Epiphone Les Paul Custom AW
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Epiphone
Les Paul Custom AW
Product Info
Article Number:
482196
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
Les Paul Custom AW
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$774.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Epiphone Les Paul Custom AW is a seriously impressive instrument for the money. The mahogany construction and ebony board give it a premium feel and a surprisingly refined tone, leaning towards a classic rock and blues vibe. It's a great choice for players wanting that iconic Les Paul look and feel without the high-end price tag.
Product Description
- Epiphone Les Paul Custom AW
- Electric Guitar
- Inspired by Gibson Collection
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Perloid block fingerboard inlays
- 5-Ply body binding
- Neck profile: Slim Taper
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.693")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: ProBucker 2 (neck) and ProBucker 3 (bridge) humbuckers
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- LockTone ABR bridge
- Stopbar tailpiece
- Gold-plated hardware
- Colour: Alpine White
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers rich, warm sustain and resonance.
- • Ebony fretboard offers exceptional clarity and fast playing feel.
- • ProBucker pickups provide a surprisingly articulate and powerful tone.
- • 5-ply binding adds a touch of premium aesthetic without excessive cost.
CONS
- • Heavier than many guitars, especially for extended playing sessions.
- • While good, ProBuckers aren't quite the same as Gibson '498T pickups.
- • Alpine White finish can be prone to showing fingerprints and smudges.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
ProBucker 2 (neck) / ProBucker 3 (bridge) humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75in)
Frets
22
Bridge
LockTone ABR
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Slim Taper profile is generally thinner and faster than a vintage Gibson neck, offering a more modern feel for quicker playing.
Yes, they are standard humbucker size and easily replaceable with other aftermarket pickups; just be mindful of the wiring.
It’s a gloss finish, which gives it a classic look, but it does require a bit more care to keep it looking pristine.
