Epiphone Les Paul Prophecy AJBM
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Epiphone
Les Paul Prophecy AJBM
Product Info
Article Number:
588457
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
Les Paul Prophecy AJBM
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Epiphone Prophecy AJBM is a seriously impressive instrument for the price. The Fluence pickups give you a huge range of tones, from thick, crunchy rhythm to soaring lead lines, and the ebony board feels fantastic. It's perfect for players looking for a modern Les Paul vibe without the premium-priced Gibson tag.
Product Description
- Epiphone Les Paul Prophecy AJBM
- Electric Guitar
- Inspired by Gibson Custom Shop / Modern Collection
- Body: Mahogany
- "Ultra Modern Weight Relief" - weight-reduced body
- Top: arched maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Abalone block and triangle fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Asymmetrical Slim Taper
- Scale: 628 mm (24.724")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.693")
- GraphTech NuBone nut
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Fishman Fluence humbuckers
- 2 x Volume control with push/pull function for coil split
- 2 x Tone control with push/pull function (vintage/modern pickups)
- LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar
- Grover Locking Rotomatics machine heads
- Colour: Aged Jet Black Metallic
- Includes Premium gig bag
PROS
- • Fishman Fluence pickups offer incredible tonal versatility and clarity.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides a slick, fast playing experience and excellent note definition.
- • Asymmetrical Slim Taper neck is surprisingly comfortable, suiting a wide range of hand sizes.
- • LockTone hardware and Grover tuners ensure rock-solid tuning stability and reliable performance.
CONS
- • The 'Ultra Modern Weight Relief' might still feel substantial for some players’ preferences.
- • Aged Jet Black Metallic finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudges, requiring frequent cleaning.
- • Coil-splitting functionality, while present, might not offer the most convincing single-coil tones.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with arched maple top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Fishman Fluence humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.724")
Frets
24
Bridge
LockTone Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The asymmetrical Slim Taper is thinner and flatter than a vintage '50s profile, offering a more modern and comfortable feel for faster playing.
Fluence pickups are known for their quiet operation; coil-splitting introduces a touch more noise, but it's still significantly less than many traditional humbuckers.
The included gig bag is premium and provides reasonable protection for local gigs, but a hard case is recommended for frequent travel.
