I've been looking for another Les Paul since I sold my ebony Studio a few years ago. I'm not really interested in used guitars and wanted something new. I had about $1500 to play with so I could choose from Standards, Studios, and Classics. Well after about a month of playing a TON of different Gibsons, I ran across one of the new Japan made "Elite" Epiphone Les Pauls... I couldn't believe it! These guitars ARE the real deal. They look, play, and sound as good as any Gibson I've checked out, and I only paid $700 out the door with case. If you're in the market for a Les Paul, check one of these out... you'll be surprised. Everything on the guitar is top notch. The pickups are sweet... crunchy, bright, and clear, no squeal, even at ear bleeding Recto death volumes. I've used it with my band and they cut well too. Nice controls, including the toggle... and I love to do those Randy Rhoads/Ace Frehley tricks with it. Finish (faded cherry sunburst) is perfect, as is the fret work. Yes I like the Gibson headstock better, but if you're gonna dismiss a guitar because of it's headstock you're gonna miss out on alot of good stuff... I got over it in about, mmm, two seconds after I got it home and plugged it in. Check them out!
Oh yeah... I'd post a pic but I'm in Colorado on business.
Oh yeah... I'd post a pic but I'm in Colorado on business.
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