Honey Burst

Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plus Electric Guitar

If you can handle everything about the Les Paul except the price, check this out. Engineers designed this modern classic with the arched top and fast neck of the best Les Pauls. It has an arched, figured curly Maple, carved top in faded sunburst finishes for that great LP look. And like all Les Pauls, features a solid glued neck joint for great sustain and stability. These guitars are built to 100% Gibson specifications. Learn More...

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Overall User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Individual User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Quality:
a beautifull guitar, translucent amber

Desirability:
I wanted it, I bought it and I dont regret it

Sound:
It will sound as good as the amp that you have it plugged into.

Overall:
I dont think that I will replace this guitar, however I will buy other guitars as additions to a collection. Overall I feel that it is what it was represented to be I like this guitar

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Feature:
This guitar is built down to a price and it´s in the " bits" that this shows most clearly , the bridge really needs to be better and the control knobs are cheap , horrid and mounted askew - much prefer hatbox controls anyway . Tuners , on the other hand , are more than good enough for most people : if you change them you may not notice much benefit .

Quality:
This guitar may not have the quality of tone woods that gibson would use but it is very nicely made from the woodwork side of things but it´s let down by the poor originel set up - mine needs some serious fret dressing to sort out an irritating buzz ( A string 3rd fret only )and I while I don´t expect mother of pearl for the insets at this price they are a bit ... matt - feel ok though .

Value:
at list price no but at typical discount retail it´s a steal, would not touch the bolt neck LP´s with a barge pole though , they are dire .

Desirability:
a nice cheap copy of a classic that´s perfect for anybody that doesn´t want to splash out the dosh on the real thing but remember you will need to change the bridge and pickups eventually .

Sound:
sounds like a les paul ,more or less , but the pickups are the weak link , badly screened and noisy when you up the gain . Any aftermarket PAF will be an improvement when you have the time and the money : good wood though .

Ease of Use:
It´s a les paul , even if a copy , and they are never hard to play when well set up .

Support:
have no idea : have not contacted them yet .

Overall:
I will buy other guitars but I can´t see a reason for getting rid of this one except for a real ( royal in castellano ) Les Paul and that´s more of an investment than I want to make at the moment .

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
2 volume and 2 tone knobs!!

Quality:
YEAH!!!

Value:
GREAT!! better than alot of my friends guitars!1

Desirability:
i got the blue. it looks better than the pic!! get it.

Sound:
I LOVE IT. it can make many sounds!!!

Ease of Use:
play many things, slides well pickups are good not the greatest for tapping but i don't think im doing it right. bends great

Support:
i orderd the wrong amp at first so i called and had them switched.

Overall:
GET IT. if u want a les paul get it. here is a video about it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTzdcOcpyuE its my second guitars love!!

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
The look and feel of a real LP. What more can you ask for? I could get different wood for $$$$ or get an Epi for $$$.

Quality:
No flaws, no scuffs. Beautiful guitar. As close to a Gibson as you can get. Period.

Value:
Best guitar on the market for the money. No joke.

Desirability:
Everyone who sees this baby wants to play it. Beautiful color (Wine Red), excellent finish.

Sound:
I gig with this. I'm sure somebody reading this thinks i'm retarded, but i own a '62 Gibson Les Paul Junior and my Epi has just as much sustain, if not more, than a vintage LP. On the clean channel, you can really get a feel for blues tones and it sings wonderfully. When it's dirty, it's a GREAT sound. Might change out the humbuckers later on though.

Ease of Use:
Great range of sound, tone. Excellent playability.

Support:
Never needed it.

Overall:
I'll play this baby until I get another Gibson. If you're in the market for a guitar, love LPs, and don't want to throw down mad cash, this is what you want. If you end up not liking the guitar, then you're another Fender hippie.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
Everything you would expect from a Les Paul.

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

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

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

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

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

Support:
Didn't need any support yet.

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

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
so many sounds

Quality:
feels great and plays great

Value:
great price for this guitar

Desirability:
it is great

Sound:
this guitar rocks

Ease of Use:
easy to learn on

Support:
no i havent delt with them b/c it has had no problems

Overall:
i love this guitar its just like a gibson

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
Real Gibson Pick-ups would make it better.

Quality:
Good they are better then th Mex Strats in the same price range i have played alot different ones Epip is quite good for under $1000

Value:
Yes like i said might have to play with the set-up.

Desirability:
If you are into Rock this is it!that good humbucking sound no way with Fender!

Sound:
Good meaty sound for rock alittle muddy on clean but not real bad.If you are in a band giging bars,clubs Gibson is the way not the Epip but jamming at home or having fun the Epip is great!pretty close to the real thing.

Ease of Use:
I have two Epips had to play with the set-up on them to make it on up and down the neck.If you play guitar alot you done it before a good player should know how to set the intonaton.

Support:
Never had too

Overall:
Great good for jamming,having fun etc.Playing in a band alittle more serious about your music Get the real thing.Epiphone Les Pauls sound good look good can't go wrong with them!

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
Wish it had the nickle tuners, but Grovers aint bad.

Quality:
Stock an 8, a bit of hot rodding and it kicks a$$!!

Value:
90% Gibson for under a thousand with the upgrades. Great Value!

Desirability:
I got it!

Sound:
Hey I'm not about to drop a couple of thousand for the wood, and there is a big difference. I will take the Epi my fingers and my mesa boogie, it gets me close enough. I swapped the stock pups for Burstbuckers, hello tone daddy.

Ease of Use:
Great feelin neck.

Support:
I never used em and it was made in '04.

Overall:
Hey it's great for what I do, my main ax is a Fender Highway one strat, that will never change, but some songs gotta have that Epi screamin dirty.

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Overall:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* . . . . . . . . . 1 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * . . . . . . 4 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
OK, yes, it is configured like a Gibson Les Paul from a basic standpoint. It has two humbuckers, two volume and two tone controls, as well as a three-position pickup switch, HOWEVER: -I'm pretty sure the inlays are coffee can lid. No pearl appearance at all. -The woods, especially used on these Epi necks, are inferior. -The pots are JUNK dime sized pieces of garbage -The switches are usually equally as junky -The finish work is nothing like the original -For being "Gibson" owned, they have hideous looking headstocks. -The tuners are garbage. -Count on the input jack falling apart in no time at all.

Quality:
Once again: -I'm pretty sure the inlays are coffee can lid. No pearl appearance at all. -The woods, especially used on these Epi necks, are inferior. -The pots are JUNK dime sized pieces of garbage -The switches are usually equally as junky -The finish work is nothing like the original -For being "Gibson" owned, they have hideous looking headstocks. -The tuners are garbage. -Count on the input jack falling apart in no time at all.

Value:
You get what you pay for. Don't expect Gibson quality at the price you're paying for it.

Desirability:
LOL - no thanks!

Sound:
Anyone who insults Gibson U.S.A. by calling an Epiphone a Gibson must be smoking crack. No, they aren't bad guitars for the money, but count on sinking some cash into one if you think you're going to get real Gibson quality. The factory pickups squeal like pigs and are highly microphonic. I'll address it's other flaws below.

Ease of Use:
How hard can it be to use?

Overall:
Again, this is NOT a Gibson, nor should it really be compared to the real thing. If you want this to be a practical axe for an experienced player you can expect to buy: 1. New tuners ($40-$50) 2. New pots & capacitors($25 total) 3. A new pickup switch ($5) 4. A solid bridge and tailpiece ($100) If you expect better quality, plan on sinking another couple hundred bucks into it. Or better yet, save your money and buy the real deal.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
The feautres are excatly what you would expect from a les paul, ie pickup switch, tone and volume control, etc. It has very nice grover tuners which work very well, and nice chrome plated pick up covers. The stock strings were pretty bad, but oh well those get replaced anyway.

Quality:
First off, the guitar is beautiful. I got the red wine finish and love it. I did notice a (very) few cosmetic defects. The plastic peice around the pickup was lightly scuffed, the are two places in the molding where it doesn't quite line up. But other than that it is perfect. It looks greats, sounds greats, and plays great.

Value:
You can't get closer to a Gibson w/o shelling out mad $$$>

Desirability:
This guitar is very appealing, everyone who sees it wants to pick it up and play it.

Sound:
This is my first electric guitar, but I have been playing acoustic for quite a while. The sound of this guitar is great! Even when not plugged in it gives a full warm sound. I only have a little mg15dfx amp, and haven't been able to plug it to a nice amp, but it still sounds very nice on the clean channel. There was a lot of fret buzz when I got it, but with a bigger string gauge, bridge, and truss adjustments I got almost all of the fret buzz out of there. As others have mentioned the stock pickups aren't great, but they are ok, and I planned to upgrade all along anyway.

Ease of Use:
I gave this a 7 because it took a little work to get the guitar set up to play nice right out of the box.

Support:
I don't know never needed any.

Overall:
I won't want to get another guitar until I can afford a Gibson, and even then I am sure I will still play this one.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
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