I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP

I 8 my green crayon · 10-08-2009, 11:58 PM

well the title pretty much explains it... i'm mainly looking for new but used is also good. what would you guys recommend?

American Viking · 10-09-2009, 12:26 AM

Used Les Paul Specials and Les Paul Studio's are the cheapest typically. A Studio is like a Custom except it has none of the extras, no binding on the neck or body, one less inlay, no split diamond and no nitrocellulose over the paint. Other than that it's a Les Paul. The Specials are good too if you like the flat top, they have no carved maple tops like the other Les Pauls.
New Studio's aren't that expensive, about $1000.

steelhorse · 10-09-2009, 05:31 AM

turn down the sig!

Madaxeman · 10-09-2009, 06:54 AM

If you're after a decent les paul at a low price -
Then get an early 80's Japanese copy - Greco, Burny, Tokai, Fernandes, Orville etc..
Some have many of the features of customshop gibsons - i.e long neck tenon, solid maple top, solid mahaog back, fret edge binding, gotoh hardware etc...
I own and 82 burny les paul and it's far better than the production line les pauls i've played/owned.
If you want a decent Gibson, try before you buy - you'll find a gem.

Grandturk · 10-09-2009, 08:49 AM

What is your definition of cheap? Some people say $500, others $1000. Personally I would never buy a Les Paul lower than a Classic at any price - Studios, Jrs, Specials, whatever are not my bag.

zslane · 10-09-2009, 12:38 PM

If it absolutely must be a Gibson, then a Studio is probably the cheapest model you'll find that still feels like a Les Paul.

What do you consider "relitively[sic] cheap"?

Frankie · 10-09-2009, 12:47 PM

Yeah, this is kind of an oxymoron. Gibson doesn't make and great cheap guitars, especially new. I'd look into a mid 90's Special or Standard.

JohnH · 10-11-2009, 01:26 AM

My '93 studio is a great player - black as night, maple cap, nice thick neck, mirror knobs, ebony board, grover tuners, Gibson alnico pickups (one classic 57, one Burstbucker), high quality wiring. Cost me $1100Aus a couple of years back.

custom53 · 10-11-2009, 09:06 AM

Find a used USA Hamer... Closest you will get for the money...

thrawn86 · 10-11-2009, 01:32 PM

Like my Studio just fine. Always been my main rig, so if you gotta go with a 'cheap' Gibson (which there is no such thing) get a Studio.

***Adwex*** · 10-11-2009, 04:01 PM

Studio.

shawkey · 10-12-2009, 12:20 AM

grab the studio fantastic gtr just try 40 before you buy one. go phills

zslane · 10-12-2009, 03:18 PM

Studios are nice, but inflation has put them at the price point where I believe Standards should be. If you are considering pouring $1200-1400 into a new Studio, consider a used Standard instead (though a $1300 Standard in decent condition seems hard to find on eBay right now for some reason).

mike sicowitz · 10-14-2009, 08:03 AM

Hi all,
As a Les Paul collector I'd say a studio is why Gibson made that model. It can be had cheap for a Gibson. But play a few because some will be better than others. I once lined up four and took turns and each had something I didn't like. But like the member said-cheap and Gibson does not fly. I see plenty of guys playing the classic. I would say that it looks good and is on the lower end of the price range. One thing that a lot of guys have to do is get a cheaper Gibson. I would never take a couple of mine to a gig. So when you find one-if it's a Gibson-you should let us know which one is best. If you ever find a LE Epiphone from 95 -99 try it. It's my secret weapon. It has f holes and sounds like a Thinline Les Paul. Good luck really. It's not easy looking around when guys are trying to sell you crap. The ebay route is logical if you are into it. Stay away from GC if possible. Cash talks loud now days. Don't get ripped. Ask guys here before you pull the trigger on a deal.
Mike

DaCookieMonster · 10-15-2009, 09:57 PM

Alex, you aren't gonna get a good les paul for les than $750. And thats gonna be used.

American Viking · 10-15-2009, 10:23 PM

My first Gibson LP was a Special with P90's and I got it for $800 used. I love that thing more than my Studio, but the style of music I play doesn't work that great with the P90, even though that's a great sounding pickup. I want to put the P90 sized Super Distortion in it and make it scream. I got the Studio brand new for $1000 even. Too bad GC is all messed up now and won't give out as many deals since the economy sucks.

Frankie · 10-17-2009, 10:51 AM

I'm considering selling my Standard actually. Make me a solid offer I can't refuse. Here's a pic:

Larry K · 10-18-2009, 07:59 PM

I'm selling my 1990 Studio, $850 paypal'd, insured and shipped to your door (cont. U.S. only) bmxguy30@hotmail.com

LK

thrawn86 · 10-18-2009, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie

I'm considering selling my Standard actually. Make me a solid offer I can't refuse. Here's a pic:

......I'll give you $86 and ALL the lint from my left pocket!
LOL.....once again, foiled by the economy.

Benito · 10-25-2009, 03:28 PM

I would recommend the LP Studio, BUT!!! if poss get an early 90's one as they used an ebony board on those, I have one as does the other guitarist in my band, his is a '92 mine a '93 and compared to the 'new' batch of Studio's they rock!

tubes · 10-26-2009, 01:30 PM

@Frankie

Are you selling that Standard as the pic suggests? I.e. with humbuckers installed and spare P90s too?

Frankie · 10-26-2009, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tubes

@Frankie

Are you selling that Standard as the pic suggests? I.e. with humbuckers installed and spare P90s too?

Nope, I actually sold it Friday for $1400. The P90's were long gone.

10-08-2009, 11:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
I 8 my green crayon Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Santa Cruz, California Posts: 1	I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP well the title pretty much explains it... i'm mainly looking for new but used is also good. what would you guys recommend? __________________ Guitars: Gibson Les Paul Flat top Ibanez RG with custom neck, to be extra wide and extra thin. Gibson 57' classic in bridge position. 1979 epiphone acoustic 2001 godin electric/nylon Amp: Peavey Windsor Modded Raven 4X12 Cabinet

10-09-2009, 12:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
American Viking Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Posts: 2,031	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP Used Les Paul Specials and Les Paul Studio's are the cheapest typically. A Studio is like a Custom except it has none of the extras, no binding on the neck or body, one less inlay, no split diamond and no nitrocellulose over the paint. Other than that it's a Les Paul. The Specials are good too if you like the flat top, they have no carved maple tops like the other Les Pauls. New Studio's aren't that expensive, about $1000. __________________ Transformers inside amplifiers were not originally designed to be in there, and the tube was not created for the guitar amp. ANY recommended idle current is a guideline and in no way a necessary requirement. There is no skeleton key for any tube amp.

10-09-2009, 05:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
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10-09-2009, 06:54 AM	#4 (permalink)
Madaxeman Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Southampton UK Posts: 28	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP If you're after a decent les paul at a low price - Then get an early 80's Japanese copy - Greco, Burny, Tokai, Fernandes, Orville etc.. Some have many of the features of customshop gibsons - i.e long neck tenon, solid maple top, solid mahaog back, fret edge binding, gotoh hardware etc... I own and 82 burny les paul and it's far better than the production line les pauls i've played/owned. If you want a decent Gibson, try before you buy - you'll find a gem.

10-09-2009, 08:49 AM	#5 (permalink)
Grandturk Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 192	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP What is your definition of cheap? Some people say $500, others $1000. Personally I would never buy a Les Paul lower than a Classic at any price - Studios, Jrs, Specials, whatever are not my bag.

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10-09-2009, 12:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
zslane Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 368	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP If it absolutely must be a Gibson, then a Studio is probably the cheapest model you'll find that still feels like a Les Paul. What do you consider "relitively[sic] cheap"? __________________ JCM2000 DSL-100 head + 1960A 4x12 cab 30th Anniversary 6100 head JCM2000 DSL-401 combo Les Paul Standards ('96 Goldtop, '99 Ebony, '03 Honeyburst) Les Paul Custom ('04 Alpine White w/ gold hardware) Les Paul Supreme ('07 Trans Black w/ black hardware)

10-09-2009, 12:47 PM	#7 (permalink)
Frankie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 365	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP Yeah, this is kind of an oxymoron. Gibson doesn't make and great cheap guitars, especially new. I'd look into a mid 90's Special or Standard. __________________ w w w . c o w b o y m a f i a . n e t Myspace.com \| YouTube \| Facebook

10-11-2009, 01:26 AM	#8 (permalink)
JohnH Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong NSW Posts: 781	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP My '93 studio is a great player - black as night, maple cap, nice thick neck, mirror knobs, ebony board, grover tuners, Gibson alnico pickups (one classic 57, one Burstbucker), high quality wiring. Cost me $1100Aus a couple of years back. __________________ DSL401 8412 cab Crate Powerblock 1 x 12 Vintage 30 cab '76 Shergold Masquerader '93 Les Paul Studio '83 Roadstar

10-11-2009, 09:06 AM	#9 (permalink)
custom53 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 126	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP Find a used USA Hamer... Closest you will get for the money... __________________ 2004 Gibson Les Paul Flametop 1995 Hamer Duo Tone Sunburst 1991 Ernie Ball EVH Trans Black 1981 Hamer Special Trans Green Quilt Sustain Block Bridge with Checkerboard Headstock 1975 Ovation Breadwinner Black Marhsall JMP 2203 Half Stack Marshall JTM 45 Reissue Half Stack 2ea 370/301 Acoustic Bass Amps Peavey Classic 100 Half Stack Tweed Soldano HR50+ Half Stack Black Peavey Butcher 120 Watt Half Stack

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10-12-2009, 12:20 AM	#12 (permalink)
shawkey Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: philly pa Posts: 36	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP grab the studio fantastic gtr just try 40 before you buy one. go phills

10-12-2009, 03:18 PM	#13 (permalink)
zslane Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 368	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP Studios are nice, but inflation has put them at the price point where I believe Standards should be. If you are considering pouring $1200-1400 into a new Studio, consider a used Standard instead (though a $1300 Standard in decent condition seems hard to find on eBay right now for some reason). __________________ JCM2000 DSL-100 head + 1960A 4x12 cab 30th Anniversary 6100 head JCM2000 DSL-401 combo Les Paul Standards ('96 Goldtop, '99 Ebony, '03 Honeyburst) Les Paul Custom ('04 Alpine White w/ gold hardware) Les Paul Supreme ('07 Trans Black w/ black hardware)

10-14-2009, 08:03 AM	#14 (permalink)
mike sicowitz Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: wauwatosa, wisconsin Posts: 134	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP Hi all, As a Les Paul collector I'd say a studio is why Gibson made that model. It can be had cheap for a Gibson. But play a few because some will be better than others. I once lined up four and took turns and each had something I didn't like. But like the member said-cheap and Gibson does not fly. I see plenty of guys playing the classic. I would say that it looks good and is on the lower end of the price range. One thing that a lot of guys have to do is get a cheaper Gibson. I would never take a couple of mine to a gig. So when you find one-if it's a Gibson-you should let us know which one is best. If you ever find a LE Epiphone from 95 -99 try it. It's my secret weapon. It has f holes and sounds like a Thinline Les Paul. Good luck really. It's not easy looking around when guys are trying to sell you crap. The ebay route is logical if you are into it. Stay away from GC if possible. Cash talks loud now days. Don't get ripped. Ask guys here before you pull the trigger on a deal. Mike

10-15-2009, 10:23 PM	#16 (permalink)
American Viking Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Posts: 2,031	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP My first Gibson LP was a Special with P90's and I got it for $800 used. I love that thing more than my Studio, but the style of music I play doesn't work that great with the P90, even though that's a great sounding pickup. I want to put the P90 sized Super Distortion in it and make it scream. I got the Studio brand new for $1000 even. Too bad GC is all messed up now and won't give out as many deals since the economy sucks. __________________ Transformers inside amplifiers were not originally designed to be in there, and the tube was not created for the guitar amp. ANY recommended idle current is a guideline and in no way a necessary requirement. There is no skeleton key for any tube amp.

10-17-2009, 10:51 AM	#17 (permalink)
Frankie Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 365	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP I'm considering selling my Standard actually. Make me a solid offer I can't refuse. Here's a pic: __________________ w w w . c o w b o y m a f i a . n e t Myspace.com \| YouTube \| Facebook

10-18-2009, 07:59 PM	#18 (permalink)
Larry K Junior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: WI Posts: 20	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP I'm selling my 1990 Studio, $850 paypal'd, insured and shipped to your door (cont. U.S. only) bmxguy30@hotmail.com LK

10-25-2009, 03:28 PM	#20 (permalink)
Benito Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 21	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP I would recommend the LP Studio, BUT!!! if poss get an early 90's one as they used an ebony board on those, I have one as does the other guitarist in my band, his is a '92 mine a '93 and compared to the 'new' batch of Studio's they rock! __________________ I love it when a plan comes together.......... 1981 JCM 800 4010 Vox Valvetronix LE Gibson LP Studio..tweeked Gibson Nighthawk Special

10-26-2009, 01:30 PM	#21 (permalink)
tubes Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 81	Re: I'm looking for a great and relitively cheap gibson LP @Frankie Are you selling that Standard as the pic suggests? I.e. with humbuckers installed and spare P90s too?

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