Epiphone Les Paul Standard 50s WCS LH
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Epiphone
Les Paul Standard 50s WCS LH
Product Info
Article Number:
607134
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
Les Paul Standard 50s WCS LH
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$768.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This left-handed Epiphone Les Paul Standard 50s WCS is a seriously solid platform for players craving that classic Gibson vibe. It nails the vintage feel and tone at a more accessible price point, making it ideal for gigging musicians and aspiring Les Paul enthusiasts.
Product Description
- Epiphone Les Paul Standard 50s WCS LH
- Electric Bass
- Left-handed model
- Inspired by Gibson Collection
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Indian laurel
- Neck profile: '59 Rounded Medium C Shape
- Cream binding
- Scale: 629 mm (24.75")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.693")
- 22 frets
- Pickup 1 ProBucker-1 humbucker (neck) and 1 ProBucker-2 humbucker (bridge)
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- CTS electronics with 50's style wiring
- Locktone ABR bridge
- Stopbar tailpiece
- Epiphone Vintage Deluxe machine heads
- Colour: Washed Cherry Sunburst
- Includes premium gig bag
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warmth and sustain characteristic of vintage Les Pauls.
- • CTS electronics and '50s wiring enhance authentic vintage tone and feel.
- • Indian laurel fretboard provides a smooth playing experience and good note definition.
- • Locktone ABR bridge improves sustain and tuning stability compared to standard options.
CONS
- • Mahogany construction can result in a relatively heavy instrument, potentially tiring for extended play.
- • While ProBucker pickups are good, they lack the nuanced complexity of higher-end Gibson pickups.
- • Washed Cherry Sunburst finish, while attractive, may show wear more readily than gloss finishes.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Indian Laurel
Pickups
ProBucker-1 (Neck) & ProBucker-2 (Bridge) Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm (24.75")
Frets
22
Bridge
Locktone ABR
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The '59 Rounded Medium C is a faithful attempt, but it's generally a bit more consistently shaped than the often-irregular necks of vintage instruments.
Yes, they're standard humbucker size and easily replaceable with aftermarket pickups, offering considerable tonal flexibility.
The 'WCS' (Workshop Custom Shop) designation does suggest a slightly higher level of attention to detail and quality control compared to standard Epiphone models.
