[New Gibson Les Paul Modern Lite]

I guess I'm the only one who thinks those are hideous.

[Locking tuners for Epi Custom?]

I bought my first Epi, an alpine white Les Paul Custom. I usually put locking tuners on all my guitars.  Can anyone recommend a set of gold locking tuners that will drop in without the need for drilling or other modifications to the headstock?

[Epiphone Custom Alpine White]

I am considering this guitar. Has anyone also tried it and what was your experience? How was the overall quality and sound of the pickup/electronics?

Buying this would be about 1/3 of the way to the Gibson Les Paul Standard, so I am not sure if I should get the Epi or hold out until the Standard is in reach.

What would you do?