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Epiphone Les Paul Standard '50s Electric Guitar in Vintage Sunburst Finish - £399 Delivered @ GuitarGuitar
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A fair price on these at the moment. A classic instrument that has that vintage sunburst finish. I'll be honest... I'd buy one right now, but just bought my first Fender Strat I love a Les Paul, but haven't owned one in a while now Maybe next year? (Probably way before)
Epiphone guitars are really well made nowadays and the headstock is way closer to the Gibson ones (It was changed a few years back now, thankfully) I wanted a Gibson myself, but the Epiphone alternatives are getting so good, I can't warrant the spend nowadays.
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At A Glance
Coming from the Inspired by Gibson Collection, the Les Paul Standard 50s brings to life all of the historic vibes from what was a special time for music. The 59 Rounded neck profile gives a reassuring feel under hand. The ProBucker pickups easily reproduce all of the classic tones but also provide enough output and versatility for more modern sounds. The cream binding frames the body beautifully and adds to those vintage vibes. A Graph Tech nut is a welcomed modern appointment due to the increased reliability. This is a great option for those wanting vintage Les Paul style at a modest price.
Features We Love: ProBucker PickupsWith a ProBucker 3 in the bridge and a ProBucker 2 in the neck, the big humbucker tones are full and rich sounding. Huge chords and blistering solos all cut through with ease making it perfect for rock. That being said, they can produce smooth and luxurious tones suitable for blues, jazz and even pop.
'59 Rounded Medium C Profile
Staying true to the 50s vibe, this '59 Rounded Medium C neck has a great playing profile. It is comfortable and feels reassuringly well constructed. A great opportunity to have this feature without the vintage price tag!
Vintage Deluxe Tuners
Keeping with the style of the time period, the Vintage Deluxe tuners certainly look the part. With an 18:1 ratio, these tuners are reliable and will do a great job and getting you in tune and keeping you in tune.
Highlights:
Specification
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Epiphone guitars are really well made nowadays and the headstock is way closer to the Gibson ones (It was changed a few years back now, thankfully) I wanted a Gibson myself, but the Epiphone alternatives are getting so good, I can't warrant the spend nowadays.
Delivery is free
At A Glance
Coming from the Inspired by Gibson Collection, the Les Paul Standard 50s brings to life all of the historic vibes from what was a special time for music. The 59 Rounded neck profile gives a reassuring feel under hand. The ProBucker pickups easily reproduce all of the classic tones but also provide enough output and versatility for more modern sounds. The cream binding frames the body beautifully and adds to those vintage vibes. A Graph Tech nut is a welcomed modern appointment due to the increased reliability. This is a great option for those wanting vintage Les Paul style at a modest price.
Features We Love: ProBucker PickupsWith a ProBucker 3 in the bridge and a ProBucker 2 in the neck, the big humbucker tones are full and rich sounding. Huge chords and blistering solos all cut through with ease making it perfect for rock. That being said, they can produce smooth and luxurious tones suitable for blues, jazz and even pop.
'59 Rounded Medium C Profile
Staying true to the 50s vibe, this '59 Rounded Medium C neck has a great playing profile. It is comfortable and feels reassuringly well constructed. A great opportunity to have this feature without the vintage price tag!
Vintage Deluxe Tuners
Keeping with the style of the time period, the Vintage Deluxe tuners certainly look the part. With an 18:1 ratio, these tuners are reliable and will do a great job and getting you in tune and keeping you in tune.
Highlights:
- Vintage vibes with modern playability
- A classic timeless design
- Epiphone level of quality
Specification
- Body - Mahogany with Maple Cap
- Neck - Mahogany
- Neck Shape - '59 Rounded Medium C
- Scale - 24.75"
- Radius - 12"
- Frets - 22 Medium Jumbo
- Nut - Graph Tech
- Nut Width - 1.693"
- Pickups - ProBucker 2 Neck, ProBucker 3 Bridge
- Controls - 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3 Way Toggle, CTS Electronics, 50s style wiring
- Bridge - LockTone ABR Tune-O-Matic with Stopbar
- Tuners - Epiphone Vintage Deluxe 18:1 ratio
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I really can't go for one at the moment, and I'm pretty scared prices could go up in general
I've got a Gibson LP and an Epiphone LP and I tried 4 out in the shop before I chose the Epi one. And it's pretty close to the Gibson in many ways. I upgraded the pickups and use the Epi for gigs, the Gibson is for recording and home practice only. Couldn't bar anything to happen to it on the road.
My mate bought the very same model Epi from an online shop and there are difference between the two in finish, fit and would you believe, sound (edited)
It's the 75th Anniversary model, which 100% looks better in person, finish wise.
Bit of a controversial choice, I think, based on comments on the headstock colour
Was £509 with bag / pre-owned. Tip top condition as well.
Thankfully, I love it... My aim was to head to a music shop to try a few out, but my local shut down (Music Room Lincoln) and that's a 50 mile round trip.
They had two in stock - One had a dent in the neck and body and the other... Well, it's the one I have. Same price. Not sure if an error, but for what it is, it felt like a really nice buy.