Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio WW
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Gibson
Les Paul Modern Studio WW
Product Info
Article Number:
569686
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
Les Paul Modern Studio WW
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$2,275.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Les Paul Modern Studio is a fantastic blend of classic vibe and modern playability. The weight relief makes it surprisingly comfortable, and the pickup combination offers a wide palette of tones – from smoky blues to searing rock. It's a great choice for gigging musicians wanting a versatile, reliable workhorse without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Gibson Les Paul Modern Studio WW
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahogany
- Ultra Modern Weight Relief - weight-reduced body
- Top: Maple
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Flattened neck-body transition (contoured neck heel)
- Neck profile: Asymmetrical Slim Taper
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43.05 mm
- Nut: Graph Tech
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 490R (neck) and 498T (bridge) humbuckers
- 2 Volume controls with push/pull function for coil tap
- 2 Tone controls with push/pull function for bypass/phase
- Aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Aluminium stop bar
- Grover Rotomatics machine heads with "Keystone" knobs
- Colour: Worn White
- Includes gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • The asymmetrical Slim Taper neck offers exceptional comfort and playability for fast lines.
- • The Ultra Modern Weight Relief significantly reduces heft without sacrificing resonance.
- • 490R/498T pairing delivers a versatile range from warm rhythm to aggressive leads.
- • Push/pull coil taps and phase switching expand tonal possibilities considerably.
CONS
- • Ebony fingerboards can feel slick to some players, requiring adjustments.
- • The Worn White finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might show wear more readily.
- • The Modern Studio lacks some of the premium appointments of higher-end Les Pauls.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Maple Top
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
490R (neck) / 498T (bridge) Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Aluminium Stop Bar
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Slim Taper is noticeably thinner and flatter than a traditional '50s neck, offering a faster, more modern feel.
Yes, they offer superior tuning stability and a smoother, more precise feel compared to cheaper alternatives.
Absolutely; it opens up a bright, single-coil-like tone, broadening its versatility for cleaner styles or country-tinged sounds.
