: I need to know where I can find a book or books that has detailed directions on how to build a Gibson Les Paul.
Check out http://www.stewmac.com, http://www.harmonycentral.com(great jump site for everything in music), good luck!
Seeking a Les Paul Custom w/the following characteristics:
1. 3 piece maple neck, not mahogany
2. Cream, Natural Maple, or Alpine White finish
3. Must have reinforcing volute behind headstock
These are generally late 1970’s- 1981 vintage.
I have one. I bought it used from a friend. Although, it’s practically new. Doesn’t get used much. I’m not a huge player; it’s my only electric guitar. I’ll tell ya more about it, if you reply. Not sure if you’ll get this reply, since your post is 2 years old. Hope to hear from ya.
Yea i’ve seen/have one. my first guitar.. aroun 899$. i dont know what you want to know about it, tobacco sunburst.. use to be sold on musiciansfriend.com. pretty sweet guitar, i dont remember what pickups it originally came with, but they’re EMG’s now.. heh.
: I am looking for an Epiphone Les Paul guitar. The Finish is called Purple Flake, and is a purple sparkle type finish. I was told that this model is discontinued. If anyone knows where I can find one, I would greatly appreciate it. My email is posted or I can be reached at (917) 596-5481. I would be willing to offer a small finders fee if it is located, and in a decent condition. thank you.
Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Griffin W.
Griffin W.
I am looking for an Epiphone Les Paul guitar. The Finish is called Purple Flake, and is a purple sparkle type finish. I was told that this model is discontinued. If anyone knows where I can find one, I would greatly appreciate it. My email is posted or I can be reached at (917) 596-5481. I would be willing to offer a small finders fee if it is located, and in a decent condition. thank you.
My guitarist has a cherry red LP reissue: single cutaway, 1 black P90, wraparound tailpiece and no serial numbers. He bought it s/h around 1992. Any pointers on when LP reissues were reissued and how better to date them?
I have just bought a Les Paul Recording (circa 1974). Unfortunately previous owner has done some stupid rewiring, and I would like to put it the way it was. If anybody has the electronic schematic for the guitar could you plese contact me. Or if anybody knows where I can purchase the whole sub-assembly with the swithches, pots and capacitors. Thanks.
: I have just bought a Les Paul Recording (circa 1974). Unfortunately previous owner has done some stupid rewiring, and I would like to put it the way it was. If anybody has the electronic schematic for the guitar could you plese contact me. Or if anybody knows where I can purchase the whole sub-assembly with the swithches, pots and capacitors. Thanks.
Hi,
I also need help, My husband wants to build a guitar similar to a les paul and needs a template of the guitar and the electronic parts. If you found a source for these please let me know.
Thanks Tammy
I have a clear schematic that I was able to get from Gibson, if you’d like. The hardest part to replicate is the decade switch and perhaps the tone switch. Type in Les Paul Recording on Google and you will get 3 great sites. However they won’t answer all your questions. I’ve contacted CTS Electronics who is the largest supplier to Gibson and are going to try to help. I’ve gone so far as to contact Les Paul himself and plan to see him in early June. contact me if you’re interested.
I actually called Gibson and asked if they have any remaining literature or even photocopies of the low-impedance guitars(Recording, Personal, Professional). Nothing at all on file. I own a ’71, luckily it works ok. I’ve taken off the plate and I would imagine the circuitry could be duplicated with current smaller electronics. If I find a schematic, I’ll post again. Good luck. Mike Loce.
Hey guys….I have two LP Lo-imps, and a good schematic. Actually, I have schematics for all the lo-imp models. Email me and we’ll discuss how I can get copies to you. Free, of course.
: Hey guys….I have a new email address –[email protected]— I have two LP Lo-imps, and a good schematic. Actually, I have schematics for all the lo-imp models. Email me and we’ll discuss how I can get copies to you. Free, of course.
Been looking too. All I can find is this, a fairly small hand-drawn schematic at http://www.guitar-parts.com/images/lespaul.jpg – I’ve tried resizing it but the quality just isn’t good enough to read properly.
Someone somewhere must have a copy of the original manual – anyone got any hints or tips on using the controls? Apparently certain controls only when the Tone switch is in cetain positions.
well, self teaching never goes out of style, I guess. The Bass and Treble only work while the tone is a number 2, and I’m trying to figure out if the decade is isolated, or if it works in all three tone positions. Of course we use our ears, but to see it in print would clear the air. The tonal differences are very subtle, and one might think something is changing, when actually it’s not!
: Please I need this guitar realy bad (Price:about 900$-1000$)Chris, You can find this guitar at http://www.americanmusical.com, they just got a new shipment in and they have it in stock. They sell it for $1249.99. I own one and it’s AWESOME!
Re: 87 gibson les paul custom - was it a good year for the guitar?
WAR Jr.
Not really. After Gibson made the final move in 85′ things were cut done pretty bad. I have played some 87′ models that were fairly heavy and still well playable. Only a few though. The others needed attention pretty bad though.
: Help!!!!!!! does anyone have a wiring diagram for an early 70’s semi hollow les paul signature with the swithchable ohm selector…thanks
Have you checked http://www.gibson.com or called customer support for schematics? That should be your first start then check harmonycentral.com for added links and all so amazon.com for books.
I am paying for a 1980 Gibson Les Paul Artist edition, with on board electronics and compresser. I was just curios how much it would be worth with a factory reconized flaw in one of the coats of paint under the clear coat. It’s in execelent condition exept for 2 small scratches. I would like to know also how much it cost brandnew.
Re: How much is a 1980 Les Paul Artist edition worth
sumi
Hey..
I would say ca. 3900 Australien Dollars. I got one and was also curious about its worth. I found the best answer on http://www.guitarcrazy.com. The price for a brandnew was 3800 swiss franks in the year 1978. Good luck..
I am paying for a 1980 Gibson Les Paul Artist edition, with on board electronics and compresser. I was just curios how much it would be worth with a factory reconized flaw in one of the coats of paint under the clear coat. It’s in execelent condition exept for 2 small scratches. I would like to know also how much it cost brandnew.
Re: i don't know how much my guitar is worth? please help
Devin Hargrove (via moderator)
(Originally posted 21:23:13 3/27/06)
I own a electric lotus guitat and I hardly ever play it and I wanted to see how much it is worth because I was thinking of getting rid of it. I’am expecting my first baby real soon and I know I could use the extra cash . I also have a case for it and a peavey audition 110 amp and i have no idea what the value is worth on them. If you could help me out I would appreciate it. I thank you for your time and look forward to hearing from you soon.
i don't know how much my guitar is worth? please help
Chris Costa
i owna 1998 Gibson Les Paul standard plus , i only play it like never , cause i never wanted to hurt it , it’s a heritage sunburst finish and gold hardware
Re: i don't know how much my guitar is worth? please help
Brooke
I own a maybell guitar that is 72 years old. It was previously owned by my grandfather. It is acoustic and has its original case. At the bottom of the guitar there are angels that have been hand drawn on at the time of purchase. Can you help me? Please?
Re: i don't know how much my guitar is worth? please help
WAR Jr.
1998 huh? Probably not much more than what you paid. You couldn’t sell it for the original price. Once you walk out the door with it…Value already goes down.
Les Paul Jr. Special HB vs. Les Paul Special SL HB
Robert Lutczyk
What is the differance between the Jr. Special Humbucker guitar and the Special SL Humbucker guitar? The seem to be very alike but the Jr. costs more.
MusiciansFriend has both of them…
Gibson Les Paul Junior Special Hum Electric Guitar
Garrett
Where can i buy the Gibson Les Paul Junior Special Hum Electric Guitar cause ive searched every where and i cant find it on any sites cause i really want one where can i buy one off of cause musicianfriend doesnt have it anymore
The name on the headstok is HB. it is a copy of a black les paul costum from the 1970-77. the sound and feel is just perfekt but who is HB?. best regards Thomas
i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial # an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray
: i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial #00135254 made in u.s.a. an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray
: : i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial #00135254 made in u.s.a. an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray
THAT SERIAL NUMBER IS FROM 1976 I HAVE A CREAM LES PAUL THAT STARTS WITH 00 ITS A 76
: : i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial #00135254 made in u.s.a. an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray.
I was looking for serials yesterday for my buddy with a real yucky marauder. as luck would have i know that the #’s 00 at the beginning of your serial means it is a 76
I have a brand new Les paul classic in cherry sunburst, and want to trade it for an 86 or an 87 les paul standard. Email me iaf you can help.
thanks, -steve
: I have a brand new Les paul classic in cherry sunburst, and want to trade it for an 86 or an 87 les paul standard. Email me if you can help.
: thanks, -steve
I have the chance to purchase a Gibson LP Custom 71 model….
The guy I might be buying from… says I can have it for $600
The guitar is not in 100% fine condition, but for a 71model it’s very good…
Is this to much to pay for that old gibson… or do they climb in prices as they grow older?
Buy it. It can only go up in value. It’s already vintage, so the guy either really likes you, doesn’t know what it is, or it’s too far gone for his trouble. Buy it. Work with it, and if it doesn’t work out, then sell it again. Make sure it says Gibson, and good luck.
what year is this model, and how much did you pay for it? cause we have an original model woodgrain, acoustic and electric with one solid bar for pickup! its an ephole
Does anybody have any info on the Personal series of Les Pauls? I know htey were only made from 69-71, and have low impedence pickups, but how about some opinions from people who have them? There is very little info available. Also, approximate value? Thanks, Donzilla
hi. here’s a few things Dixon Yarmouth left out of his description of the Les Paul Lo-Impedance series of guitars:
1. The pickups were stacked-coil humbuckers, so they weren’t as open-sounding, or uncompressed, or as "free" sounding as true single-coils….but Les designed them to be "60-cycle-free", and did a very good job of it. So, if you cancel the hum, you cancel some tone and feel (too bad Les didn’t get Chris Kinman to design the pickups. THEN we’d get a true single coil sound from this guitar!! http://www.kinman.com). This is still an excellent guitar! The switches let you reverse the polarity of the bottom coil to the top coil, to get a thinner sound, the Decade switch manipulate the tone again, and the 3-position switch does that yet AGAIN. There is a Bass control, Treble, and Volume. Mind-blowing versatility. Plug straight into the board and get ready to jizz in your pants(you metal heads, shredders, and Stevie Ray wannabees go back to your videos and jerking off…this is guitar talk. You’re not expected to understand any of this). If you have a chance to get one of these, scoop it. It’s fantastic.
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: hi. here’s a few things Dixon Yarmouth left out of his description of the Les Paul Lo-Impedance series of guitars:
: 1. The pickups were stacked-coil humbuckers, so they weren’t as open-sounding, or uncompressed, or as "free" sounding as true single-coils….but Les designed them to be "60-cycle-free", and did a very good job of it. So, if you cancel the hum, you cancel some tone and feel (too bad Les didn’t get Chris Kinman to design the pickups. THEN we’d get a true single coil sound from this guitar!! http://www.kinman.com). This is still an excellent guitar! The switches let you reverse the polarity of the bottom coil to the top coil, to get a thinner sound, the Decade switch manipulate the tone again, and the 3-position switch does that yet AGAIN. There is a Bass control, Treble, and Volume. Mind-blowing versatility. Plug straight into the board and get ready to jizz in your pants(you metal heads, shredders, and Stevie Ray wannabees go back to your videos and jerking off…this is guitar talk. You’re not expected to understand any of this). If you have a chance to get one of these, scoop it. It’s fantastic.
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Uh…I made a huge mistake! The "PHASE" switch doesn’t reverse the polarity of the bottom coils in the stacked-coil humbuckers….it reverses the polarity of the WHOLE Neck pickup. Sorry for the error.
Dude…..the Les Paul Personal/Professional/Recording Model is a/are very misunderstood guitar(s). The pickups are lower output (in their hi-imp settings) than normal humbuckers, so they don’t overdrive amps as easily as the hi-output humbuckers do. So, that means that all the hi-output-pickup-using morons who NEED to have distortion will ignore this guitar. Oh well…guitar technique is a long-dead concept anyway, so no harm done. In the early ’70’s, one issue of Guitar Player had a floppy record inside, which had a fantastic demo of the amazing sounds this guitar could make. If you can find it, or a copy of the recording, you’ll hear how this amazing guitar can speak. Alas, these guitars were/are not popular, but just wait a few years, and all those guitar-collecting assholes, who speculate, and buy up all the nice pieces will have some… and charge outrageous $$ for them, when only a few years ago you couldn’t even GIVE the goddamned things away!!! lol
Hope this helps.
Any Advice? My husband has found a ’71 Les Paul is great condition in a local pawn shop. The owner is asking $1200 – is this a good deal? My husband thinks it is, but he’s by no means an expert. Anyone out there know the value of a great condition ’71?
It has to be a limited edition butterscotch burst, or honey burst.
So here is the info:
* Slim Taper neck
* Carved AA Maple top
* Mahogany back
* Rosewood Fretboard with Trapezoid inlays
* Single-ply binding on body and neck
* 496R and 500T ceramic magnetic humbuckers
* Includes hardshell case
***** If you have any idea where i can find one of these guitars for a reasonably price, please E-mail me back!!!
I currently have a Gibson Les Paul Studio, and I love it. I would like to get a Standard, only for the Sunburst finish, I don’t think the Standard sounds any different than the Studio, I have tried the Standard. How much should I pay for a used Standard in great condition, a newer one, late 90’s, 2000’s
What up Duane. Yeah man, I just bought one from MF and I have to say that I am very satisfied. This little beauty has all of the standard “good” hardware that you will find on the more expensive models and it plays like a Les Paul should. Not to mention that it’s also quite nice to look at. The only difference I see in this axe and it’s bigger brothers is A: it is cosmetically striped down, and B: it is a flat top and thus much lighter than your standard Les Paul. Other than that bro, I gotta say that this is a quality LP for a good price. And really, who needs to spend three or four grand on an axe just for a nice paint job and all kinds of fancy trim. That or for a phucking endorsement, give me a break! Gibson can blow me in this respect, phucking robbery if you ask me. No thanks, my five C-note costing, bare ass, smooth playing LP Special suites me just fine thanks. My advice, if you like Les Paul’s and your like me. That is, can’t justify the cost of a couple of thousand dollars for a guitar, buy the LP special. I think you will find as I have that it is well worth the money, and that it is indeed the genuine article. Good luck brutha, hope it works out for you, whatever you decide to buy, out.
Yeah man, I just bought one from MF and I have to say that I am very satisfied. This little beauty has all of the standard “good” hardware that you will find on the more expensive models and it plays like a Les Paul should. Not to mention that it’s also quite nice to look at. The only difference I see in this axe and it’s bigger brothers is A: it is cosmetically striped down, and B: it is a flat top and thus much lighter than your standard Les Paul. Other than that bro, I gotta say that this is a quality LP for a good price. And really, who needs to spend three or four grand on an axe just for a nice paint job and all kinds of fancy trim. That or for a phucking endorsement, give me a break! Gibson can blow me in this respect, phucking robbery if you ask me. No thanks, my five C-note costing, bare ass, smooth playing LP Special suites me just fine thanks. My advice, if you like Les Paul’s and your like me. That is, can’t justify the cost of a couple of thousand dollars for a guitar, buy the LP special. I think you will find as I have that it is well worth the money, and that it is indeed the genuine article. Good luck brutha, hope it works out for you, whatever you decide to buy, out.
Re: Very first 40th Anniv. Vintage Replica, serial 9 9001
Slick (via moderator)
Which one do you own?? As I understand it, that store ordered a second guitar with a similar top to be refinished and reaged and was also numbered 9 9001. Being that there were then 2, how could anyone know which #1 they were getting??
: I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: Mr. Tom Murphy.
: You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: significant one.
: Now,i would like to know,
: How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Re: Very first 40th Anniv. Vintage Replica, serial 9 9001
Brett (via moderator)
The 200 or so guitars in that run sell for between $7000 and $10000 on average… While yours is a collector’s peice it is still a guitar so I would have to know more about it individually… What does it weigh exactly, what is the top like, etc… I have never seen pictures of it so right now I can not say… I tried to email you directly for this but the email was returned… If you could, email me the details and the pictures and I will let you know exactly what it is worth…
THX,
Brett
: Which one do you own?? As I understand it, that store ordered a second guitar with a similar top to be refinished and reaged and was also numbered 9 9001. Being that there were then 2, how could anyone know which #1 they were getting??
: : I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: : of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: : This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: : Mr. Tom Murphy.
: : You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: : and th
e advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: : This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: : I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: : significant one.
: : Now,i would like to know,
: : How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Re: Very first 40th Anniv. Vintage Replica, serial 9 9001
monte
Well the value of that guitar can vary widely depending on your documentation. That serial #, while attractive, may not be the first one issued. I have a reissue LP ending with 000. So you have to have documentation at being the first one. But the problem is that you have(possibly) the first issue of a guitar series that is not popular at this time. And with the 50th anniversary issues coming out, the 40th anniversary model will take an immediate back seat. For now it might be worth what you paid, plus 25%..maximum.,,but even that is a stretch. If Murphy retires, then it will be of greater value. Good luck.
: I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: Mr. Tom Murphy.
: You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: significant one.
: Now,i would like to know,
: How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Re: Very first 40th Anniv. Vintage Replica, serial 9 9001
Christian Weck
Hello Toru SAN,
do you still have this beauty?
Please let men know.
Best regards from Germany,
Christian
:
: Well the value of that guitar can vary widely depending on your documentation. That serial #, while attractive, may not be the first one issued. I have a reissue LP ending with 000. So you have to have documentation at being the first one. But the problem is that you have(possibly) the first issue of a guitar series that is not popular at this time. And with the 50th anniversary issues coming out, the 40th anniversary model will take an immediate back seat. For now it might be worth what you paid, plus 25%..maximum.,,but even that is a stretch. If Murphy retires, then it will be of greater value. Good luck.
: : I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: : of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: : This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: : Mr. Tom Murphy.
: : You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: : and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: : This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: : I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: : significant one.
: : Now,i would like to know,
: : How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Toru Hayami
Toru Hayami
I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
of course, the serial is 9 9001.
This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
Mr. Tom Murphy.
You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
significant one.
Now,i would like to know,
How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Hi, I have bought a Epi Les Paul Standard 2000 model.
It have alnico Pickups design by Gibson, in the clean mod songs beutiful,
but when I put the distortion mode the pickups don’t rich high gain using a Marshall JCM600.
I want to change these pickups for one with more gain, but I want to retain
the vintage aspect and the tonality.
If anyone know which is the best pickup for that I appreciate the answer.
check out http://www.guitartrader.com, they quoted me $2095 for a gibson les paul custom(no sales tax, and free shipping). i would probably opt for spending more on the shipping, next day and $5000 worth of insurance, to assure better handling. a friend of mine that works with ups recommended that, saying that items insured for $5000 or more are kept separate and taken better care of. i plan on buying a lp standard in february with the tax refund! good luck, and enjoy.
I recently stumbled upon an Artist model that’s not moving at a music shop. Anyone know about these? 3 switches, active electronics, I think it’s an ’82. It’s played, but that leaves the condition in good/very good shape. $1500 seems like a pretty good deal. They had no amp so I couldn’t plug in to see the various tones…any comments? thanks
: I recently stumbled upon an Artist model that’s not moving at a music shop. Anyone know about these? 3 switches, active electronics, I think it’s an ’82. It’s played, but that leaves the condition in good/very good shape. $1500 seems like a pretty good deal. They had no amp so I couldn’t plug in to see the various tones…any comments? thanks
hey man, no offense but if you don’t snatch that guitar up while you got the chance, you’re an idiot. i’ve been playing one for 21 years and is the best i’ve ever played. play it first and insist on listening to it through an amp just to make sure that everthing works. if i could find another one id good shape i wouldn’t hesitate to pay 1500 bucks for it.
please take a look at the link i posted below. http://www.lespaulforum.com/slubarticle/ artist/artist12.02.html
I HAVE A GIBSON ARTIST IT’S A GREAT GUITAR EBONY FINGER THE THREE SWITCHES ARE BRITE,SASTAIN,DESTORESON IT PLAYS LIKE A DREAM BUT FOR $1500 IT’S NOT THAT GOOD OF DEAL I PAID $840
Hi there –
If anyone has or knows where I can buy a cream colored pickguard (vintage or repro) for my 1971 goldtop Deluxe, please let me know.
Thank you!
Chris
I’m not sure whether to buy the Epiphone Slash Les Paul, the Stanard or the Goldtop. I need to play November Rain, but i’ve read some reviews of the Slash LP, and apparently the toggle switch is crap and it isn’t good for very heavy metal ,only straightforward rock. I prefer the red colour of the Slash one, but the Snake spoils it. Is the standard available in the same colour?
HEEEEEEEEEEEEELP!
Well, if it’s the ’56 gold top (the only goldtop Epi still produces), it has P-90 pick ups, which are better for blues than metal. I would suggest the Standard with the Alnico II humbuckers and a Digitech Metal Master pedal.
Well, if it’s the ’56 gold top (the only one Epi still produces) it has P-90 pick ups, which are better for blues than metal. I would suggest the Standard with the Alnico II humbuckers and a Digitech Metal Master pedal.
Well, if it’s the ’56 gold top (the only one Epi still produces) it has P-90 pick ups, which are better for blues than metal. I would suggest the Standard with the Alnico II humbuckers and a Digitech Metal Master pedal.
all of the epi les pauls are pretty much the same guitar with different cosmetics. epi makes some great guitars and some real peices of crap. its all hit and miss. go to a store and check them all out. buy the one that seems to have the best fit and finish, some important things to watch are the fretwork and the nut. as for a heavy metal sound, 99% of its in your amp. you may be better off with a new amp, not a guitar. if you want slash’s sound check out marshall’s tube amps. slash uses seymour duncan alnico II pickups in his live and studio les pauls and they are fairly low output pickups.
: all of the epi les pauls are pretty much the same guitar with different cosmetics. epi makes some great guitars and some real peices of crap. its all hit and miss. go to a store and check them all out. buy the one that seems to have the best fit and finish, some important things to watch are the fretwork and the nut. as for a heavy metal sound, 99% of its in your amp. you may be better off with a new amp, not a guitar. if you want slash’s sound check out marshall’s tube amps. slash uses seymour duncan alnico II pickups in his live and studio les pauls and they are fairly low output pickups.
Not true. Different models have different woods, pickups etc and the cheapest ones are bolt ons.
I don’t know the order of models (quality wise) in the Les Paul series. I’m trying to decide between a Deluxe and a Standard, but I’m not sure which should be the higher quality. Any help is appreciated! Thanks!
SORRY ABOUT THE GHOST MESSAGE…DELUXES AND STANDARDS , IVE OWNED BOTH AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER WERE CONSTRUCTED EXACTLY THE SAME BY YEAR TO YEAR SPECS…WHILE THE DELUX HAS A BRITER TONE,,,ITS NOT THAT MUCH BRITER THAN A STANDARD,CUSTOM OR CLASSIC.YOU CAN MAKE UP THE TONE AT THE AMP.I WOULD ADVISE THAT RESALE VALUE MEANS EVERYTHING, AND I WOULD TAKE THE STANDARD OUT OF THE TWO. ALOT OF CURRENT RECORDING ARTIST CLAIM IN GUITAR MAGS. THAT THERES A BIG DIFFERENCE IN TONE WITH THEIR BELOVED DELUXES,,,THEN YOU ALSO READ THAT THEY SEND IT THROUGH ALL KINDS OF EFFECTS WHICH RENDERS THE POINT MOOT.HOPE I HAVE HELPED IN SOME WAY
I’m not to sure what the order of models is for the Les Paul series. I’m looking at a LP Deluxe and an
LP Standard and Gibson doesn’t really tell you which is a higher quality guitar on the website. So if
anyone can help, it’d be appreciated! Thanks!
: I’m not to sure what the order of models is for the Les Paul series. I’m looking at a LP Deluxe and an
: LP Standard and Gibson doesn’t really tell you which is a higher quality guitar on the website. So if
: anyone can help, it’d be appreciated! Thanks!
: : I’m not to sure what the order of models is for the Les Paul series. I’m looking at a LP Deluxe and an
: : LP Standard and Gibson doesn’t really tell you which is a higher quality guitar on the website. So if
: : anyone can help, it’d be appreciated! Thanks!
I own both a 73 les paul goldtop deluxe and a les paul standard ’82 and I will tell you that the pickups on deluxes suck for rock music.Gibson did some stupid things in the 70’s and one of them was putting epiphones left over mini humbucking pickups in these guitars . this guitar is one of the best les pauls I have ever picked up,playing-wise,best in the world, but the pickups had no power,luckily I found some old PAF’s to install in it; but I had to rout the cavity which some people say ruins the guitar.I dont care . but if you want to play rock,get the standard. I suppose the neutered sound of the mini humbuckers would be fine for jazz or maybe country but large humbuckers can be turned down… and one day you might want to open it up ,so do yourself a favor and get the right one to start with.the standard is also more collectible.
One man’s opinion, the quality of the Standard and Deluxe are both topnotch. The real difference, apart from the tops is in the pickups.. The Deluxe has the mini-humbuckers, and they do sound sweet, but are a bit brighter than the big humbuckers for some people’s taste. I have older models of both the Standard and the Deluxe, and I cannot part with either. They have their own character. So , go play them both, then decide.
A friend offered me his Gibson Les paul studio in very good condition, both looks and sound for $500. It was made sometime in the 80’s, and I need to know whether it’s a good buy. Thanks
500 for a les paul studio in great shape is a fair price. U can check EBAY for actual prices people are selling for. U can figure out exact date of guitar by using serial number. I have heard several studios, and I feel that the 80’s studios are better than recent guitars. IMHO. Good Luck
Daniel, I have ust bought a Les Paul Studio today for $1200.00. If it’s in good condition i believe it’s a good deal but if it’s in bad shape or have been abused watch out!
Good Luck!
: Could you tell me the price that a 1966 Les Paul standard is worth in near perfect condition Thank You
No such animal…. Les Paul discontinued in 1962, recontinued 1968.
okay I was just windering when les pauls were discontinued in the 60’s
’cause there is a guy selling a ’65 LP junior for $500 and I just remembered that
they were discontinued sometime due to legal difficulties. The fellow selling the guitar
also said that the serial number was removed. so I am dubious
I am shopping for an electric guitar, I don’t know a whole lot about Les Pauls, but it seems that everyone who is someone in rock has one. I was wondering if there is a difference in tone between the standard, custom, deluxe, pro deluxe, and even the epiphone. Also, is there a huge difference in the tone between older models and new ones. I heard somewhere that the quality is going down in the new ones. Any additional advice you could give to an inexperienced LP shopper would be extremely appreciated. Please email me at [email protected] Thanks!!!!
I need to know where I can find a book or books that has detailed directions on how to build a Gibson Les Paul.
: I need to know where I can find a book or books that has detailed directions on how to build a Gibson Les Paul.
Check out http://www.stewmac.com, http://www.harmonycentral.com(great jump site for everything in music), good luck!
All orig. mint condition b/o
Hi,
I am looking for all kind of information with regard to the Les Paul Studio Standard.
Thanx in advance,
Dennis
Seeking a Les Paul Custom w/the following characteristics:
1. 3 piece maple neck, not mahogany
2. Cream, Natural Maple, or Alpine White finish
3. Must have reinforcing volute behind headstock
These are generally late 1970’s- 1981 vintage.
anyone ever see? Any info at all?
I have one. I bought it used from a friend. Although, it’s practically new. Doesn’t get used much. I’m not a huge player; it’s my only electric guitar. I’ll tell ya more about it, if you reply. Not sure if you’ll get this reply, since your post is 2 years old. Hope to hear from ya.
Yea i’ve seen/have one. my first guitar.. aroun 899$. i dont know what you want to know about it, tobacco sunburst.. use to be sold on musiciansfriend.com. pretty sweet guitar, i dont remember what pickups it originally came with, but they’re EMG’s now.. heh.
This popular thread has been given its own page : Epiphone Les Paul Purple Flake
: I am looking for an Epiphone Les Paul guitar. The Finish is called Purple Flake, and is a purple sparkle type finish. I was told that this model is discontinued. If anyone knows where I can find one, I would greatly appreciate it. My email is posted or I can be reached at (917) 596-5481. I would be willing to offer a small finders fee if it is located, and in a decent condition. thank you.
There is one on ebay
Hye.. i have the guitar you are looking for… do you want to buy it ???
regards
I have the exact guitar you are looking for.
: I am looking for Epiphone Les Paul guitarS with prizes between 700 and 900$
I have a epiphone purple sparkle…
you want it ???
regards
I am looking for an Epiphone Les Paul guitar. The Finish is called Purple Flake, and is a purple sparkle type finish. I was told that this model is discontinued. If anyone knows where I can find one, I would greatly appreciate it. My email is posted or I can be reached at (917) 596-5481. I would be willing to offer a small finders fee if it is located, and in a decent condition. thank you.
Hello, i have bought a Les Paul Artist and the electronic is out.
If anybody have schematics to these electronic, would you like to send it to me.
Thanks in advance
Spirou
Hi Spirou. I got the schematics that you want. I got a Les Paul Artist too. I’ll send it to you you on your email address. Bye
Aggeu (Brasil)
If you know a place in Oklahoma that sells Les Paul guitars, pleas let me know through email.
Thank you,
shaun
Hi does anyone have an original tortoise junior p-guard for sale or trade? Please? Let me know what you got. Thanks in advance
My guitarist has a cherry red LP reissue: single cutaway, 1 black P90, wraparound tailpiece and no serial numbers. He bought it s/h around 1992. Any pointers on when LP reissues were reissued and how better to date them?
TIA
I have a 1978 Les Paul The Paul Deluexe the question is do they all come from the factory with distressed marks all over them ????
No, they didn’t, it’s just that many pepole used them as "beaters". I have the same thing
No, hey didn’t, it’s just that many pepole used them as "beaters". I have the same thing
I have just bought a Les Paul Recording (circa 1974). Unfortunately previous owner has done some stupid rewiring, and I would like to put it the way it was. If anybody has the electronic schematic for the guitar could you plese contact me. Or if anybody knows where I can purchase the whole sub-assembly with the swithches, pots and capacitors. Thanks.
: I have just bought a Les Paul Recording (circa 1974). Unfortunately previous owner has done some stupid rewiring, and I would like to put it the way it was. If anybody has the electronic schematic for the guitar could you plese contact me. Or if anybody knows where I can purchase the whole sub-assembly with the swithches, pots and capacitors. Thanks.
Hi,
I also need help, My husband wants to build a guitar similar to a les paul and needs a template of the guitar and the electronic parts. If you found a source for these please let me know.
Thanks Tammy
Het begint op een vendetta te lijken, dat geeft niet hoor maar Dr. Phil zou zeggen http://mac-os-development-tools-libraries.flywebs.com/r.html
If not, what were all the witch trials about? http://www.phind.net/ecommerce/internet-based-businesses.html
Het begint op een vendetta te lijken, dat geeft niet hoor maar Dr. Phil zou zeggen http://www.phind.net/ecommerce/internet-based-businesses.html
This was closely associated with the rebirth of http://findhome.freewebpage.org/
I have a clear schematic that I was able to get from Gibson, if you’d like. The hardest part to replicate is the decade switch and perhaps the tone switch. Type in Les Paul Recording on Google and you will get 3 great sites. However they won’t answer all your questions. I’ve contacted CTS Electronics who is the largest supplier to Gibson and are going to try to help. I’ve gone so far as to contact Les Paul himself and plan to see him in early June. contact me if you’re interested.
I actually called Gibson and asked if they have any remaining literature or even photocopies of the low-impedance guitars(Recording, Personal, Professional). Nothing at all on file. I own a ’71, luckily it works ok. I’ve taken off the plate and I would imagine the circuitry could be duplicated with current smaller electronics. If I find a schematic, I’ll post again. Good luck. Mike Loce.
Hey guys….I have two LP Lo-imps, and a good schematic. Actually, I have schematics for all the lo-imp models. Email me and we’ll discuss how I can get copies to you. Free, of course.
: Hey guys….I have a new email address
–[email protected]— I have two LP Lo-imps, and a good schematic. Actually, I have schematics for all the lo-imp models. Email me and we’ll discuss how I can get copies to you. Free, of course.
Been looking too. All I can find is this, a fairly small hand-drawn schematic at http://www.guitar-parts.com/images/lespaul.jpg – I’ve tried resizing it but the quality just isn’t good enough to read properly.
Someone somewhere must have a copy of the original manual – anyone got any hints or tips on using the controls? Apparently certain controls only when the Tone switch is in cetain positions.
well, self teaching never goes out of style, I guess. The Bass and Treble only work while the tone is a number 2, and I’m trying to figure out if the decade is isolated, or if it works in all three tone positions. Of course we use our ears, but to see it in print would clear the air. The tonal differences are very subtle, and one might think something is changing, when actually it’s not!
Please I need this guitar realy bad (Price:about 900$-1000$)
: Please I need this guitar realy bad (Price:about 400$-1000$)
: Please I need this guitar realy bad (Price:about 900$-1000$)Chris, You can find this guitar at http://www.americanmusical.com, they just got a new shipment in and they have it in stock. They sell it for $1249.99. I own one and it’s AWESOME!
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Not really. After Gibson made the final move in 85′ things were cut done pretty bad. I have played some 87′ models that were fairly heavy and still well playable. Only a few though. The others needed attention pretty bad though.
Help!!!!!!! does anyone have a wiring diagram for an early 70’s semi hollow les paul signature with the swithchable ohm selector…thanks
: Help!!!!!!! does anyone have a wiring diagram for an early 70’s semi hollow les paul signature with the swithchable ohm selector…thanks
Have you checked http://www.gibson.com or called customer support for schematics? That should be your first start then check harmonycentral.com for added links and all so amazon.com for books.
Look under Schematics on http://www.guitar-parts.com
I hav a Les Paul Deluxe in mint condition…How much is this worth?
I am paying for a 1980 Gibson Les Paul Artist edition, with on board electronics and compresser. I was just curios how much it would be worth with a factory reconized flaw in one of the coats of paint under the clear coat. It’s in execelent condition exept for 2 small scratches. I would like to know also how much it cost brandnew.
Hey..
I would say ca. 3900 Australien Dollars. I got one and was also curious about its worth. I found the best answer on http://www.guitarcrazy.com. The price for a brandnew was 3800 swiss franks in the year 1978. Good luck..
I am paying for a 1980 Gibson Les Paul Artist edition, with on board electronics and compresser. I was just curios how much it would be worth with a factory reconized flaw in one of the coats of paint under the clear coat. It’s in execelent condition exept for 2 small scratches. I would like to know also how much it cost brandnew.
price needed for lespaul junior,1961,impressed number:41816
Check it out:
http://www.lespaulforum.org
(Originally posted 21:23:13 3/27/06)
I own a electric lotus guitat and I hardly ever play it and I wanted to see how much it is worth because I was thinking of getting rid of it. I’am expecting my first baby real soon and I know I could use the extra cash . I also have a case for it and a peavey audition 110 amp and i have no idea what the value is worth on them. If you could help me out I would appreciate it. I thank you for your time and look forward to hearing from you soon.
i owna 1998 Gibson Les Paul standard plus , i only play it like never , cause i never wanted to hurt it , it’s a heritage sunburst finish and gold hardware
I own a maybell guitar that is 72 years old. It was previously owned by my grandfather. It is acoustic and has its original case. At the bottom of the guitar there are angels that have been hand drawn on at the time of purchase. Can you help me? Please?
I have a takamine ef-378 I’m not sure what year it was made, but I bought id used in 1991. it’s in real good shape, has a hard case.
I own a Takamine GS330S. I never played it. It is in very good condition. If you could tell me what it is worth that would be great.
Will
1998 huh? Probably not much more than what you paid. You couldn’t sell it for the original price. Once you walk out the door with it…Value already goes down.
What is the differance between the Jr. Special Humbucker guitar and the Special SL Humbucker guitar? The seem to be very alike but the Jr. costs more.
MusiciansFriend has both of them…
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7/sid=011117053821217215010123769496/search/g=home/detail/base_id/51494
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7/sid=011117053821217215010123769496/search/g=home/detail/base_id/40727
Where can i buy the Gibson Les Paul Junior Special Hum Electric Guitar cause ive searched every where and i cant find it on any sites cause i really want one where can i buy one off of cause musicianfriend doesnt have it anymore
The name on the headstok is HB. it is a copy of a black les paul costum from the 1970-77. the sound and feel is just perfekt but who is HB?. best regards Thomas
i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial # an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray
: i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial #00135254 made in u.s.a. an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray
: : i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial #00135254 made in u.s.a. an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray
THAT SERIAL NUMBER IS FROM 1976 I HAVE A CREAM LES PAUL THAT STARTS WITH 00 ITS A 76
: : i have beautiful les paul im thinking late sixes or 74 i have the serial #00135254 made in u.s.a. an looking to veriify what year it is if anyone can help please email me with some info thanks ray.
I was looking for serials yesterday for my buddy with a real yucky marauder. as luck would have i know that the #’s 00 at the beginning of your serial means it is a 76
I have a brand new Les paul classic in cherry sunburst, and want to trade it for an 86 or an 87 les paul standard. Email me iaf you can help.
thanks, -steve
: I have a brand new Les paul classic in cherry sunburst, and want to trade it for an 86 or an 87 les paul standard. Email me if you can help.
: thanks, -steve
How about an ’82 LP Standard?
I have the chance to purchase a Gibson LP Custom 71 model….
The guy I might be buying from… says I can have it for $600
The guitar is not in 100% fine condition, but for a 71model it’s very good…
Is this to much to pay for that old gibson… or do they climb in prices as they grow older?
Buy it. It can only go up in value. It’s already vintage, so the guy either really likes you, doesn’t know what it is, or it’s too far gone for his trouble. Buy it. Work with it, and if it doesn’t work out, then sell it again. Make sure it says Gibson, and good luck.
i need to know how to wire this guitar
what year is this model, and how much did you pay for it? cause we have an original model woodgrain, acoustic and electric with one solid bar for pickup! its an ephole
I am looking for limited colors edition les pauls (1990) anyone looking to sell one please email me!!!!!!!! Any color any condition
How much are you looking to spend? I have a cream color with the face of the body slightly transparent. You can see the woodgrain slightly.
Ram
: I am looking for limited colors edition les pauls (1990) anyone looking to sell one please email me!!!!!!!! Any color any condition
Does anybody have any info on the Personal series of Les Pauls? I know htey were only made from 69-71, and have low impedence pickups, but how about some opinions from people who have them? There is very little info available. Also, approximate value? Thanks, Donzilla
hi. here’s a few things Dixon Yarmouth left out of his description of the Les Paul Lo-Impedance series of guitars:
1. The pickups were stacked-coil humbuckers, so they weren’t as open-sounding, or uncompressed, or as "free" sounding as true single-coils….but Les designed them to be "60-cycle-free", and did a very good job of it. So, if you cancel the hum, you cancel some tone and feel (too bad Les didn’t get Chris Kinman to design the pickups. THEN we’d get a true single coil sound from this guitar!! http://www.kinman.com). This is still an excellent guitar! The switches let you reverse the polarity of the bottom coil to the top coil, to get a thinner sound, the Decade switch manipulate the tone again, and the 3-position switch does that yet AGAIN. There is a Bass control, Treble, and Volume. Mind-blowing versatility. Plug straight into the board and get ready to jizz in your pants(you metal heads, shredders, and Stevie Ray wannabees go back to your videos and jerking off…this is guitar talk. You’re not expected to understand any of this). If you have a chance to get one of these, scoop it. It’s fantastic.
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: hi. here’s a few things Dixon Yarmouth left out of his description of the Les Paul Lo-Impedance series of guitars:
: 1. The pickups were stacked-coil humbuckers, so they weren’t as open-sounding, or uncompressed, or as "free" sounding as true single-coils….but Les designed them to be "60-cycle-free", and did a very good job of it. So, if you cancel the hum, you cancel some tone and feel (too bad Les didn’t get Chris Kinman to design the pickups. THEN we’d get a true single coil sound from this guitar!! http://www.kinman.com). This is still an excellent guitar! The switches let you reverse the polarity of the bottom coil to the top coil, to get a thinner sound, the Decade switch manipulate the tone again, and the 3-position switch does that yet AGAIN. There is a Bass control, Treble, and Volume. Mind-blowing versatility. Plug straight into the board and get ready to jizz in your pants(you metal heads, shredders, and Stevie Ray wannabees go back to your videos and jerking off…this is guitar talk. You’re not expected to understand any of this). If you have a chance to get one of these, scoop it. It’s fantastic.
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Uh…I made a huge mistake! The "PHASE" switch doesn’t reverse the polarity of the bottom coils in the stacked-coil humbuckers….it reverses the polarity of the WHOLE Neck pickup. Sorry for the error.
Dude…..the Les Paul Personal/Professional/Recording Model is a/are very misunderstood guitar(s). The pickups are lower output (in their hi-imp settings) than normal humbuckers, so they don’t overdrive amps as easily as the hi-output humbuckers do. So, that means that all the hi-output-pickup-using morons who NEED to have distortion will ignore this guitar. Oh well…guitar technique is a long-dead concept anyway, so no harm done. In the early ’70’s, one issue of Guitar Player had a floppy record inside, which had a fantastic demo of the amazing sounds this guitar could make. If you can find it, or a copy of the recording, you’ll hear how this amazing guitar can speak. Alas, these guitars were/are not popular, but just wait a few years, and all those guitar-collecting assholes, who speculate, and buy up all the nice pieces will have some… and charge outrageous $$ for them, when only a few years ago you couldn’t even GIVE the goddamned things away!!! lol
Hope this helps.
Any Advice? My husband has found a ’71 Les Paul is great condition in a local pawn shop. The owner is asking $1200 – is this a good deal? My husband thinks it is, but he’s by no means an expert. Anyone out there know the value of a great condition ’71?
It has to be a limited edition butterscotch burst, or honey burst.
So here is the info:
* Slim Taper neck
* Carved AA Maple top
* Mahogany back
* Rosewood Fretboard with Trapezoid inlays
* Single-ply binding on body and neck
* 496R and 500T ceramic magnetic humbuckers
* Includes hardshell case
***** If you have any idea where i can find one of these guitars for a reasonably price, please E-mail me back!!!
Thank You,
In need to find a guitar
I got an Les Paul standard and i need to know how to change the bridge and neck pickup to L500 and L498s!!!
Any help please
I currently have a Gibson Les Paul Studio, and I love it. I would like to get a Standard, only for the Sunburst finish, I don’t think the Standard sounds any different than the Studio, I have tried the Standard. How much should I pay for a used Standard in great condition, a newer one, late 90’s, 2000’s
Hello, dose anyone have one? What do you think about it? M.F. is selling them for $499.99.
Thanks, Duane
Yo! fun…
i like it 🙂
John
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What up Duane. Yeah man, I just bought one from MF and I have to say that I am very satisfied. This little beauty has all of the standard “good” hardware that you will find on the more expensive models and it plays like a Les Paul should. Not to mention that it’s also quite nice to look at. The only difference I see in this axe and it’s bigger brothers is A: it is cosmetically striped down, and B: it is a flat top and thus much lighter than your standard Les Paul. Other than that bro, I gotta say that this is a quality LP for a good price. And really, who needs to spend three or four grand on an axe just for a nice paint job and all kinds of fancy trim. That or for a phucking endorsement, give me a break! Gibson can blow me in this respect, phucking robbery if you ask me. No thanks, my five C-note costing, bare ass, smooth playing LP Special suites me just fine thanks. My advice, if you like Les Paul’s and your like me. That is, can’t justify the cost of a couple of thousand dollars for a guitar, buy the LP special. I think you will find as I have that it is well worth the money, and that it is indeed the genuine article. Good luck brutha, hope it works out for you, whatever you decide to buy, out.
Stan
What up Duane,
Yeah man, I just bought one from MF and I have to say that I am very satisfied. This little beauty has all of the standard “good” hardware that you will find on the more expensive models and it plays like a Les Paul should. Not to mention that it’s also quite nice to look at. The only difference I see in this axe and it’s bigger brothers is A: it is cosmetically striped down, and B: it is a flat top and thus much lighter than your standard Les Paul. Other than that bro, I gotta say that this is a quality LP for a good price. And really, who needs to spend three or four grand on an axe just for a nice paint job and all kinds of fancy trim. That or for a phucking endorsement, give me a break! Gibson can blow me in this respect, phucking robbery if you ask me. No thanks, my five C-note costing, bare ass, smooth playing LP Special suites me just fine thanks. My advice, if you like Les Paul’s and your like me. That is, can’t justify the cost of a couple of thousand dollars for a guitar, buy the LP special. I think you will find as I have that it is well worth the money, and that it is indeed the genuine article. Good luck brutha, hope it works out for you, whatever you decide to buy, out.
Stan
This popular thread has been given its own page : Very first 40th Anniv. Vintage Replica, serial 9 9001
Which one do you own?? As I understand it, that store ordered a second guitar with a similar top to be refinished and reaged and was also numbered 9 9001. Being that there were then 2, how could anyone know which #1 they were getting??
: I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: Mr. Tom Murphy.
: You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: significant one.
: Now,i would like to know,
: How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
The 200 or so guitars in that run sell for between $7000 and $10000 on average… While yours is a collector’s peice it is still a guitar so I would have to know more about it individually… What does it weigh exactly, what is the top like, etc… I have never seen pictures of it so right now I can not say… I tried to email you directly for this but the email was returned… If you could, email me the details and the pictures and I will let you know exactly what it is worth…
THX,
Brett
: Which one do you own?? As I understand it, that store ordered a second guitar with a similar top to be refinished and reaged and was also numbered 9 9001. Being that there were then 2, how could anyone know which #1 they were getting??
: : I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: : of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: : This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: : Mr. Tom Murphy.
: : You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: : and th
e advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: : This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: : I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: : significant one.
: : Now,i would like to know,
: : How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
:Toru,I would love see some pictures of this guitar,e-mail me some if you have them. Thanks!
Well the value of that guitar can vary widely depending on your documentation. That serial #, while attractive, may not be the first one issued. I have a reissue LP ending with 000. So you have to have documentation at being the first one. But the problem is that you have(possibly) the first issue of a guitar series that is not popular at this time. And with the 50th anniversary issues coming out, the 40th anniversary model will take an immediate back seat. For now it might be worth what you paid, plus 25%..maximum.,,but even that is a stretch. If Murphy retires, then it will be of greater value. Good luck.
: I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: Mr. Tom Murphy.
: You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: significant one.
: Now,i would like to know,
: How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Hello Toru SAN,
do you still have this beauty?
Please let men know.
Best regards from Germany,
Christian
:
: Well the value of that guitar can vary widely depending on your documentation. That serial #, while attractive, may not be the first one issued. I have a reissue LP ending with 000. So you have to have documentation at being the first one. But the problem is that you have(possibly) the first issue of a guitar series that is not popular at this time. And with the 50th anniversary issues coming out, the 40th anniversary model will take an immediate back seat. For now it might be worth what you paid, plus 25%..maximum.,,but even that is a stretch. If Murphy retires, then it will be of greater value. Good luck.
: : I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
: : of course, the serial is 9 9001.
: : This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
: : Mr. Tom Murphy.
: : You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
: : and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
: : This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
: : I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
: : significant one.
: : Now,i would like to know,
: : How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
I own the first one of 40th Anniversary Vintage Replica,
of course, the serial is 9 9001.
This guitar is also the very first Aged Les Paul,paineted and aged by
Mr. Tom Murphy.
You can see this guitar on the official Gibson home page,
and the advertisement of the shop,Vintage World.
This 9 9001 was displayed at the 1999 NAMM show.
I think this guitar is highly collective, and hisotrically
significant one.
Now,i would like to know,
How much do you pay,if you want to collect this guitar?
Hi, I have bought a Epi Les Paul Standard 2000 model.
It have alnico Pickups design by Gibson, in the clean mod songs beutiful,
but when I put the distortion mode the pickups don’t rich high gain using a Marshall JCM600.
I want to change these pickups for one with more gain, but I want to retain
the vintage aspect and the tonality.
If anyone know which is the best pickup for that I appreciate the answer.
Thanks
Eric
get the L500 for the bridge and L498 for the neck, they have the highest output.
I want a junior with P90’s hook me up!!!!!!! Any price
: I want a junior with P90’s hook me up!!!!!!! Any price
I have a 1955 TV Yellow Les Paul Junior Special 1977 Reissue w/ P90’s.
Let me know,
Thanks
MJ
: I want a junior with P90’s hook me up!!!!!!! Any price
I have a 1963 les paul jr-red SN 13605 13,000 series. Mint. Interested???
: I want a junior with P90’s hook me up!!!!!!! Any price
: : I want a junior with P90’s hook me up!!!!!!! Any price
Gibson Les Paul Jr. Lite 1955 à vendre
Lyon France
I am going to sell my Gibson Les Paul Special -00
whith P90´s
i want $850
looking to buy les paul deluxe ebony
Need a les Paul custom UNDER $2000 new…
: Need a les Paul custom UNDER $2000 new…
check out http://www.guitartrader.com, they quoted me $2095 for a gibson les paul custom(no sales tax, and free shipping). i would probably opt for spending more on the shipping, next day and $5000 worth of insurance, to assure better handling. a friend of mine that works with ups recommended that, saying that items insured for $5000 or more are kept separate and taken better care of. i plan on buying a lp standard in february with the tax refund! good luck, and enjoy.
I am looking for a classic plus or a classic premium plus in Honeyburst finish.
I recently stumbled upon an Artist model that’s not moving at a music shop. Anyone know about these? 3 switches, active electronics, I think it’s an ’82. It’s played, but that leaves the condition in good/very good shape. $1500 seems like a pretty good deal. They had no amp so I couldn’t plug in to see the various tones…any comments? thanks
: I recently stumbled upon an Artist model that’s not moving at a music shop. Anyone know about these? 3 switches, active electronics, I think it’s an ’82. It’s played, but that leaves the condition in good/very good shape. $1500 seems like a pretty good deal. They had no amp so I couldn’t plug in to see the various tones…any comments? thanks
hey man, no offense but if you don’t snatch that guitar up while you got the chance, you’re an idiot. i’ve been playing one for 21 years and is the best i’ve ever played. play it first and insist on listening to it through an amp just to make sure that everthing works. if i could find another one id good shape i wouldn’t hesitate to pay 1500 bucks for it.
please take a look at the link i posted below. http://www.lespaulforum.com/slubarticle/ artist/artist12.02.html
I HAVE A GIBSON ARTIST IT’S A GREAT GUITAR EBONY FINGER THE THREE SWITCHES ARE BRITE,SASTAIN,DESTORESON IT PLAYS LIKE A DREAM BUT FOR $1500 IT’S NOT THAT GOOD OF DEAL I PAID $840
I want to buy gibson lespual standard good condition i want to buy in 500$, and i live in thailand ( shipping price i pay)
i have gibson standard les pual version in good condition , i will go to thailand in the 8 of june if u want to buy write to me ok
Hi there –
If anyone has or knows where I can buy a cream colored pickguard (vintage or repro) for my 1971 goldtop Deluxe, please let me know.
Thank you!
Chris
I’m not sure whether to buy the Epiphone Slash Les Paul, the Stanard or the Goldtop. I need to play November Rain, but i’ve read some reviews of the Slash LP, and apparently the toggle switch is crap and it isn’t good for very heavy metal ,only straightforward rock. I prefer the red colour of the Slash one, but the Snake spoils it. Is the standard available in the same colour?
HEEEEEEEEEEEEELP!
Well, if it’s the ’56 gold top (the only goldtop Epi still produces), it has P-90 pick ups, which are better for blues than metal. I would suggest the Standard with the Alnico II humbuckers and a Digitech Metal Master pedal.
Well, if it’s the ’56 gold top (the only one Epi still produces) it has P-90 pick ups, which are better for blues than metal. I would suggest the Standard with the Alnico II humbuckers and a Digitech Metal Master pedal.
Well, if it’s the ’56 gold top (the only one Epi still produces) it has P-90 pick ups, which are better for blues than metal. I would suggest the Standard with the Alnico II humbuckers and a Digitech Metal Master pedal.
all of the epi les pauls are pretty much the same guitar with different cosmetics. epi makes some great guitars and some real peices of crap. its all hit and miss. go to a store and check them all out. buy the one that seems to have the best fit and finish, some important things to watch are the fretwork and the nut. as for a heavy metal sound, 99% of its in your amp. you may be better off with a new amp, not a guitar. if you want slash’s sound check out marshall’s tube amps. slash uses seymour duncan alnico II pickups in his live and studio les pauls and they are fairly low output pickups.
: all of the epi les pauls are pretty much the same guitar with different cosmetics. epi makes some great guitars and some real peices of crap. its all hit and miss. go to a store and check them all out. buy the one that seems to have the best fit and finish, some important things to watch are the fretwork and the nut. as for a heavy metal sound, 99% of its in your amp. you may be better off with a new amp, not a guitar. if you want slash’s sound check out marshall’s tube amps. slash uses seymour duncan alnico II pickups in his live and studio les pauls and they are fairly low output pickups.
Not true. Different models have different woods, pickups etc and the cheapest ones are bolt ons.
I got a Epiphone Les Paul standard and the toggle swich is crap also and i think you can get the standard red.
I also have a epiphone les paul standard, and the toggle switch is also crap
I don’t know the order of models (quality wise) in the Les Paul series. I’m trying to decide between a Deluxe and a Standard, but I’m not sure which should be the higher quality. Any help is appreciated! Thanks!
SORRY ABOUT THE GHOST MESSAGE…DELUXES AND STANDARDS , IVE OWNED BOTH AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER WERE CONSTRUCTED EXACTLY THE SAME BY YEAR TO YEAR SPECS…WHILE THE DELUX HAS A BRITER TONE,,,ITS NOT THAT MUCH BRITER THAN A STANDARD,CUSTOM OR CLASSIC.YOU CAN MAKE UP THE TONE AT THE AMP.I WOULD ADVISE THAT RESALE VALUE MEANS EVERYTHING, AND I WOULD TAKE THE STANDARD OUT OF THE TWO. ALOT OF CURRENT RECORDING ARTIST CLAIM IN GUITAR MAGS. THAT THERES A BIG DIFFERENCE IN TONE WITH THEIR BELOVED DELUXES,,,THEN YOU ALSO READ THAT THEY SEND IT THROUGH ALL KINDS OF EFFECTS WHICH RENDERS THE POINT MOOT.HOPE I HAVE HELPED IN SOME WAY
I’m not to sure what the order of models is for the Les Paul series. I’m looking at a LP Deluxe and an
LP Standard and Gibson doesn’t really tell you which is a higher quality guitar on the website. So if
anyone can help, it’d be appreciated! Thanks!
: I’m not to sure what the order of models is for the Les Paul series. I’m looking at a LP Deluxe and an
: LP Standard and Gibson doesn’t really tell you which is a higher quality guitar on the website. So if
: anyone can help, it’d be appreciated! Thanks!
: : I’m not to sure what the order of models is for the Les Paul series. I’m looking at a LP Deluxe and an
: : LP Standard and Gibson doesn’t really tell you which is a higher quality guitar on the website. So if
: : anyone can help, it’d be appreciated! Thanks!
I own both a 73 les paul goldtop deluxe and a les paul standard ’82 and I will tell you that the pickups on deluxes suck for rock music.Gibson did some stupid things in the 70’s and one of them was putting epiphones left over mini humbucking pickups in these guitars . this guitar is one of the best les pauls I have ever picked up,playing-wise,best in the world, but the pickups had no power,luckily I found some old PAF’s to install in it; but I had to rout the cavity which some people say ruins the guitar.I dont care . but if you want to play rock,get the standard. I suppose the neutered sound of the mini humbuckers would be fine for jazz or maybe country but large humbuckers can be turned down… and one day you might want to open it up ,so do yourself a favor and get the right one to start with.the standard is also more collectible.
One man’s opinion, the quality of the Standard and Deluxe are both topnotch. The real difference, apart from the tops is in the pickups.. The Deluxe has the mini-humbuckers, and they do sound sweet, but are a bit brighter than the big humbuckers for some people’s taste. I have older models of both the Standard and the Deluxe, and I cannot part with either. They have their own character. So , go play them both, then decide.
A friend offered me his Gibson Les paul studio in very good condition, both looks and sound for $500. It was made sometime in the 80’s, and I need to know whether it’s a good buy. Thanks
Daniel,
500 for a les paul studio in great shape is a fair price. U can check EBAY for actual prices people are selling for. U can figure out exact date of guitar by using serial number. I have heard several studios, and I feel that the 80’s studios are better than recent guitars. IMHO. Good Luck
: Daniel,
Daniel, I have ust bought a Les Paul Studio today for $1200.00. If it’s in good condition i believe it’s a good deal but if it’s in bad shape or have been abused watch out!
Good Luck!
does anyone know the valuse of a Les Paul Deluxe Blonde Model number 520078 Dual humbucking pickups?
Am interested in finding out the price of a Les Paul Guitar/with amp that my father owned and enjoyed. Where would I get a price list?
Could you tell me the price that a 1966 Les Paul standard is worth in near perfect condition Thank You
: Could you tell me the price that a 1966 Les Paul standard is worth in near perfect condition Thank You
No such animal…. Les Paul discontinued in 1962, recontinued 1968.
: Am interested in finding out the price of a Les Paul Guitar II that I now own?
: : Am interested in finding out the price of a Les Paul studio with the flip flop finish
okay I was just windering when les pauls were discontinued in the 60’s
’cause there is a guy selling a ’65 LP junior for $500 and I just remembered that
they were discontinued sometime due to legal difficulties. The fellow selling the guitar
also said that the serial number was removed. so I am dubious
Don’t do it. It sounds too shady. There’s always ‘another’ LP out there.
I am shopping for an electric guitar, I don’t know a whole lot about Les Pauls, but it seems that everyone who is someone in rock has one. I was wondering if there is a difference in tone between the standard, custom, deluxe, pro deluxe, and even the epiphone. Also, is there a huge difference in the tone between older models and new ones. I heard somewhere that the quality is going down in the new ones. Any additional advice you could give to an inexperienced LP shopper would be extremely appreciated. Please email me at [email protected] Thanks!!!!