The Essential Les Paul, Refined for Today's Players
Some guitars ask you to choose between heritage and playability, between classic tone and modern features. The Gibson Les Paul Studio refuses that compromise. It's the guitar you reach for when you need that unmistakable Les Paul voice — the warmth, the sustain, the weight of all that mahogany and maple — but you're not interested in paying for cosmetic flourishes you'll never use in the studio or on stage. This is the Les Paul distilled down to what actually matters: tone, feel, and reliability.
This Ebony finish model pairs a mahogany body with maple top in an Ultra Modern weight-relieved construction, keeping the resonance while reducing fatigue during those long rehearsals and gigs. The SlimTaper mahogany neck with set neck joint provides that rock-solid coupling between neck and body that Les Pauls are known for, while the bound Indian rosewood fingerboard with 12" radius gives you smooth, comfortable action whether you're working through rhythm chords or stretching into lead runs. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish not only looks sharp in classic Ebony black, but also lets the wood breathe and resonate naturally.
Who's this guitar for? Players who know what they want. Session musicians who need reliable Les Paul tone without the upcharge. Gigging artists who'd rather spend their budget on sound than cosmetics. Anyone who's ever played a Les Paul Standard and thought, "I just need this, exactly this, but without the binding and flame top."
Burstbucker Pro Pickups with Coil-Tap Versatility
Gibson Burstbucker Pro humbuckers in both neck and bridge positions deliver that PAF-inspired warmth and articulation the Les Paul is famous for. The neck pickup gives you creamy, singing lead tones and rich rhythm sounds. The bridge cuts through with clarity and punch, perfect for everything from classic rock crunch to blues overdrive. But here's where the Studio steps beyond tradition: push-pull volume controls activate coil-tap, splitting the humbuckers to approximate single-coil tones when you need brightness and snap.
The three-way toggle pickup switch gives you the standard neck, bridge, and both-pickups options, while independent volume and tone controls for each pickup let you dial in your exact balance. That means you're not just switching between presets — you're blending, shaping, and finding tones that fit your playing style. Whether you're chasing Zeppelin-style roar, Clapton-inspired blues, or something more contemporary, the electronics give you room to explore.
Built for Comfort and Precision
The 24.75" scale length is classic Gibson, giving strings a slightly slinkier feel that makes bends easier and adds to that characteristic warmth. The SlimTaper neck profile with traditional heel offers a comfortable modern feel that doesn't sacrifice the vintage vibe, while 22 medium jumbo frets provide plenty of real estate for expressive playing. The 1.694" GraphTech nut contributes to tuning stability and smooth string movement.
Hardware is straightforward and reliable: an aluminum Nashville Tune-o-Matic bridge with aluminum stop bar tailpiece provides solid intonation and sustain, while Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons keep you in tune and add a touch of classic Gibson style. Acrylic trapezoid inlays give the fretboard visual appeal without unnecessary flash, and the bound fretboard adds a smoother feel at the edges.
Product Features:
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Body: Ultra Modern weight-relieved mahogany with maple top, gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish in Ebony
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Neck: Set mahogany neck with SlimTaper profile and traditional heel for classic feel and sustain
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Fingerboard: Bound Indian rosewood with 12" radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, acrylic trapezoid inlays
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Pickups: Gibson Burstbucker Pro humbuckers (neck and bridge) with vintage PAF-inspired tone
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Electronics: 2 volume (push-pull coil-tap), 2 tone controls, 3-way toggle switch for extensive tonal versatility
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Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-o-Matic with aluminum stop bar tailpiece for solid intonation
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Hardware: Chrome-plated finish, Vintage Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons, GraphTech nut
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Scale Length: 24.75" for classic Gibson playability and tone
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Nut Width: 1.694" (43.05mm)
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Included: Softshell case
Brand: Gibson
Model: Les Paul Studio
SKU: LPST01EBCH1
Condition: New
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