Had my Les Paul since 2004 (now 2008) loved every second playing this guitar live or in the studio. I can't stress enough that if you're shopping for a Les Paul please make sure you don't buy the first one you come across unless you know what to look for, some Gibsons i have come across have had questionable quality, such as unfinished frets, Nuts not cut to the right quality, inperfections in the finish. I would strongly advise not to go for any Les Paul lower then the standard model.

Very robust, still looks new, well cared for and recently set up by 'Robbie' at Gibson Uk. Low setting allows for smooth quick playing when needed, it is very forgiving if played hard and a delight when played lightly, it is difficult to get it out of tune, solid. Set up with Marshall amp gives a deep bluesy sound for the 'Gary Moore' solos. Spares are easy to get hold of and upgrading to gold bits and pieces if needed allows for additions to be added if wanted. Great support from Rossetti the Uk suppliers who are very helpful and friendly.

My strat was nice, pure show as well, but the sound was there for the highs, not much depth, the learning curve of the Gibson Les Paul electric guitar is there on both. It's like the more you play the nicer the sound.

I rediscovered playing my guitar again and wanted something new. I spent An afternoon trying a whole bunch of guitars, I started with a Les Paul playing through a Peavy which I thought was OK then an SG standard which was OK, great reach to the higher frets but the sound was a bit thin, then an SG 61 reissue with a nice sound but even thinner. Then an American Strat deluxe HSS, didn't like at all, nice neck but no depth, then a Deluxe strat also OK but no soul. Then I picked up the Les Paul again and WOW it just ROCKS the sound was so strong, the output from the pickups is huge yes it heavy and yes the reach up the high end of the fret board takes some work but the sound is just so strong, Back off the tone and its dirty, raunchy and rocks. Get the tone on and it sings like a strat but just MORE. I'm going to get a full set up done and change the strings to 9's but i just love it, it's the king the rest are just pretneders to the Les Paul crown. It's expensive but look on the net and get the best price the store will match it.

The Gibson Les Paul Standard electric guitar kicks an old Squier in the behind!

Gibson Les Paul Standard: I'm Vinnyguitarman, I've been playing and performing for over 30 years and like to share my thoughts and experiences with guitars. The Gibson Les Paul is the real deal. The finish ,fretwork, sound, looks and and craftsmanship are top of the line. This guitar can obtain ANY tone that you desire with no mods, boosts, tubes ...etc. The only drawback is the very high price, but if you can swing it you'll love it and it will be an investment that will always be worth more than you paid for it. It took me many years to own the Standard and I would have to say that its the best guitar I own (I have about 20). Best for the money is the Fender Stratocaster ...but for the best guitar in the world bar none, price not considered ...this is the undisputed KING!

Gibson Les Paul Standard - Purchased an Amber Burst Les Paul. Wasn't sure about choosing between Amber and Sunburst, but I am glad that I did. Wonderful craftmanship. Great pickups. Binding is flawless. Neck is smooth and frets are perfect. I couldn't be happier. Took me a long time to get it, but it was worth the wait!