All user reviews for the Gibson Les Paul Studio

Everything has already been said but ...
Mahogany body with curved maple table
Mahogany / Rosewood 22 frets profile 59 '
490R and 498T pickups 2 Gibson
2 volumes and 2 tones
3 position selector
Bridge tun-o-matic / Stop bar tailpiece
Accastillage gold or chrome
Delivered by Gibson Black Reptile Pattern Case interior fourure white)

Mine is finished in Ebony. I think this is the best because it is on which we see at least the absence of the net.

Characteristics make me dream and they make it well

10/10

UTILIZATION

cort x2 I used before with a handle really flat and I was afraid of the handle that several friends have told me quite thick.
But in reality it is pure happiness !!!!! This handle is very comfortable to play than it is for the agreements or solos.

The interface is pretty good I can not find it heavy unlike what they say and my Cort is far from being a reference even if it's worth it for a beginner.

I use an Ebony Gold Hardware in 2010 and finish is excellent in every detail. I just wish the threads and bindings but I knew he had not the studios.

The only small downside is access to acute. Play the 17th cargo is not a problem but when we have to go pull a note in the 22nd when freight solo Knockin on Heavens Door "It is not hot.
Standing with a good strap is not too hard but sat down, every time I sometimes have to "consider" the guitar slightly to get there and every time I'm afraid it does not slip from my hands .

Even if access is difficult to treble from the cargo the 19th, that's not enough to lower my grade.

10/10

SOUNDS

Here we get down to business.
Many say that the studio is not a real Gibson but mine is quite true!
Everything depends on the models they say that they must try to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
But I ordered this guitar on the internet on a rant. Like what chance does sometimes things well. I compared it with a Les Paul with a friend and was amazed by the sound of my studio.
The sound in clean neck pickup is fat enough for the agreements but the sound is warm and truly exceptional.
Sound bridge pickup is very good but less "done" for agreements with its a bit more garish.

on the other hand in distortion is happiness really is excellent provided you use a good distortion.
I use a fender frontman 15g and clean is very good but the drive is not terrible. on the other hand with a good distortion pedal that changes everything.
I have tried it on a Marshall JVM 410H and the sound is really beautiful. Prefer tube amps if you can

After some adjustment I found THE sound gibson and everything changes!

10/10

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 3 weeks and I'm still happy.

I tried another studio, a sg standard, an Epiphone les paul slash appetite, a Les Paul and Les Paul Custom for fun ^ ^ and honestly, my studio at the sound outclasses any other than the custom . Even if the Epiphone pickups mounted with seymour duncan n'entire slash signature does not hurt at all, especially distortion.
on the other hand level finishing, custom and traditional are still ahead. Even if mine is already excellent.

Most
The sound-
-Finish
-Weight compared to my Cort

The -
- Access to treble

For 999 euros I had a real les paul that would fade over a les paul standard

With the experience I would do this choice with your eyes closed. But when even tried the model in question if you can, because several friends have fallen badly.
Personally I did not do for one simple reason: I live in Switzerland and the music store where I often go to the studios to 2,500 francs and 1,000 francs on thomann ... the choice was quickly made.
Incredible

The Gibson Les Paul is an American Classic. The guitar has the classic Gibson set up, two humbucker pickups, a volume and tone knob for each, and a switch in the upper left corner for switching. The guitar has 21 frets, a tune-o-matic bridge, a mahogany neck and a rosewood fingerboard (typically).

UTILIZATION

I am in the minority when it comes to these guitars in that I do actually think that the weight and neck positioning are a hindrance. Being used to lighter Fenders, I can't stand and play my friends' Les Paul Studio without really getting tired after awhile. Having a thicker strap, as another reviewer mentioned, does help this problem, and of course experience will make it easier on just about anyone, but the guitar is a really heavy beast. And the last frets, especially on lower strings, are much harder to reach than most guitars I'm used to. Getting a nice sound, however, is generally a snap, as long as you're a fan of what a Les Paul can do (which is a lot!). I also think that the guitar is one of the smoother guitars I've played, which is saying a lot. Plays like a dream.

SOUNDS

I use it through a Fender Twin mostly, but when I get the chance, I play it through a Marshall stack or combo with built-in Marshall Distortion. This and other quality tube high-gain amps are where this thing really kicks as far as I'm concerned. The sheer power of a good distortion pedal and Les Paul is untouchable by Fender and most other companies, no question about it. While leads don't have the high-end that I can get with my Strat or Tele, and thus aren't as bright, they have enough midrange and level to cut through just about any kind of muck and noise. This is invaluable when playing with a loud band, as lighter sounds aren't able to be heard above the rhythm. Beyond my obvious preference, the distorted, rocking sounds, the clean tone is also quite phenomenal, though not always what I prefer. I have heard rock players use this guitar in this context with good results, almost emulating the hollow-body sound though with a slightly less warm result. The result is definitely a thick, fatter tone that's great for lighter rock stuff, while still being able to kick it with a good lead sound. I'd have to be honest and say that the sound is less appealing to me than my Strat, and not as versatile as my Tele, but without a doubt it is more powerful and louder.

OVERALL OPINION

I know that this guitar is perfect for many guitarists, as so many people prefer a good Les Paul to any other guitar. I personally think this is one of the more perfect Les Pauls. Contrary to what many of my naive friends say, Epiphone Les Pauls really don't hold a candle to Gibsons, and most Gibsons aren't as good as this model. Getting one at a good price is a steal, so get on Craigslist and look away. Be wary of a suspiciously low price in the stores, especially the bigger ones. They are probably trying to sell you on a sub-par product. The sound and feel of a great Les Paul is a treat, no doubt about it.

The Gibson Les Paul Studio is made in the USA and is truly one of the best guitars ever made. It has two pick ups with tone and volume knobs for each, as well as a switch to choose between the pick ups. It's a basic set up, but one that has been copied over and over again.

UTILIZATION

The neck of the Gibson Les Paul Studio is extremely fluid and the guitar is very easy to play. It is easy to play all around the neck, including the top notes, which makes it easy to rip solos high up on the neck. The guitar isn't extremely light, but isn't all that heavy either. It is very easy to get a good sound from the Gibson Les Paul Studio, and the tones are pretty versatile to boot.

SOUNDS

The Gibson Les Paul Studio is great for pretty much any type of music, but excels in rock and pop music. I usually plug this guitar into a '76 Fender Twin Reverb amp, but it will really sound great no matter what amp you are using and will also sound good either clean or with some overdrive or other effects. Overall, an awesome sounding guitar that has a tone all of its own.

OVERALL OPINION

I've been using the Gibson Les Paul Studio for about five years and all of the hype about how great this guitar is is definitely true. I love the sustain and full bodied sound that I get with this guitar, whether it be for recording or for live shows. The Gibson Les Paul Studio isn't cheap, but it is designed for professionals who want the best guitar they can get. Even though it is expensive, it is still attainable for the serious musician. Overall, the Gibson Les Paul Studio is a classic guitar that every guitarist should try out.

(Originally written by sublime-sk71/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
Made in the USA.

Tune-o-matic bridge

3-way toggle switch

Les Paul-type neck.

UTILIZATION

Very pleasant neck, even though it's not that fast.

Access to the upper frets isn't easy.

Very good playability. The guitar is not heavy at all (it's a recent Les Paul Studio model... forget models made in the late 90's).

You'll easily get a good sound.

SOUNDS

It's great for my music style (blues rock).

But you can also get a bluesy and jazzy or even a very fat sound.

OVERALL OPINION

Yes, I would buy it again even though it's expensive. Gibson uses its name to sell expensive guitars, which could have a better finish and a better hardware (the tune-o-matic bridge is not very practical when you change the strings...).

(Originally written by TheDeed/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
It's not necessary to introduce this legendary instrument. Small reminder:

Mahogany body with maple top.

Mahogany neck. 21 frets, rosewood fingerboard, '59 neck profile (slim tapper)

Two humbuckers: 490R (neck position) and 498T (bridge position).

Two volume and two tone controls. 3-way toggle switch.

Tune-o-matic bridge.

Vintage "green key" machine heads.

White acrylic trapezoidal fingerboard inlays. Wonderful cellulose varnish.

Chrome or golden hardware. I recommend the chrome version, which will surely look nicer as time goes by.

Made in the USA. You can find documentaries about its manufacturing on the web. It's wonderful. Body and neck are made with digital machines and everything else is handcrafted.

Sold with a high-quality case with padded handle and white plush on the inside. The case is perfectly shaped for the guitar.

The guitar comes with a user's manual and a key for the truss rod. A quality control certificate is also included. And that's it. I would've liked to have gotten a small collector's gift like a strap, a cable or a cleaning set for example...

Gibson also provides a life-long warranty.

Fender only offers a 5-year warranty.

UTILIZATION

The well-known Les Paul defects are always the same:

Neck profile, heaviness and access to the upper frets.

I don't consider them as defects but as particularities, which can be accepted or not by the user.

If it's too difficult for you to get to the upper frets, a double cut Les Paul will solve the problem.

Regarding the weight, if you are willing to give up part of the sustain and the sound roundness, try another Gibson model (the SG provides more mids and highs for a more aggressive sound, or an Explorer, a Flying, etc.).

Regarding the neck, you can choose between the very slim '59 profile of the Studio ('60 profile for the Les paul Standard) and the famous and thicker '50 profile.

It's a matter of taste.

I previously played Fender guitars (Stratocaster and Telecaster) and I didn't have any problem to adapt to the neck of my Les Paul Studio. It has a short scale, which I find easier to play compared to a Fender.

Regarding playability, it's easier to play a Fender than this Gibson when sitting. I needed some time to adapt to that. On the other hand, if you're standing use a wide guitar strap in case you're not very strong. The wider the strap the better the instrument's weight is distributed on your shoulder. Look at Slash for example, he uses a very slim strap but he often puts the guitar on his leg. Once again, it's a matter of taste.

FYI my Les Paul Studio weighs exactly 8.8 lb.

When it comes to sound, everything is easy if you have a good amp: Just plug and you already have a good sound.

Just play with the EQ settings of the amp to shape it.

SOUNDS

I play mainly rock stuff (AC/DC and others) but also blues, pop, heavy metal and power ballads. The guitar is perfect for every music style. I always get the sound I need.

I use a Vox AD30VT modeling amp. The Boutique OD, AC30 and UK models of this amp sound great. I'm thinking about buying a small all-tube amp to get more out of this guitar.

As to effects I only use a Zakk Wilde Signature overdrive pedal. It's the overdrive paradise.

OVERALL OPINION

My opinion regarding sound and value for money, based on my experience:

In the store, they had two Les Paul Studio (red and black). I first wanted an SG Special (I'm an Angus fan...) but then I tested the black Les Paul. And it blew my away. It was love at first sight. The guitar of my life I guess...

Since this guitar was more expensive than the SG I had to go back home to check if my budget allowed me to buy it.

That evening I combed the web reading forums about the Les Paul Studio. The next day I went back to the store to buy my black Gibson.

My first advice is to try out the guitar you want to buy... Web shops are great but not for this!

When I got to the store I noticed that the hardware of the red Les Paul was chrome plated. I had completely ignored that guitar the day before.

So I asked if I could try the "wine red" model. And I was very surprised to notice that the guitar is much heavier. It sounds fuller, more massive and rounder. Typical Les Paul! It was a miracle.

So I recommend you to try several guitars. One day before I wanted the black version because I played it after the SG, which had a very sharp sound so the Les Paul seemed to have a very round sound.

But when I compared both Les Pauls, I immediately knew I wanted the red one.

So don't rush yourself and take enough time to compare several guitars. And consider that a translucent varnish allows you to see the wood quality and to know how many wood pieces were used to build it. Many people say Gibson uses better woods for translucent finishes. I don't know if it's true but considering my guitar I could easily believe it...

One last remark: if the price at your store is too high compared to a web shop, don't hesitate to try to bargain with the shop assistant. Print the web shop offer and bring it to the store, discuss the warranty, etc.

I paid a bit more than if I had bought it on the internet but I got some additional gifts. Thanks to the guy at the shop! The value for money is now perfect. And the advantage of this store is that it's only a couple of miles away.

Sorry for this very long review but I wanted to share with you some other information that doesn't have to do with the guitar itself. Everything has been already said about the guitar anyways. Its average grade on all websites ranges from 92 to 96%. So...

I'm ecstatic with it...