Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio SHS
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Gibson
Les Paul Modern Studio SHS
Product Info
Article Number:
569684
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul Modern Studio SHS
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$2,011.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Modern Studio SHS is a seriously well-built Les Paul that doesn't completely break the bank. The asymmetrical neck is a game-changer for comfort, and the pickup combination gives you a ton of tonal options for rock, blues, and even some heavier styles. It's perfect for players wanting that classic Les Paul vibe with some modern ergonomic improvements.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio SHS
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- "Ultra Modern Weight Relief" - weight-reduced body
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Contoured Neckheel - flattened neck-body transition
- Neck profile: Asymmetrical Slim Taper
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Graph Tech nut
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 490R (neck) and 498T (bridge) humbuckers
- 2 Volume controls with push/pull coil tap
- 2 Tone controls with push/pull for bypass/phase
- Nashville Tune-O-Matic Aluminium Bridge
- Aluminium stop bar
- Grover Rotomatics tuners with "Keystone" knobs
- Colour: Smokehouse Satin
- Includes gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Mahogany body with weight relief keeps it surprisingly manageable.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers exceptional clarity and sustain.
- • Asymmetrical neck profile fits comfortably in a wide range of hand sizes.
- • 490R/498T combo delivers a versatile, powerful, rock-ready tone.
CONS
- • Smokehouse Satin finish can be a fingerprint magnet and require careful maintenance.
- • Coil-tapping sounds a bit thin compared to the full humbucker tones.
- • While improved, the weight relief isn't as drastic as some modern guitars.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
490R (Neck) / 498T (Bridge) Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.75 inches)
Frets
22
Bridge
Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Aluminium Stop Bar
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably lighter than a vintage-spec Les Paul, but not as radical as some ultra-lightweight models; expect a comfortable, balanced feel.
They offer genuine versatility, allowing for single-coil-like tones, though the single-coil character is more refined than a typical Fender single-coil.
The asymmetrical Slim Taper is noticeably thinner and flatter than a traditional '50s neck, providing faster playing for many, but might not suit those who prefer a thicker feel.
