We have more Epiphone Joe Bonamassa guitars arriving in limited numbers soon… You might have noticed that there’s been quite a few Joe Bonamassa guitars released in the last year or so, but the Epiphone Les Paul Gold Top was undoubtedly the model that caused the biggest stir. Why? This guitar managed to be limited… Read More
The new Gibson Nitrous Finish Les Paul Studio ‘hot-rods’ the classic Studio, to stunning effect… Gibson has released another new ‘twist’ on an established classic Gibson guitar: a Nitrous Finish Les Paul Studio. The Studio has been providing a no-fuss, straightforward option for those who want real LP tone and performance without any of the… Read More
The Gibson Les Paul Studio Limited – Robot and Chameleon Tone Technology in a more affordable package The Gibson Les Paul Studio Limited is the latest technology packed guitar to come screaming (and occasionally very quietly whirring) out of the factory, making attempts at world domination for its mechanical kind… Employing technology used in the… Read More
The Gibson Les Paul 60th Anniversary Limited is here, celebrating 60 years of an icon The Gibson Les Paul 60th Anniversary Limited has been unveiled, to celebrate 60 years of one the World’s most recognisable guitars. After 6 decades at the very top, a celebratory model is entirely expected. Modelled on the first ‘52 Les… Read More
A mini guide to a streamlined powerhouse – the Les Paul Studio The Les Paul Studio is a guitar model that is such a key part of Gibson’s catalogue, that its hard to imagine a time when it didn’t exist. Remarkably, the Studio appeared as recently as 1983, and has been available in various guises… Read More
The Gibson SG Diablo Premium Plus delivers a familiar spin on this classic The Gibson SG Diablo Premium Plus has been launched, and it provides a new take on the SG, inspired by its older brother, the Les Paul. The result is one of the most ‘bling’ SGs you’ll ever see. However, it sacrifices none… Read More
The Gibson Les Paul Custom Rosewood Maduro is all ‘Tuxedo’, but it’s loosened its tie a bit… The Gibson Les Paul Custom Rosewood Maduro is something of a landmark in the Custom’s history. The Les Paul Custom was launched in 1954 as the brand’s ‘Tuxedo’ model, for black-tie events. Initially the model was only available… Read More
Slash was not born with a Les Paul in his hands, but first played an acoustic guitar with one string A Les Paul guitar is as recognisable a feature of Slash’s appearance as a top hat and dark shades. You could be forgiven, perhaps, for believing he was born with Gibson’s most iconic axe permanently… Read More
The Les Paul Sunburst finish is synonymous with the guitar itself – here are some of the best right now… The Les Paul Sunburst finish is as much of a part of a Les Paul Standard as a maple top. Perhaps the aspect of its aesthetic that inspires the strongest GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) symptoms… Read More
Several guitars and other equipment from Les Paul ‘s estate are to be auctioned. Cheque Books ready… Les Paul ‘s sad passing in August 2009 was a monumental loss to the musical world. A true innovator, both musically and technologically, even if you are unaware of his music, you will have no doubt felt his… Read More
