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Gibson Les Paul Custom
by rlaverty
I've had my black Gibson Les Paul almost ten years now, up until I bought it I had an overwhelming desire to own one, and it has not dissappointed. Everything about the guitar from the look, the build quality and the sound are top notch. I have since tried many other Gibsons, from SG's to Flying V's but I have to say that my Custom is ... one of the best I have played.
I got a great deal on mine second hand, but in near perfect condition, for just under £1,000 . Nowadays you'd be hard pressed to find one new for less than £2k so they are expensive, but you get what you pay for - I know I got a good deal, so would have been prepared to pay more.
The string tension coupled with the jumbo frets make this guitar a joy to play - living up to it's original name as 'The Fretless Wonder'! The pickups too have a gorgeous tone - high output but not oversaturated. I particularly like the neck pickup on mine, it has a round thick and warm tone which suits my style of playing perfectly.
The only real down sides to this guitar are that it weighs a ton - which if you are used to lighter guitars like a Strat this might make playing standing up for any length of time difficult - and that it is not a very versatile sounding guitar. It really shines as a heavy rock guitar, with a thick tone and amazing sustain unmatched by others but if you require an instrument that can be used for more subtle clean tones or bright rhythms then you may wish to look elsewhere!
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Gibson Chet Atkins Country Gentleman
by danbarton2000
As far as guitars go, this is truly a thing of beauty. Aesthetically pleasing, with fantastic shape and build, this 6-string looks as good as it plays. One of the key components of this instrument is its ability to create volume; the hollow nature of the body produces enough decibels for any song you wish to play (even un-amplified - ... being semi-acoustic it doesn't need wires to produce a clean, chiming sound).
It's sound with a clean amplifier setting is best described as jangly and ringing. The high strings don't pierce as can often be the problem with guitars, and as such the Gibson's output is warm and enthusiastic. It has a very low action as well as a fairly thin neck diameter, which means that it is easy to play regardless of the style of music. Chiming pop rock melodies of Johnny Marr are just as accessible on this guitar as heavier tracks such as Metallica or Nirvana.
This guitar is tremendous from both the player's and the listener's standpoint, thanks to its ease of use and beautiful tone.
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Les Paul Standard
by emmacam
I have 4 guitars and this is the one I play least. Not because I like it less or that it doesn't sound good but because I love it so much I am genuinely a little bit too frightened to give it the 'rock and roll' roll out!
I bought this guitar about 7 years ago and to be fair I have used it loads at gigs, jams and just playing ... at home I just do not want it to fall apart (which I highly doubt will happen but I am still being careful). It coast me £1399 which I also managed to get a small amp and a lead with also at a shop called Andy's in central London.
The color is a really beautiful rich orange in the middle and it moves of to a deep rich red on the sides and all down the back of the neck too. It is really worth sitting down and get involved with examining the colors because it is very well done.
So when I bought this guitar I was actually looking at a fender squire. But this is the thing the guitar chooses the person! So what happened was while I was playing around with guitars this one came into my possession and just like that I felt in move through my system.
The rhythm has a very deep warm blues sound. This is ideal for playing anything slow, soulful and meaningful. The switch is at the top of the guitar which is common on most Gibson models and the volume on the bottom half of the body. The treble is great for when you want to slam some distortion and play some serious heavy, fast temp music. It has a great thrash feel with out having that empty feeling the cheaper squires' have.
The neck is nice and long and the head is thick and bulky, so you know its made to be played! The guitar as a whole is actually very heavy especially compared to anything by fender. But it is of course a lot bulkier!
Over all, the guitar is amazing and you can find cheaper models but the Gibson will always be that step better.
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