Epiphone Les Paul Standard Review

History: I started playing guitar when I was twelve, so that is about 16 years of playing time. I have played in numerous bands in that time, mostly hard rock/metal.

Purchase: I went to Guitar Center in Chattanooga, TN about three weeks ago looking for a Schecter, because I have heard that they have great bottom end. I saw the Epiphone Les Paul Standard for $380, and I couldn't pass it up. I plugged both guitars up in the store, and the Les Paul blew the Schecter away. It sounds great distorted or clean, and I have never heard better for the price.

Pros: It feels great, not too heavy, not too light. The tone is awesome no matter what you are playing through, and you can hit a pinch harmonic on any fret. The Epiphone pickups that come in the guitar sound great, and the action is perfect. I got the black one, but they have about ten different colors, and they all look awesome.



Cons: there isn't really anything that I don't like about this guitar, but I could do without the pickguard.

Les Paul Standard Quality: This guitar is built with great quality. It was made in China, which is usually a turnoff for me, but not this time.

Epiphone Summary: This has to be the best guitar you can buy for the money. I would recommend this guitar for anyone. Why spend $1200 for a gibson when you can get the same quality for $400?

Rating of this product: 5

This Epiphone Electric Guitars Review Submitted By: Shawn

Date: 2006-09-08

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