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Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plus Electric Guitar

Flamed Maple top. 2 humbuckers.

Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plus Electric Guitar reviews

292 People rated this product : 8 out of 10

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9 out of 10

"As Close to the Real Thing As You Can Get!"

Feature:
My purchase was a "refurb" model. I got the Cherry sunburst so it did not come with any case(which I did not want anyways-explain later). Came with manual, allen wrench, warranty card and misc. stuff. Pretty exact match to a Les Paul as to features. Pretty much standard....

Quality:
Being a "refurb", I expected issues. I was not disappointed-there was some. First impression, the thing is beautiful-great colors and looks like it cost a whole lot more. Seeing Les Paul on the headstock, makes you believe you have the real thing(and hopefully others will feel that way too!) As mentioned earlier, it sounds great & especially for spending only 3 bills on it, I can't complain(too much). My biggest concern is the buzz when I strum the low E hard. The action is quite low so that might have something to do with it. There were a couple of the plastic pieces that were loose so those needed to be tighten up. I had the chance to compare it to the real thing and notice the same "buzz" in the high dollar one. Overall, especially for what I was expecting, it gets a 9- it this was a new one, it probably be a 7. Once again, quite pleased!

Value:
My only 10 rating.....why? I compared this to a $3200 Les Paul side by side. I did notice some differences and sure the different woods, being built in America, better hardware make up a lot of this. But $2500 worth is a hard pill to swallow. I could buy 3 of these, replace the pickups with humbucker pros, have it gone thru by an expert ans still save money. So if your on a budget, no better bargain out there!

Desirability:
Almost a 10 but this axe is not for everyone. I also like playing Beach Boys and surfer type music so I stay with my Strat for that. Country music may stray away occasionally from this also. So, if Metal is your method- GO FOR IT!

Sound:
To start with, EVERYTHING has to be PERFECT to get a 10 out of me so I'm not being hard, just very picky! Let's begin....I own a Gibson SG and it sounds a lot like that. Definately a harder rock sound & let me tell you....for the money- not bad! I've read where everyone jumps on the pickup replacement bandwagon & that's fine. That's what I plan on doing myself but with all the different effects out there, it is not neccessary. It's got great sustain but being really overdriven does get mushy. If you start doing the beginning lick of Sweet Child O Mine, most people watching won't even be comparing the exact nuances of sound anyways. So overall, I'd say change the strings, tighten the screws and call it good for now!

Ease of Use:
This is my first LP. I bought this primarily to get use to it so later on after I save(& save & save & save & save), I get the real thing. I wanted something to practice with which was as close to the real thing as possible. Besides, If I ever needed a backup or just a "thrasher axe", this would fill in nicely. I also never played anything with a narrow neck so this is a good practice one too. Barre chords are easy but not really made for a beginner since the strings are close together and there would be a lot of doubling when trying to play. Volume and tone are as basic as you get.....

Support:
Don't know but for what I've seen and heard- great!

Overall:
I figure this will last around 5-7 years with normal wear. I'll probably by then have, at least, a used Gibson LP. So as long as it looks good, sounds good, and stays in tune, I'm happy.

Submitted: 10/17/2007

Style of Music: Rock

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10 out of 10

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"Buy it, you won't regret it!"

Feature:
Everything you would expect from a Les Paul.

Quality:
Good quality, no problems so far, I've had the guitar for 6 months. The switch feels a bit flimsy, but works well. The dials feel very solid, no problems so far. The guitar stays in tune just as well a Gibson, so I don't think the tuners need to be replaced, unless you're really picky about that. Had to tighten the nut for the input jack, but that's not unexpected. Definitely needs professional setup (around $150), including fretwork, so it's not in top condition right out of the box, but that's true for a Gibson too (even though it would be better).

Value:
One of the best values ever. I just got the standard finish, didn't feel like spending another $100 or $200, since it looked good as it is.

Desirability:
Once again, it's a Les Paul, you gotta have it. Period.

Sound:
It sounds pretty good right out of the box, but I would strongly recommend replacing the strings and taking it for a professional setup, it makes a big difference. The wood is great, and I can get good tone from it. It's not a 10 obviously, there are better Les Pauls, with better wood and pickups for more money, but this should satisfy all players who don't have extra money to throw around. My guitar teacher is very impressed with this guitar.

Ease of Use:
Again, it's a Les Paul, how hard can it be.

Support:
Didn't need any support yet.

Overall:
I will stick with this guitar for a long time, no doubt about it. Don't be cheap, pay a professional (with good reputation) to set it up, you won't regret it.

Submitted: 11/28/2007

Style of Music: Blues, Rock, Jazz

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Translucent Amber
Transparent Blue
Honey Burst
Vintage Sunburst
Heritage Cherry Sunburst

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If you can handle everything about the Les Paul except the price, check this out. Engineers designed this modern classic with the arched top and fast neck of the best Les Pauls. It has an arched, figured curly Maple, carved top in faded sunburst finishes for that great LP look. And like all Les Pauls, features a solid glued neck joint for great sustain and stability. These guitars are built to 100% Gibson specifications. Since 1910 Epiphone has been building quality instruments and this Les Paul Standard will only enhance their great reputation. These transparent finishes are exceptionally beautiful!

The Les Paul guitar is synonymous with Rock and Roll. No other guitar gives you the power, the sustain and the sound of a Les Paul. If it's got Les Paul's signature on the headstock, it's the real thing... Accept no substitutes! Authorized by Gibson USA!

Technical Info

Pickups: 2 Humbuckers

Hardware: Chrome

Scale: 24.75 in.

Nut Width: 1.68 in.

Neck Joint: Set

Neck Material: Mahogany

Fingerboard: Rosewood/Trapezoid

Binding: Body/Neck

Body Material: Mahogany/Alder

Top: Flame Maple

Finishes: Honey Burst, Heritage Cherry Sunburst, Vintage Sunburst, Translucent Blue, Translucent Amber, Wine Red

With a set mahogany neck, an alder and mahogany body, and a flame maple top, this Standard delivers all the chunky sustain you expect from a Les Paul. Rosewood fretboard with trapezoidal inlays, dual humbuckers, chrome hardware, and vintage-style green tuners.