***This Guitar has never been sold before. It was used at Epiphone's Corporate office for Internet Sales Videos, Print Media and Brochure Photos. Not a "B" Stock, Factory Return or a Open Box. It is in "Like New" Condition. It is being sold as a used guitar. ***
From The Web:
With the iconic look and sound of 1950s-era Les Pauls, the Epiphone Les Paul Standard ’50s is full of vintage character and classic rock ’n’ roll vibe. A mahogany body pours out warm resonance, while a maple top punches up the tone with clarity and snap, and its AAA flame maple veneer offers classic looks. The ’50s Rounded C neck fits snugly into your hand, making it a favorite of guitarists for easy chording and dynamic fret runs. Powered by alnico ProBucker pickups, the Epiphone Les Paul Standard ’50s has a distinctive rock ’n’ roll growl when pushed and a warm, pleasant top end when you lay back. Premium appointments, such as Epiphone Vintage Deluxe tuning machine heads, LockTone ABR Tune-o-matic bridge, and high-quality CTS ’50s-style wiring, complete this formidable tone machine package.
Mahogany Body With Figured Maple Cap for a Rich, Resonant Tone and Stunning Appearance
The Les Paul Standard '50s Figured features a mahogany body with a figured maple cap, a classic combination of tonewoods that delivers a warm, balanced tone with exceptional sustain and resonance. The figured maple cap adds a touch of visual flair to the guitar's aesthetic, showcasing stunning grain patterns and a captivating three-dimensional depth. This iconic pairing provides a solid foundation for the guitar's versatile sound, making it suitable for everything from blues and jazz to rock and metal. The single-ply cream binding adds a touch of elegance to the guitar's classic aesthetic.
'59 Rounded Medium C-Shaped Mahogany Neck and Laurel Fingerboard for Smooth Playability
This Les Paul Standard '50s Figured electric guitar boasts a comfortable '59 Rounded Medium C-shaped mahogany neck that's perfect for both rhythm and lead playing. The laurel fretboard with pearloid trapezoid inlays offers a smooth and responsive playing surface, while the 22 medium-jumbo frets provide effortless bending and vibrato. This combination of neck and fingerboard ensures a comfortable and enjoyable playing experience.
Epiphone ProBucker Humbuckers for Classic Tone
The Les Paul Standard '50s Figured is equipped with a pair of Epiphone ProBucker humbuckers that deliver a classic warm tone with a vintage vibe. These pickups are voiced to capture the essence of legendary PAF humbuckers, providing a smooth and expressive sound that's perfect for a variety of playing styles. Whether you're playing clean chords or overdriven solos, the ProBucker humbuckers provide the tonal versatility you need to express your musical ideas.
Vintage-Inspired Appointments and Modern Enhancements
This guitar is adorned with vintage-inspired appointments that capture the essence of a golden era Les Paul. The Kalamazoo headstock, Graph Tech nut, and era-appropriate wiring with CTS pots contribute to the guitar's classic aesthetic and tonal character. The Epiphone LockTone Tune-o-matic bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece ensure tuning stability and precise intonation, while the Epiphone Vintage Deluxe tuners offer smooth and accurate tuning adjustments.
Features:
- Mahogany body with figured maple cap for a rich, resonant tone
- '59 Rounded Medium C-shaped mahogany neck for comfortable playability
- Laurel fretboard with pearloid trapezoid inlays
- Epiphone ProBucker humbuckers for classic tone
- Epiphone LockTone Tune-o-matic bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece
- Epiphone Vintage Deluxe tuners
- Gold Top Hat knobs with dial pointers
- Kalamazoo headstock and Graph Tech nut
Specs:
Body:- Body Shape: Les Paul
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Top: Figured Maple Cap
- Binding: Single Ply Cream; Top and Fretboard
- Body Finish: Gloss Gold Top
Neck:- Neck Shape: 1959 Rounded Medium C
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
- Number of Frets: 22
- Nut Width: 1.69" (43 mm)
- Nut Material: Graph Tech
Electronics:- Configuration: HH
- Neck Pickup: Epiphone ProBucker 1
- Bridge Pickup: Epiphone ProBucker 2
- Controls: Individual volume, individual tone; CTS Potentiometers and '50s Wiring
Hardware:- Bridge: Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Epiphone LockTone Stop Bar
- Tuning Machines: Epiphone Vintage Deluxe
- Hardware Color: Nickel