Epiphone Les Paul Custom

Since 1873, Epiphone has been making musical instruments for every style of popular music. While they started out as a small family repair shop, Epiphone grew to become a world leader in the design and production of everything from electric guitars to basses to amps. Acquired by Gibson in the 1950s, Epiphone continues to be renowned today for their electric guitars. Because they are part of the Gibson family, Epiphone makes a variety of officially-sanctioned Gibson classics, one being the Les Paul Custom. Epiphone's Les Paul Customs embody all the characteristics of their Gibson counterparts, but at a lower price point for budget-conscious musicians. Referred to as the "Tuxedo" Les Paul model, the Epiphone Les Paul Custom PRO Electric Guitar gets its nickname from Les himself, who thought a black guitar would look classy when played on stage in a tuxedo. With its gold hardware, fully-bound body, neck and headstock, and mother-of-pearloid inlays, this axe is definitely dressed to kill. While you'll appreciate its sleek, stage-ready look, you'll also love its smooth sound courtesy of the Alnico Classic humbucking pickups, Epiphone all-metal 3-way toggle switch and sturdy Grover tuners. This beauty also comes in a left-handed model - so south paws can also experience the stellar tone produced by this solid-body guitar. Now, if you're in the market for a truly one-of-a-kind custom, check out the Epiphone Limited Edition Matt Heafy Les Paul Custom. A killer take on the traditional Les Paul, this 7-string shred machine was designed in conjunction with Epiphone by Trivium frontman Matt Heafy and features black active EMG pickups. If you want to command attention on the stage and unleash your signature sound to every ear in the house, you'll definitely want to get your hands on the Epiphone Les Paul Custom. When you've put in the time to perfect your skills, you deserve to play an instrument that's going to show off your talent. With an Epiphone Les Paul Custom, not only will you have the ability to share your sound with the masses, you'll have an absolute blast doing it.