"Elegant looks, lots of bang for the buck"

This reviewer purchased this item from Same Day Music.

Feature:
It has the basic features I need. The Grover tuners are nice. The pickups seem fine, though some may choose to upgrade them. I have no plans to do this at this time, however.

Quality:
I'm a new owner, so view my comments in that context, but so far so good. Its ebony finish is flawless. (It's made in China, so hopefully the finish will stand up over the long run.) Everything seemed tight, so I have no complaints there. The factory setup wasn't the greatest, though I really wasn't expecting much in that regard. I pulled it out of the box, tuned it all up with the electronic tuner, hit the first chord and it was...simply awful. I quickly realized that everything was fretting sharp. I pulled out the little manual they send with it and saw that I could easily adjust the saddle positions to, in effect, lengthen or shorten the strings individually. Using the electronic tuner again, I hit the harmonic on the 12th fret to check for tune and then fretted on the 12th fret to compare. Using a screwdriver I then gradually moved the saddle away from the nut and kept checking and rechecking as I brought the sharpness down. It took me 30 minutes to get all the strings adjusted, as the adjustment distance was substantial on most strings and I was trying to go at it very conservatively. But once finished, the intonation was good--and the guitar suddenly sounded good to match. The manual mentions that this operation may need to be done when changing string gauges. All this is old hat for Les Paul owners, I'm sure, but it was new to me, so I mention it for others who may not be aware of this and incorrectly assume something is terribly wrong should theirs arrive in a similar state. The action on mine was fine the way it came, but it can easily be adjusted as well with a couple of screws on the bridge.

Value:
While it's certainly possible to get something better, this is a tremendous product at this price level. Even if one choses to do some upgrades, it would still be way cheaper than buying a typical Gibson Les Paul at quadruple the price or more. You're getting a bargain because it's an Epiphone, but it's still a Les Paul model.

Desirability:
With its simple elegance, ebony and white contrast, and classic lines it looks fantastic.

Sound:
Great sounding guitar--especially at this price. I wanted something to complement my Fender Telecaster Deluxe, which I bought new back in 1974. I'm using this Epiphone Les Paul for home recording.

Ease of Use:
This is an easy guitar to play. The action can be adjusted if need be.

Overall:
As a new owner, I can only speculate as to its longevity, but I expect to use it for several years at least. It seems solid at this point.

"A HAPPY CONVERT"

Feature:
Typical Les Paul features (so far - so good!).

Quality:
So far, there seems to be better craftsmanship in the actual guitar than even the current Gibsons I've looked at. I think the grover tuners must be a recent improvement. My guitar seems to stay in tune pretty well.

Value:
I am more than happy with the price. In fact, within 2 weeks of buying my first Epiphone LP Standard (cherry sunburst), I bought a second one (ebony)! The second guitar was sold as a factory second (only some minor cosmetic things that you really have to look hard to see - still better than the Gibsons I bought in the 70s!).

Desirability:
I have it (2 of them)!

Sound:
As a former owner of several GIBSON Les Pauls (starting with a new 1969 re-issue goldtop - I really wish I hadn't sold that one!), a 1972 Deluxe that had absolutely horrible pickups (and the maple deck had a 1" long split in it), a 1974 white Custom ( the wood must have been green or the router they used to cut the holes for the electronics must have been dull or broken the wood was literally "chewed" in those areas plus, the finish "shattered" after about a month - actually broke out around the bridge posts the pickups stunk on this instrument), a 1977 Custom (the fingerboard lifted up (came unglued) on this one, and the pickups were a disappointment, 1978 Standard (weak pickups - poor tone, the body was made of various blocks of wood glued together - looked like a jigsaw puzzle and formed into the shape of a Les Paul body). I am not abusive to my guitars! By 1978 I had sold ALL of those guitars. In the 80's I bought an Ibanez RD 440 Roadstar that kept me going until I quit playing 9 years ago. I started playing again last month and I wanted something that would give me a Les Paul sound without paying $2000.00 +. After my string of bad experiences with Gibsons I was a true skeptic. Anyway... after buying my EPIPHONE Les Paul Standard I took it home, plugged it in and was totally blown away with the sound and the feel of this guitar! I am a die hard fan of the original FLEETWOOD MAC (the Peter Green era) and I'm able to get some of those sounds with this guitar (unlike the Gibsons I formerly owned) I also like the Yardbirds and Mike Bloomfield (some of those sounds have come out of this guitar). I haven't played out with this guitar yet, but the pickups have the exact sound I've been looking for!

Support:
I don't know, I haven't had any problems yet.

Overall:
Unless Gibson changes the quality control, I'm staying with Epiphone. Since these guitars are sold at a reasonable price, I may buy yet another factory second or refurb. and change out the pickups.

"Gibson?< Feature:
Great guitar, 3 way toggle switch, great pick-ups, nice and smooth fast neck,beautful look and feel....WOW

Quality:
Not light,not to heavy, just perfect.Better than the Gibson LP standard, and better than a paul reed smith singlecut model, u need toown this guitar!

Value:
FOR THIS PRICE, U GOTTA BE NUTS NOT TO GET IT, DONT PAY FOR A GUITAR FOR 3000 JUST CUZ IT SAYS GIBSON OR PRS, THIS GUITR IS BETTER, NOTE:ONLY FOR ROCK AND HEAVY METAL

Desirability:
The color, the quality, the feel, no way u can go wrong.

Sound:
. I tried out the Gibson les paul standard, cuz i figured gibson would beat an epiphone, but this epiphone was just somethin else.Can bring on the guitar riffs of god, or play cleaner than u can imagine. The sound in this baby kicks!No fizz frmthe humbuckers.

Support:
Toggle switch ma break i've heard,bu ti'e had it for some time no and it's fine. Same toggle switch than on a gibson, so either brands the toggle switch may break. But i never neded ay upgrades so it is perfect

Overall:
Overall this guitar isgreat for only rock, and metal, deep sounding metal.

Epiphone Les Paul Standard Customer Review

Feature:
i like the neck, its really easy to play on. the guitar looks great.

Quality:
it is perfect in size and shape, there are no flaws or problems with it.

Sound:
this guitar is awesome, it has great sound, and plays beautifly, never seen a better guitar. best one you can buy

Ease of Use:
sounds are perfect, and mistekless.

Epiphone Les Paul Standard Customer Review

Feature:
The features are ok, but when I first tried an epiphone, LP I was very suprised to see how heavy they are.

Quality:
I think the quality is good...

Value:
I supposed that it's like a gibson but with just a different name.

Desirability:
It's a great guitar and I'm satisfied of the price I paid for.

Sound:
The sound is very good, better than I tought.

Overall:
Very good guitar, sounds and plays great for a low price.

"BAD AXE"

Feature:
My guitar came with grover tuners which allow the guitar to stay in tune much better than with the older epiphone les pauls. After I set up the guitar to my liking I was jamming for hours in disbeleif of the sound quality of this inexpensive guitar.

Quality:
Well built, great finish, great tuners. awesome sound, road worthy. For the price I paid it cant be beat.

Desirability:
Jet black with off white body & neck binding, pearl inlays, this thing looks as wicked as it sounds.

Sound:
I've played alot of guitars in my time looking for (the sound)I own a mexican strat which is awesome. The epiphone les paul is the only other guitar I will need for any style music I play. This guitar has BALLS!! I play all types of music, for country i'll stick with the strat for all out rockin i'll reach for the paul.

Support:
Have had no problems to date.

Overall:
I'll own this guitar a long time, been wanting one for years. Between a strat and a paul why would I need anything else. the epiphone to me sounds as good as any american made edition with les paul trademark sustain, growl, and bite.

"Great looks. Great sound. Cheap."

Quality:
I dont think I will ever wear out this guitar.

Value:
I bought this guitar used, with a hardcase. Both in "mint condition", for half the price of a new one. Unless i break it, I can sell it at any time, and not lose money..!

Desirability:
Most guitarists I know say: "But I`d rather have a Gibson...!" I say: "Why?"...I`ve played a Gibson Standard, then switched over to this, and unless you have to much money. it`s not worth it. The difference is to small.

Sound:
Sounds like a badass with distortion, and like an angel in clean "mode"!

Ease of Use:
The only problem with this guitar is that the G-string gets out of tune quite fast, when bending a lot!

Support:
Never had any problems, so don`t know what the support is like.

Overall:
I will never sell this guitar. I will never change the pickups. It looks and sounds just the way I want it to! Love it!

Epiphone Les Paul Standard Customer Review

Feature:
Good humbuckers. Really easy to handle. Wish it was lighter:)

Quality:
Epiphone did a great job on this guitar. No problems at all.

Value:
Definitly worth the money. Buy it now!

Sound:
Great quality. Definitly worth the $!!!

Ease of Use:
Easy to get sound out of. Lot easier to play.

Overall:
This is a great guitar. While a little on the heavy side it has great sound and pickups. Easy playing strings and great color varity.

"great guitar"

Feature:
only 9 because the headstock isnt as cool as the gibson model

Quality:
almost as quality as a gibson

Value:
defanetly a buy unless you have the cash for a gibson lp

Desirability:
its defanately a great lookin guitar

Sound:
almost as good as a gibson lp

Support:
the epiphone people are great.. they help with any problem

Overall:
excellent axe

Epiphone Les Paul Standard Customer Review

Feature:
It's fine as it is.

Quality:
Made well can't fault it anywhere apart from you can pull of the tone and volume knobs without any effort. Very cheap on those. Everything else is great.

Value:
For the money, its amazing.

Desirability:
Looks and sounds great.

Sound:
Great sound, couldn't ask for any more. There are a few frett buzzes though on the low E string.

Support:
Haven't had to deal with them but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt!

"An excellent guitar at beautiful low price"

Feature:
This guitar didn't come with any accessories other than the standard literature/warranty card etc. But who needs extra when you're already getting a fantastic buy for the money? Seriously, this is "THE BEST" deal around. I think the choice of wood and materials really make this as close to the Gibson Les Paul as you will find: Mahagony body/neck with a rosewood fingerboard etc.

Quality:
Well, I was surprised to find out that this guitar was made in China. At least that was what the sticker said. Tell you truthfully guys, don't let that sway you. There were 3 Epiphone les paul standards that I tried and all sounded and played great. My final choice was based on color - I got the burst! =D

Value:
My choice boiled down to the Gibson Les Paul Studio or the Epiphone Les Paul Elite. I came across the Epiphone Les Paul Standard for almost half the price of either guitar mentioned above - AND - it sounded great. In fact, it puts the Studio to shame when it comes to tonality and sustain.

Desirability:
Les Pauls are chick magnets what else can I say.

Sound:
This guitar sounds incredible and for less than half the price of a Gibson Les Paul. 3 switch/2 tone/volume knobs let you get a great range ... from clean or funky to hot blues or hard rock, nice warm thick/fat sound - awesome sustain, great harmonics throughoutt he neck.

Ease of Use:
Guys I do own a Gibson Les Paul Custom and it doesn't get any better than that. However, this guitar is a close second in playability and sound for incredibly less money. The feel in your hands tells you right away that you are playing a beautiful instrument. The only "wish" was that it had a bit "more" crank to it's pickups - not that the pickups are bad - they just could use a little more "burst" to em.

Support:
Sorry, I've never had to deal with them at all but I put down an 8 to give the benefit of the doubt.

Overall:
This one is going to be with me along with my Gibson Les Paul custom until the day I die.

"i love this guitar!!!"

Feature:
mine didn't come with many extra features, only grover tuners, but i was really impressed with the built in features.

Value:
i actually think that the typical price is a really good price for how good the guitar is.

Sound:
it has a really rich tone and a wider variety sounds than most guitars in this price range.

Support:
before i bought this guitar, i checked out the website and it was really helpful.

"The Ebony Epiphone "Les Paul Standard"...Black, Beautiful & BAD ASS!!!"

Feature:
The Les Paul is simple & easy to use. I got the hard case, which is A MUST!! Four knobs & one pickup switch are fine and work well. The workmanship is BEAUTIFUL...it's an Epiphone, and even if made in China, "Epi" is still watching & producing a fine instrument. The Ebony "Standard" is a work of art & plays just as well. Buy this axe!!

Quality:
This is an Epiphone "Les Paul", & their quality speaks for itself!! I own an Epi. PR-150 Acoustic which for $99.00 is unbelievable! This Epi is equally impressive. I take good care of my guitars & this one will last a lifetime...you get your moneys' worth here!! You'll love the look & finish...it's a Les Paul!!! BUY IT NOW!!

Value:
This is a great value, especially when the Gibson sells for almost 4 times as much. Come on now!!!!!! Epiphone is incredible value!!

Desirability:
If you play guitar, YOU NEED A LES PAUL!!!!! It has the look, feel & sound you want & you'll covet this thing like the sweet mistress that she is!!! She's damn SEXY & can be a MEAN MOTHER when you pull her tail!!!!!!!!

Sound:
The sounds from this guitar are amazing...the HUGE natural SUSTAIN produces incredible harmonics with just the lightest strum or pick action. I own a Texas Powerhouse Strat & this Les Paul fills the plate perfectly. It's a chunky, thicker sound than the strat. Great for hard rock & it solos easier than the strat with the wider fretboard. AWESOME SOUNDS on the Rythm pickup!! Bridge pickup great for solos!! Playing through a Marshall MG-30DFX amp. this Paul WAILS!!! Great on crunchy rythyms & big over-drive solos & MAJOR POWER CHORDS!!!

Support:
I've never needed support. Epi's taking care of business!!!

Overall:
I love this Les Paul giutar & will NEVER sell it...guitars are for playing and collecting...their value only increases over time. Buy the Epiphone Les Paul Standard...a MUST HAVE ITEM for every serious guitarist!!!!!!!

"AWESOME!"

Feature:
i hit the toggle selection switch sometimes, but that's just the way i play. no other complaints

Quality:
very well put together

Value:
it's great for the money, especially the pickups!

Sound:
amazing pickup clarity, no buzz either!

"grand!!!"

Feature:
pretty good

Quality:
good for the price

Desirability:
its so sexy

Sound:
SO NICE

Support:
ive never needed service

Overall:
someday ill move on...someday

"Buy an Epiphone Les Paul"

Feature:
The double humbuckers are beastly

Quality:
Seems like it'll last a while. It's a Les Paul so I have no doubts

Sound:
Yes, yes ,yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes and yes. Its a Les Paul. What do you think?

Support:
Never dealt with the company and had no problem. The only problem is that I don't know which my favorite color is!

Overall:
This bad puppy will last me a long time

"Awesome GuiTAR"

Feature:
Great materials! I wish that it had a whammy bar though...but that is way too much to ask.

Quality:
All one piece and i got it used and its still rockin.

Value:
this is basically the gibson les paul except not made in the US. so unless you are loaded or a huge perfectionist, this is basically the same thing.

Desirability:
it is so beautiful

Sound:
Dude this thingy rox buy it!

Support:
i doubt i will ever need it.

Overall:
its pretty nice...i think it will last for awhile.

"Look no further!"

Feature:
Beautiful glossy Orange Sunburst finish just like Jimmy Page used to play with Zeppelin!

Quality:
When I was in college I had a '75 Gibson Les Paul - Tobacco Sunburst. Other guitarists would always compliment me on how sweet it played. Truth to tell, I think I even like the Epiphone as much or better than that Les Paul. It's made exactly to Gibson standards, they just put in cheaper pick-ups and tuners. I have not ever had a problem with mine staying in tune, though, and I am very picky about that. The nut that goes around the pickup jack always comes loose, but that ain't no thing for a guitar this sweet. I can't imagine paying $2,000 for a new Gibson when you can get the same guitar and add new pickups for $160 and have a better finished product. I love this guitar.

Value:
This scores a 20 on a scale of 10!

Desirability:
It looks great. Beautiful guitar.

Sound:
Replace the factory humbuckers with Duncans and you will have better than Gibson sound.

Support:
No probs with the axe, so have not called support.

Overall:
I've had Strats, Gibsons, Ibanez - this is my favorite!

"After playing guitar for 4 serious years, this guitar made me feel like a true guitarist!"

Desirability:
Very sexy looking!

Overall:
Man, people who think this guitar isn't a 10 are very picky! I've been playing guitar for over 4 years and have a lot of experience. I have always used a Fender Strat as my main guitar. I had no problems with it and loved it. I gpt this guitar because I needed a second good guitar, intead of the cheap crappy ones I usually get. I was blown away by the way this sounds compared to anything I had played previosly. It sound so rich and full, epecially when played clean. This guitar made me feel like a real guitarist, before I felt like I just played the guitar...now I feel like there is much more of a connection between me and my instrument. I would sujest those of you who are thinking of getting a cheap guitar to invest a little more for this baby, you won't be dissapointed. I sure wasn't! O...and don't forget to name it!

"The BEST!!! IN its price range!! Beleive me my dad owns one JIMMY PAGE USED THE SAME EXACT ONE but but his was a gibson but gib"

Feature:
Yes it came wit 2 chrome covered humbuckers for a clean fancy look. 3 way swiching for rhythym lead or jsut normal and has 4 nobs that looks very kool and 2 for tone 2 for volume.

Quality:
Hahaha you can very rely on this guitar if u want to "use it on the road" my dad has hit it against many walls and me one time haha. And there has been no scartches or dents. um the worst aspect of quality wuld be the tuning nob things at the top of the neck they r a weird color but they r fine quality wise. O yea your rarly have to tune it!!!

Value:
this has a great value to it THE BEST!!! and i truely mean BEST in its price range.

Sound:
My Dad has this guitar and i am so jealous of the sound its a very warm rich tone and its got ubeleivable sustain if u strum a string it keeps hummin for minutes

Support:
This guitar coems with a limited lifetime warrenty which is very very nice to have

Overall:
I love this thing to death i whish my dad would let me have it(yea like he ever would) remember THIS IS THE SAEM EXACT JIMMY PAGE USED but his was a gibson but gibson owns epiphone so it is the SAME THING!!!!! and he is like the greatest guitarist ever to pickup a guitar

"!!Quality=Crap Sound=Gibson!!"

This reviewer purchased this item from Same Day Music.

Feature:
Features?

Quality:
There were many cosmetic flaws like the treble rhythm bar falling off the volume and tone adjusters not toning.

Value:
>_>

Desirability:
Pretty Sexy Guitar I Fell In Love With It and Parting With it made me cry.

Sound:
It Sounds Gibsony Not Quite Gibson but Still Goo Value FOr The Price.

Ease of Use:
Its A Guitar

Support:
Theyre kinda slow and all of theyre stuff they send in response looks like it was made with a most generic response program of some kind.