The current iteration of the Studio features a rosewood fingerboard and slim taper mahogany neck and a mahogany body with the Ultra-Modern weight relief. You can often see Jade Puget of AFI or Frank Iero of My Chemical Romance putting these guitars through their paces on stages worldwide. Many notable players have used them on tour. This simple electric guitar isn't just for the recording studio. The term 'studio' comes from the idea that no one cares what your guitar looks like in the recording studio, it's what it sounds like that matters - and this bare-bones guitar sounds like a Les Paul! Originally conceived as a more affordable, basic version of the Standard, the Les Paul Studio has developed a reputation all of its own since its debut in 1983. We would rather have a case instead of a gig bag Read our Epiphone Les Paul 50s Standard review So if you're looking for the best Les Paul, but you don't want to remortgage the house, this is an ideal option for you! Gone is the modified Gibson design, in favor of the original headstock that harkens back to Epiphone's past.

A significant change for the new model is the Kalamazoo headstock - something Epiphone fans have been crying out for. However, it does sport a maple veneer rather than the solid maple top found on the Nashville counterpart.

This Epiphone Les Paul features a mahogany body and mahogany neck with a long neck tenon. This guitar may be the budget option, but it's still a Les Paul through and through. The new 'inspired by Gibson' range takes the much-loved models from their American brethren and makes them more affordable. If you’ve been paying attention, you'll know that Epiphone has gone through a somewhat extensive revamp over the last couple of years, following in the footsteps of Gibson - literally. The thick finish can put some players off

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