rutledj

I noticed that some of the studios have a 'T' in the model. I can't find what that stands for

I'm looking to purchase a LP Studio (used) and really don't know much about the history of Gibson guitars, but it seems like I've read that there were some years where the quality wasn't as great as it could have been. Are there certain production years to avoid? Also wondering if anyone can compare the LP Studio with a PRS S2 singlecut as an LP alternative. I know the PRS doesn't have the maple cap so wondering if that would make it much darker sounding. Thanks, Rut