I'm buying a Gibson Les Paul Std. Help!

[spoonie g]

I"m just curious what type of music the naysayers of the classic's alinco ceramic coil pickups play.

I play with a low-gain sound (not that nu metal mesa schmack), and I think that the pickups on my '98 classic sound much better for what I need them for than the '98 standards that I played before I bought mine. They are higher output, and have more growl and personality. They just sound "vintage", which is good for my style.

I play medium gain at most. Think zeppelin. If you're going for low-gain, high-output pickups typically are not the prescription, especially for a "vintage" tone. I have a friend that has a classic and his band plays metal-influenced music.

 

[ausrock]

Johan,

If you are thinking of buying a Standard, then seriously consider the Standard Limited Edition..........they are only available in 3 colours, they have a higher grade flamed maple top, ebony fretboard, etc, etc. They are on Gibson's website.

We (my son and I) have 6 Les Pauls ranging from a Studio Plus through to a couple of Custom Shop Elegants and recently imported #7, a Limited Edition in from the US..............this guitar is absolutely flawless and a fantastic player.

If you wish, PM me and I'll give you contact details for the US "dealer" we purchased it from as even with shipping included it is likely that you may save a considerable amount of money.

 

[tacurtis]

Well, I guess I'm a genuine bottomfeeder. I've owned a custom and a standard, but now use a slightly tricked out Epiphone which is one of the best Les Pauls, functionally, that I've ever played. . . -Richie

I love my Epiphone LP Special II upgraded with new wiring and Seymour Duncan PAF's.