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Gibson Les Paul LPJ 2014 - Satin Vintage Sunburst
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Gibson USA brings you a new Les Paul model that's available at an entry-level price to suit any budget. The LPJ offers all the ingredients that made the most desirable Les Paul Standards legendary-classic tonewoods, innovative hardware, two genuine humbucking pickups, and of course Gibson's acclaimed build quality and playability-all wrapped up in a stripped-down, no-nonsense package that makes this guitar a flat-out performer.
Specs:
Body:
Mahogany/Traditional weight relief
Top: Maple top / Mahogany back
Neck: Maple, 50s Rounded Profile
Fingerboard: Rosewood Trapezoid Inlays with 120th Anniversary logo
Hardware:
Satin Chrome Tune-o-Matic and stop bar
New Larger strap pins
Electronics: New 61 Zebra Humbucker
Finish: 20 Sheen Ultra smooth satin
Plastics: New Black Max Grip Speed Knobs
Case: Premium Gig Bag
Specs:
Body:
Mahogany/Traditional weight relief
Top: Maple top / Mahogany back
Neck: Maple, 50s Rounded Profile
Fingerboard: Rosewood Trapezoid Inlays with 120th Anniversary logo
Hardware:
Satin Chrome Tune-o-Matic and stop bar
New Larger strap pins
Electronics: New 61 Zebra Humbucker
Finish: 20 Sheen Ultra smooth satin
Plastics: New Black Max Grip Speed Knobs
Case: Premium Gig Bag
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Best $399 I ever spent 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Victoria, British Columbia
I used to be solely a fender guy. A few years ago I was in the market for a Gibson Les Paul, but, unable to afford a full-fat standard or classic (being a full-time musician has it's downsides, and not being able to afford fancy guitars when they're for work purposes is one of them) - I decided to give this a go. I found an unbeatable deal in L&M used for $399, and immediately started modifying mine to meet my requirements. Here's my professional opinion: this is a very comfortable guitar, the neck is a true 50's profile and the craftsmanship of the wood detail itself is the same as that of higher-end LP's I've played - pickups are fantastic, and the wiring is nice and quiet. Straight out of the box, so to speak, this thing sounds amazing - BUT, if you come across one, bin the machine heads and change the nut immediately. You also might consider changing the bridge - Gibson has given you a quality built axe for cheap but you're going to need to invest in good hardware to compete with big-boy gibsons. I invested in some graphtech ratio locking tuners, a graphtech tusq nut and a resomax bridge with string saver saddles. I also fitted a bigsby B7 with a vibramate. All in, including the guitar itself, I spent roughly $700 including parts and a setup from my tech. To own a USA Gibson Les Paul with a bigsby, locking tuners and string saver saddles for less than the price of a new Epiphone les paul is unheard of and unbeatable. If you can still find one of these at a low price, go for it. It's the best money I've spent on a guitar, this thing slays. I barely ever break strings, it now holds tune perfectly, and it does everything - jazz, blues, country, rock, funk, pop, soul, hard rock, you name it it's perfect for the job. The satin finish won't last, so be prepared for significant wear and tear and a relic'd look after a year or two, even with careful use - but it's a small price to pay! 10/10 recommend
Posted by Brett Smith-Daniels on Jan 22, 2021
Fantastic crunch and tone !! 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
I've been a Strat man. Still am. To me that was rock and roll personified. Of course, you can say the same about Les Pauls.
Had to have one. Didn't want to pay the price. Thus the LPJ.
I can't believe the tone and crunch that comes out of this beauty. At 50 I'm playing better than ever (I wish I could say the same about my golf game.)
Completely stripped down of the bells and whistles ( except for the ones that matter) this puppy is an amazing addition to your collection. As a bonus, I went to L&G to buy a cherry flavored addition and found a used 2013 version at $450.
I actually love the look of the matte wood grain finish. But who cares? Its the sound baby! The sound!!
Posted by Dana crooks on Aug 19, 2014
A great versatile guitar of awesome quality 5 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
I have owned the 2013 model of this guitar in the red colour. Initially i was interested because of the price for an american made Gibson (699$) i believe it was. I have played strats and strat style guitars all my life (35 years of playing) and while i still love my strats this guitar has really become my number one. I I put it like this: imagine being allowed to go into a Porsche factory and grab all of the parts you need to build a great car and have it assembled for you and a simple paint job applied before you drive it away. Is it a Porsche? Yup every component is just like the other cars built in that factory and it sounds and drives just like it should. The LPJ has a rather spartan look but i like that. This guitar is all about substance over style. I'm not a collector and I'm not trying to impress anyone with an expensive shiny les paul i want to sound good and enjoy my hobby. It has taken a few months of tinkering and adjusting this and that and trying different string brands and guage a but now i challenge guitar players to take a blindfold test and see if you can tell this from a more expensive les paul. Too many guitarists obsess over gear and need to practice more. You can buy shinier and fancier les Paul's but if you are focused on having a quality instrument that your grandkids will most likely own and love then you cannot go wrong with any of these "low end" Gibsons. Im a fan for life and would have to be starving to part with this its become like a part of my body.
Posted by Wade on Jul 22, 2014
No Regrets, Compares to my other Les Pauls. 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Langley, British Columbia
I got the 1st vintage burst that came into BC. I have 2 other Gibson (Studios; a '98 traditional Weight relief and an '08 chambered) to compare with as well as a few Gibson clones and I love this guitar.
I know Gibson craftsmanship can be hit and miss these days but they did well on mine, no concerns with QC. The '61-Style seem a bit brighter yet not quite as hot as the 498t in the bridge but it's not dramatic. Overall, stellar guitar, no regrets and a no-brainer at the $699 I paid, I see they've raised that.
I was sold by the unpainted neck and price. Plays like butter and can certainly bark out that "Les Paul sound". Love the stock graphtech nut and satin H/W. Kudos to Gibson, they got this one right. Recommended for sure.
Posted by Bill on Jul 15, 2014
Mind-Blowing deal!!! 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
I stumbled upon this guitar by chance, it was being used to test an amp. After playing it for 5 seconds I bought it and went back the next day to buy another. It comes fairly close to my LP Standard...until the amp is cranked. I actually play this more than the Standard for sheer weight-saving alone, this guitar is a remarkable deal! There are VERY few guitars under a grand that can touch this guitar...add the fact it's U.S. made and it has no equal in my opinion :)
Posted by RM on Apr 30, 2014
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Closest Store Mississauga, Ontario
this guitar is awesome and i love it... also the price of this guitar.. everything about this guitar.. i started to make recording with this guitar and it's very very fantastic sounds with using some effects distortion/reverb/overdrive pedals.. i really recommend this guitar to someone who like/loves the Gibson product..
Posted by Ephraim on Apr 17, 2014
Absolutely amazing 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store St. Catharines, Ontario
I have played lots of different guitars throughout the years, including Les pauls and strats. I gotta say that even with the low price, this guitar feels and plays like my les paul custom. Most of the time i prefer to play this one!
Posted by anonymous on Apr 8, 2014
Gibson LPJ 2014 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Mississauga, Ontario
i bought this guitar few days ago... and this guitar is so awesome and amazing sounds when i play rhythm style in any rock/slow rock in this guitar... love this guitar and less price... also i love the zebra pickups style...
Posted by ephraim bayaborda on Apr 2, 2014
True Les Paul for less $$$. 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary Chinook, Alberta
This guitar has value written all over it. It is a true Les Paul, mahogany body with a maple cap. It sounds great and plays effortlessly. Don't hesitate, buy one!!!
Posted by anonymous on Mar 16, 2014
Bittersweet. 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Saint John, New Brunswick
Love my new LPJ (Fireburst Satin) What I DON'T love about it, is that two days before I bought it, it was $699. Sneaky 100 dollar price increase from Gibson. Secondly, I now find out that I can get the same guitar at Futures##p for $50 CHEAPER. Of all places, Futures**p!!! I'm not amused.
Posted by A.Savoie on Mar 14, 2014
Great Price for your first Gibson 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
I currently own a 2013 model of the Gibson Les Paul LPJ. After comparing it to higher end models like the Traditional and Standard, I decided to go for the LPJ, mainly because of the overall value of the guitar. And I'll admit, it was a great overall choice.
It plays and feels like a higher end Les Paul, and it feels comfortable to play. Only differences between the 2013 and 2014 model is the pickups, the knobs and the colour of the tuners. The pickups sound great either way.
When it comes to something of overall value, you will never find a better guitar within the price range of this Les Paul. The fact that it includes the quality of an American made guitar, as well as a premium quality gig bag makes this an excellent start to the Gibson glory.
Posted by Kieran on Jan 25, 2014
Best bang for your $$ 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Ottawa, Ontario
Just purchased a LPJ fireburst satin. all i can say is that ... WOW. this guitar plays amazing! You really get that beastly sound of a classic Gibson. the pickups sound really good, from clean , blues, classic rock and even metal. i have nothing bad to say about this guitar. best bang for your $$
Posted by anonymous on Jan 20, 2014
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Closest Store St. Catharines, Ontario
I sampled a Satin Cherry one at the Burlington location and I swear this guitar was married to my fingers. I loved the feel of the satin finish on the back of the neck, and the price is totally unbeatable for the quality. Go ahead and try one. You won't be disappointed!!!
Posted by Kelvin on Jan 19, 2014
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