Epiphone Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar

Mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, mahogany/alder body

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"The BEST Les Paul You Could Ever Get!"

Feature:
Mine didn't come with any features, but I bought a bunch of stuff afterwards that just made it so much easier to use. I suggest a tuner, even though this guitar has rarely gone out of tune.

Quality:
My guitar is made perfectly I would say. There were a few scratches on the pick guard, but they are barely noticable. It feels strong and secure and I'm sure it could and would widthstand a drop or two.

Value:
This guitar was the best value I have ever gotten. It sounds like a Gibson, but on the headstock it just says Epiphone. If you want a guitar that stacks up to Gibson's original LPs, this is the one.

Desirability:
This guitar is a sexy beast. Ebony is sweet and it's super glossy. The gold hardware makes it look different from the Standards and it brings that extra "wow". I wanted mine in white, but now that I have the ebony, I'll have to think twice about that.

Sound:
The sound of this guitar is freaking amazing. It has a rich tone and is suited for just about every style of music you could possibly think of. I feed mine through a 15W Spider Line 6, and it just sounds great. I would change the strings if you want an even better sound though, otherwise, the ones it comes with should be fine.

Ease of Use:
After you tune it properly and if you have a decent amp, the sound quality is awesome. The playabiliy is so far flawless and it's perfect for any skill level.

Support:
I didn't need any support yet.

Overall:
I'm hoping this guitar will last for a good, long time. I'll probably buy another Les Paul Custom in the future to add to my collection, and probably just to make my friends jealous. This is by far, the best Epiphone I've ever played and I wouldn't hesitate to get another one.

Submitted: 6/7/2008

Style of Music: Alternative, Punk, Rock, Jazz


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* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"Love at first note, definitely."

Feature:
My Paul came with a basic cord, instuctions and the guitar obviously. There wasn't much to it, but keeping it simple was the best way to go in this case. After buying it I bought a good strap and some new strings and it was good to go.

Quality:
It's made well, but you need to get intonation ASAP. It makes it sound a hell of a lot better. I noticed a little bit of wear on the frets after probably a month of playing, but that's pretty normal. The finish is smooth with no blemishes and it doesn't scratch easily. I admit that I have dropped my baby once, and guess what, zero signs of damage! I'll probably end up doing worse things to this guitar on stage, during practise, but it's gonna keep up. It's probably stronger than I am.

Value:
This is almost like playing a Gibson. It's top of the line, and if you want superior quality, this is what you get. Don't settle for anything less. It's a steal for under $1000 and I would certainly pay more for it if I had to.

Desirability:
Sexy. That's all. Alpine white is amazing to look at, and it attracts other musicians like CRAZY. I probably had about ten people crowding around me when I took it out of the case, which was amazing because I didn't even know them! They all said it was a really unique guitar and I'm lucky I have it. I wouldn't go with anything else, any other day. Definitley a music magnet.

Sound:
The sound of this guitar is pretty great. Suitable for just about every style of music you can think of, especially when you've got fuzz or distortion running. I use Line 6 and it's impressive. The treble pickup is good for harmonics and it's been sounding great ever since. Minimal buzzing, but I can deal with it. I highly advise you to change the strings if you want a brighter sound though. Slinkys would be best.

Ease of Use:
If you've played a Les Paul, you know how well these guitars work. They're simple, straightforward and beasts. You don't have to toggle and fight with the knobs and switches too much and it stays solid when you're playing pretty rough (which I do). I've heard that the knobs fall off after a while, but you could say it gives it some character. It's easy for my brother and friends to work, and they have no idea how to play the guitar, so I guess it's pretty easy.

Support:
No need yet.

Overall:
I'd probably use this guitar forever if I could. I don't expect it to wear out fast, and I need it to last a long time (broke musician). So far I'm extremely pleased with it and I don't regret having to save cash for months to get this beauty. Compared to other Epiphone Pauls I've played, this is the only one I fell in love with.

Submitted: 12/3/2008

Style of Music: Alternative, Punk, Metal


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There sure have been a lot of pretenders to the crown, plenty of guitars that claim to deliver that classic sound of the rock revolution. Some guitars might even claim to have improved upon tradition, but there's no denying one simple fact: there's no guitar that can quite match a Les Paul. the Epiphone Les Paul Custom captures the true rock essence of that most iconic of Gibson guitars at a price that makes history of its own.

The Les Paul is the signature guitar of the Gibson guitar company, and as their flagship model, LPs can fetch a handsome fee. Lucky for us, the Epiphone company makes the only licensed-by-Gibson Les Pauls in the world, meaning everyone can play the classic axe that gave first voice to rock n' roll's greatest guitarists, but at a rock-bottom price.

The Sound Of Rock Of Every Age
Those looking for a versatile guitar need look no further than the Epiphone Les Paul Custom. The classic Les Paul crunch has been a part of every major musical genre since Les Paul started experimenting with the first multi-track recordings, and the Epiphone LP captures every nuance of that multifaceted tone. Guitarists from every decade have employed the singing top end and gut-kicking low end of a humbucker-loaded Les Paul. Names like Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, Pete Townshend, Duane Allman, Ace Frehley, Alex Lifeson, Frank Zappa, Steve Jones, Stone Gossard, Dean DeLeo, Billie Joe Armstrong, Justin Hawkins . . . the list goes on and on, with new legends being added every day from every corner of the stylistic globe. There's literally no kind of music that can't benefit from the musical, expressive tones of the Epiphone Les Paul Custom.

Exclusive Epiphone Hardware And Electronics
Epiphone and Gibson share a very special relationship with plenty of benefits. Gibson's decades of humbucker know-how helped shape the latest incarnation of the Epiphone humbucker, a wax-dipped tone machine that can go from articulate jazz comping to jangly rhythm strumming to scorching leads, all with almost zero extraneous noise. And, of course, none of that annoying single-coil hum.

Custom Appointments
With the officially Gibson-licensed Epiphone Les Paul Custom, getting a killer deal on an amazing guitar doesn't mean having to settle for a "standard" model. . . this baby's got all the luxurious "tuxedo" appointments that makes the Gibson Les Paul Classic such a coveted instrument. Gold hardware, big block inlays, and three-ply binding around the body and fingerboard scream "dinner at Buckingham," even as the pickups scream "Anarchy in the UK!" Get your Les Paul Custom from zZounds in classic Ebony, or the forward-thinking Alpine White; both flawless finishes make the Epiphone Les Paul Custom's carved maple top gleam like Louis XIV's tea-service.

Feels Like A Les Paul Because It Is A Les Paul
Great tone and good looks are just two sides of the total Les Paul package. A guitar isn't truly great without great playability. The Les Paul's sticking power is due to its feel, and Epiphone's Custom version feels every bit like the offspring of its Gibson predecessors. The neck profile is generous without feeling bulky. The frets are perfectly seated and polished to perfection. The set and glued neck-heel virtually disappears as you move up the scale, and the classic cutaway lets you flail away with ease up to the 22nd fret. Simply put, a guitar that plays this good will make you a better player.

When you're blazing a new trail into uncharted territories, its always a good idea to rely on the wisdom of those who have gone before. Take it from some of the greatest players in rock history: you can't go wrong with a Les Paul, and the Epiphone Les Paul Custom is an unbeatable deal on the real thing.

Add a hardshell case and protect your investment!
The classic "tuxedo" look and world famous features that have made the Les Paul Custom a hit since 1954 are now available in a great price range with the Epiphone Les Paul Custom. Multiple bound body with arched top and gold hardware, a quick mahogany neck for great action and feel and a solid, glued neck joint for stability and a great sustain all come together to make this guitar one of the best values on the market today.case.

Technical Info

Pickups: 2 Humbuckers

Hardware: Gold

Scale: 24.75 in.

Nut Width: 1.68 in.

Neck Joint: Set

Neck Material: Mahogany

Fingerboard: Rosewood/Block

Binding: Body/Neck/Headstock

Body Material: Mahogany/Alder

Top: Mahogany/Alder

Finishes: Alpine White, Ebony
Classic sound and Custom Shop looks at an everyman price! Two humbuckers, mahogany neck set into mahogany body, and alder top for that signature Les Paul sound. Gold hardware, vintage-style tuners, and cream-colored binding give it top-dollar looks.
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  • 03/17
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