Epiphone Les Paul Custom Ebony IGC
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Epiphone
Les Paul Custom Ebony IGC
Product Info
Article Number:
588239
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
Les Paul Custom Ebony IGC
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,153.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Epiphone Les Paul Custom Ebony is a seriously stylish axe. The ebony board and mahogany body give it a rich, warm tone with surprising clarity. It's a great option for players seeking that classic Les Paul vibe without the premium-priced tag, particularly suited for rock, blues, and hard rock styles.
Product Description
- Epiphone Les Paul Custom Ebony IBG
- Electric Guitar
- Inspired by Gibson Custom
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Block fingerboard inlays
- Split diamond headstock inlay
- Scale: 628 mm
- Long neck tenon
- 7-Layer
- binding on the top
- 5-Layer
- binding on the back
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 1 x 490R humbucker (neck) and 1 x 498T humbucker (bridge)
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Ebony
- Includes case
PROS
- • Ebony fretboard offers slick playability and a darker tone
- • Mahogany body provides warmth and sustain, classic Les Paul feel
- • 490R/498T pickups deliver a versatile range, from crunch to high gain
- • The binding and inlays elevate the aesthetics, mimicking a higher-end instrument
CONS
- • Weight can be substantial, potentially uncomfortable for extended playing sessions
- • While good, pickups aren't boutique-level; some may desire an upgrade
- • Ebony fretboards can be sensitive to humidity and require care
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Epiphone 490R (Neck) / 498T (Bridge) Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.75 in)
Frets
22
Bridge
LockTone Tune-o-Matic with Stopbar Tailpiece
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s generally a slightly slimmer, more modern profile than a vintage Gibson, offering easier access to the higher frets, but still retaining a comfortable feel.
Yes, it replicates the Gibson Custom split diamond inlay, a detail that adds to the instrument’s upscale appearance and feel.
The gloss finish is fairly durable, but ebony can be slightly softer than other woods, so careful handling is always recommended to prevent minor cosmetic issues.
