Epiphone Les Paul 100 Electric Guitar
The Epiphone Les Paul 100 is an ideal guitar for beginners, or anyone looking for a low-cost LP. With dual humbuckers and a bolt-on neck, it's a great value.
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Submitted February 20, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com
"What's in a name? Epiphone is clearly as good as Gibson."
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I expect to be satisfied with this LP 100 for as long as I live. I may add more Guitars to my collection but this is definitely a keeper.
Sound
I prefer the Open Coils over the chome domes. Just a personal preference. I think they are warmer and at the same time sharper than the chrome domes. I'm basically born and raised on Fender but also like and respect the Gibson sound. I've been playing and recording professionally since the 60's. As far as Gibson vs. Epiphone goes, I prefer Epiphone. This thing has a GREAT sound and the sustain is fantastic. One thing that totally surprised me is that it sounds better on my VOX Amp than my Marshall Amp! Go figure! I don't do live work anymore but do a lot of recording and this LP 100 will get used a lot.
Features
This thing is put together very well. One thing I love about Epiphone/Gibson is that they include a LOT of printed material unlike Fender. It even came with a very nice cord and all the wrenches needed to set it up or change the set up.
Ease of Use
Very easy to get great sounds from this. The controls are flawless. It came out of the box ready to tune and play. The action and neck feel great.
Quality
Factory control could use some help. The strings were just hanging but that really didn't matter. I re strung it with a set of Di Addario strings anyway like I do with all my Guitars. Everything elese fit perfectly.
Value
Very well worth the price. This is an excellent product.
Manufacturer Support
Haven't had to deal with them yet but the info packed with the LP was very complete and on line warranty registration was a breeze.
The Wow Factor
I LOVE the Cherry Burst finish. Again, just personal preference. I think LP's need a sunburst look. The Cherry Burst is really excellent. Even the darker parts of it let the wood grain show through. The gloss is perfect.
Musical Style:
Blues, Classic Rock, Jazz
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Submitted November 24, 2023 by Charlie L in Phoenix, AZ
"Want to build yourself a Gibson Les Paul Studio for under $500? Start by buying this guitar"
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**Disclaimers: Unlike the Les Paul Studio, this guitar has a bolt on neck. If that's a problem, you can stop reading right here****I purchased everything from zZounds unless otherwise noted, but have no affiliation with them, just a very happy customer**First, I almost never write reviews, but I felt I should after purchasing this Guitar. A little background; For several years, my main guitar was an EPIPHONE Les Paul Studio, which I loved (still do). A couple years ago, I decided to step up to. GIBSON Les Paul Studio, which is awesome. I then used my EPIPHONE Studio as a backup/alternately tuned guitar. Recently, I decided to replace my backup guitar with a new one, as my EPI Studio is pretty beat up (the reason I'm comparing the 100 to the Studio, is because they are almost identical in shape, size, weight and overall appearance, and my familiarity with the Studio in general). After some consideration, I decided to buy the 100. The first thing I saw after opening the box, was a gorgeous perloid headstock inlay. It blew my mind, because I was expecting it to be painted on, like every other inexpensive Epiphone I've had. The second thing I noticed, was when I picked it up. When I did, I couldn't feel a single fret end. Not only are the fret ends completely smooth, they are tapered into the finger board in such a way, that it's almost like they aren't there. I was fully expecting to have to put a lot of work to get them to my liking, like on every other guitar I've ever bought, including my Gibson. The only guitar that was anywhere close was my PRS Custom 24-08 S2. Otherwise, the 100 is aesthetically identical to the Les Paul Studio. Now for the fun part... Pickups.If we're trying to get that awesome Gibson sound, we're definitely going to need Gibson pickups. I planned on using the same pickups as on my Gibson LP Studio, as I already had an extra set of Gibson pickups (490R and 500T), which you can find on zZounds, priced anywhere from $100-$150. What I ended up doing was only replacing the bridge Pickup, because I preferred the sound of the stock Epiphone neck pickup (650R), so I only swapped out the bridge pickup, installing a Gibson 500T in the bridge. I love the way they sound together, but my favorite feature is that I can switch from a pure Epiphone sound, to a pure Gibson sound, just by using the pickup selector. This is now my main guitar, for both the stage and the studio, as I prefer the overall sound and experience of this guitar, even better than my Gibson Studio. Coil SplittingIf you want to be able to split your humbuckers, there are a couple ways to do it. I recommend buying the entire wiring harness, which is solder-free, and much easier to install. zZounds has them for around $100, just make sure that the harness has a coil splitting modification. OptionsI added chrome pickup covers, to bring it in line with the Gibson Studio. I also installed black chrome colored locking tuners (instead of the traditional chrome colored), and I love the way it looks. OverallThere is so much you can do with this guitar. And for the price, you're not going to find a better single cut electric guitar out there. Even though I've modified the guitar for my liking, customization isn't necessary, as this guitar stands on its own against ANY under $500 guitar that I've ever played, right out of the box. And that goes for everything. From fit and finish, to playability, to sound. This maybe the least expensive guitar I've ever purchased, but it's also the most satisfied I've ever been after purchasing a guitar. Hands down. In short, you can't go wrong buying this guitar. You will be amazed (keeping price point in mind).
Musical Background:
30 plus years as a guitar player and drummer
Musical Style:
Mostly Rock & Blues
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Submitted November 29, 2011 by a customer from yahoo.com
"This is a fully functional Les Paul style guitar. The tone is excellent. The craftsmanship is excellent. The price is unbeatable"
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I am satisfied with this product. I will still probably spend close to $1000 on a real Gibson Les Paul in the future.
Sound
This is a quality Les Paul style guitar. The factory set up has a little bit higher action than i am used to playing. I do believe this makes the sound have more body to it due to actual finger pressure. I bought the Ebony LP 100 and it is a beautiful guitar. I play a good bit of rock and funk guitar and the pick up configuration let's me get a wide range of tones.
Features
The three way toggle switch is essential for being able to play in a smooth rhythm groove and jump up into a blistering lead tone in a split second.
Ease of Use
I wish i had a Marshall amplifier to play this through but my Behringer VT100 works just fine for recording. If you know how you want your amp to sound, then just plug up the LP and it will pull you into playing it for hours.
Quality
Everything on the guitar is made well and seems very functional. Remember....you didn't buy a LP Custom so what you SEE is what you get! If you treat this guitar like it's a Custom it seems like it will last long enough for you pass it down to your future family guitar players as something of value.
Value
You can not get a better guitar for the price!
Manufacturer Support
You won't need to deal with the company that made the product unless your order gets hit by a Mack Truck on the way being shipped to your house.
The Wow Factor
It is a deal for guitar players who have a great guitar already but still desire that Les Paul tone for recording or for certain songs. You can get it here without paying those Les Paul dollars for it.
Musical Background:
20+ years/ Guitar and Bass/ I have played professionally.
Musical Style:
Rock/ Funk/ Blues/ Reggae/ Folk
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Submitted January 18, 2012 by Tom Pecelunas in Naples, FL
"Epi LP 100"
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I purchased this guitar 3 months ago and have loved it ever since. It looks, plays, and sounds great. It was delivered well packed and in prefect shape. I have a Fender standard Strat that cost more than the LP 100 and it does not even compare. I would not hesitate to recommend this guitar and aZounds to anyone in the market for an affordable guitar. I gave the manufacturing support 4 stars assuming they will stand behind their product as was my previous experience with Epiphone, I have not needed any support from them thus far.
Musical Background:
Guitar jam at home
Musical Style:
Blues
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Submitted April 8, 2014 by Len M in Smithville, MO
"Awesome guitar!"
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I will admit I was skeptical. I've had high dollar and low dollar Gibsons ( I'm Gibson all the way) as well as an Epiphone Les Paul Studio. Except for the 335s my complaint was the pickups. Always seemed to be lacking in something. Anyway I ordered a Heritage Cherry Burst. Guitar was straight right out the box, and I am having a ball with it. Plays really well, neck is thin like I like it and these pickups took some adjusting but I like the sound. This is the most fun and satisfaction I've had with a guitar since my 335s. Get one of these and you won't want to put it down. Playing through a huge Peavey Mace so this little guy can do the trick. Kudos Epiphone.
Musical Background:
Playing for 40 years.
Musical Style:
Rock, Blues.
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Submitted December 20, 2005 by a customer from koreintillery.com
"THIS IS THE ONE!"
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If you're thinking about an electric guitar and have a decent amp, you need one of the Les Pauls.
Sound
I've played an electric acoustic for years - the Les Paul is my first "real" electric. I am in shock. I took it out of the box 6 hours ago and I've been playing it ever since. I have an old Fender Ultimate Chorus Amp that sounds better than ever.
Features
I just plain old love everything about this guitar. It "feels" like a guitar should - not too heavy, but with just enough weight to make you feel like you're holding something worth holding. If there is anything I'd wish for, it would be locking tuners. My brother has those on his strat and they really work well.
Quality
Seems to be very good. It has a very beautiful finish on it. (Vintage Cherry)
Value
I'm nuts for not buying a Les Paul years ago.
Manufacturer Support
Haven't needed them yet.
Musical Background:
semi-active musician
Musical Style:
Rock and Blues
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Submitted April 3, 2012 by Collin Warren in GREENSBURG, PA
"Beginners!!! Your search is over!!! Buy this!"
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This is the perfect guitar for beginners. This was my first electric guitar, and I couldn't be more pleased with it.
Sound
This being my first guitar purchase, I have nothing to compare this too, however I believe that this guitar is simply excellent in this category. It can hold a note for what feels like forever, even for a bolt on neck. The pick ups are very nice. I wanted humbacks for there hard rock sound and they delivered well, I wish they could be covered, but for $250, could you ask for more?
Features
As I mentioned before, you get two great humbacks, a 3 setting switch to toggle the pick-ups, mountings for a strap, and that's about it. All pre-assembled, of course.
Ease of Use
Could not be easier to use. If you cant pull this out of the box and plug it in, I think you should be wearing a special helmet. Very easy to play if your a beginner.
Quality
It feels really solid, even for a bolt neck. Its 10lbs, which is heavier then you might think. I feel like I could go Pete Townsend on this baby and it'll still survive. The finish on it is spectacular.
Value
In hind-sight, I feel bad about buying this guitar. Not because its bad, its fantastic. I feel bad for Zzounds because I paid so little for such a great instrument. You could spend alot more and get the same quality guitar, as many of my expert guitarist friends have said. 100% worth the buy.
Manufacturer Support
Haven't had to use it yet, and dont expect to.
The Wow Factor
This next part is 100% true: I was in class at school today and was talking about this guitar (Mine is Vintage Sunburst) and showed a picture I have of it on my phone. As soon as they laid eyes on it, every single one of them turn as giddy as kid on Christmas day. Even several girls ;). This guitar is pure awesome.
Musical Background:
Guitar and vocals: 3 Months.
Musical Style:
Classic and hard rock.
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Submitted January 17, 2024 by Greg F in Center, TX
"Les Paul 100 Vintage Sunburst"
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The Epiphone Les Paul 100 Vintage Sunburst is an amazing work of art. As soon as I opened the box the wow factor hit. This guitar is immaculate. It s so beautiful I was scared to touch it. The headstock with the lettering is a work of art and the finish was like looking into glass. It has a slim fast neck good for smaller hands. The sound has that distinct Les Paul sound. I would give it a 100 stars if I could. You could look at it think it cost several thousands of dollars and by the sound. The easy way you can pay for it awesome. I Will definitely buy from zZounds again!
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Rock and Blues
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Submitted October 9, 2005 by a customer from metrocast.net
"Its Just Awesome"
I love it and plan to use it for years to come. Rock On!!!
Sound
The sound is great. You get a great range of sounds thanks to the two volume controls, the two tone controls, and the selector switch. The sound is easily compareable to a gibson. Because of the bolt on neck you do lose a little bit of sustain, but nothing really noticeable. If your into classic rock, or any type of metal this is the guitar for you. You can get a crunchy sound, or a nice clean sound if you like. But the distortion on this thing is awesome.
Features
The guitar has everything you need to rock. With its great variety of tones and distortion. 2 volume, 2 tonal, 3-way selector, its all that you need our want.
Quality
It will last. I have a beautiful vintage sunburst finish. Its looks could make someone cry, in a good way though. Its very reliable I have had it a month and nothing is yet wrong with it. Also its so sturdy that you could probably drop it down a flight of stairs and it would be fine.
Value
Its great for its price. It should be worth at least 1000$. It brows the stratocaster away.
Manufacturer Support
I havent had to deal with them.
The Wow Factor
Its dead sexy.
Musical Background:
Guitarist, right.
Musical Style:
Classic Rock, Heavy Metal, Hair Metal
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Submitted February 2, 2018 by michael brewer in waynesboro, TN
"most guitar for the money"
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I can't say enough good things about this guitar.it exceeded my expectations in every category! I bought a Gibson sg fusion and sent it back,then bought this guitar. it's a sad day when a guitar made in china surpasses a made in the usa Gibson.and I have been playing for fifty years mostly pro!
Musical Background:
been playing for fifty years,most years pro,now semi-pro. play guitar,bass, and drums.
Musical Style:
classic rock, metal, and alternative
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Submitted May 12, 2015 by Joey Hall in Blountstown, FL
"Awesome Guitar"
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This was my first purchase of an lp style guitar and ive not been disappointed! It has the crunch as well as the clean tone. This is an amazing guitar for the price!!! Already hunting another!!!
Musical Background:
Worhip Band
Musical Style:
Rock, Christian
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Submitted December 28, 2022 by Tanya Norton in Brownwood, TX
"Awesome guitar and company!"
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The guitar is really awesome! I'm just starting my guitar journey and am already addicted! Good thing I found zZounds!
Musical Background:
Music is life!
Musical Style:
Any and all
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Submitted April 22, 2007 by a customer from zoomshare.com
"GREAT GUITAR!! BUT NOT FOR Beginning GUITAR PLAYERS!"
I Recommend This Guitar Its Great For The Price!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sound
Grate For Palm muting With this Guitar! Definitely worth The Money! everything comes Out Clear! The Rythm setting is nice for playing Heavy Stuff! You Can Play anything with this Guitar WITH THE RIGHT DISTORTION!
I Wouldn't recommend this guitar For People Just Starting It May Be A Little To Heavy and Complicating!
Features
Grate Sounds! All settings Sound Great!
Ease of Use
Its A Little Hard On The shoulder Its So Heavy! BUT I Deal with it!
Quality
Its built really well! Just Dont Hit The Gloss when You Strum Hard! I Have A Few Lines In Mine! But Its Bound To Happen Anyway! I Would Use It At A Concert!
Value
Its Worth At Least $300 Id Pay that Much!
Manufacturer Support
I HAVEN'T HAD ANY PROBLEMS!
The Wow Factor
If It Was Broken Or Stolen! I would Buy It Again!
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Metal, HEAVY Stuff, Punk
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Submitted February 9, 2008 by a customer from hotmail.com
"not much difference between gibson and epiphone"
im hoping to get 5 years out of this guitar
Sound
it has a great sound to it but it could have better oick ups
Features
no accesories came with it
Ease of Use
it plays very well for a cheap guitar
Quality
the quality is great all you need is a set up
Value
255$
Manufacturer Support
no support
The Wow Factor
its sexy
Musical Background:
les paul player
Musical Style:
rock kiss
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Submitted April 20, 2017 by Luis A in Clifton, NJ
"Great Guitar at a great price."
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I had a few Epiphones and Gibsons guitars and they lasted for ever. Quality and craftsmanship is superb and price is just what any one can afford. The LP 100 was the perfect Guitar for me at 68. Thank You Epiphone for another great guitar. You Did it Again.
Musical Background:
playing for the last 48 years
Musical Style:
R/B's, Latin, Rock&Roll, Christian, Counntry, Blues.
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Submitted November 4, 2006 by a customer from gmail.com
"Perfect"
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All in all, this is a great guitar. Just because it has a lower price tag than others, doesn't mean it's a bad guitar. On the contrary, it's an awesome guitar, and for those who want a cheap but reliable axe, definantly go with this.
Sound
You can achieve, a lot of different sounds on this guitar as most review tell you. The double humbuckers are very good at creating a metal to blues sound.
Features
This comes equipped with 2 humbucker pickups, chrome hardware, and very beautiful body.
Ease of Use
Very easy guitar to use, though it is a little heavy.
Quality
One of the best guitars for it's price. This guitar is GREAT for people who are buying their second guitar, or even their first. Anyone can pick this up, and rock out.
Value
This guitar is SO good for the price, it's a wonder why Epiphone has a great guitar this cheap. It has everything you need to rock, so why don't you give it a try? Maybe it'll become a favorite in your guitar collection.
Manufacturer Support
N/A
The Wow Factor
This
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Metal, and some blues.
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Submitted May 15, 2009 by a customer from gmail.com
"100% Satisfied!"
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I'm 100% satisfied. I've used zZounds twice now, and the shipping was extremely fast every time. This guitar came in 3 days, and it was free shipping. If the product got lost or stolen, I'd definitely make an effort to get a new one. I'm very happy with my purchase!
Sound
This guitar sounds really, really nice. It has a warm, full, rich and overall great tone. It sounds how an electric guitar is supposed to, and then some.
Features
I'll give this a seven. If you're looking for some kind of starter kit, this doesn't have it. All it came with was an allen wrench and a cord to plug it into the amp. That's all I needed though.
Ease of Use
I gotta say, this guitar is really easy to get a nice sound out of. A simple G major sounds like a million bucks on this thing. I personally find soloing easy on this, but my previous electric guitar was a real pain in the butt to do solos. So anything is better than my old one, lol. But it's really easy to navigate the notes.
Quality
The quality is excellent. The guitar feels solidly built, looks strong, and it is strong. I just got it today, so I don't know exactly how long it'll last for. But after having it for roughly eight hours, I can say that I expect it to last. It seems durable.
Value
The value is excellent. It seems like it was worth more than what I paid for. Excellent value, no doubt.
Manufacturer Support
I didn't need this.
The Wow Factor
It's beautiful. Let's face it. The look of a guitar is important. We can talk about all the technical features, but the simple look of this thing is great. I got the Vintage Sunburst, and I don't regret it at all. The only thing I wish was different was the dot inlays. But I saw the picture, so it wasn't like it was a shock when I opened it.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Country, Blues, Rock, Christian, mainly.
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Submitted October 12, 2011 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Wow!!! Great deal on my Epiphone Les Paul 100!!!"
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This guitar is a keeper!!!
Sound
Great Guitar for the money!!! Sounds just like a regular Les Paul!!!
Features
Real solid, built better than I expected!!!
Ease of Use
Plays great right out of the box!!!
Quality
Fit and finish is excellent, much better than I expected!!!
Value
Best price I found and free shipping, what more could you want!!!
Manufacturer Support
Great experience, everything happened as advertised!!!
The Wow Factor
Beautiful finish, beter than the picture showed!!!
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Rock
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Submitted August 5, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com
"Great deal."
Sound
when i went buyin a new guitar,i found myself into 2 options the first one is a gibson standard,and this Epi. les paul , i tried both of the guitars.. and i couldn't tell the difference, it sounded pretty much the same! the only difference was the Price .. so i bought this one .. it suites every taste, i play in a pure rock band the pickups were doing it's job perfectly .. but hey.. u want to push this guitar to it's limits? I replaced the pickups with 2 gibsons 500T/496R pickups.. and beleive me it blew away the Gibson standard.. so 9 with the old PUs.. 10 with the Gibsons PUs
Features
the finish of the guitar is the best part of it , Herritage Sunburst.. it's ammazing, i wish it had trapezoid inlays..and the Les paul signature on the headstock.. but i don't regret buying it..
Ease of Use
i dunno if it's me.. or the guitar but i find it hard to lower the strings without getting a buzz.. but i guess it's me not the guitar!
Quality
it's like a tank.. actually I droped it from it's case buy mistake.. and it slamed on it's front.. then on it's back.. i was affraid to open my eyes at the begining.. but then .. i was shoked.. there was Not a single scratch... and i do not beleive it till now!
Value
i baught my guitar for 450$ ( i live in lebanon ) and epiphones and gibsons are really expensive in here.. but this guitar worth way more than 450$ , it should be somewhere arround 800+
for this price.. it's the best guitar in the market.
Manufacturer Support
have no idea.
The Wow Factor
actually i dream bout having a Gibson Les-paul Supreme , but this one is a les-paul too .. have the Les-paul Tone .. the look.. the prestige.. the original color of a les-paul , so i do not think that i'll buy a new guitar unless it was the Gibson les-paul supreme.
Musical Background:
Active musician
Musical Style:
Rock ,chill out music.
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Submitted January 8, 2005 by a customer from aol.com
"BEST GUITAR ON THE FACE OF THE EARTH!!"
I think this baby'll last about another 5-6 years.. then i'm getting the same one again and again and again!
Sound
The sound on this product is out of this world!! i love it
Features
the strings dont snap.. the neck isn't too thin but not too thick.. it didn't come in a pack but the guitar its self is just as good!
Quality
To be honest with you... i droped this guitar several times and it didn't break, its almost like its made out of steel!!(in a good way)
Value
I think that it was well worth the money, even compared to the other guitars.
Manufacturer Support
The people i talked to were wonderful... they told me everything about this product, and it was as easy as pie to order it, i had it to my house and was playing it in no time.
The Wow Factor
This is probobly the most attractive guitar i've ever seen. I couldn't believe my eyes when i saw that guitar and saw the price under it... i though there was a mistake in the price.
Musical Background:
hobbyist
Musical Style:
classic rock
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Submitted December 26, 2008 by a customer from yahoo.com
"The EPILP100 review (epiphone les paul 100)"
The guitar is just simply great.
Sound
The sound of this epiphone is problay one of the best in the fleet of les pauls. The disadvantage of the sound of the guitar is the bolt-on neck, that is what makes the guitar go out if tune.
Features
I LOVE how the neck of the guitar is really thin so that it is easyer to play those really hard notes and cords.
Ease of Use
All i have to say is that the guitar is perfect for anything.
Quality
The quality of this product is perfect but the bolt-on neck. But i dont like how it shows vintage starburst and how the guitar color is black and orange, but the real color is brown and orange. So i was a little dissapointed.
Value
This guitar really should be like 600$ but this is a great affordable price.
Manufacturer Support
I got this for christmas so....
The Wow Factor
This guitar to me is a real eye-catcher and so far i love the feel.
Musical Style:
Rock, Alternative, Jazz
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Submitted November 25, 2003 by a customer from comcast.net
"This guitar is really good in every way. You can't go wrong with this!"
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I think I will be happy with this guitar for my life! any other new guitars I'll ever get will be a Les Paul. They really are my dream guitars.
Sound
this sounds so perfect, but i might not be the best at knowing, all i've had my whole life are bad guitars that cost about 100 dollars, but i think it is really good.
Features
I think this comes with all the accessories you need, if your gonna get this guitar, then you must already have all the other things, and you must be pretty expirienced already.
Quality
This guitar is good quality. It is tough and easy to use, the ride is good, but i have sometimes had trouble pushing the strings hard enough during a solo.
Value
This had a good selling price. I know some people who got this exact guitar for over $1,000. but this was really cheap, especially for a les paul.
Manufacturer Support
This site is great, they delivered to me in two days when i didn't even order the fast delivery, so they deliver quickly, and ordering is so easy to do.
The Wow Factor
I love the colors.They are all so cool. Online they might not look so good, but when u see it, they are all really awesome looking!
Musical Style:
my style of music is punk-rock and emo punk
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Submitted November 14, 2012 by Star Fish
"This is much, much, much better than Telecaster!"
I was many years user of a Telecaster. I never trusted the glued in neck. Fender was the best and the only choice. It was...
But than I found this guitar. It looks better than Tele, it sounds beter than Tele, playing on the neck is better than on Tele's neck.
OK. This guitar is not for everyone. If it sounds bad, it is probably problem of wrong strings, or the wrong hands of the player...
Musical Background:
I was playing music proffesionaly from middle of 90's. Now I'm only hobbist.
Musical Style:
Rock.
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Submitted April 28, 2011 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Buy one if u want something just like a real Les Paul this guitar is worth the money !!!!!"
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Sound
This guitar will help me record and great sounding and I will be recording in two bands with this guitar!!!! The Sound is Epic and heavy
Features
The features are great awesome vintage sunburst color and the pickups are great!!!!!
Manufacturer Support
ZZounds is a great place to get a guitar for low price with for monthly payments
Musical Background:
great for both of my bands
Musical Style:
Heavy Metal/Hard Rock
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Submitted November 1, 2003 by a customer from hotmail.com
"Pleasantly Surprised"
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I tihnk after a while, I might be frustratred with the fuzziness of the Epiphone pickups, so I might upgrade to a different pickup , but other than that I think i would be satisfied with this guitar for a long time to come.
Sound
For the Price, this guitar has great sound. Typical Epiphone fuzziness on the distrotion, though, but nothing too fuzzy. Sounds fairly fat , much deeper than I first expected.
Features
The Humbuckers are a higher output then the ones on the LP Special II, and a higher output then any of the lower model Ibanez or Fender beginner/intermediate guiats have. The only complaint for me is that the Toggle Switch sometimes cuts out when you change from Rhythm to Treble or vice versa. Its nothing that can't be fixed though, its just an annoyance.
Quality
There are a few things I might change, but this is again typical of Epiphone. Its not a Gibson, don't expect that. I'm worried about that toggle switch issue until i get it fixed, but other than that, im not worried. It is pretty sturdy and its not going to fall apart on you. Just be wary of the Epiphone product, you have to do some tweaking to it to get it just right in the end.
Value
For a beginner/ intermediate level guitar, this is a good one, Gives you all the normalities of a Les Paul, just take away the name Gibson amd tone down some of the Quality of a 1000 dollar guitar. But for 250.00, this guitar smokes everything else out there.
Manufacturer Support
I'll give them the benefit of the doubt, never had to deal with them
The Wow Factor
It looks like a real Les Paul, who wouldnt want that? The finish is a little scrappy, but its nothing major.
Musical Style:
Rock, Classic Rock, Ska
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Submitted April 8, 2008 by a customer from gmail.com
"BEST GUITAR EVER!!!"
There's nothing to say besides, IT'S PERFECT!!!!
Sound
I've had this guitar for about five months and I love it. The sound is awesome, and it's really good with a Marshall 30 Watt amp. Especially the distortion, and maybe a distortion pedal also, and this thing sounds like a shredding machine. I love playing every minute of it and the sound rocks.
Features
I love having the four knobs so I can change the distortion, sound, and everything. I also love the rhythm and treble options, and when you move it back and forth slow then fast it sounds like a Jimi Hendrix song. It has amazing features. I also like the pick guard on it, it completes the look. But it would be cooler if it had the pieces of mother of pearl on the fret board.
Ease of Use
I love playing every minute of the guitar, I've never had any problems with the guitar, I just sit down, switch it to treble and plug it and go on playing.
Quality
The product was made very well. There are absolutely no loose parts or anything to made this guitar bad at all. I plan on using this guitar for about 3-4 more years, and then buy a real Gibson Les Paul.
Value
I bought this guitar in a beginners thing, and it came with a 15 watt tube amp, cord, tuner, picks, strap and a gig bag. I bought it for like $300.00, but it was on sale, and it originally cost like $400.00, and I think it is well worth the money.
Manufacturer Support
Never had to use it yet and hope not to anytime soon.
The Wow Factor
My friends are really jealous of my guitar cause they have wimpy ones compared to this, and the girls love it.
Musical Background:
play for fun
Musical Style:
Punk Rock, Emo, Screamo, Alternative
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Submitted July 12, 2007 by a customer from hotmail.com
"Great Guitar"
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Sound
Its i has a nice clean LP sound expecially for the price you pay for it
Features
It has all the awesome features of a gibson les paul with awesome cream colored pickguard and gold nobs
Ease of Use
Its easy to play but is a little bit heavy
YES it has the Les Paul signiture
Quality
Product seems to be stable the finish on it is amazing! and was deffinanlty worth the price
Value
Great sound, great features = Great PRICE!
Manufacturer Support
IDK but i am sure it is good
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Classic Rock, Metal
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Submitted April 26, 2008 by a customer from hotmail.com
"get it absolutely amazing makes ur frends jealous"
im getting a new lp custom this christmas but ill continue to use it
Sound
this thing is amazing 4 the price i mean it was 295 euro's so its pretty cheap but god it sounds nice.i play it through a roland micro cube and 4 live perfomances use a zoom g2 1u and u no wat ive the 2nd best guitar in my school and the 1st is an 800 euro well according to the guy who owns that guitar.treble pickup great 4 riffs . rythm great 4 solos
Features
im givin it 9 cos it doesnt hav trepezoid inlays nd green tuners
Ease of Use
easy 2 get great sounds from any amp
Quality
1 of the knobs fell off but glued it bk on.i wud use it 4 shows also
Value
amazing value even though its not even the standard
Manufacturer Support
never used it yet
The Wow Factor
cherry sunburst amazing i see my face in it
Musical Background:
active muscian.if has anything to do wit guitar ill do it
Musical Style:
classic rock,punk,metal
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Submitted February 2, 2014 by a customer from gmail.com in Northern, NY
"looking for less weight "
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Hi folks . Reviews are not my thing but I thought i might drop a line or two on this Epiphone LP 100 . As the title states I was looking for less weight . I have an American Standard Telecaster I bought in 1999 . Its been waiting patiently fo me to play it for a few years now . Well the wife got me Rocksmith 2014 and out came the Tele . Now this thing is a beauty but it weighs in at around 22 pounds and when your not use to it it can be somewhat uncomfortable in a short time at this old guys age . So I started looking for something lighter . Why not check into the guitars ya see in Rocksmith 2014 . Ended up looking at this Epiphone LP100 which weighed like 10 lbs lighter then my Tele . For 250 dollars I figured it would make a good bang around guitar . What I got was more then I expected . This guitar is very easy playing ,lite weight and comfortable to sit with for a few hours plunking away . Even the finish is very nice on this guitar . I have that tobacco color sunburst one . If your looking for a bang around guitar this is one quality piece that you will end up not wanting to bang up to much but will love playing it . Well worth the dollars spent in my opinion . ( 4 star manufactuer support is only a guess . Haven't dealt with them )
Musical Background:
hobby player at home
Musical Style:
rock ,country , blues
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Submitted October 20, 2012 by Steve R in Walker, LA
"Dont be fooled by the cheap price!"
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Very well packaged, both from epiphone and zzounds. arrived very quickly. no blemishes at all on mine. vintage sunburst. string action a little high, adjusted, perfect now.Factory string gauge is .010 to .046. will use old one's for now. Beautifull craftsmanship on mine. Made in Indonesia sticker on mine. Had 1999 ebony epiphone studio Les Paul,but I was stupid and got rid of it. It was also an Indonesian made one that was very nice. This model 100 feels even better than it. Weell made ,low price, excellent bargain for the money. Order you one ,I dont see how you coul be disappointed.
Musical Background:
I am just a novice that enjoys listening and playing guitar.
Musical Style:
all styles
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Submitted February 5, 2014 by JEFF M in TUCSON, AZ
"Epiphone Les Paul 100"
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I love this guitar! I am just learning to play and this guitar had a lot going for it: it was in my price range, I love the classic rock n roll styling and the Epiphone name is one you can trust. PLUS ZZounds shipped it super fast so I was playing right away!
Musical Background:
Just starting on guitar.
Musical Style:
ROCK.
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Submitted February 23, 2008 by a customer from yahoo.com
"It's bittersweet."
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Sound
Sounds good.
Features
The switch broke. D:
Quality
Came in with a broken string and scratches. It was already past the warranty, so I could not return it or exchange it for another one. I had to buy a replacement string, and deal with the ugly scratches. And a few months after I bought it the switch broke so I can only play it on rhythm. I was not pleased. I'm really considering sending it back, but I threw out the paper.
Value
It was a good price, but I wish I received one in better shape. Kinda killed the excitement for my first guitar.
Manufacturer Support
I haven't called support, although I probably should.
The Wow Factor
Very attractive.
Musical Background:
I'm learning.
Musical Style:
alternative rock
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Submitted September 29, 2012 by Richard Merry in Fairdale, KY
"Epiphone Les Paul 100"
I've owned this guitar for 2 weeks now, and cannot put it away, It plays like the expensive ones. I recommend this for the budget minded that want a professional looking and sounding electric Les Paul.
Musical Background:
I have been playing off and on since 1966
Musical Style:
all types
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Submitted February 18, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com
"The Greatest Deal You Will Ever Find!"
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i love the guitar so much that i probly wouldnt buy another one unless I saved up a lot of money for a Gibson.
Sound
This Epiphone has a great solid bluesy rock sound with great sustain and great response. You can pretty much just play your emotions through this guitar. It's great for any style of music also.
Features
You can use the pickup switch and tone knobs to alter the sound of the guitar to pretty much anything.
Ease of Use
This guitar can produce smooth bluesy tones, crisp cutting rock licks, or hard core powerful metal tones.
Quality
This is a very sturdy guitar, very well put together and will last a lifetime.
Value
The price on this guitar is cheaper than anywhere else i've looked.
Manufacturer Support
Epiphone is very easy to deal with and will help you out with any problem you might come accross.
The Wow Factor
A Les Paul is my dream guitar, and since i'm short on cash, i got a great deal that sounds beautiful.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist, Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Blues, Occasional Metal
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Submitted January 18, 2007 by a customer from aol.com
"THIS GUITAR IS AWESOME!"
I love the sound and build of this guitar, it looks great, feels great, and overall, is great.
Sound
Add in a whammy bar!
Features
perfect
Ease of Use
im experienced, so its easy for me, but has a great feel to it.
Quality
awesome, great finish, awesome build, perfect
Value
awesome, just simply awesome, a lil expensive for my wallet though.
Manufacturer Support
no response, i dont OWN one
The Wow Factor
god damn sexy
Musical Background:
"Active Musician"
Musical Style:
"New Wave, Classic Rock"
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Submitted January 22, 2009 by a customer from aol.com
"If you have enough money,BUY THIS GUITAR!!!!!!"
This guitar will be worth everything that you put into it,i would recommend this guitar to everyone i possibly know,its just that amazing.and it even looks cool if you take off the pick guard!
Sound
the sound on this guitar is just simply amazing,since i have a (rare) red one,mine came with Aninco Pro-2 pickups,which is just wat i wanted,because its they're the same pickups that slash used!!!.there r no sound flaws since i got it 2 years ago.its probably the best sounding guitar that ive ever gotten for this price range.
Features
i honestly love this guitars features,mainly because of the amazing neck it has,its just so easy to play with.but i wanted a guitar with the trapazoid fretts,but then again i luv that they r not trapazoid frets because i wanted a guitar that was different from the rest of mine,and i own a 1956 Goldtop lespaul,a slash signature gold top lespaul,and a lespaul custom.so i love the features on this guitar.
Ease of Use
there isnt much to say about the ease of use since its just amazing,but what i can say is if you are planning on getting a guitar that is just mind blowing,but you cant afford a gibson,i would totally recommend this guitar to you,and the manual for this guitar tells you pretty much everything you need to know about it.
Quality
this guitar is made pretty well,i love the nice,thick mahogany finsih on it,and like i said earliar,you will just fall in love with the feel of the neck,the only bad thing about it is that if you touch your guitar alot,and you like to keep it nice and clean,you will keep on having to wipe it off,and polish it (but not that much,only about 1-2 a year).so if you treat this guitar nicely,it might last you about 15-35 years!
Value
this guitar is worth every cent u put into it!!
Manufacturer Support
all i have to say for this is,if you need support or any stuff like that,just call up Epiphone,and they will handle the rest!
The Wow Factor
seriously,how the heck would you not want this guitar! its awesome!
Musical Background:
Lead Vocalist/Lead guitar, of my band
Musical Style:
Rock,Pop,and Alternative
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Submitted October 28, 2007 by a customer from gbpackersfan.com
"Quality Isn't Cheap"
This would be a good starter guitar. If you have the money, put it towards a better quality instrument. They never lose value and I would take less then I payed for to unload this LP-100.
Sound
The humbuckers have a pretty decent tone with good sustain.
Features
I got the ebony model and the finish was nice. It's a lot lighter then my other gibson's probably due to the cheaper wood. I like the fact you can make adjustments with a flat-head screwdriver and not wrenches.
Quality
When I got this gutar delivered the action and intonation were all messed up. A few weeks later some of the frets started coming loose. I took it to a tech and he replaced one fret and re-set the other loose ones. He warned me this was a temporary fix and down the road I could expect more fret problems. Afterwards he straightened the neck and set up the action correctly. This made the thing at least playable but it doesn't stay in tune good.
Value
I took this guitar up to the lake so I could practice away from home. If it gets broken, stolen or someone throws it in the fire I'll live. You get what you pay for. I wish I would have saved the money for something made in the USA.
Musical Background:
active
Musical Style:
rock,country
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Submitted April 7, 2012 by james s
"epiphone les paul 100"
i bought this guitar as i could'n afford a gibson very pleased with the result dissappoited that it did't come with a case but it did come with a lead. Good sound from the humbucher pick ups it's a good starting guitar for beginners or well experiened players the glossy ebony finish is great very easy to play. I have giged with this guitar around the world without a backup its holding up well.
Musical Background:
20 years
Musical Style:
heavy metal rock
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Submitted May 18, 2006 by a customer from earthlink.net
"GREAT SOUND, BORING LOOK, a cheap Jimmy Page guitar"
The Sound is the best thing that I like about this baby. the least is the
look!!! A Very boring appeal.:(
Sound
THIS GUITAR HAS ONE OF THE BEST SOUNDS EVER!!!!!! The rythym pickup
ruins it to make it 10 out of 10.
Ease of Use
Its SOOOO easy to get from a very LOOOOOW sound to a pitchy and screaming
voice!!
Quality
The Humbuckers got brown very quickly, and the fretboard gets very
dirty easily! But everything else rocks!!
Value
The Best price you can get for this guitar!!!!!!!
The Wow Factor
The look is kind of cheap. Dots, a normal "typical" Jimmy Page color.
And has nothing really SHOCKING about its look.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Classic/Hard Rock
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Submitted January 23, 2007 by XXX
"GREAT BUY FOR BEGINNERS!!"
i was disapointed some what by the pickups but that was all
Sound
it's obviously a great buy but also a beginners guitar, the main problem is this guitar has horrible sustain, but exellent quality compared to other guitars such as deans
Features
everything was great exept for one thing, that being the pickup switch, the plastic top on the peice broke right off but that was the only major error
Ease of Use
it's all aound good but as i already said still a beginners guitar, a little rough when affects are used
Quality
it's an epiphone you figure it out
Value
amazing for the price kills, anything in it's range
Manufacturer Support
i gave it a five because thats obviously the mdeian and i havent had any problems i needed to call in for
The Wow Factor
it's a les paul it's a great looking guitar
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Heavy Metal & Rock N Roll
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Submitted November 22, 2004 by a customer from hotmail.com
"i would recamend it to everyone who plays guitar."
im going to keep this guitar forever.
Sound
This guitar is sick. it has everything u want and more.
Features
the product didnt include anything. i probobly would have been mad if the guitar didnt sound so sweet so i wasnt unhappy.
Quality
its made alright buy i dont like the bolt neck.
Value
The product is definently worth every penie.
Manufacturer Support
this is my first epiphone and im not disapointed.
The Wow Factor
this is a very sexy guitar.
Musical Background:
guitarist in a band
Musical Style:
Punk, Screamo
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Submitted October 30, 2007 by a customer from aim.com
"Great guitar for begginers"
Great guitar for the begginer, defineately suggest it if you just begging to play
Sound
Good sound for its price, just started playing, my first and only guitar, but ive used much nicer ones, and it holds up to them, especially for the price
Features
dont no nething much about the feautres, not very experienced
Ease of Use
Very easy to use for a beginner, it was easy to tune and just start playing
Quality
Ive owned it for a little over a month, and its held up very well
Value
Best guitar for its price i could find
Manufacturer Support
Havnt had to use it, but im sure its very good like everything else with the guitar
Musical Background:
Begginer
Musical Style:
rock
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Submitted March 27, 2008 by a customer from hotmail.com
"AMAZING!!"
Great buy if your looking for either something to start out with but will last you a VERY long time. I'm looking to use this for at least 3 maybe 4 years after this. The ONLY problem with it is that the from glossy finish that is on it can scratch if your not careful, but simply buying a fitted case can fix that (not that expecive)
Sound
AMZIZIZIZNG SOUND!!!!! Even with the standard pick-ups it has an amazing tone to it. Stick it with an amp that can have versatility (i know, i spelled that wrong) you can get some pretty sick tones.
Features
The four knobs you need to make the sound you want PLUS a switch to go from rythem to treble and thats pretty much all that you need
Ease of Use
Plug it in, pick your tone, start jammin'
Quality
Sturdy, well built and can go through some tough stuff
Value
It's only 250 bucks!!! Ya can't go wrong there. There are too many guitars out there that are more expesive but yet, not as good of quality
Manufacturer Support
Never used it, but i'll give them the benifit of the doubt
The Wow Factor
GREAT LOOK! Some people don't like the pick-guard on the front, but that can be taken off it you want and it still looks great! I got mine in a cherry burst finish and it is sweet. My friends girlfriend was starring at my axe more than her boyfriend its that great!
Musical Background:
Hobbyist, In a Band so active musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Punk Rock, Heavy Rock
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Submitted April 2, 2004 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Great sounding axe"
Likes = Nice tone from pickups. I put a tone control coil tap on them and can got from single-coil to dual-coil hum bucker with a turn of my tone controls. Now I get 8 different sounds instead of 3. Some Jimmy Page Les Paul
Musical Style:
progressive metal,hard rock, blues
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Submitted February 19, 2017 by Jasper W in Atlanta, GA
"Best Guitar For The Price, Period"
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Its just simply the best looking, sounding, feeling guitar you can get for under 300, I am overly pleased with it. Came in 2 days, no damages, whole ordering and shipping process could not have been better. If you're looking for a guitar for under 300 stop right now because you found it, just pick a color and go
Musical Background:
I've been producing hip hop/trap/house beats using software for about 4 years and sell them through my youtube page
Musical Style:
hip-hop
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Submitted November 11, 2007 by a customer from hotmail.com
"ROCK N PLUCK with dis Guitar!"
Its a good guitar to begin with n a very nice guitar t o show off to all ur friends :D
Sound
The sound is pretty damn good...from the acoustic rythm to the heavy metal treble sounds very very good...
Features
Dis guitar looks like my idol slash's signature les paul standard...mine is the vintage sunburst so it looks exactly the same....the only thing is it dosent hav a whammy bar and the wood sratches easily...
Ease of Use
Its very easy to use...juz plug n play...very good
Quality
The paints job is very very nice indeed....this product probaly u keep not wanna bring anywhere u like coz its kindda fragile...a tiny little scatch n u can see it very clearly...
Value
Cheap n nice....10 stars
Manufacturer Support
Nope havent met any epiphone dudes....
Musical Background:
Musician
Musical Style:
Rock,Heavy metal
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Submitted August 13, 2009 by a customer from yahoo.com
"OMFG!!!!! this guitar ROCKS BUY ONE BUY ONE NOW NOW NOW"
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this will last years i am putting all my money into this baby i am going to put some nice gold humbuckers in this baby and mabey a paint job
Sound
the sound is amazing i have a crate v18 112 amp and with the perfect gain and reverb its sounds like god when i was buying it i felt bad o this is a cheap epiphone it must sound like crap i was blown away the tone the feel the look i couldnt believe it i felt as though i had a $1000 guitar in my hand it was perfect for palm muting and the rich sound if i was behind a curtain and i pick up a gibson and then the epiphone you wouldnt be able to tell which is which. the only thing that i dont like is the bolt on neck but if you think about it what if it breaks you can replace it you cant do that with a built in neck SO HAHAHA!!!
Features
mine just came in a box but they should come with a strap
Ease of Use
the neck is so perfect mine holds tune for a while the feel of the neck was so great if i could i would buy another but in a different color like ebony im in a punk rock band and my friend has a strat and it doesnt even compare it dominates im always yellin at him more distortion and tellin him to switch tone and i cant match the sounds my guitar dominates
Quality
great and durable well worth over $1000 if you have a mind you would get this the sound is so rich it could handle blues, rock, classic, metal, hard rock, with the right pedal i have a ZOOM i could make it do anything the humbuckers are great and there is barely feedback, i dropped it down a few steps cause my strap broke i screamed like a little girl a was ready to see pieces and then get hit from my dad but no this thing held not even a scratch and later i dropped it againg i almost peed but again nothing its like its made from steel and it pretty light i think 10 pounds little more
Value
welll worth over$1000
Manufacturer Support
i ordered my first one i opened it and the neck was broke now i was very angry but they have a warrantee and they told me to return it through the mail and they will send a new one now the next day i got home from school and i had not sent it back yet though there was another box on my porch they sent another one in a day before i sent the first one back it was crazy i was twice as happy!!!
The Wow Factor
if you have a brain and some money buy this guitar it is they best im have seven guitars i have a Gibson ES 120T and it blows it away. dont be an idiot buy this one you know you want it!!!!
Musical Background:
Punk Rock band
Musical Style:
LEd Zeppelin is my favorite pretty much Metal, Rock, And Puck, but blues and jazz are good ...it doesnt matter what music you li
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Submitted December 23, 2011 by a customer from yahoo.com
"This was my second Epi. My first was a strat style body from the late 80's. Craftmanship and quality was awsom on that late 80's"
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Shipped it back. If I kept it and it was stolen I'd buy a different brand.
Sound
Sound is ok stock if you do not get a warped neck. Neck was twisted left to right.Not bowed. 6th string fret buzz when played open.
Features
Seperate tone and volume controls.
Ease of Use
Cannot get great sound with a warped neck.
Quality
Pickups were practically falling out of guitar. Again I will mention the warped neck. Action was high maybe due to factory trying to eliminate fret buzz.
Value
There are much better built guitars out there in this price range. Atleast from my experience anyway. Ibanez,Yamaha,Dean, Jackson, even Squier.
Manufacturer Support
Did not deal with Epi. Sent guitar back to Zz for a refund.
The Wow Factor
Nope once owning it and handling it I realized it was a very shoddy piece of work.
Musical Background:
25yrs. Guitar, and Bass.
Musical Style:
Rock,Blues,Metal
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Submitted April 16, 2017 by grandpa love in dodge city, KS
"not bad"
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had to return the 1st one crooked head stock 2nd one was awesome but 1 week after the 45 days the toggle switch quit working and was wired backwards now have to send to an epi authorized dealer zzounds would do nothing but all in all i would buy another one this thing cranks
Musical Background:
30 yrs
Musical Style:
rock
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Submitted December 27, 2006 by a customer from hotmail.com
""Not The Best...""
I would say, don't get this guitar. With 415$ You can get a really decent G-400, or any other Epiphones! I really didn't like how you could NOT get a led zeppelin tone, I mean man les pauls are supposed to give Led Zeppelin tones!!!!
Sound
When I picked up the Les Paul 100 at Long & Mcquade, I thought in my mind "Led Zeppelin Tone!", so I really urged to plug it in and start playing some Led Zeppelin songs & such. When I plugged it in, I went and set the settings to what I would set them to get the Led Zeppelin tone, and then I started playing Bring It On Home by Led Zeppelin. I was disappointed but how I could NOT achieve the Led Zeppelin tone, on a Les Paul 100! The Les Paul 100 could not achieve a wide range of tones, and I was disappointed.
Features
The guitar had a pickguard, goldtophat knobs, chrome grover tuners, and a gold bridge / stopbar&tailpiece. I like what the guitar had came with, made it had the same stuff as a les paul standard would have.
Ease of Use
Easy of use was alright. Like usual it was hard to reach the higher frets on any les paul, but for some reason, it was really hard to just simply slide/glide my hand across the fretboard, the gloss/finish would grip and stop my hand from sliding, so I would have to take my hand off the neck and then move to the higher frets.
Quality
Not the best Epiphone I've seen. I found that the toggle switch was very loose, and jiggled alot, same with some of the tuner plates. I would say this les paul would be pretty fragile, but I guess that's cause its a les paul. It was lighter than the usual les pauls, which I really like, and the frets were accurate.
Value
I am really disappointed with how expensive this Les Paul 100 is, when you can get a rock beast Epiphone G-400 for just 40$ more of so. I really had though this les paul could've been cheaper..
Manufacturer Support
N/A
The Wow Factor
I found this les paul 100, REALLY ugly in my opinion. It had dots as the fret inlays, there was no Les Paul signature on the headstock, the finish was boring ol wood with UGLY red finish around it, they didnt fit each other, and the knobs and pickguard did NOT stick out.
Musical Background:
Experienced Guitarist
Musical Style:
Classic Rock, Oldies
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Submitted June 20, 2007 by a customer from gmail.com
"A solid choice - buy it, now!"
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If it were stolen, I would be upset. I would probably replace it. Epi case is nice, too.
Sound
Nice warm LP sounds emanate from this beauty. Unbelievable considering the price.
Features
Hey, it's an LP copy! It's got strings, knobs in all the right places, and it even came with a cable. Waddayawant for this price?
Ease of Use
Was almost in tune when I unpacked it. A couple of quick tweaks and we were noodling along. Yes, the interface is intuitive...
Quality
Once again, IT'S A LP KNOCK-OFF... Waddayawant for this amount of money? The quality far exceeds it's price range.
Value
WOW! What a value. Can't beat it.
Manufacturer Support
Dunno, but hear they are responsive. Because I believe in the postive potential of all humans and prefer to give people the benefit of the doubt, I'll give 'em a 10 and hope they live up to it.
The Wow Factor
I like it. That's why I bought it. Your mileage may vary.
Musical Background:
hobby - noodling with gutars for 20+ years
Musical Style:
classic rock, southern rock, psychadelic rock, texas swing, blues
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Submitted November 4, 2007 by a customer from ntlworld,.com
Epiphone Les Paul 100 Customer Review
The guitar is pretty good and is comfortable to hold.
Sound
Pretty good sound, good for beginners.
Features
It came with a cable and that was it.
Ease of Use
Just plug it in and play away.
Quality
It is very easily scatched and dented, also the wood is weak, I once was playing standing up, and the strap button just came straight ou to the wood.
Value
This is great for beginners.
Manufacturer Support
It took a while to come, and when it did come, it was covered in scratches all over the back so we phoned them and they said they would pick it up, in the end they forgot so I had to wait 4 weeks for a new one.
The Wow Factor
I always have liked the look of Les Pauls, as they are very basic looking.
Musical Background:
I do it as a hobby but am starting a band soon.
Musical Style:
Rock and roll, Blues.
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Submitted November 18, 2017 by Rudy A in Cochran, GA
"Epiphone Les Paul 100 Electric Guitar, Vintage Sunburst"
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I ordered this guitar. It came on time. Worked three days when the volume control on the bottom two knobs quit working. I was told that I had to take it to an Epiphone dealer to have it repaired. There is not one anywhere within 100 miles of my location. After looking at the neck of the guitar I discovered a crack at the head and neck on the left side. After a couple months it had gotten larger and now is visible on the other side of the head. It appears that it was damaged in shipment or before shipment. I failed to examine the guitar upon receipt. The warranty is no good for accidents and I'm sure they would classify this as an accident. BE SURE TO EXAMINE YOUR PURCHASES VERY CLOSE. Very disappointed.
Musical Background:
Beginner
Musical Style:
Western
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Submitted September 16, 2008 by a customer from hotmail.com
"LES PAUL 100, A BEAUTY!"
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best guitar eva.
Sound
its so amazing what you can do with this guitar......
Features
yea, it had some amazing pickups and the white pickguard looks amazing!!!! :)
Ease of Use
if you have a amp with effects and you know how to use them , it sounds great!
Quality
this baby will last for a life time, but i decided not to get black cus it swows all the smudges, and on the road, you need a case for it
Value
only 250 bux for a lp? amazingggggg
Manufacturer Support
ill give a ten. havent used them, but heard there great
The Wow Factor
ITS A BEAUTY
Musical Background:
active guitarist and pianoist
Musical Style:
alternitive
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Submitted September 4, 2007 by a customer from hotmail.com
"Good, pretty cheap guitar."
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good guitar, much better than my squuire strat was. oticeably different is weight than a gibson, because it is made of cheaper material, but it is also much cheaper in price.
Sound
the sound is great especially for its price. it sounds just as good as my buddy's gibson les paul studio.
Features
2 volume and 2 tone knobs are pretty much all any guitar player will ever need.
Ease of Use
highly playable. the myth of it being much harder for harmonics on a les paul guitar is only true because i believed it. choose not to believe and you can do them fine.
Quality
brother broke a strong on it on day one while i was at work... what a butthole. one of the volume knobs also loosened up and wobbles a bit and the A strings gets out of tune very easily.
Value
it will last la long time. no matter how good you get at guitar it will never feel like an inferior product unless you for some reason felt embarrassed that it wasn't a gibson.
Manufacturer Support
havn't dealt with it, but it was great for a bass i bought a while back
The Wow Factor
black and tan looks pretty damn sweet i must say. i wanted white with a black pick guard to be honest but i will take black as well.
Musical Background:
Musician, Hobbyist, Singer, Guitarist, Bassist, Pianist, Dabbler
Musical Style:
Rock, Metal, Alternative, Experimental, etc.
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Submitted May 12, 2011 by a customer from windstream.net
"Keep rocking and just make your guitars sing out the blues"
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forever
Sound
Just received this les paul today and I have to say they are a 100% right.Looks just like a standard and the sound is the same.If you don't have alot of money right now "BUY IT" you won't be sorry.I also ordered the epiphone les paul case for it the guitar fits real nice and no movement but the case is about 2 inches to long.But the body of the guitar fits real tight with no movement.I'm sure you can find a case shorter so the neck and head fits to the end of the case.This is a very good investment for me until i grauate to a gibson les paul then I will order one that includes the case.
Features
no accessories included,great meterials used in making this les paul with great eye for details.
Ease of Use
I'm just a beginner and have a long way to get where I can make the guitar sing the blues but will be there one day.
Quality
Vert well made with very good detail was taken when making this.
Value
very well worth every penny that i spent Don.t let get out but the guitar is worth more then they ask for it.
Manufacturer Support
N/A
The Wow Factor
I give a 10 on everything you asked me in this section of questions
Musical Background:
hobbyist-beginner
Musical Style:
Blues,country rock,country,old time rock and roll
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Submitted May 28, 2007 by a customer from aol.com
"Pretty good for what its worth."
I expect to be with this git fiddle for a good long while. I always supplement my gear. I will definatley wear this thing out, Les Pauls are just meant to be that way. If it was stolen, i'd either replace it or, if I could afford it, get a better Les Paul.
Sound
I was pretty satisfied with the clean sound it puts out, with the chords coming out clean and clean solos sounding smooth. Wasn't very satisfied with the bridge humbucker for heavier distorted sound, but thats easy to fix with a Seymour Duncan or EMG humbucker. But all in all, pretty good sound for the price it is.
Features
Its a Les Paul, so I was pleased that it had the stuff a Les Paul should have.
Ease of Use
I love the action on this axe. Solos are a breeze to play on this thing, and rythms are just as easy. Goes out of tune from time to time, but if you got a good tone ear, that souldn't be too much of a problem.
Quality
For 260 bucks, its made pretty good. I got the cherry sunburst, and I was very satisfied with the finish paint job. Pretty dependable for how much its worth. Haven't used it in any shows yet, but I would definatley use this, no doubt about it. Also seems it takes damage pretty well.
Value
Was worth for what I bought it for, and haven't found anything in its price range that could beat it.
Manufacturer Support
Only upgrade i've done on this thing was taking out the orignal bridge humbucker and put in a Duncan humbucker in its place.
The Wow Factor
For a person being on a budget, and it being a Les Paul, it appealed to me pretty well.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Heavy Metal, Punk Rock, Blues, Outlaw Country
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Submitted March 25, 2006 by awall12272aol.com
"Great guitar for the cash"
If you want a Les Paul and can't afford a Gibson, the Epiphones are the next best thing. I would recommend
Sound
the overall sound that I get out of this guitar is great
Features
The overall feel is really good. Not too bad for a bolt on neck.
Ease of Use
The neck pick up gives you some real beefy tones for chords and the bridge pick up gives you the little extra bite for solos if you need it.
Quality
The finish look great. The bolt on neck is the only thing I do not like though it does not compromise the quality of the guitar.
Value
This instrumentis worth every penny.
Musical Background:
hobbyist
Musical Style:
rock, blues
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Submitted February 21, 2007 by a customer from AOL.com
"FOR BEGINNERS WHO DON'T HAVE ENOUGH $ FOR ANYTHING BETTER ONLY!!!!"
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Bad for anyone other than beginners. As I said, pickups die, pickup control falls off, and the amp jack comes loose.
Sound
Hard to get a good sound. Pickups die out occasionally.
Features
The pickup control switch stopped working and fell off after a few months. Pickups don't work all the time.
Ease of Use
Not a very big range of sounds.
Quality
amp jack comes loose a lot and switchs fell off.
Value
Fair price. Good for beginners i geuss.
Manufacturer Support
didn't bother contacting them.
The Wow Factor
sort of ugly.
Musical Style:
Rock
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Submitted April 10, 2008 by a customer from yahoo
"STOP LOOKING AND BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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the best guitar ive ever owned
Sound
dis thang rocks!!it sounds like heaven with my line6 spiderIII amp.
Features
its a great guitar that comes cord.
Ease of Use
the 60's neck fits my hand perfectly, and the frets make playing so much more comfortable.
Quality
it is made awesome and has no blemishes
Value
it seems like it should be more expensive cuz it sounds wonderful
Manufacturer Support
havn't needed it
The Wow Factor
i got the vintage sunburst and it looks sooo much better than the the picture
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Submitted September 20, 2018 by David Johnson in Irving, TX
"Sweeter Than Sweet"
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I own the Ebony LP 100. It is everything an LP should be. I wouldn't sale, trade or give this guitar to anyone. I don't even allow anyone to hold it. This may sound strange, I slept with it until I got a case for it. I lover this guitar.
Musical Background:
I am in the process of learning to play. i'm a 83 years old man who loves guitars. I collect.
Musical Style:
I am strickley a country person
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Submitted August 1, 2007 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Pleasantly Surprised by this awesome guitar"
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I expected a nice looking but mostly average guitar. But I am happy to say that it is much more than I expected. Though it may not be as 'great' as some other guitars I've played it is a great value for a wonderful instrument.
Sound
Very good sound for a low to medium priced guitar... bought this for my brother as a gift and he is in love with it and says it is better than his higher priced (800 appx) tele.
Features
I've never owned a Les Paul before this and I have to say the features are very impressive. I love the treble/rhythm switch.
Ease of Use
Very easy to use. Works very well with a few distortion pedals and wah. Once you get the fell for the adjustments it is easy as can be. the high e broke the first day, but it was fairly easy to replace and retune.
Quality
Great finish. Love the cream pick guard and gold knobs. Seems very sturdy and could be a great instrument for many years to come.
Value
A beautiful instrument with fantastic sound for a low price... you can;t beat that.
Manufacturer Support
I have never owned a les paul but I do own an Explorer by Epiphone. I have never had any problems with the guitar but would expect them to be very helpful.
The Wow Factor
The Les Paul has always been one of my favorite looking guitars. Also so many great guitar artists have used this as their primary tool over the years. plus the finish is great.
Musical Background:
Musician, Hobbyist, Singer, Guitrist, Bassist, Pianist, Dabbler
Musical Style:
Rock, Metal, Experimental, etc.
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Submitted June 5, 2011 by a customer from windstream.net
"For the money you can't beat it.These are great people to deal with and being able to pay for it in instllments really helps you"
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Already looking for a better les paul.But this will do in the mean time utill I can afford or find a better les at the right price.I bought this a blimished item from zzsounds and it is good.
Sound
The sound is good but would have bought the standard if I waited a little longer.But over all it's not bad.
Features
You get what you pay for.
Ease of Use
Very easy to use
Quality
It's good but not great
Value
For what I paid This is a good value for the money
Manufacturer Support
I hav'nt had to deal with them so I can't say.
Musical Background:
Hobbist
Musical Style:
blues,southern rock,country
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Submitted October 1, 2008 by a customer from aim.com
"Amazing guitar. Satisfied 7 Stars!"
This guitar will last you a while after you buy it, whether you use it for studio or live.
Sound
the pickups are some of the best that ive played. Strong. Not as good as as the 496R 500T's that come on the Gibson X-plorer and the Flying V. Sound almost matches the Les Paul Standard as long as you work the EQ of the amp a little.
Features
It didn't really come with alot of features, Three-way swich, Stopbar Tailpice and Tun-o-matic bridge.
Ease of Use
It plays really good. The neck profile is easy to play but it gets a little difficult to play around the 22 fret. I dont like how thin the body is compared to other Les Pauls.
Quality
It has a great quailty to it. It stays in tune vey well but the tuners are a little wobbley but thats easily fixable. It is really reliable for touring. Even after thrashin on stage it stays in tune pretty well. There is a little short on the threeway swich whenever i flip it to normal or rhythym i have to wiggle it a little but its not that big of a deal.
Value
It is a little much for the guitar but not much. You still get a Les Paul for under $699 which should be good enough reason to buy it. But still it's definately worth the buy.
Manufacturer Support
I havent tried to contact the company.
The Wow Factor
It has really good sex appeal! Other than the slim body. Im lookin for the chunky Les Paul body. Its body is around the thickness of an SG.
Musical Background:
Active Musician. Love to play live.
Musical Style:
Hard Rock, Metal, Rock n' Roll, Alternative
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Submitted July 21, 2008 by a customer from hotmail.com
"The BEST guitar for the price!!!"
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Around four years I'm guessing I will have this guitar.
Sound
Sound took me a while to figure out.. It might only be on my guitar. Butwhen i change from Rhythm to Treble only one of the pick-ups work. For Ex. With Rhythm on, only the neck pick-up works. All guitars might be like this, I'm not sure because I'm new to all of this guitar stuff.
Features
I bought mine blemished (it wasn't all that blemished to be honest just a few scratches on the back...) Its sexiness is very handy :)
Ease of Use
It is rather easy to figure out how to use this guitar. It is not that expensive and it sounds great. I haven't changed anything yet, but if I was to change something it would be the pickups. They are amazing pickups, I would just prefer better.
Quality
Hell ya! This is made incredibly! It is beautiful (a rather strange word, but it is.) There were no loose parts in mine and a great finish. The 'Les Paul Model' on the head is very attractive.
Value
This guitar is freakin' insane! I would buy another in a heartbeat. Except I would buy mine in Vintage Sunburst instead of Ebony but I just like that color more... Ebony is a very attractive color and I can see my face in mostly all of the guitar.
Manufacturer Support
None.
The Wow Factor
It is beautiful as I have mentioned before. Everyone I have shown it to has just had huge wide eyes from its complexion. So yes, The 'sex appeal' is very good
Musical Background:
Active Musician, Hobbyist too...
Musical Style:
Rock, Alt.,
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Submitted January 31, 2009 by a customer from embarqmail.com
"Waste of money, terrible sound"
Not even five minutes. As soon as i pulled it out of the box, it sounded bad. Never thought it was a good guitar after playing it.
Sound
Awful sound the top two strings buzz loud and play awful. I even took it to a local music shop and they said it was unfix able even after replacing the strings.
Features
It came with Chinese instructions and a crappy cord to hook to an amp. O and a pretty cool poster with like 50 epiphone guitars.
Ease of Use
The overall sound is decent. It is hard to really get a great sound out of it though. My old peavy puts this guitar to shame in the ease and sound. Like i said, the buzzing on the top two strings is awful, making many songs impossible to play.
Quality
Piece of crap!!! I got one and it sounded awful and the music store said it was unfix able. So I sent it back. The new one sounds even worse. I am warning you this is a total rip off and you're wasting your money if you buy this.
Value
My old 100$ peavy kicks this things a**. It makes the epiphone it sound like a toy. Terrible value for 300$
Manufacturer Support
Epiphone is a rip off. They sent us two guitars that both sound awful. For 300$ i should get a guitar that i dont have to mail back twice. Not only were they unhelpful, but they didnt know what they were doing!! For example some kid answers the phone like "Aww man that sucks well i dont know i guess you just got a couple of bad guitars man". Then I ask if they could at least inspect it to see if its gonna sound bad and theyre like no we cant do that or its conbsidered used. Total Rip off
The Wow Factor
The only reason i got this is because it looks amazing. If you want a guitar that looks good but sounds and plays bad, then this is the guitar for you!
Musical Background:
Active musician
Musical Style:
Rock
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Submitted October 23, 2011 by a customer from charter.net
"ok\not wonderful still has good lp neck feel"
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Sound
sounds ok bought as gift action is ok might need some tweeking not too happy with the bolt on neck could be future problem?
Ease of Use
it is an ineppesive guittar for a beginner you get what you pay for still a good axe
Quality
beginner
Value
worth? the price but should be about 30-40 bucks less
Manufacturer Support
n\a
Musical Background:
hobbyist
Musical Style:
rock\country
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Submitted March 7, 2011
"This is my baby, and might still be even after I have kids."
This guitar is just a stop 'til I get my real Gibson, but for right now, I wouldn't have anything else.
Sound
The sound of this guitar is amazing! I play it through a Squier combo amp, and it sounbds beautiful. If you want to play jazz, pop, alternative, rock, metal or screamo,this is the axe for you.
Features
I didn'r odrer this guitar from zZounds, I got mine from Amazon.com, and it came with a cheapo-quality 10-foot cable. I love the tone and volume control knobs for each pickup, which enables me to play kill switch, which I've always wanted to do.
Ease of Use
It is amazing how easy to play this thing is. I had never played anything in this style/shape before, I just wanted a Les Paul (go Slash, Perry and Page!), and when I got this, it was so easy to use. My only complint with it ias that if you're trying to play barre chords higher on the neck, it really makes you thumb sore from pusshing.
Quality
Honestly, this is just my first electric, and just a starter 'til I get my real Gibson Les Paul, but it works great. The shop pickups are awesome, but the strings that came with it aren't so good. My high E string broke when I was just plucking around one day. I replaced them with Ernie Ball Regular Slinkies, and they work amazing. The heritage cherry sunburst finish is so beautiful, and another good thing about it is that the strap buttons are so wide, so getting the strap on the guitar can be a pain, but getting the strap off the buttons is also extremely hard.
Value
This guitar is my baby, and might still be after I have kids. This thing is beautiful, great sounding, and it definately beats those stupid cheapo guitars, like American, McSwain or a bunch of others I don't want to name.
The Wow Factor
Ever since I was introduced to Guns n' Rosdes, I have wanted a Les Paul. Once, my friend offered me his Art brand guitar for $80. I said no thank you, I got my heart set on a Gibson/Epiphone. I did have my eye on an Epiphone SG guitar at Musician's Friend, and I told my local music store owner that I was getting an SG. He ended up telling me stuff like "Get what you want....I hate SG's....It's your choice....There's too much weight to the neck...", stuff like that, so I changed my sights to this bad boy, and I gotta say, I turned out pretty good after all.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist, church band member
Musical Style:
Alternative, rock, pop, CCM, Christian rock
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Submitted December 25, 2009
"great guitar p.s. dont lsten to all the reviews on things that say things like OMG!!! GREATEST GUITAR IN HISTORY!! BUY IT!!!!!!"
great guitar buy it if you like it because you wont find anything better for the price
Sound
the sound is amazing. the chords have a deep powerful hum that rattles windows. although its a great rythym guitar, you may want to buy something else if your into playing a lot of solos
Features
the paint job is beautiful on the vintage - thats the one i have. but the greatest feature i think is the smoothness and playability of the frets and fingerboard which is infinately better than any strat ive ever played
Ease of Use
like i said smooth playability
Quality
the only problem ive had is the volume knob came off once but thats nothing a little glue cant fix
Value
the price is just right this is a $300 guitar, but its better that any others for the price
Manufacturer Support
no support neaded
The Wow Factor
smooth sleek shiny and sex. i find my self polishing it way too much even though its already perfect
Musical Background:
active musician
Musical Style:
anything that sounds good
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Submitted April 18, 2009
"Epiphone at it's best."
This is a perfect guitar. This could rival even the $500-600 epiphones.
If they made a Les Paul 200, id buy it in an instant.
Sound
I love the sound this guitar gives me, the pickups are hot, and it squeals. The double humbuckers are magnificent.
Features
Well, its a guitar so y'know the usual guitar stuff.
The only problem i had with it is that it is nearly IMPOSSIBLE to get pickup covers on.
Ease of Use
Very good.
The only problem is when you first get it, it is extremely easy to get this out of tune.
Quality
One of the best guitars I've ever owned.
Value
This is an absolutely fantastic value. This was one of my first guitars, and I still have it/gig with it.
Manufacturer Support
Never had to use it, but I'm sure it would be fine.
The Wow Factor
This guitar is sooooooo sexy. Just gives a nice squeal and bam! Solo!
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Submitted January 18, 2009
"the best guitar at the price of $300"
like 2 years thats how long i expect to use it
Sound
it is the best guitar i own out of 12
Features
take of the pick gaurd and it is a beast
Ease of Use
smaller than a acustic of course lol so easy to use
Quality
if they sell it without the pick gaurd it would be amazing
Value
great price sounds amazing
Manufacturer Support
buy it or else it will not be a wast of money
The Wow Factor
my friends all want this gutair
Musical Background:
3 years
Musical Style:
rock and classic
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Submitted January 14, 2008
Epiphone Les Paul 100 Customer Review
I love it
Sound
The sound awesome for a low priced guitar.....it should even be a higher price in my point of view
Features
I have the Ebony colored one....and it's pretty sexy
Ease of Use
just plug and play...the sound does the rest
Quality
It's great
Value
Worth the price...oh yea
Manufacturer Support
haven't had to deal with this.
The Wow Factor
it's really a sick guitar old school looking, the ladies love it.
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Submitted September 26, 2007
"A GREAT LES PAUL AT AN EXCELLENT PRICE"
I expect to be satisfied with this guitar for awhile. I'm going to have to get the frets filed a bunch of times before I stop using it. I don't think I'll have to rewax it, since it has a great thick finish.
Sound
It sounds like a Les Paul. What isn't there to like? My only slight complaint is that after about a year of hard use the bridge pickup will sometimes get quiet far a few seconds. This happens maybe once every fifty uses. No big problem. I was originally planning to replace the pickups anyway, but this has great sound so I won't.
Features
It's a Les Paul. It has two volume and tone knobs. It has a selector switch. That's about the most features you're gonna get on a guitar.
Ease of Use
The neck is super slim. It's so easy to wrap your hand around. For some people who have problems playing because of small hands, this guitar is perfect. Even for me, with abnormally large hands, it feels great.
Quality
It's a great guitar. Since it's an Epiphone, of course it's made well. But my only problem is that after two months I had it the amp jack came loose, but I just superglued it.
Value
Great value. It's just as good sounding as a Gibson, or even slightly better, plus it's lighter.
Manufacturer Support
I heard they're great, but I never needed it.
The Wow Factor
Cherry Sunburst looks nothing like the picture. It's really bright red around the edges and fades in perfectly to a cool yellow center. The knobs are gold, and unlike the picture, THERE IS A LES PAUL SIGNATURE ON THE HEADSTOCK. I took off the pickguard(because I hate pickguards on Pauls, and now it's a sexy beast.
Musical Background:
Dunce in a band
Musical Style:
Metal, Rock, Blues, Rockabilly, Expiramental, 80s Metal
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Submitted August 4, 2007
"Buy this, but check the amp jack first."
Great guitar, my favorite ever.
Sound
This guitar, as with all Les Pauls, is great because you can set each pickup differently, and then sqitch from calm and clean to fierce and distorted. The sound range is truly amazing.
Features
Like all Les Pauls with the whole nine yards, it has all the features you could ask for.
Ease of Use
The neck is incredibly thin and once it's oiled up, playing on the 100 is a breeze. I really like the action. Other than being slightly on the heavy side, it's a great guitar to play.
Quality
Everything on this guitar was fine for the first couple months, but then the amp jack started to turn and eventually it just fell apart and all kinds of knuts and bolts came out. I brought it into my local music store and they fixed it. For a few weeks, it was fine, but then it came loose again and I just superglued it, and it's worked since then.
Value
It's sound and feel are the best of any guitar I've owned or played, and that includes many Gibson Les Pauls.
Manufacturer Support
Support from Gibson is fantastic, so Epiphone should be too.
The Wow Factor
In Cherry Sunburst, it is fantastic, but you can tell what they did to make it cheaper. The edges are rounded, which I like because it doesn't hurt so much, but it doesn't ahve any binding. The finish is awesome and I just took off the pickguard, it looks good either way. It would look really cool with zebra pickups, but it's fine how it is.
Musical Background:
Rocker
Musical Style:
Metal, Rock, Rock and Roll, Punk Rock
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Submitted March 14, 2007
"GREAT GUITAR, BUY IT IF YOU ARE WELL IN THE HEAD"
I expect to be satisfied with this product my whole life. Everything is built well. If it were stolen, I would be sad for a month, then replace it definitely. Then I would get it maybe in Red.
Sound
I have had this guitar for almost a year and the pickups are fine, I don't know what the other people are saying. Don't listen to any of those psychos. The selector switch is cool and I use it as a cutoff switch sometomes. It sounds great with a Cry Babay wah and Overdrive 1 on a Marshall amp. It sounds good with any recording amp, too. The controls are responsive and the pickups are really high quality.
Features
Well, basically it just came with a cable, as do all warehouse direct Epiphone models. Just so everyone knows, the pictures are outdated on this site or something. Mine(Cherry Sunburst) looks nothing like the picture. First of all, everything is now nice chrome, and the knobs are gold, which looks really nice and classy. It holds it's tune for a long time, and the string height from stock was perfect. The cherry color is much deeper and richer and it looks incredible.
Ease of Use
This is the easiest to play guitar I have ever owned or even thought of owning. The neck is super slim-taper, so the action is really nice. Other than it being slightly heavy, it is super-easy. Also, the weight affects sustain dramatically. It makes it equal to a set necked Les Paul by all means.
Quality
Mine lasted for the first few months fine, but then the amp jack started to loosen. That's an easy do-it-yourself fix. Only it continued to loosen after that. So, I fixed the problem with some Locking Super Glue. I trust that there will be no internal problems that I will need to open that up for again. Epiphones are very durable, I have brought it out-of-state several times, and it's holding up really well.
Value
Definitely worth three hundred bucks. I have other Les Pauls that are really nice, and with this one I feel more free to just take it places, because I don't worry about it getting scratched up and never being able to resell it if I wanted to. This guitar is very dependable.
Manufacturer Support
I haven't needed it yet, but I hear it's great.
The Wow Factor
This guitar looks amazing. Mine was and still is now perfect, and I trust it to be perfect. The color in Cherry Sunburst is vibrant and the gold knobs add classic looks. I would prefer if it had body binding, but I am picky. It looks just fine without it. Maybe some trapezoid inlays, but it's fine to me, I'm just picky. Also, unlike the pictures, it does have the Les Paul signature on the headstock.
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Submitted January 17, 2007
"Detailed Review - Please Read"
I expect to have this ax for at least another ten years, if not longer. I hope to go through lots of wax before this breaks.
Sound
This guitar is great. I can switch from loud and crunchy to soft and non-tonal with the flip of a switch. It has the definite Les Paul sound.
Features
Well, it came with a cable, and everything seems solid.
Ease of Use
It has a really fast action neck, great for sliding. The strings are nice and low, which is one of the main things I like about a guitar. It's much lighter than my other Les Paul.
Quality
The finish in Cherry Sunburst is amazing, hand painted. It has a really cool headstock, and it does have the Les Paul signature. I rated it 8 because the input got so loose after a few weeks that it fell off, and I had to take it to the shop to get re-sautered. That was free and took five minutes, though.
Value
The value is amazing. For a guitar this good, I would pay up to a thousand dollars. I have friends with other Les Pauls, and this one sounds the same, and it is lighter.
Manufacturer Support
I've heard they're good, and I almost had to call them.
The Wow Factor
This guitar is so amazing looking. The only thing is that it's made with one piece of wood, and has no seperate top. So, there can't be any binding. Some binding and trapezoid inlays would make it the best guitar in the world, but I can't complain.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Metal, Rock
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Submitted January 6, 2007
"My Favorite Guitar"
I think I will be satisfied with this guitar for at least fifty years, or when it rots or I'm too old to play.
Sound
This guitar is my favorite out of all I own. The pickups give you a wide viriety of sounds. Sometimes I just set the bridge pickup to loud and tonal, and make the neck pickup softer and more acoustic sounding, flip the switch, and it sounds totally different. It is amazing.
Features
I love all of the controls, and it came with a cable. Also, I read about some people complaining about not having the Les Paul signature on the headstock, but that's bull. Mine has it, and it looks amazing.
Ease of Use
It's easy to get great sounds, and everything else, but when sitting and playing it is heavy and tends to slide off the player's lap. I play standing most of the time, though, so that's not much of a problem. The strings are really low, and it is so easy to do any barre chords.
Quality
The finish looks great. I have it in Heritage Cherry Sunburst. The red is very different from the picture, much darker. Also, the knobs are not creme colored like the pickguard, but gold. It looks great.
Value
I paid about 500 dollars for it at a music store, but you can get it half price online. Definitely worth even a thousand, though. This guitar is seriously amazing.
Manufacturer Support
No idea. I've never needed it, so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. I've heard it's great. I don't think I'll ever need it.
The Wow Factor
Definitely looks good.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock/Heavy Metal
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Submitted November 4, 2006
"Awesome axe"
I picked up this guitar at a local shop and played through a Vox amp for a few minutes then plugged into a mini Marshal stack and was blown away. I have a Les Paul and was shopping for a Squier Strat for my son when I found this beautiful axe. It was a gorgeous,deep,midnight black and played like a dream. It has the heft and feel of my Les Payul and the humbucks just howled the blues and made heads turn in the store. I flipped through a few settings on the amp and used the FX pedal and got a very decent rendition of Jimmy Paige and a soft styling of Hendrix. It plays blues licks like a pro and shifted between back up and lead like a dream. When I saw the price I definitely knew that someone priced the guitar wrong. I was floored when they told me the price was what showed on the tag. I played on....the neck and strings felt like butter in my hands and it balanced perfectly on the strap. I bought it and plan one day to give it to my son...ha ha. He is going to love it when he does eventually get it. What a perfect guitar for the beginner to the intermediate who wants the feel and play that only Les Paul can give. You won't be disappointed.
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Submitted December 26, 2005
"Pretty cool rockin guitar..."
I was completely satisfied with this productand I think this will last a long time. I hope everyone finds satisfaction from this LP.
Sound
The sound on this guitar is the same as a LP Standand. Also it has very good sound for punk rock and classic rock.
Features
The pickups are good and the rythem sounds good when I play punk or classic rock. The pickups are good for the price.
Quality
The quality of this instrument is incredible. My mouth dropped when I first saw this LP. It looks like a Gibson Les Paul but the price tag is not as big.
Value
Compared to other items it blows them out of the water this instrument is awesome.
Manufacturer Support
No problems but they need less exclusions with the product.
The Wow Factor
I would buy another one of these LP if my broke or something because my check book is not big enough for a Epiphone LP Standard or Custom. If I had the money I would buy a Epiphone LP Standard though.
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Submitted December 8, 2005
Epiphone Les Paul 100 Customer Review
Sound
it awesome i cant believe how good of a guitar this really is!
Features
i love it
Quality
got it for a cheap price
Value
it is the best guitar i have ever had
Manufacturer Support
shipping came soo fast
Musical Background:
hobbyist
Musical Style:
altenative
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Submitted August 28, 2005
"nice little package"
great guitar especially for beginners
Sound
i play a lot of punk and the sound is perfect for the price.
Features
ok pickups good neck
Quality
kinda had some problems but good support
Value
great great value
Musical Background:
Active musician
Musical Style:
Punk/rock
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Submitted August 1, 2004
"Hope you like to Tune..."
It gets a "D". CONS: Doesn't stay in tune worth crap, cuts out when you switch the pickups (sometimes, more often then not though), feels cheap. PROS: Cheap, looks nice, decent sound, cheap.
Sound
No complaint here, it does sound nice. Just not IN TUNE nice. I threw a Duncan Invader high output pickup in the neck , gave it a hotter sound, but its not bad.
Features
eh. It feels cheap. Very thin, paint job a little bit flaky. Input jack comes loose, pots are plastic and cheap feeling.
Quality
I'm too afraid to use this at a show. I have played shows with it as a backup, and am always relieved when i don't have to pull it out. This is because I cannot rely on this thing staying it tune, not cutting out when i switch the pickups, just all around reliability.
Value
Its a good price.... for a cheap guitar, its cheap.
Manufacturer Support
umm sure
The Wow Factor
It still looks like a les paul, i guess. No block inlays, no pickup covers, but other than that, its a Paul.
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Submitted June 29, 2004
"A guitar you will keep for many years"
i expect to keep this guitar for a long time. i'd never replace it for sentimental reasons. becuase i got it very cheap i plan on further customizing this guitar with all my extra money...let's see better pickups, better tuners, better knobs gold hardware. So much things i could do. i donnu what i would do if my lp-100 was ever lost or stolen. i guess that i would pRoBably replace it with another lp-100, but there would 10 minute period where i would mourn. what i love most about this guitar is the tone and the comfort. it is the right guitar for me. the thing i least like about it is the bolt-on neck. i could really do with a set-neck. But regardless of that i can still meet all my musical goals with this guitar
Sound
the tone on the lp-100 is quite awesome.It sounds great even when not plugged in. The stock humbuckers are great but i would probably change them when i have the money.I'm not even going to compare it to any of the higher end les paul models becuz it is unfair so i'm just going to say that its the best sounding guitar for its price.
Features
mine came with a mahogany neck and body. but some come in alder. Of course mahogany is better sounding. the cool thing is that you get a seperate volume and tone knobs for both pickups. this offers you with a wide range of sound that you can control on the guitar alone.i love the neck especially, although its bolted on,but still it's smooth and fast...easy for solos
Quality
the quality is good overall. i dont know about those people who say in goes out of tune easily. never had a problem there. i left mine once in its case for 3 weeks and picked it up properly in tune. I dont rely much on my tuner i know by now if its in tune or not. the one thing i would complain about is stopbar tailpiece on my lp-100 the saddles were sharp and i've broken my high e string a few times becuase of it. the knobs also are made of plastic which isn't much to complain about but it makes the guitar look really really cheap.
Value
this guitar is definately worth its base price of $400+ but i'm glad i got it cheap for around $300 which was a "Sale" price from where i bought it.
Manufacturer Support
never dealt never had to.
The Wow Factor
it is indeed very sexy. People, i find, are drawn to the guitar whenever they see it. it is indeed very beautiful in the heritage cherry sunburst color which is the one i have. Ever since i began playing guitar i knew that this was the guiar i was going for. Never regreted it.
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Submitted June 27, 2004
"THE BEST FOR BEGINNING ELECTRIC GUITAR PLAYERS"
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Sound
THIS GUITAR IS THE BEST ALTHOUGH YOU MAY NEED TO GET A NEW CABLE (DONT USE THE CABLE THAT COMES WITH IT BECAUSE IT MAKES A RATTLING NOISE IN IT)BUT EVERY THING ELSE IS AWESOME
Features
THE CABLE THAT CAME WITH IT SUCKED
Quality
ITS LIKE PLAYING ALL MY OTHER 17 LES PAUL CLASSICS AND STANDARDS
Value
NOT THAT MUCH FOR A FAKE LES PAUL
Manufacturer Support
YES THEY WERE NICE
The Wow Factor
NO NOT REALLY
Musical Style:
ROCK
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Submitted August 31, 2003
Epiphone Les Paul 100 Customer Review
Sound
gotta play with my amp settings but once i got it, it rocks. Love the 'bucker sound.
Features
good enough for the price!
Quality
Generic Gibson mass produced equipment, its a hit or miss.
Value
Hey it's worth the price, even if, just for the looks of the classic Les Paul style we all know and love.
The Wow Factor
I love the looks of the Les, even more than my fender. The fender may need less tweaking to get the sound, but the looks of this guitar out weigh the less than superb 'buckers.(just buy better ones and put them in yourself)
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