Is the gibson les paul studio good for heavy metal/rock?

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Is the gibson les paul studio good for heavy metal/rock?

#1 Guest_kerwin36_*

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Posted 27 March 2012 - 08:58 PM

im thinking about getting a les paul, gibson, and i like to play metallica, megadeth, iron maiden, aerosmith, guns n roses, led zeppelin, acdc, and system of a down...and i want to know if its a good guitar to play these bands...

BQ: is this a good deal?
a ad from craigslist "Included in this sale is:

1. Guitar
2. Gibson USA case
3. Owners manual and Warranty card
4. Copy of my original receipt (for warranty)
5. Original pick guard
6. Schaller strap locks (to install on your strap)
7. Strings - 1 pack of D'Addario 10's and 1 pack of Ernie Ball 10's"
for 1000$, its a 2010 gibson les paul studio, he said he paid around 1600 for it, and had it since july, and that it got set up right after he bought it Posted Image

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Posted 27 March 2012 - 09:44 PM

Well it sounds like it is one of the glossy finished models, which is a good thing! Yes, the Les Paul Studio will do metal and rock just fine.....better than fine! If it has the 50's neck profile, it may be thin and chunky feeling, especially if you came from playing a Jackson or an Ibanez style shredder's axe. All 4 of my Gibson's has the 50's neck, and that's MY choice. I love the 50's profile necks. The LP Studio is a quality guitar, and has good quality electronics as well. Good thing it comes with strap locks. Gibson's should come with them from the factory because their stock strap buttons are a joke!

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Posted 27 March 2012 - 11:02 PM

I wouldnt pay 1000 for a used studio

One can never have enough Les Pauls.

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Posted 28 March 2012 - 12:41 AM

yeah, a grand for a used studio is a bit steep....

heaven is a les paul, a pair of emg-81s, and a dimed '90s carvin x-100b half-stack....

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Posted 28 March 2012 - 08:03 AM

Well, you've already received some comments regarding price, I would recommend you play it before you pay for it.

As far as musical styles, you've listed 8 bands, stretching from the 70s through the 00's, at least 3 of which have lead guitarists who regularly play Les Pauls in studio and on stage (although likely heavily customized and not ~$1k models). Angus Young is obviously an SG guy. I suspect some of those guys opted for something other than an LP because of playing style (i.e. Dave Mustaine) not sound. My point being that all those bands have completely different sounds, so I think your real quest is for versatility.

IMHO the Les Paul is as versatile a guitar as any, so the short answer is yes, the Les Paul Studio is a good model for rock/metal. The longer answer is that what you should do (again, IMO) is look for a quality guitar that fits your playing style and feels comfortable to you. I would suggest you try out multiple Les Paul Models for example, not all Studios feel the same. And you can do wonders these days with technology for the sound your after, whether replacing pickups or using effects or amp modellers.

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Posted 28 March 2012 - 08:14 AM

Yes. Ideal for much of the music you'll like to play.

The Studio has exactly the same p-ups and circuitry as many far more expensive LP's. therefore it will sound - within a degree or so - identical to those.

It's cheaper to buy because it's less showy; there is no binding and so on, which means it can be made quicker, which means there is less money tied up in the build process etc...etc...etc...

It's not cheaper because it's any less a Les Paul. They are VERY good guitars.

BTW; has anyone yet mentioned that $1,000 is a bit steep.......lol!

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Posted 28 March 2012 - 08:22 AM

Lazerface, on 27 March 2012 - 11:02 PM, said:

I wouldnt pay 1000 for a used studio

Depends in which country you're in.

If I was in the USA, then yes a grand is too much.
if you're in Canada, then a grand is about right for a used studio (this is about average price)

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Posted 28 March 2012 - 09:06 AM

Is the OP another TROLL?

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Posted 28 March 2012 - 10:01 PM

Gibson's should come with them from the factory because their stock strap buttons are a joke!
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Posted 29 March 2012 - 06:55 AM

Get the Buckethead Studio!! 24 frets, 27" neck Hot 500T/496R pups and killswitches!!

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Posted 29 March 2012 - 03:38 PM

Is the Gibson Les Paul Studio good for metal or rock?..........

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Don't know anything about System of a Down but the LP will be just fine for all the other bands because the 498T is a hot PAF style pup that is ideal for both rock and metal. OK, Metallica use EMGs and you need 24 frets for some Megadeth solos but I'd go LP because you won't get your classic GNR, AC/DC, Led Zep and Aerosmith warm, fat tones with a 24-fret Superstrat. Get one of those next (something like my Ibanez RG Prestige. [biggrin]

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Posted 29 March 2012 - 05:54 PM

Steve Clark played one for years.

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Posted 01 April 2012 - 07:50 AM

I think you should get a guitar with a floyd rose to play that kind of music. I do play this stuff with my band and I had to get one (Carvin).

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Posted 01 April 2012 - 08:14 AM

Not enough info to answer the question.

What color is it?

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Posted 01 April 2012 - 09:04 AM

Danner, on 01 April 2012 - 08:14 AM, said:

Not enough info to answer the question.

What color is it?

Definitely a metal question...

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Posted 01 April 2012 - 09:12 AM

Eracer_Team, on 28 March 2012 - 08:22 AM, said:

Depends in which country you're in.

If I was in the USA, then yes a grand is too much.
if you're in Canada, then a grand is about right for a used studio (this is about average price)

I'm in the United States, and have many friends in Canada. I recently (about a week ago) checked the exchange rates, because one of my Canadian friends is coming for a visit. And the Exchange rate at that time was pretty much even. It was $0.99 Can / $1.00 US. And I still think $1000 US or Canadian is still too expensive. I purchased a 1999 Ebony Les Paul Studio with Gold Hardware, and only paid $500 US.

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Posted 02 April 2012 - 07:58 AM

Parker, on 01 April 2012 - 09:04 AM, said:

Definitely a metal question...

I trust everyone knew my tongue was firmly pressed into my cheek [wink]

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Posted 02 April 2013 - 06:39 AM

I bought a brand new Les Paul Studio with a hard case from Long and McQuade a few months ago for 999.00 Canadian during one of their blowout sales. It was an impulse buy but it is a great guitar.