The neck is now carved to a slim, fast '60s-style profile that measures .800-inch deep at the 1st fret and .875-inch at the 12th, and is topped with a rich brown fingerboard made from granadillo. Currency: Its pretty common knowledge that the late 80's early 90's Les Paul Studios are just as good as the Standards of the time, as they are basically identical minus the binding. [5] It was in production from December 2002 until 2008 and had a standard body, no pick-guard, gold hardware, dot-type fret markers, mother of pearl Gibson headstock logo, and a unique metallic green-leaf within the truss rod cover. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. It now has a Seymour 59 set which I like. Simple Returns, Secure Transactions, Human Support. Approx 7 lbs. In fact if you can find a late 80's studio standard, they have the binding as well, the only difference being they have dot markers. Responding to a gap in their model lineup for a lower-priced Les Paul in 1983, Gibson introduced the Studio model. Tuners: Gibson Deluxe. The series was discontinued in 2005 due to low sales. Hi does anyone know the specs of my 2006 studio,its made january 2006 usa,thanks azimuth Senior Member Joined May 15, 2008 Messages 602 Reaction score 25 Aug 6, 2009 #4 I have the same year Studio from march '06. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. At Reverb, your safety and security is our priority. The 2006 was heavier at 8.5 lbs and had a beige pickguard and truss rod cover with gold "Studio" lettering. If the bridge polepiece spacing is different from the polepiece spacing of the neck pickup then the pickups should be the 490R and 498T. The Les Paul Studio Premium Plus features the same Rosewood Fretboard and 490R/498T Humbuckers as the Les Paul Studios of this era, with the addition of a Flamed Maple Top; Available in Rootbeer, Trans Red, Trans Amber, Trans Black, and Natural; Originally known as the Les Paul Studio Plus from 2001 - 2006 Made from 20012005. Thank you for your request. But I could alway try it. There is a case (although not a Gibson case) and some pics of it in the link. Available in Desert Burst (DB), Trans Black (BL, 200405), or Trans Red (TR, disc. The fretboards are all made from "Curupay" harvested from forests certified in accordance with the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Not looking for trades at this time, thanks. Please check the fields highlighted in red. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Foreign exchange special$825 including shipping and old generic case for protection for shipping. Its an instantly recognisable and satisfying tone thats easy to control with the minimum amount of fuss. 3,066. You can post now and register later. We take as accurate of pictures as possible and include the most accurate specs as we can. Upload or insert images from URL. Gibson Brands. Custom Inlayed letters MAC on 3rd 5th and 7th fret. My backup guitar at the time, a 2004 Epiphone Les Paul Standard (Ill refer to this many times in this article for comparison) didnt have this problem, at less then half the price. In 2009, the Vintage Mahogany was renamed the Les Paul Studio Faded. [6], The Studio Swamp Ash (LPSANSCH1) was manufactured between 2003 and 2011. So partly with necessity and partly in panic I removed the strings, control knobs and broke out the sandpaper. Limited edition Standard Plus in "black cherry" with factory gold hardware. The neck is made from mahogany and is "set" into the body. It may not be so easy to find Jupiler per se. I was amazed with the results, a beautiful natural wood Gibson Les Paul, with customised wiring, and the added benefit of a satin finish on the back of the neck, which made it much speedier than the sticky nitro beforehand. Feel free to call us toll free at (800)222-4700, Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri 9-8, and Sat 9-7 Eastern. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Aug 25, 2006. January 1, 2012 in Gibson USA. By In 2007 the non-faded Les Pauls still got the 490R and 498T as far as I could check, but if you check the spacing of the polepieces of the bridge pickup you will know for sure. Much has been said about how easy a Gibson Les Paul is to play, not least by the man Les Paul himself. It would be a weight relieved body and not the chambered, other then that it will have the normal spec's of todays studios. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Les Paul Studio Silverburst Full Specs Tap on Spec for Quick Find Body Shape LP feature-bodyShape [0] 113 Body Type Solid Body feature-bodyType [0] 138 Body Wood Mahogany feature-bodyWood [0] 3 Body Top Wood Maple feature-bodyTopWood [0] 14 Bridge Tune-O-Matic feature-bridge [0] 58 Bridge Pickup Type Humbucker feature-bridgePickupType [0] 54 1) Did the 2007 Studios come with the 498T/490R pickups like the current models? I have play Strats for 40+ year and this is my first LP. Exclusive deals, delivered straight to your inbox. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Display as a link instead, Usually it's Heineken, Brand, Hertog Jan or other brands they have on draft as their standard lager. Along the way I somehow destroyed my bridge tone pot innards (probably the sawdust), so I disconnected it, giving the bridge pickup slightly more top end and output, which I loved! The maple top model's came with 490/498's. Version 2 made from 20082011. If I had my eye on another guitar and only had one Les Paul Studio I would NOT put it on the market! Could never get the Bridge volume to match the neck. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I always looked forward to going back to Gibson with its slinkier setup and finer finishing. Spain, I agree, and the reason I prefer to cut through with output is that I dont want a lifeless, clean-ish signal cutting through, I want a sustaining, on the edge of feedback, singing guitar voice. Very sweet sounding neck pickup and the bridge has plenty enough heat for all rock styles. It was also available in different colors, such as Cherry Sunburst, Tobacco Burst and Ferrari Red. 0.8 oz Materials Used Glue: Franklin Titebond 50 Etc. You never knowthe guitar market is slow. To us, the Studio is a solid baseline model that could, perhaps, be upgraded later with a standalone set of Burstbucker pickups, if desired. While the back and the neck are made from the usual mahogany, the carved top is made from Muiricatiara, along with a Preciosa rosewood fingerboard. In order to produce a lower-cost Les Paul, features such as body binding, neck binding, and headstock inlays were not available. To learn more about our cookie policy, please visit our Privacy Policy. I have a late 06 Studio, chambered (they started late 06 and didnt tell anyone). Gibson Les Paul Studio 2006 - Black $1,299.99 $311.11 price drop $988.88 Used - Excellent Great Value Add to Cart Electric Guitars Solid Body Gibson Strings Attached Music Greenwood, DE, United States Gibson Les Paul Studio 2006 Used - Very Good $1,250 + $75 Shipping It looks like that piece of gear is gone. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. A Sweetwater Sales Engineer will get back to you shortly. Traditional mahogany body and set '59 Les Paul rounded mahogany neck, pearloid trapezoid inlays and 490R and 498T alnico magnet humbuckers. Id upgraded the Epiphone to be a worthy backup (new switch and Seymour Duncan 59 and JB neck and bridge pickups), but the Gibson Les Paul Studio always sounded wider, classier, clearer, cleaner and more natural, compared to the blurrier, narrower sounding Epiphone. 2003) finish. Unfortunately, moisture got under the nitro on mine, which blistered the finish resulting in an unsightly missing patch with the bare wood exposed. The Official Reverb ShopGrab a piece of Polo & Pan's gear nowShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. While I don't know off hand the year they started with the quick connect setup, I also prefer the "older" setup too. Want to play Brothers in Arms (Dire Straits) ? About This Listing. Please contact them to ask about shipping. $1,199.99. Welcome! My 95 is probably not weight relieved, I really don't know, and I don't really care either way.. Sadly, from that point on, the tuning on my Gibson Les Paul Studio always needed to be managed. Built 11/22/06. The model is available in worn brown and worn cherry finishes, featuring a "satin" nitrocellulose finish. Case: Hardcase. Nowadays of course, the lower output Burstbuckers have replaced them on many models. Of course the missing quarter inch of the Gibson Les Paul Studio brings its weight closer to that of a Strat anyway. It is what I'd expect to feel when I pick up a Les Paul. LOL! This all original guitar has been very well taken care of and is in excellent condition. or Best Offer. The 490R and 498T pickups provide tight, high-output humbucking performance and the two push-pull pots offer additional coil-tapping options. The name M-III refers to the Gibson M-III model, which was a Superstrat-style guitar, for which these electronics were originally developed.[3]. Product Specs. Got a Mojotone prewired harness and put in the 57's. They say 2006 was the last of the non-chambered ones. Oops, looks like you forgot something. The neck is too blurry for overdriven rhythm, while the bridge barges its way through anything. This is a like new Gibson Les Paul Studio in ebony with chrome hardware. The late 90's had smaller 'Trapezoid' inlays and the bodies were thinner. lol. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. I don't have a scale to weigh this one. she's a beast. [1] The Studio was designed to attract guitar players who desired traditional Les Paul sound without having to pay for cosmetic features of upscale models. View similar gear Watch Learn More. 1995-2022 Harmony Central, Inc. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy | The Gibson Les Paul Studio has been the accessible, stripped down version of the icon since 1983. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. : so what is meant by "Good" electronics? Outside of the lack of Gibson Burstbuckers, there isn't much to complain about on the Studio's spec sheet. The SmartWood Exotic had a thinner, belly contoured, body than the Studio (somewhat similar to that of the Les Paul Custom Lite), and had "smart wood" written on the truss rod cover. * 490R and 498T Alnico 2 magnet humbucker pickups, * 2 volume and 2 tone knobs, 3-way switch. They are rare and highly sought after. My 02 is just under 9lbs but it feels feather light compared to the 95. Lastly, it featured speedknobs, which was another upgrade over my old Les Paul Standard. Clear editor. I found a 2009 gloss black Studio in mint condition for $650 and may buy it Sunday if it all checks out OK. Is this year a 50s rounded neck, weight relieved or chambered, 498T/490R? Very Light Weight - Chambered Construction. This guitar is set up well and plays great up and down the neck. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Gibson Les Paul Studio 1989 - Wine Red, Excellent + condition, Gibson HS Case, One woner from New, Free W-Wide Shipping ! The Les Paul Studio features 490R/498T Humbuckers, and a Mahogany Body with Maple Top Available in a number of different finishes over this period, with Alpine White, Ebony, and Wine Red carrying through the entire 13-year run. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. Synge, J.L. I didnt have time to dismantle the whole guitar as I had no backup by now, and a hectic rehearsal / gigging schedule, so I just did the best I could. About This Listing. This is awarts and all account of the time I spent with the best guitar I ever owned, from proudly buying it online new (799 from Merchant City Music, Glasgow) to eventually offloading it 10 years later for 600. Although flashier appointments have been options in later years (like diamond inlays, and gold hardware), this is meant to be a workhorse guitar. Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! Turn your old gear into new gear with the Sweetwater Gear Exchange! By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The newer Studios of the last few years have the same specs as the early to mid . I wanted to try some Classic 57, which I love in my ES339, so I decided to get a new standard harness. From the tweakiest techniques to the biggest ideas, our experts work hard to constantly supply inSync with a steady stream of helpful, in-depth demos, reviews, how-tos, news, and interviews. The Vintage Mahogany model has a carved mahogany body, top and neck, a rosewood fretboard and Alnico V BurstBucker Pro humbucker pickups, the same humbuckers used in the Les Paul Standard model. My Studio had the lowest buzz-free action id ever achieved on any guitar, and with the shorter scale length (meaning less tension) and a set of .009s its almost too easy to play, so much so that youll want to go up a gauge to tap into the tonal (and tuning) benefits heavier strings bring. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. In the mid 1990s Gibson produced the Studio Lite and Studio Lite M-III. Forget the year, focus on the individual guitar. Nov 21, 2011. Differences between LPJ 2013 and Studio 2006, Epic neck pup journey for my R9, and where I finally landed. #7. Looking to sell this one because I have two and have my eye on another guitar. A little bit of change goes a long way. [1] The name "Studio" comes from the idea that this model would be sonically indistinguishable from a Les Paul Standard or Custom in the recording studio, and that the flashier guitars would be reserved for stage use.[1]. Classic Gibson brown hardshell case Body Top Back Weight Weight Relief: 9 Hole Average Weight (body only): 5 lbs. Chambering started in fact in 2007 on all USA Les Paul models (although there are always exceptions possible with signature guitars). Sweet guitar I don't play enough The Gibson Les Paul Studio is a solid body electric guitar produced by the Gibson Guitar Corporation since 1983. Worse than that though, I really believed the wood was getting damp, muddying the sound further. Overall, the condition is excellent. Hey! The Robot Les Paul Studio Limited was an upgraded studio with Powertune auto-tuning system. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. For some reason, my 2003 Gibson Les Paul Studio shipped with bridge saddles like knife-edges, ripping through my wound strings almost immediately. The fretboard may be either ebony, granadillol or rosewood, depending on production year. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. including shipping and old generic case for protection for shipping. You cannot paste images directly. The Studio Custom was produced in 19831985. The Studio Standard was produced from 19831987 and was very similar to the Studio Custom, including the "dot" inlays, but had a single-ply binding around the body and neck, chrome hardware, and white pickup rings and pick guard. The vintage-style tuners are in great condition. They started chambering in 06, but not sure about the Studios!? or Sweet Child O Mine (Guns n Roses)? * Mahogany '59 Rounded Les Paul Neck Profile, * Tune-o-matic Bridge with Stop Bar Tailpiece, Burstbucker (Pro) V Alnico magnet Humbucker. A Sweetwater Sales Engineer will get back to you shortly. One small ding I found taking pics, Finish starting to yellow in different areas, All stock In my experience though, except for moments where you need that signature neck pickup woman tone, about 95% of my time was spent on the Gibson 498T bridge pickup. 2006 Les Paul standard. Your going to need a Gibson Les Paul on the neck pickup. If the bridge polepiece spacing is different from the polepiece spacing of the neck pickup then the pickups should be the 490R and 498T. Thank in advance. With over 28,000 articles and counting, inSync is your FREE resource for breaking news, reviews, demos, interviews, and more. I guess I would say this,, that it wasn't until you get in to the HP series (2017) that you can start to really put a good debate together on those, vs. other years. Dec 20, 2003. Yeh Me 2..I hope u still have it in a few months or hope I come up w/ some cash. The Les Paul Studio 2016 T delivers classic Les Paul tone, style, and playing feel as well as the versatile voices of split coil humbucking pickups - all in a package that represents amazing value for a genuine American-made Gibson electric guitar. There are also many critical similarities between the two. Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! One piece mahogany back, three piece maple or alder top, maple neck, ebony or rosewood fretboard rounded out the complements. This guitar is in unplayed condition with hangtags and custom shop case. These are available in gold or nickel finish. I can't cover the shipping at this price and it depends upon what type of shipping service the buyer wants as well. I also recently got my first LP Standard after 40 years (I've been mostlya tele guy). Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. The wood had seemed to soften, perhaps due to moisture, and it drifted out of tune more readily. I really love the gold hardware appointments on this model. You must log in or register to reply here. I got an06 in wine red with gold hardware, well used and dinged up, but solid. Thats the theory, but as I found out, the nitro-cellulose finish WILL start to disintegrate after 4 or 5 years, depending on use. Copyright 2021 Gibson Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. 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Either way, big bends where causing tuning issues no matter how hard I tried to clean the nut slots. The Gibson 490R and 498T pickups were standard across the range at the time, and even featured in the high-end customs and supremes of the day. Wether the guitar in question is chambered or not I don't know. [citation needed], The SmartWood Exotic line (19962002), which was composed of six models. Available in Natural (200608), Root Beer (200607), Trans Amber (200607), Trans Black (200607), or Trans Red (200607) finish. Its already been covered both in my own articles (Why the Gibson Les Paul Is Better Than the Fender StratocasterandWhy the Fender Stratocaster is better than the Gibson Les Paul) and in the wealth of information readily available on the web. Good Luck! Can anyone elaborate the pros and cons of a 2006 LP vs other years? This is actually an advantage, as Gibson were still binding over the ends of frets at the time, meaning strings could be easily caught on them during bends. If I had to do it again, I'd do the harness myself and save a lot of money, my soldering skills have improved. Bottom line, nitro-cellulose is NOT a durable finish. Another issue to look out for is the thickness and finish of the neck, which is a chunky 50s style with a sticky nitro. Liked the pot taper, more even, gradual, but didn't like the 57's. I can take whatever photos anyone wantsjust make the request. In fact, the whole guitar was falling apart! Chambering started in fact in 2007 on all USA Les Paul models (although there are always exceptions possible with signature guitars). Sweeten Your Electric Guitar's Acoustic Tone with IR Magic, Choosing the Best Humbucker Pickups for You, 5 Cool Listings This Month on Gear Exchange. Does a 2006 Studio require a Nashville Bridge/Tailpiece? Thankin' about salein' my car. This is a like new Gibson Les Paul Studio in ebony with chrome hardware. The Burstbucker Pro is a more modern incarnation of the model, which swaps the Alnico II magnet for an Alnico V magnet. Me eather..I can't eat a guitar. Your link has been automatically embedded. In a gigging situation, you want to have minimal distractions, and thats exactly what my Gibson Les Paul Studio had become, unfortunately. I want to hang onto the notes and mold them into something unpredictable, not just have them die out on me. What is yer location? I'm just glad I never put my food or rent money into guitars like some do! Please check the fields highlighted in red. Again, there's not enough downgrades in the Studio to really make us want the Standard model more. Great review! Privacy Policy | Unfortunately I have to sell her so I can buy a Gibson custom shop black beauty so I need the money. Awesome guitars. With genuine Gibson USA humbuckers and tone controls, it provides much of the same tone as a Les Paul Standard without any extras like binding or flamed maple. 2008 Gibson Les Paul Studio Vintage Mahogany, worn brown finish, 1996 Gibson Les Paul Studio Limited Edition Gem Series Topaz, http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss303/Beretta92/MIII%20Specs%20Sheet.jpg, "Blue Book entry for the SmartWood Exotic", "Blue Book entry for the Studio Smartwood", "Blue Book entry for the Studio Swamp Ash", Les Paul Studio Swamp Ash Specifications page, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gibson_Les_Paul_Studio&oldid=1133072009. Listed: a day ago . This seller has not set a shipping cost for Germany. Rich. Learn more. I also replaced the black switch and pickup surrounds for cream, and the black control knobs for amber. Maybe I should applied the extra coat of danish oil, but without the Nitro seal, the guitar always felt more vulnerable to the elements. However, these are not to be considered original Gems, as they did not include the special P-90 pickups. The protective seal was breached. The Gem Series (19961998) had P-90 pickups and special finishes in "gemstone" colors: Amethyst, Sapphire, Topaz, Emerald, and Ruby. The frets, fretboard, and neck are virtually free from imperfections. I don't think 2006 was a year of anything notable to draw a pros/cons comparison, but I'm not the expert on Les Paul minutia. Those were some radical changes that left a lot of people scratching their heads. Messages. It has the same electronics, pickups (Gibson 490R + 498T), nitro-cellulose finish and rounded 50's mahogany neck profile with rosewood fingerboard, although the Gibson Les . March 4, 2021 in Gibson USA. I guess I would say this,, that it wasn't until you get in to the HP series (2017) that you can start to really put a good debate together on those, vs. other years. None (back binding), Multi (back pieces), Stop Bar (tailpiece type), 0.800 (thickness fret 1), 0.875 (thickness fret 12), None (fingerboard binding), White (fingerboard side dots), 12 (fretboard radius), Truss rod wrench 2.5mm adjustment wrench, . Follow this Product By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The 1984 models had two-piece tops, while 1985 models had three-piece tops. GIBSON GARAGE FIND A DEALER GIBSON APP. Made from 20062008. Learn More. Gibson produced a small number of Les Paul Studio guitars using the leftover paint from the Gem Series. ***Please check all photos and read entire listing before making an offer, and be 100% sure before buying. List your Gibson Les Paul Studio Vintage Mahogany 2003 - 2007 today to get it in front of thousands of eyes, quickly and easily. The earlier ones had dot inlays and smaller necks (also had a model called the "Studio Standard" that had binding). Frets: 22. If you're referring to the PCB boards that are in the more recent ones? Very Light Weight - Chambered Construction. It had a mahogany neck and mahogany body with a maple top, single-ply binding around the neck and three-ply binding around the top of the body only, and gold hardware with black pickup rings and pick guard. One of the volume pots had been changed to a Bourns. Currency: It may not display this or other websites correctly. Traditional mahogany body and set SlimTaper neck profile, rosewood fingerboard with acrylic trapezoid inlays, 490R neck pickup and BurstBucker Pro bridge pickup, TonePros Tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece, Grover tuners with vintage style green keys. Just thinkin' about shipping cost. By [7] Built in Nashville, Tennessee, its body is made of a carved swamp ash top over a multi-piece swamp ash back. I persevered, mainly because I still loved its look, it played itself and the changes I made gave it its own character. The taper on the volumes and tone controls always operated intuitively and consistency, with no nasty surprises like sudden volume or gain drops and no crackling static. During 20002002, Gibson released a series of six guitars dubbed "Gothic" models. Going back to the Epiphone Les Paul Standard comparison, it came very close, but the finishing of the fretwork and fret-board in general was scruffier. Amsterdam, North Holland. Les Paul Studio reviews 58 total Sound: 9.4 Overall Impression: 9.3 Reliability & Durability: 8.8 Action, Fit & Finish: 8.8 Features: 9.2 Users' score: 8.3 (943 votes) The Les Paul Studio. It is an all original 2006 (except it has Schaller strap locks installed) that is in very near mint condition. Its been said, even in my own articlesthat the Fender Stratocastercuts through like a knife with a finely judged EQ curve, while the Gibson Les Paul is more like a tank that relies on power. The pots had inconsistent taper, neither one I liked. Gibson Generation Group Les Paul Models SG Models ES-Style Models Basses Designer Models Gibson Custom Shop Super Jumbo Models Square Shoulder Models Round Shoulder Models Small Body Models Songwriter Models Gibson Gear Gibson Hardware Gibson Lifestyle & Apparel Customer Service Virtual Guitar Tech Warranty Registration & Info On further study it would appear that Burstbuckers are fairly rare on the Studios. With respect to weight relief, I think more is made out of this than what really matters, hey just my 2 cents. Not having to deal with removing all the quick connect stuff, in retrospect,, was definitely a plus. Maybe that was just me, maybe it was the 10 year magnets of the Gibson 490R and 498T mellowing out. In this review I wont repeat whats already been said about the Gibson Les Paul Studio. No problem at all. Roadworn stamp on back of headstock denotes the 2006 Gibson charity auction. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. In 2013 model year, the Studio Faded was replaced with the "LPJ" model. The Lite models were produced with balsa wood (referred to as "chromyte" in advertisements)[2] portions of the body to reduce the guitar's weight, responding to some players' complaints about the heaviness of a standard Les Paul after several hours of playing. They currently sell for $1300+ on the online stores. I have heard somehwere the 2006 was the last of the "good" electronics. Extremely uncommon Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Studio, with bigsby. 2) Were the 2007 Studios chambered or weight relieved (or neither)? However there are great studios in every year, and even bad ones in that year. Gibson Les Paul Studio Premium Plus 2008 Trans Black, The Les Paul Studio Premium Plus features the same Rosewood Fretboard and 490R/498T Humbuckers as the Les Paul Studios of this era, with the addition of a Flamed Maple Top, Available in Rootbeer, Trans Red, Trans Amber, Trans Black, and Natural. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: 2006 Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 - GoldTop w/ Gibson Hard Case. 711. The rosewood fingerboard and slim taper mahogany neck provide effortless playability and comfort. Reverb x Pirate GiveawayEnter for a chance to win studio time and new music gearLearn more. has been cited by the following article: The finer parts of the Gibson Les Paul Studios tone came into focus at the start of its life when the saddles were still sharp and my Epiphone Les Paul Standard was often brought into play. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. 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