Decisions decisions... (LP confusion)

[Scootermuppet]

Thinking it's about time I got a Les Paul (Epiphone not Gibson) probably won't go new, even though they are reasonably priced, potentially a better model for new money... so what model to get...

Well, Elite / Elitest isn't on the cards, maybe a Limited Edition? Love the Joe Bonamassa ones. Then there's the Ultras, an original Ultra shouldn't be too expensive, right?

Or maybe a standard plus top pro... Ooh, how about a Tribute +?

...

You can see my dilemma - Help!!!

 

[Cam.man67]

Too many Les Paul's, too little time. do you want the Nanomag or belly contour of the Ultra? If not, weed that model out. Weight relief or no? Maple top or full mahogany?

For my money, the two Epi LPs I would pick are the Standard in Pelham Blue, or a 3-pickup Custom. Both are great, and represent relatively more affordable (used) options in the line.

 

[Eddie]

See what's cooking on CL. Get the best value. I think I've put more time on CL than time spent with my kids lately. This is bad.

 

[Scootermuppet]

Sadly CL is US only, I'm in the UK.

We have a site called gumtree, and the bay of course, but I'm really after people's opinions on the different models?

Cam.man, had looked at the Pelham blue standard as I like the Bonamassa version - apart from the price! think the Standard PB were a limited run, not many about over here....

And can rule out the Custom, don't know what it is, but the middle pickup just doesn't seem right somehow.

Cheers,

Bob

 

[BGood]

I'd vote for an Ultra, even only for it's weight relief and belly cut. I'm not found of boat anchor weight in a guitar and I don't understand why belly cuts aren't on all thick guitars. Only Teles and LPs are without.

But ... the Ultras has a slim taper D neck, too thin for me. The simple Ultra only comes in Clown Burst, yuck. The Ultra II comes in black too and the III in more colors. II & III have the Nanomag and III has a pup ring tuner too I think.

 

[Paruwi]

Ooh, how about a Tribute +?

this would get my vote

 

[Scootermuppet]

Thanks DrB & Paruwi, recommendations duly noted

As for weight, my first LP (a Satellite copy) was made form an old railway sleeper - at least that's what it felt Like! So my memories of that one should mean ANY Epi LP will feel light

Have a feeling that there will be as many recommendations as post on this one! I know I'll have to make up my own mind, just hoping to get some insight in to modern LP ownership.

 

[gsmacleod]

Can't go wrong with a - I really like the big chunky neck:



But, I'm also a sucker for a vintage burst so I grabbed a used T+ when I had the chance:

The big difference between the two is neck profile and while I prefer chunky, I have no issues with either.

Shane

 

[StringmanK]

The Traditional Pro in my avatar has been a wonderful guitar for me and I like it more and more every time I play it. I find it has better tone than my Gibby SG, and I am finally "getting" why Les Pauls are a thing. One thing a like about it, besides the tone, is the neck. Supposedly it is a "slim taper D" profile, which means absolutely nothing to me, because the neck is thick and chunky (not slim at all). If it had a maple top my quest for a LP would be over. But it doesn't so eventually I will have at least 2 of them. But like always, you have to play at least a few to see if any are "the one". I tried several before I picked mine, and could have spent a few bucks more, but I liked this one.

 

[Scootermuppet]

Thanks both, Shane, I can't see your T+ picture? Saying it's no longer available?

I think it'll come down to cost in the end, but at least I have the '99 SG 310 I bought for parts to sell on and put towards one - it was too nice to strip it!

Back to ebay to gaze wistfully at all the LPs I guess...

 

[gsmacleod]

Thanks both, Shane, I can't see your T+ picture? Saying it's no longer available?

I think it'll come down to cost in the end, but at least I have the '99 SG 310 I bought for parts to sell on and put towards one - it was too nice to strip it!

Back to ebay to gaze wistfully at all the LPs I guess...

Just updated. Not sure what happened there. Good luck with the search!

Shane

 

[Scootermuppet]

Thanks Shane, that's a gorgeous Tribute +

 

[Davis Sharp]

LP Tribute+
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[gsmacleod]

Thanks Shane, that's a gorgeous Tribute +

Thanks, I really like that for a plus top, it's actually fairly plain. The flame shows up more in pictures than in person.

Shane

 

[Scootermuppet]

And now I found this one.... Aaaaaahhhhhh!



Plus Top Pro Bourbon Burst, it's all too much, think I'll have to go have a lie down in a dark room....

 

[IGRocker]

The Joe B. models get my vote along with customs of any variety (not all have three pickups, most just have two). Also, the Tribute + is very nice if you like thinner necks.

 

[gsmacleod]

The Joe B. models get my vote along with customs of any variety (not all have three pickups, most just have two). Also, the Tribute + is very nice if you like thinner necks.

And, if one prefers thick necks and customs this one is pretty awesome:

Shane

 

[Paruwi]

And, if one prefers thick necks and customs this one is pretty awesome:

Shane

Yes, absolute....

 

[gsmacleod]

Yes, absolute....

I played one the other day. Despite not buying a new guitar for quite some time, I almost walked out the door with it.

Shane

 

[Paruwi]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Epiphone-le...159955?hash=item2a7b0e4813:g:TTwAAOSw32lYoMPn

Hey Bob, there is a nice older LP-Junior in the British Bay