still but it is tempered by the hot-mids these soapbars are renowned for. They are deceivingly versatile. For a stripped-down singlecut experience, it is hard to beat. But for a few dollars more, the more refined experience of the SG might be more your speed. It too can perform as a rock machine, with similarly hidden depths there, and an all-time classic verdictImage credit FutureGibsonās idea of splitting its collection into the Modern and Original makes sense. It keeps the purists happy while giving the company room to evolve. One sign that it is working is that on first impressions it was only the fact that the SG Special arrived in a Gibson hard case that distinguished it from the others, which arrived in padded gig-bags. Any gap in quality is incremental. All the guitars here are immaculately finished. The question is which serves your needs the most? Those looking for a more stately Les Paul experience should plump for the Tribute. The 490 humbuckers are so underrated, and tone-wise this has the most Standardā, most stereotypically Les Paul tone here. We are left with two guitars that support the hypothesis that says the P-90 soapbar is pound-for-pound the best pickup everBut then thereās the brawny cool of the humbucker-equipped Special. With its five-ply guard and white button tuners, the no-fuss dot inlay, itās a gnarly slap of mahogany thatās ideal for rock, blues, maybe even metal, too, and the walnut finish is just darn so, we are left with two guitars that support the hypothesis that says the P-90 soapbar is pound-for-pound the best pickup ever. Either way, they make the LP and SG Specials so persuasive, running the gamut from blues-rock nirvana to smoky bar will go for the singlecut, the weight, the extra oomph of sustain, but the SG Special in Faded Pelham Blue is just the sort of get-it-while-itās-hot guitar that will age beautifully, and will reward you with a supremely playable instrument and, possibly, a future classic. 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Sittingpretty at the top of the heap in the Modern Collection is the Les Paul Modern. During Henry Juszkiewicz's reign, this model would probably have been called the 2020 Les Paul Standard - it certainly inherits a few features from some of Gibson's more experimental riffs on the 'Standard' theme.
Home Forums The Guitar Epiphone Guitars You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites should upgrade or use an alternative browser. made in china or indonesia... Thread starter Wolf Start date Oct 14, 2019 Joined Oct 14, 2019 Messages 1 Reaction score 0 1 I bought my first Epiphone Les Paul custom pro a few days back, and would like too know out of the two, china or Indonesia what one makes the better Les Paul. 2 I have no direct experience with Indonesian Epiphones, I've heard they can be hit or miss. I'd take a Chinese Quigdao made in the last dozen or so years any day though. Joined Nov 11, 2017 Messages 41 Reaction score 34 3 My only Indonesian was a 1994 Trad Pro 1. The good 1st rate solid build, flawless finish, fantastic pickups/electronics, good setup out of the box. The bad Sharp fret ends, neck too thin for me. *Sold it because of the neck. I had a 2004 China Les Paul Standard that was 1st rate also. If not for the great Trad Pro pickups and the too thin Trad Pro neck, it would be a toss-up between the two. Last edited Oct 15, 2019 Joined Jan 16, 2015 Messages 7,554 Reaction score 9,281 Location Kraut-Territory 4 I bought my first Epiphone Les Paul custom pro a few days back, and would like too know out of the two, china or Indonesia what one makes the better Les Paul. Hi, Welcome here ā¬piTalk Congrats on your first ā¬pi LP-Custom The Question IMO is Can you see/feel/hear any difference if they would not write the country of manufacture on the guitar ? Countries don't make Epis - the employees make them Joined Jan 16, 2015 Messages 7,554 Reaction score 9,281 Location Kraut-Territory 6 The employees at the Quigdao Epi plant make some darn fine axes. just like those employees at the Indonesian Samick factory and those at the Korean Unsung factory.... Joined Sep 1, 2017 Messages 123 Reaction score 122 Location Charlotte, 7 Both factories from what I've bought and have had the pleasure of owning. Indonesian built Artisan models and the Thunderbird are just Fantastic. Close as possible to the big daddy without stepping on toes. The '55 Inspired by Custom and Jotun, as well as the ES-335 are Quindao China masterpieces. You just couldn't expect too much more. Unbelievable, so just be careful where you purchase. That's my only hang up. I can't explain how the GC here just has had bad quality stuff. Always a problem. zZounds and AMS have been better than I expected Last edited Oct 16, 2019 Joined Feb 20, 2018 Messages 600 Reaction score 536 8 It's all about material selection, specs and quality control. Joined Jan 25, 2019 Messages 24 Reaction score 18 9 I have experience in this, and I have a take, but I'm going to keep it to myself because I only buy very cheap used ones and I don't want to rock the boat. Joined Jan 16, 2015 Messages 7,554 Reaction score 9,281 Location Kraut-Territory 10 ......... but I'm going to keep it to myself.......... If we all did this - you would have nothing to read and learn here...... Joined Jan 25, 2015 Messages 5,134 Reaction score 6,925 Location Sutton QC 11 I have experience in this, and I have a take, but I'm going to keep it to myself because I only buy very cheap used ones and I don't want to rock the boat. And why do you feel inclined to share this bit of wisdom with us then ? 12 I have experience in this, and I have a take, but I'm going to keep it to myself because I only buy very cheap used ones and I don't want to rock the boat. Pointless post is pointless. Joined Jan 13, 2020 Messages 2 Reaction score 3 Location Pasadena, CA 13 Found this conversation as I searched Epi MIK vs MIC. I've owned many Epiphones and other guitars. Five years I started buying, keeping and playing, then selling guitars, many Epis, and mostly hollow or semi-hollow bodies. I now own as my keepers the following MIKs Sorrento, Alleykat, Regent; and an MIC Broadway 2018. I purchased all of these used Reverb, Guitar Center, Craigslist. I've been playing guitar for decades, and between 18-28 I played out regularly. I still play nearly every day. I consider my self a very good player. Now, what I have noticed about these Epiphones has been quite interesting. I find that the build quality is about the same for MIKs and MICs. Feel, playability, etc, seem to be equal. I have had a MIK Broadway and my current MIC Broadway. What I've discovered is the difference lies in the pickups. Yep, I've narrowed it down to the pickups. I took my 1999 Sorrento with P90s to Guitar Center and compared to the a Wildkat and the Casino. The Sorrento was a much better tone all the way around. I've also compared the '96 Regent pickup to the new D'Angelico EXL-1 both are 17" single pickup hollow - Epi doesn't make the Regent anymore and the Regent pickup was astoundingly superior. In fact, everyone who plays my Regent is blown away at the clarity of that pickup. I hold three music events at my studio in Pasadena every month so dozens of musicians come around each month. I recently purchased a 2002 MIK Alleykat, and this is when I decided that I must get more info on these MIKs because the pickups on this inexpensive Alleykat were astounding. I have two Gibson ES-275s, one semi-hollow Thinline, the other a full hollowbody. I compared the Alleykat to both of them. Results were as follows, the 275s both have Gibson's MHS pickups - some of the best and most articulate pickups I've every heard. I first compared the Alleykat to the full hollow and deeper 275. As expected, the 275 was a warmer sound, the pups were a bit louder, the highs were a bit more chime-y, but the Alleykat's pickups held their own very well. They just sounded like a different style guitar, because it was semi-hollow vs hollow, but the pickups did not compare as duller or muddier, they are very well voiced. I then compared them to the semi-hollow 275. The Alleykat pickups were not as loud, but very close in clarity and tone. I was really surprised. I never expected such a similar tone - not equal, but very similar. I must add that all the guitars have D'Addario 11 half-round strings, with the exception of the Broadway, on which I have installed 11 flats. So there's my story. I find the build quality pretty much equal, but I discovered that the older MIK pickups sound much better than the newer MICs. Why? I've no idea, but my ears can certainly hear the difference. Maybe Korea was making the Epi pickups in the same way Gibson was making their pickups, and maybe this all stopped once production moved full-time to China? Just guessing here. At any rate, keep playing whatever ya got! Joined Dec 7, 2015 Messages 3,352 Reaction score 4,038 Location Fort Collins, CO 14 Interesting observations. Could be why Epi has brought pickup mfg. back to the US to build the Pro line models. Pickups aren't complicated but there's still a lot of science that goes into designing good ones and an art to winding them well to avoid issues that can impact performance. On top of that you can take two identical sets and put them in different guitars and they may sound different to the ear. Then you can toss personal preference into the mix where one players wants absolute clarity and transparency and another prefers some woollier tonality for jazz or even for high gain distortion so everyone who winds them produces different "flavors" like jelly beans to meet demands. Anyway, always good to hear opinions from other players. Joined Jan 6, 2020 Messages 117 Reaction score 118 15 A lot of the voodoo about pickups would disappear if LCR meters were more affordable. The bare minimum, a DE-5000, costs as low as $80 at the moment, still way beyond a $10 multimeter. If you like a pickup, with no other information available it might be tempting to look at factors such as where it was made, how made it, or how much it cost, but with an LCR meter you might find that all the pickups you like just happen to be the ones with lower inductance, or higher inductance. DC resistance only correlates with the inductance to a degree, resistance rises linearly, but inductance rises to the square of the number of turns on the coils. If there was some secret to how pickups in the were wound, that secret would have leaked out ages ago. If there is a secret it's this stick to vintage specs, a lot of the import pickups tend to be either a lot hotter or very under wound, but sets like the ProBucker line show that they're taking vintage specs seriously now. Last edited Jan 13, 2020 Joined Jan 16, 2015 Messages 7,554 Reaction score 9,281 Location Kraut-Territory 16 Could be why Epi has brought pickup mfg. back to the US to build the Pro line models. Where is/was it stated that the Epi Pro-buckers are made in the US ? They are using some identical parts - that's all Joined Dec 7, 2015 Messages 3,352 Reaction score 4,038 Location Fort Collins, CO 17 Where is/was it stated that the Epi Pro-buckers are made in the US ? They are using some identical parts - that's all Well you would know better than I but I thought I had read that they were being produced in Nashville and if not I stand corrected. Anyway, how they're being made is a lot more important than where they're being made. I'm not one who cares much about point of origin. Joined Nov 5, 2019 Messages 24 Reaction score 32 18 I have no experience with Indonesian Epiphones but I can attest to Indonesian Squiers. They are just as fine as their Chinese counterparts where the Classic Vibe guitars are concerned. Joined Jan 25, 2019 Messages 24 Reaction score 18 19 And why do you feel inclined to share this bit of wisdom with us then ? Conversation is conversation. If I'm breaking some kind of rule that you have, I don't mind. Joined Jan 16, 2015 Messages 7,554 Reaction score 9,281 Location Kraut-Territory 20 Conversation is conversation. Not telling your opinion/wisdom/expierience at all is absolute NO conversation If I'm breaking some kind of rule that you have, I don't mind. we will tell you if you violate a rule Home Forums The Guitar Epiphone Guitars
GibsonLes Paul, apart from its striking looks, also boasts a warm, full sound that has tons of sustain, making it ideal for anything from jazz and blues to heavier music genres, such as hard rock and heavy metal. It's also made exclusively in the USA, which ensured the use of premium materials and superior build quality.
Home Features Image credit Future The Gibson Les Paul - the guitar, the myth, the legend. This genuinely iconic electric guitar has had a rather large hand in shaping rock 'n' roll ever since it was released way back in 1952. Many of the biggest axe-wielding stars from Slash and Gary Moore to Billy Gibbons and Jimmy Page have opted to make this single-cut beauty their number one guitar and, as a result, have firmly cemented Les Paul's place in music history. With the Les Paul being so popular for so long, it would stand to reason that there's a myriad of different options available. We know this can get a little confusing. Thatās why we've put together this handy guide to the best Les Pauls you can buy right now, at various price points. We have also listed them in order of series, from the budget-friendly Epiphone to the high-end Murphy Labs custom shop model, to make it a little easier to navigate. We know that the guitar marketplace is awash with incredibly well-built single-cut guitars, from the likes of PRS, Heritage, and ESP, to name a few. Still, weāre solely focussing on Gibson/Epiphone for this article. So, with that being said, letās dive into our Gibson Les Paul buyerās guide right now. Best Gibson Les Pauls Our top picksIt's hard not to recommend every Les Paul, but it would undoubtedly be the Gibson Les Paul Standard '60s if we have to pick just one. This is the flagship offering from Gibson, and it's hard to beat. It looks stunning, plays like a dream, and most importantly, sounds killer. For the financially savvy, we recommend checking out the Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute Humbucker. This stripped-back, no-nonsense guitar may not have all the bells and whistles of the Standard but has bags of attitude and a sound to Gibson Les Pauls Product Guide Image credit Epiphone 1. Epiphone Les Paul 50s StandardThe ideal option for beginners or the budget-consciousSpecificationsBody Mahogany/ Maple VeneerNeck MahoganyScale Indian LaurelFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups Epiphone ProBucker 1/2 HumbuckersControls 2 x volume, 2 x tone, 3-way toggle pickup switchHardware LockTone ABR Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Stopbar TailpieceFinish Metallic Gold, Heritage Cherry Sunburst, Vintage SunburstReasons to buy+Looks just like the real deal +Nice feeling neck+Pickups are surprisingly good Reasons to avoid-The thick finish can put some players off If youāve been paying attention, you'll know that Epiphone has gone through a somewhat extensive revamp over the last couple of years, following in the footsteps of Gibson - literally. The new "inspired by Gibson" range takes the much-loved models from their American brethren and makes them more guitar may be the budget option, but it's still a Les Paul through and through. This Epiphone Les Paul features a mahogany body and mahogany neck with a long neck tenon. However, it does sport a maple veneer rather than the solid maple top found on the Nashville counterpart. A significant change for the new model is the Kalamazoo headstock - something Epiphone fans have been crying out for. Gone is the modified Gibson design, in favor of the original headstock that harkens back to Epiphone's past. So if you're looking for the best Les Paul, but you don't want to remortgage the house, this is an ideal option for you! Read our Epiphone Les Paul 50s Standard review Image credit Epiphone2. Epiphone Les Paul CustomThe budget option with a touch of class SpecificationsBody MahoganyNeck MahoganyScale EbonyFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups Epiphone ProBucker 2/3 HumbuckersControls 2 x volume, 2 x tone, 3-way toggle pickup switchHardware LockTone ABR Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Stopbar TailpieceFinish Alpine White, EbonyReasons to buy+Ebony fretboard+Slim neck +Who doesn't like the look of a Custom? Reasons to avoid-Some may consider it expensive for an Epiphone The Les Paul Custom has been a mainstay among rock royalty since it was introduced in 1954. It has been seen draped over the shoulder of Randy Rhoades, James Hetfield, Mick Mars, and of course, Les Paul himself. The Epiphone Les Paul Custom does a great job at re-creating this stunning guitar at a much more wallet-friendly price. The ever-popular 60s slim taper neck is adorned with a genuine ebony fingerboard and large block inlays, resulting in a guitar that plays as good as it looks. It also comes loaded with the Epiphone ProBucker 2/3 humbuckers, with era-appropriate wiring and CTS pots. So if youāre looking for an axe that is dripping with vintage mojo but at an accessible price, then look no further than the Epiphone Les Paul Custom. Image credit Gibson3. Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute Humbucker The back to basics, no-nonsense GibsonSpecificationsBody MahoganyNeck MapleScale RosewoodFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups 490R/490T HumbuckerControls 2 x volume, 2 x tone, 3-way toggle pickup switchHardware Compensated Wraparound BridgeFinish Vintage Cherry Satin, Worn White Satin, Ebony Satin, Natural Walnut SatinReasons to buy+Simple design+Comfortable neck +490T/R pickups Reasons to avoid-Compensated wraparound bridge not for everyone The Gibson Les Paul Special Tribute is a stripped-down rock 'n' roll machine at its heart. This guitar boils down the Les Paul to its most essential elements, making it the perfect option for the player who isn't looking for all the bells and whistles. This modern take on a vintage style Les Paul special comes loaded with the 490R and 490T open-coil humbuckers, which deliver a warm, punchy sound. This simple guitar strays even further from its vintage roots with the inclusion of a maple neck, which offers superb comfort and playability with its rounded edges, as well as added strength. We must say, the Les Paul Special Tribute offers tremendous value for money, giving you the ability to purchase an American-made Gibson guitar for under $/Ā£1,000. If you're the type of player who likes a no-nonsense instrument built to melt faces, do yourself a favor and check this one out. Image credit Gibson 4. Gibson Les Paul StudioA reliable studio companionSpecificationsBody Mahogany/Maple TopNeck MahoganyScale RosewoodFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups 490R/498T HumbuckerControls 2 x Push/Pull Volumes Coil-Tap, 2 x Tone, 3-way toggle pickup switchHardware Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic/ StopbarFinish Tangerine Burst, Wine Red, Smokehouse Burst, EbonyReasons to buy+Classic Les Paul tone+Nice finish options Reasons to avoid-We would rather have a case instead of a gig bag Originally conceived as a more affordable, basic version of the Standard, the Les Paul Studio has developed a reputation all of its own since its debut in 1983. The term "studio" comes from the idea that no one cares what your guitar looks like in the recording studio, it's what it sounds like that matters - and this bare-bones guitar sounds like a Les Paul! This simple electric guitar isn't just for the recording studio. Many notable players have used them on tour. You can often see Jade Puget of AFI or Frank Iero of My Chemical Romance putting these guitars through their paces on stages worldwide. The current iteration of the Studio features a rosewood fingerboard and slim taper mahogany neck and a mahogany body with the Ultra-Modern weight relief. The 490R and 498T humbucking pickups provide the high-output you want from a modern Les Paul, and the two push-pull pots offer a coil-tapping option, meaning this guitar is the perfect companion in the studio.Image credit Gibson 5. Gibson Les Paul JuniorThe student model turned punk iconSpecificationsBody MahoganyNeck MahoganyScale RosewoodFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups Dog Ear P-90Controls Volume, 1 Tone Hand-wired with Orange Drop CapacitorsHardware Nickel Wraparound BridgeFinish Vintage Tobacco Burst, EbonyReasons to buy+Classic P-90 tone+Pure simplicity +Comes with a hard-shell case Reasons to avoid-Fat 50ās neck not for everyone When Gibson released their new student model way back in 1954, they could never have imagined that not only would it still be around today, but that it would be a firm favorite of many punk and rock guitar players. This beautifully simple instrument has long been associated with hard-hitting players such as Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day to Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke, and many others. Sometimes simple is better, and this guitar really is as simple as it gets. The single-cut mahogany body houses a solitary dogear P-90 pickup, single volume, and tone control, as well as a vintage-style nickel wraparound bridge. Don't let the lack of features fool you. This guitar certainly packs a punch, and backing off your tone or volume can get a wide range of sounds out of its limited set-up. Image credit Gibson 6. Gibson Les Paul Standard '60sThe Standard by which all others are measuredSpecificationsBody Mahogany/ AA Figured Maple TopNeck MahoganyScale RosewoodFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups Burstbucker 61R/61TControls 2 Volumes, 2 Tones & Toggle Switch Hand-wired with Orange Drop CapacitorsHardware Nickel ABR-1 Tune-O-MaticFinish Iced Tea, Bourbon Burst, UnburstReasons to buy+A joy to play +Stunning looks+Great sounding pickups Reasons to avoid-More finish options would be nice The Standard is Gibson's flagship Les Paul and arguably the most iconic. From its beautiful flame maple top, bound body, and mother of pearl Gibson logo to the throaty mid-range bite of its humbucking pickups, this guitar sounds just as good as it looks. The introduction of the original series saw Gibson go back to what made their guitars so legendary in the first place. No more robot tuners, PCB quick connect pots, or extra wide necks, just simple, elegant guitars. The Les Paul Standard 60's features a solid mahogany body with a stunning AA figured maple top and an incredibly playable slim taper 60's-style mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard and trapezoid inlays. The Gibson Les Paul Standard 60's is easily one of the best options if youāre looking for a new Les Paul. This guitar certainly impresses with its beautiful looks and killer tones. So, if you're unsure which is the best Les Paul to go for, you can't go wrong with a Les Paul Standard. Image credit Gibson 7. Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s P-90 Gold TopGibson is going for goldSpecificationsBody Mahogany/Maple TopNeck MahoganyScale RosewoodFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups 2x P-90Controls 2 Volumes, 2 Tones & Toggle Switch Hand-wired with Orange Drop CapacitorsHardware Nickel ABR-1 Tune-O-MaticFinish Gold TopReasons to buy+Who doesnāt love a gold top?+Tone for days Reasons to avoid-Avoid if you donāt like large necks First of all, how stunning is this Les Paul? This beautiful guitar pays homage to the LPs of the early '50s, without the insane price tag of an original vintage example. Like the 60's Standard, this guitar features a solid mahogany body with a maple top, but this time it comes with a larger 50's-style mahogany neck and a dual set of P-90 pickups. The sweet sound of these pickups is the result of the Alnico V magnets, audio taper potentiometers, and orange drop may not have the budget for an authentic vintage gold top, but you can still get the look and sound with the Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s P-90. Image credit Gibson 8. Gibson Les Paul ModernA modern take on a classicSpecificationsBody Mahogany/Maple TopNeck MahoganyScale EbonyFrets 22 Medium JumboPickups Burstbucker Pro Rhythm/LeadControls 2 Push/Pull Volumes Coil-Tap, 2 Push/Pull Tones Pure Bypass/Phase & Toggle SwitchHardware Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-MaticFinish Faded Pelham Blue Top, Sparkling Burgundy Top, Graphite TopReasons to buy+Modern contoured heel+Cool finish options Reasons to avoid-Traditionalists should avoid Gibson has always been cutting-edge, and the Les Paul Modern proves they are still innovating. This contemporary instrument is loaded with features that take the Les Paul into a new sonic place. This guitar is built for comfort and speed, and the ultra-modern weight relief means this instrument is no longer a back-breaker - read more on our favorite lightweight Les Paul alternatives. The contoured heel joint gives unprecedented access to the higher frets, and the asymmetrical neck profile and compound radius ebony fingerboard give this guitar an incredibly slinky feel, which is a joy to play - especially for fast playing or metal. So if you find yourself longing for a Les Paul with modern playability, then this is definitely the Gibson for you. Read our Gibson Les Paul Modern review Image credit Gibson 9. Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Standard ReissueBag yourself a burstā¦ for a fraction of the priceSpecificationsBody 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany/ 2-Piece Figured Maple, Hide Glue FitNeck Solid MahoganyScale Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue FitFrets 22 Historic Medium-JumboPickups Custombucker Alnico III UnpottedControls 2 Volume/2 Tone CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil CapacitorsHardware Nickel ABR-1Finish Washed Cherry Sunburst, Iced Tea Burst, Dirty LemonReasons to buy+A fantastic replica of a vintage '59+Most comfortable LP neck Reasons to avoid-The price may put a lot of players off -Avoid if you are looking for modern features Often referred to as the "holy grail" of electric guitar, the '59 Les Paul is one of the most coveted instruments of all time, with originals easily going for $/Ā£100,000. These guitars were created during Gibson's golden era and have been the weapon of choice for so many rock gods, such as Slash, Jimmy Page, Joe Bonamassa, and Bernie Marsden. If you're anything like us, then you don't exactly have a spare 100k sitting around - and even if you did, there's no way you'd blow it on a single guitar - well, the next best thing would have to be the Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue. The clever people over at the Gibson Custom Shop have meticulously recreated every detail of this priceless vintage guitar. From using lasers to scan the original dimensions, to the use of period correct hide glue, and even going as far as to recreate the plastics down to a molecular level, they really have tried to capture every detail of this rare guitar.Image credit Gibson10. Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Goldtop Murphy Lab AgedA gold nugget from the golden era of guitarsSpecificationsBody 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany/ 2-Piece Plain Maple, Hide Glue FitNeck Solid MahoganyScale Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue FitFrets 22 Historic Medium-JumboPickups Custombucker Alnico III UnpottedControls 2 Volume/2 Tone CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil CapacitorsHardware Nickel ABR-1Finish Double Gold with Dark BackReasons to buy+Absolutely beautiful guitar+As close as you can get to a vintage '57 LP Reasons to avoid-Aged guitars arenāt for everyone If you thought the '59 was accurate to its vintage counterpart, then the Murphy Lab takes it to a whole new level. The brainchild of master builder and guitar aging pioneer Tom Murphy, the Murphy Lab has one goal - to make highly precise aged guitars indistinguishable from the originals. If you have ever been lucky enough to play an original gold top, you'll probably have noticed that the finish has cracked. This is referred to as "checking." This is a reasonably common phenomenon found on nitrocellulose finish guitars. The Murphy Lab has managed to expertly recreate the look and feel of this, bringing an air of authenticity to this Les Paul. Even the light aging around the headstock, and yellowing lacquer over the Gibson logo, make this guitar feel like a true vintage example. Weāre well aware that this process isn't for everyone. Still, if you're looking for a custom shop guitar with an added level of detail, then it's worth looking at a Custom Shop Murphy Lab Les Paul. Best Gibson Les Pauls A brief historyImage credit FutureThe Gibson Les Paul has gone through many, many changes over the years. Quite frankly, we don't have time to go through every variation, so let's just discuss the most critical milestones in the evolution of the most famous single-cut guitar of all time. Making its debut in 1952, the "Les Paul Model" was the creation of Ted McCarty, John Huis, and Les Paul. Although there are varying stories about this, depending on who you askā¦ Some say Gibson had the final design before contacting Les, and some say Les came up with the design himself. We know that Les approached Gibson in 1941 with an idea for a solid-body guitar - The Log. Gibson, uninterested at the time, didnāt take Les up on his new invention. Fender would ultimately beat them to the punch with the release of the Broadcaster/Telecaster. In an attempt to catch up to their Californian rivals, Gibson needed a solid-body guitar, and they needed it fast. They would eventually team up with the seasoned inventor, and thus, the āLes Paul Modelā was born. Beloved for their insanely good looks, unbeatable playability, and the definitive Les Paul tone, these guitars sell for upwards of $/Ā£100, version of the Les Paul featured a trapeze tailpiece and a set of "soap bar" P-90 pickups. It was also gold - yes, that's right, the first Les Paul models were all Gold Tops. The classic sunburst finish didn't come into production until much later, but weāll get to 1957 the Les Paul went through some significant changes. Now sporting a set of PAF patent applied for humbucker pickups and the far more recognizable Tune-O-Matic bridge and 1959, and 1960 would see the release of the "burst." A group of sunburst Les Paul's that would go on to be among the most sought-after guitars of all time. Beloved for their insanely good looks, unbeatable playability, and the definitive Les Paul tone, these guitars sell for upwards of $/Ā£100, with guitars this good, the next few years must have been looking good for the Les Paul? No. It's unfathomable now, but these guitars really weren't that popular back in the day. The sales of the Gibson Les Paul had been steadily declining for years. Gibson needed to do something drastic to keep up with the rising popularity of the Fender Stratocaster. This led us to the Les Paul redesign - the SG. Although still bearing the Les Paul name, the guitar we now know as the SG would take on the mantle for the next few years. Gibson would later re-introduce the Les Paul in its single-cut glory in then, Gibson has been churning out an array of Les Pauls at differing price points, from various factories over the years, from Kalamazoo, Nashville, and Memphis. We could go on all day about the history of the Gibson Les Paul, but let's leave it there and move on to some buying Gibson Les Pauls Buying adviceVintage Gibson Les Paul Gold Top with finish checking Image credit FutureWe know that buying a Les Paul can be daunting. At the end of the day, these are expensive guitars, and you want to make the right choice. Don't worry, we have your back. Here, we will discuss a few things to bear in mind when purchasing your new Les Paul. Les Paul neck profiles You can trust Guitar World Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing guitar products so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we you have been looking at Les Pauls for a while, you'll have noticed that Gibson offers different neck profiles. These range from the slim-taper 60's neck to the chunky 50's profile. There is no right or wrong neck for you. It really is a personal preference. Suppose youāre unsure which is suitable for you. In that case, we recommend sticking to the more universally loved '60s profile, as this fits most players' needs. If youāre looking at vintage reissue guitars, you won't get a choice, as they come with the neck profile that is correct for the era it's reissuing. Pickup choice Next, you need to find your sound, and this comes in the form of the pickups in your Les Paul. If you want to nail the searing classic rock tones, then seek out the PAF-style humbuckers. Perhaps you favor the bold attack of the P-90, then it's worth looking at a Les Paul Junior, Special, or '54 reissue. Gibson offers a few Les Paul's with a high-output pickup option for the modern player, perfect for bringing the house down with high-gain riffage. How much does a Gibson Les Paul weigh? It's no secret that the Les Paul is a heavy guitar, but don't worry if back problems are stopping you from getting the guitar of your dreams. Gibson has a few models in their extensive catalog that utilize the "ultra-modern weight-relief." This process is usually found on the "modern" series of instruments. It uses a series of small chambers to keep the weight down and make the guitar more manageable. If youāre a traditionalist, and this sounds like something you'd like to avoid, there are plenty of guitars on offer that come with zero weight relief. Looking after your Les Paulās Nitrocellulose lacquer All Gibson guitars use nitrocellulose lacquer. Although great for allowing the guitar to "breathe" and aiding in the resonance of the instrument, this finish does have its drawbacks. The main point to remember is that it can react with rubber - especially the rubber on cheap guitar stands! This is called "stand rash" or "nitro-burn" and is basically a chemical reaction between the stand and the guitar. So if youāre looking to have your new prized possession on show, we highly recommend getting a nitro-safe guitar stand. The Hercules brand of stands is our go-to. It's also worth mentioning that dramatic temperature changes can have a detrimental effect on your guitar's shiny new finish, so keep the guitar at room temperature. If you're going from a cold environment to a warm one, then let the guitar acclimatize before opening the case. While you're at it, it's probably a good idea not to get your new guitar wet or feed it after midnight. So there you have it, that's our guide to the best Gibson Les Pauls on the market right now. There is only one last thing to do - crank your Marshall stack, plug in, and let rip! 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