Gibson Les Paul Junior Faded Electric Guitar

The Gibson Les Paul Junior is a long-running classic. With a P-90 pickup and a rounded neck profile, the Gibson Les Paul Junior Faded has been a favorite for decades.

Overall User Ratings (based on 9 ratings)
  • Overall:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Sound:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Features:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Ease of Use:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Quality:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Value:
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Manufacturer Support:
    4.5 out of 5 stars
  • The Wow Factor:
    5 out of 5 stars
Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Submitted March 4, 2011 by a customer from hotmail.com

"Mississippi Queen! You know what I mean."

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I would get another if I lost this one. Such a nice sounding guitar.
Sound
This is a junior. It has only 1 sound, awesome. If you like to set it and forget it, this is the guitar for you. The P90's are great, and at this price you can afford to upgrade them if you choose to. I preferred to leave them in.
Features
The guitar itself is a great buy. When I got it the gig bag got pitched immediately and it went into a hard case. That is the only reason I gave it a 9 instead of a 10. The guitar itself came well set up, out of the box and has quickly earned a place in my stable of guitars. It doesn't do everything, but what it can do makes it a valuable addition. The hardware is decent, and the tuners are acceptable. This is made inexpensively, so these things should be expected. Does a 50's junior come with top of the line hardware? Of course not. So expect this model to be the same when you order. It is very well put together, and one of my favorite guitars to play.
Ease of Use
One pickup. One volume. One tone control. Doesn't get any easier. Plug it in and play.
Quality
As I said before, the guitar is well made, but I was a little disappointed in the finish. I was expecting a little more uniformity in the finish, but that's what happens when you order off the Internet. Places on the guitar are completely painted thick enough you can't see the woodgrain, and there are places where you can't see any paint. Most of the guitar is like a whitewash and you can see woodgrain through the finish. Most of my guitars are relic in appearance, so it doesn't bother me, but it may bother you. The guitar still plays like a dream though.
Value
If you are looking for a great guitar that sits well in the mix, look no further. If you are looking for a 2 pickup les Paul, this is not the inexpensive alternative for you.
Manufacturer Support
Never had to use them.
The Wow Factor
Just a great guitar at a great price. Mine is white and it's a head turner for sure.

Musical Background:

Musician with 20 years experience.

Musical Style:

Blues, Rock, anything danceable...
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Submitted August 16, 2009 by a customer from yahoo.com

"This guitar is NOT a Junior Les Paul in the sense of the word."

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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A fine guitar for professional use.
Sound
Fantastic sound for blues, jaz and punk rock sound. You lose no flexibility with this guitar. Syas in tune throughout. Definitely worth the price given the $2,000+ price of a custom Les paul.
Features
basic featrures but if you have a nice tube amp (Fender, etrc.) you will get all the sound you need.
Ease of Use
Tune it to your desired style and just play. As mentioned, your amp will guide you to the best sound.
Quality
Solid mahoghany. Great design.
Value
I would pay twice the price.
Manufacturer Support
No issues with suport, especially if you purchase it from a reputable store.
The Wow Factor
Unusual in it's design and used by Green Day's front man, although I am sure his is customized.

Musical Background:

Active composer

Musical Style:

Blues and folk/bluegrass(with my acoustic)
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Submitted January 10, 2011 by a customer from gmail.com

"BETTER THAN A STANDARD...Why pay?"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
This thing is a beast. I play mostly 60's style rock along with a mix of pop/rock songs. Add a little dirt from a tube-screamer and thing thing sings.
Features
2 Knobs. Easy.
Ease of Use
Like I said, 2 knobs. Easy. Has no buzzing and feels exactly like a 60's style neck.
Quality
Gibson. Don't expect any less.
Value
Why would you buy a Les Paul standard when this baby cost much less and rocks just as much?
Manufacturer Support
Never dealt with them, never had trouble.
The Wow Factor
Very Sexy looking. Love the satin finish.

Musical Background:

5+ Years

Musical Style:

Pop/Rock
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Submitted March 8, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com

"Buy It,Rock It,and Enjoy this LP Jr."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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This guitars life expectantcy is My life time plus..!
Sound
Exceptionally Versatile...I love this Guitar!I purchased the Vintage Sunburst Model.Great Clean Tones,and plenty of Growling output for any style of Rock/Punk/Metal.This guitar feels/plays so much better than a Gibson Standard LP.I am converting to Gibson from Fender because of this guitar.
Features
Simplicity...Simply Great! One Volume knob,and One Tone knob. Very responsive tone/volume.
Ease of Use
This LP Jr has become my #1 Electric Guitar. Enough said!
Quality
Seems solid.The Satin finish seems a bit thin,but I like the Vintage look.
Value
I bleieve it's worth the money. Go Buy One!
Manufacturer Support
I've not yet used Gibson Support.
The Wow Factor
It's appeal to me is the basic design,and lighter feel opposed to the Standard LP. This LP Jr isn't Glossy WOW! But it ROCKS!

Musical Background:

Active Musician/Songwriter/Artist

Musical Style:

Rock,Punk,Alternative & Indie Rock
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