dvir Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 some people told me that the lp studio and the lp sandard are the same except for the binding and the flame top. and some people told me that they are certaintly not and the standard way more good. i want to know once and for all what is the difference beetween the to and why gibson made the studio at all what they want that it will be a les paul in a half price to people could have a les paul with out spend a 3500$ please guys answer????????
ZenKen Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 OK, really gonna duck after this one........... With all this discussion about vintage tone, tone wood, maple vs mahogany, set neck vs. bolt on etc, etc, etc. In 2010 does it really make any difference if you have the right electronics? Any Strat (even a Squire) can sound like any Les Paul. A Les Paul can sound like a Tele. Heck, Fender has an Amp series (Cyber Series) that lets you dial in just about any sound from any set of 6 strings. Is it right on? Pretty darn close. Clapton plays all his old songs created on Gibson (Les Pauls, 335's and SG's) and they sound great, well.......even better. It's the electronics..... and the player. OK, ducking now.
Yaff Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 Why do Gibson make the Studio? Simple, they want to expand the Les Paul market without reducing the price or perceived value of the Standard. By offering the market a lower cost option, they will be able to attract buys who don`t have the cash for the more expensive versions and increase revenue. They reduce the cost of manufacturing by taking out labour intensive processes such as binding and save some money on lower quality components. Gibson have need clever with marketing, pitching it as a no frills version for people working in studio`s (as the look is not so important) with is why people say its the same as the Standard. As posted in your other post, some of the differences include: If you pull off er specs from the Gibson sire or reviews: Top Species AA Maple Maple Top and Mahogany Back (premium finish), Maple Top and Mahogany Back (Solid Finish) The Studio has entry level species and they are a bit thinner Binding Antique Cream No binding on the Studio Tailpiece Tone Pros Locking Stop Bar None locking Stop Bar on the Studio Bridge Tone Pros Locking Tune-O-Matic Style Non locking Bridge on the Studio Tuners Locking Grover Keystone Non locking Green tuners on the Studio Neck Pickup Burstbucker Pro Bridge Pickup Burstbucker Pro 490 / 498 on Studio (except the Faded that have Pro`s Bourne gold plated Pots Not the Studio Locking Neutrik Jack Not on Studio - Not that I am a fan of it !! Neck Profile Asymmetrical Studio has 50`s - I like both Headstock Inlay Gibson Logo Studio logo is silkscreen Silkscreen Les Paul Model Plek Setup Not on Studio Its the combination of little improvements that makes the difference, at least on paper. But at the end of the day, its what works for you. I suggest you try them for your self, its the only way you will know for sure.
BigKahune Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 Nice list above by Yaff. The LP Studio was originally designed with the studio musician in mind. Some who is not playing on stage and therefore doesn't neccessarly need decorative enhancements like neck binding, body binding, extra inlays, reducing the cost to the studio musician. And that's where the moniker comes from: "studio" muscian. So as orignally intended, the LP Studio is a Les Paul without those decorative inhancements, but otherwise the same as a Les Paul Standard. Over the years, some optional LP Studio setups have been offered - all mahogany, faded finishes, different pickups, etc; and the same is true of the "Standard" LP. Still, the difference is mainly cosmetic. For the money, the LP Studio is a killer deal and that's why they are so popular.
Yaff Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 . For the money' date=' the LP Studio is a killer deal and that's why they are so popular. [/quote'] Absolutely agree. When you think about the Studio Faded being a 3rd of the price of the Standard, it is fantastic value.
Murph Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 I like mine. A lot. I can afford any of them, but didn't need binding and bling to play in bars.
dvir Posted May 2, 2010 Author Posted May 2, 2010 Nice list above by Yaff. The LP Studio was originally designed with the studio musician in mind. Some who is not playing on stage and therefore doesn't neccessarly need decorative enhancements like neck binding' date=' body binding, extra inlays, reducing the cost to the studio musician. And that's where the moniker comes from: "studio" muscian. So as orignally intended, the LP Studio is a Les Paul without those decorative inhancements, but otherwise the same as a Les Paul Standard. Over the years, some optional LP Studio setups have been offered - all mahogany, faded finishes, different pickups, etc; and the same is true of the "Standard" LP. Still, the difference is mainly cosmetic. For the money, the LP Studio is a killer deal and that's why they are so popular. [/quote'] so it is just cosmetics difference and not sound difference because they both mahgony back and maple top and in the studio the pickups is like the custom wich is another level so it is just cosmetics difference right?
dvir Posted May 2, 2010 Author Posted May 2, 2010 I like mine. A lot. I can afford any of them' date=' but didn't need binding and bling to play in bars.[/quote'] how old are you?
cwness Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 The gentlemen before me did a great job giving you the info. I have both and play my Studio a lot more then the Standard. They are very good guitar. I've had mine for 24 years that should say something. Oh Murph is a playing musician and like he say's he could have gotten what ever he wants. He knows what he's talking about. CW
Thundergod Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 Can't really tell which one's "better" as "better" is a matter of perspective. That's a thing you have to decide for yourself. BUT, the standard has more aesthetic details (binding for the body and neck, different logo material, and everything Yaff already took the time to list :D). You also should read about the different models of standard. Some stores still got the old standard and some have the new. There's also the traditional and lots of special studio models like the silverburst with coil tap that is more than your average studio.
Jantha Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 Geeze, If that site isn't the ultimate in condescension, I don't know what is. Bookmarked..
ZenKen Posted May 2, 2010 Posted May 2, 2010 Let me google that for you You havin a bad day RNiner? You've been awful *****y!
Yaff Posted May 3, 2010 Posted May 3, 2010 so it is just cosmetics difference and not sound difference because they both mahgony back and maple top and in the studio the pickups is like the custom wich is another level so it is just cosmetics difference right? I think this is all about you feeling good about the Studio you purchased before asking the question. Have fun and enjoy, I think it was the right decision for you
Xinnix Posted May 3, 2010 Posted May 3, 2010 so it is just cosmetics difference and not sound difference because they both mahgony back and maple top and in the studio the pickups is like the custom wich is another level so it is just cosmetics difference right? I disagree. Its not all about the wood on Electric guitars. Does any of these effect the quality of sound over the Studio? Absolutely-! Tailpiece Tone Pros Locking Stop Bar Bridge Tone Pros Locking Tune-O-Matic Style Tuners Locking Grover Keystone Neck Pickup Burstbucker Pro Bridge Pickup Burstbucker Pro Plek Setup Its not all cosmetic and the hardware differences can make a BIG difference! I've seen some Studio's that have had some of these upgrades. So, ask yourself why?
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