"Distortion makes the sound muddy," "It doesn't cut through in band ensemble"—do these frustrations sound familiar? The ideal is a guitar that delivers both a thick tone and the ability to cut through.
One answer is the Gibson Les Paul Standard, born during the maple neck era of the late 1970s. Gibson's pursuit of strength and contour in its design back then continues to garner passionate support today.
The hard maple neck delivers a clear sound with strong attack and extended sustain. Combined with the substantial mahogany body, it produces well-defined low-mids and a bold tone. Details unique to this era, like the large headstock and volute on the neck back, also make a striking statement.
Even when distorted, the sound remains unmuddied, with exceptional clarity where each note stands out clearly, even at high gain. This is why so many players, including Zakk Wylde, loved it. After a period where the maple-neck Les Paul was considered an outlier, its unique character is now re-evaluated as a testament to the golden era. Highly recommended for players seeking a classic look with a modern sound balance, especially those in rock and hard rock genres. The tight, powerful tone unique to this era is truly one-of-a-kind. Experience its sound once, and you'll understand the significance of a 1979 model. Experience the sound that defined an era with your own hands.
【SPEC】 BODY: Maple/Mahogany NECK: 3-Piece Maple FINGERBOARD: Rosewood P.U.: Engraved Numbered ×2 WEIGHT: 5.25kg NUT-WIDTH: 43.7mm w/Original Hardcase Medium Scale Neck ※Fret and nut replaced
※Comes with a 5-year adjustment warranty for peace of mind after thorough adjustment at our shop. ※Please feel free to contact our staff for detailed product information. ※We offer high-value buyback for items purchased at our shop.
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Electric Guitar/ElectricBass/Effector/Amplifier (Adjustment Warranty: Up to 5 Years) If your product malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will provide free service. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitar (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months) We will provide free service for any malfunctions occurring during normal use within one month or six months after purchase.
Wind instruments (up to 1 year) Upon arrival, we perform internal tube cleaning, appropriate replacement of consumables, and necessary repairs and maintenance. Should the instrument malfunction or cease to produce sound during normal use, we will address the issue free of charge.