This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. My 2003 Gibson Les Paul Studio was originally ebony with silver hardware, an ominously-cool modern-looking instrument, so I was happy to live without a burst. Differences between LPJ 2013 and Studio 2006, Epic neck pup journey for my R9, and where I finally landed. Neck Pickup: 490R. I guess I would say this,, that it wasn't until you get in to the HP series (2017) that you can start to really put a good debate together on those, vs. other years. Aug 25, 2006. The late 90's had smaller 'Trapezoid' inlays and the bodies were thinner. Amsterdam, North Holland. The Gibson Les Paul Studio has been the accessible, stripped down version of the icon since 1983. I have no idea who MAC is but I hope you do!! LES PAUL STUDIO 1999 - 2000 MODEL. It is an all original 2006 (except it has Schaller strap locks installed) that is in very near mint condition. The Vintage Mahogany model has a carved mahogany body, top and neck, a rosewood fretboard and Alnico V BurstBucker Pro humbucker pickups, the same humbuckers used in the Les Paul Standard model. This was the Tim Shaw era of pickups. About This Listing. [6], The Studio Swamp Ash (LPSANSCH1) was manufactured between 2003 and 2011. Absolutely not. So partly with necessity and partly in panic I removed the strings, control knobs and broke out the sandpaper. Radius: 12". The series was discontinued in 2005 due to low sales. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Nevertheless, I never saw the Burstbuckers as an upgrade, since the 490R and 498T have to be two of the most record pickups in history, and are still installed on some of the more desirable second hand Gibson Les Pauls today. 1) Did the 2007 Studios come with the 498T/490R pickups like the current models? These are available in gold or nickel finish. Initially made of alder from 19831985, Gibson moved back to maple top/mahogany body combination after the alder body proved prone to lacquer problems. The Les Paul Studio features 490R/498T Humbuckers, and a Mahogany Body with Maple Top Available in a number of different finishes over this period, with Alpine White, Ebony, and Wine Red carrying through the entire 13-year run. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. To learn more about our cookie policy, please visit our Privacy Policy. The specs are easily sought out but: * Carved maple top and mahogany back 711. What the Gibson Les Paul Studio has in its favour areaction and tension. I want to hang onto the notes and mold them into something unpredictable, not just have them die out on me. Production Number: 306 Each guitar is built by hand and takes about 4 to 6 weeks to complete. The Studio Premium Plus was an upgraded studio with a high-gloss AAA flamed maple top and gold hardware. The Les Paul Studio embodies the essential Les Paul features with enhancements for playability and tonal versatility. They currently sell for $1300+ on the online stores. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Bridge Pickup: 498T. I know there's probably good reason for it, but my guess is it's down to time spent soldering on the production floor. I replaced the pickups on the 02, I wasn't a fan of the early BurstBucker pickups. Coil-tapped 490R/498T humbucking pickups provide classic cleans and modern crunch to quacky single-coil cluck. The last 1960 sunburst Les Paul serial number known is "011495" (another late 1960 Gibson Sunburst Les Paul is "010838"). Gibson Les Paul Studio Premium Plus Features: Being music makers ourselves, we love geeking out on all things gear. You cannot paste images directly. These were produced with dot inlays, gold or nickel hardware, and gold or nickel Grover tuners. [1] The name "Studio" comes from the idea that this model would be sonically indistinguishable from a Les Paul Standard or Custom in the recording studio, and that the flashier guitars would be reserved for stage use.[1]. Awesome guitars. The earlier ones had dot inlays and smaller necks (also had a model called the "Studio Standard" that had binding). It has the same electronics, pickups (Gibson 490R + 498T), nitro-cellulose finish and rounded 50's mahogany neck profile with rosewood fingerboard, although the Gibson Les . Copyright 2021 Gibson Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. This seller has not set a shipping cost for Germany. Trade for black fernandes ravelle deluxe? Chambering started in fact in 2007 on all USA Les Paul models (although there are always exceptions possible with signature guitars). Its been said, even in my own articlesthat the Fender Stratocastercuts through like a knife with a finely judged EQ curve, while the Gibson Les Paul is more like a tank that relies on power. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Frets: 22. Either way, big bends where causing tuning issues no matter how hard I tried to clean the nut slots. The neck is too blurry for overdriven rhythm, while the bridge barges its way through anything. With over 28,000 articles and counting, inSync is your FREE resource for breaking news, reviews, demos, interviews, and more. It's one of the heaviest guitars I've ever owned, just over 10lbs, and that was before I added the bigsby. [7] Built in Nashville, Tennessee, its body is made of a carved swamp ash top over a multi-piece swamp ash back. Follow this product to see new listings in your Feed! You can post now and register later. The Les Paul Studio Premium Plus features the same Rosewood Fretboard and 490R/498T Humbuckers as the Les Paul Studios of this era, with the addition of a Flamed Maple Top; Available in Rootbeer, Trans Red, Trans Amber, Trans Black, and Natural; Originally known as the Les Paul Studio Plus from 2001 - 2006 0.8 oz Materials Used Glue: Franklin Titebond 50 Etc. Enter for a chance to win studio time and new music gear. Learn More. The Les Paul Studio 2016 T delivers classic Les Paul tone, style, and playing feel as well as the versatile voices of split coil humbucking pickups - all in a package that represents amazing value for a genuine American-made Gibson electric guitar. The production version (v2, 20082011) featured a chambered mahogany body, maple top, set mahogany neck, 22-fret rosewood-bound (standard finishes) or white-bound (metallic finishes) ebony fingerboard with figured acrylic trapezoid inlays, white-bound headstock with MOP Gibson logo and flowerpot inlay (metallic finishes) or unbound headstock with screened logo (standard finishes), three-per-side robotic Powerhead Locking tuners, tune-o-matic Powertune bridge, Powertune stop tailpiece, two chrome covered humbucker pickups (490R, 498T), four knobs (three normal, and one Master Control Knob that controls the robotic actions of the guitar), three-way pickup switch, Neutrik jack on side of guitar, chrome hardware. I found a 2009 gloss black Studio in mint condition for $650 and may buy it Sunday if it all checks out OK. Is this year a 50s rounded neck, weight relieved or chambered, 498T/490R? Signature required for delivery. The fretboards are all made from "Curupay" harvested from forests certified in accordance with the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). I didnt have time to dismantle the whole guitar as I had no backup by now, and a hectic rehearsal / gigging schedule, so I just did the best I could. The SmartWood line featured tops made from different woods: Curupay has a deep chocolate-walnut richness; Peroba recalls the orangey hue of the old pine ceiling beam; Banara has a golden, banana-like glow; Ambay Guasu boasts the even lightness of maple; Taperyva Guasu is reminiscent of a sun-bleached rosewood, and Chancharana is a deep, warm-brown russet. Sweetwater Sound, 5501 U.S. Hwy 30 W, Fort Wayne, IN 46818 Get Directions | Phone Hours | Store Hours, If you have any questions, please call us at (800) 222-4700. Chambering for the most of the USA models began in very late 2006. In the mid 1990s Gibson produced the Studio Lite and Studio Lite M-III. The Robot Les Paul Studio Limited was an upgraded studio with Powertune auto-tuning system. In my experience though, except for moments where you need that signature neck pickup woman tone, about 95% of my time was spent on the Gibson 498T bridge pickup. or Best Offer. With genuine Gibson USA humbuckers and tone controls, it provides much of the same tone as a Les Paul Standard without any extras like binding or flamed maple. Thanks a bunch! Although flashier appointments have been options in later years (like diamond inlays, and gold hardware), this is meant to be a workhorse guitar. The Studio Custom was produced in 19831985. Terms & Conditions | Registered Trademarks, Need help with 2007 Gibson LP Studio specs. 3,066. During 20002002, Gibson released a series of six guitars dubbed "Gothic" models. It has the same electronics, pickups (Gibson 490R + 498T), nitro-cellulose finish and rounded 50s mahogany neck profile with rosewood fingerboard, although the Gibson Les Paul Standard does have the option of the thinner 60s neck profile. I want to sell it to get a specific guitar that I have seen for sale. [1] Additionally, the body was to inch thinner than a standard Les Paul. or Sweet Child O Mine (Guns n Roses)? Nothing else will get you that wide, flutey, syrupy thick, warm overdriven tone. Anyone can sell on Reverb. Maybe I should applied the extra coat of danish oil, but without the Nitro seal, the guitar always felt more vulnerable to the elements. About This Listing. It is an all original 2006 (except it has Schaller strap locks installed) that is in very near mint condition. EUR I wouldnt recommend it. Unfortunately I have to sell her so I can buy a Gibson custom shop black beauty so I need the money. This is a like new Gibson Les Paul Studio in ebony with chrome hardware. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Reverb x Pirate GiveawayEnter for a chance to win studio time and new music gearLearn more. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. It sounds amazing. Looking to sell this one because I have two and have my eye on another guitar. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The Gibson site indicates most Studio LP's have the 490-498 pup combo, particularly GC exclusives. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. I'm asking $800 US for this guitar plus shipping. Changing out the plate was a pain. Bottom line, nitro-cellulose is NOT a durable finish. I always looked forward to going back to Gibson with its slinkier setup and finer finishing. Thats how bad I want this guitar. Learn More. Got a Mojotone prewired harness and put in the 57's. so what is meant by "Good" electronics? Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Rosewood fingerboard delivers classic Les Paul sustain. About This Listing. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Please contact them to ask about shipping. #7. I don't think 2006 was a year of anything notable to draw a pros/cons comparison, but I'm not the expert on Les Paul minutia. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. See giveaway details & rules or check out our past winners! Gibson Les Paul Studio 2006 - Black $1,299.99 $311.11 price drop $988.88 Used - Excellent Great Value Add to Cart Electric Guitars Solid Body Gibson Strings Attached Music Greenwood, DE, United States Gibson Les Paul Studio 2006 Used - Very Good $1,250 + $75 Shipping It looks like that piece of gear is gone. Im considering the purchase of a 2007 Gibson Les Paul Studio, and I wanted to check on some of the specs the seller was unsure of. Plek'd for precision playability. Tuners: Gibson Deluxe. I have the same year Studio from march '06. 2006 Gibson Limited Edition Explorer '76 - Mahogany Factory Gold Hardware. Email me if you have any questions, comes with Gibson hardcase. [5] It was in production from December 2002 until 2008 and had a standard body, no pick-guard, gold hardware, dot-type fret markers, mother of pearl Gibson headstock logo, and a unique metallic green-leaf within the truss rod cover. Usually it's Heineken, Brand, Hertog Jan or other brands they have on draft as their standard lager. One small ding I found taking pics, Finish starting to yellow in different areas, All stock GIBSON GARAGE FIND A DEALER GIBSON APP. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I agree, and the reason I prefer to cut through with output is that I dont want a lifeless, clean-ish signal cutting through, I want a sustaining, on the edge of feedback, singing guitar voice. So in 2007 electronics all of a sudden just went bad? The one piece angled mahogany neck would suggest otherwise, but if properly looked after, it should last you a lifetime. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Dec 20, 2003. Good Luck! Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Copyright 2021 Gibson Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. We take as accurate of pictures as possible and include the most accurate specs as we can. Maybe that was just me, maybe it was the 10 year magnets of the Gibson 490R and 498T mellowing out. One of the volume pots had been changed to a Bourns. The Gibson Les Paul Studio is a solid body electric guitar produced by the Gibson Guitar Corporation since 1983. . Gibson Les Paul Studio Premium Plus Features: TOP: AAA Maple BACK: Mahogany NECK: Mahogany Profile: '59 Les Paul Rounded Neck Joint Location: 16 FINGERBOARD: Mahogany Scale Length: 24 3/4 Number of Frets: 22 Inlays: Pearloid Trapezoid HARDWARE: Gold Tailpiece: Stop Bar Bridge: Tune-o-matic Knobs: Amber Top Hat Tuners: Green Key No problem at all. $1,199.99. Roadworn stamp on back of headstock denotes the 2006 Gibson charity auction. Sunburst Les Pauls with a tomato soup or tangerine sunburst finish, reflector knobs, and a thin neck shape are not. If your happy with the guitar and how it plays and sounds then it shouldn't matter. The nut seemed to need more and more attention too for some reason, maybe sawdust or some other foreign body had worked its way into the tiny grooves, or maybe it simply needed replacing. Unlike the other Burstbuckers, which are sold individually, the Pro models are sold in calibrated pairs. Thank in advance. Gibson Les Paul Studio Vintage Mahogany 2003 - 2007. ELECTRONICS: Neck: 490R Alnico magnet humbucker; Bridge: 498T Alnico magnet humbucker, Controls: Two volume, two tone, 3-way switch, CASE: Hardshell w/ Dark Grey Plush interior. Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded Worn Red * Chrome Hardware * Hard-shell Case * Color: Worn cherry * Hardware: Chrome 2006 Les Paul standard. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. Again, there's not enough downgrades in the Studio to really make us want the Standard model more. Yeh Me 2..I hope u still have it in a few months or hope I come up w/ some cash. Version 2 made from 20082011. I dont completely agree with this as Ive always found the longer scale length of the Fender Stratocaster gives my large fingers more room to maneuver, as well as being easier on the shoulder and comfier to hold (due to the bellow contour). In order to produce a lower-cost Les Paul, features such as body binding, neck binding, and headstock inlays were not available. Lastly, it featured speedknobs, which was another upgrade over my old Les Paul Standard. However there are great studios in every year, and even bad ones in that year. Exclusive to only Wildwood and a few other specialty retailers, the Benchmark series represents the cream of the crop of Gibson Guitars. (1960) Relativity: the General Theory. The 2006 was heavier at 8.5 lbs and had a beige pickguard and truss rod cover with gold "Studio" lettering. Pasted as rich text. As low as $81/month with. [citation needed], The SmartWood Exotic line (19962002), which was composed of six models. I don't have a scale to weigh this one. 2003) finish. Nov 21, 2011. The vintage-style tuners are in great condition. The "Voodoo" series followed which included an SG as well as Les Paul Studio. If I had to do it again, I'd do the harness myself and save a lot of money, my soldering skills have improved. smorgdonkeyJanuary 5, 2009 in Electric Guitars. Feel free to call us toll free at (800)222-4700, Mon-Thu 9-9, Fri 9-8, and Sat 9-7 Eastern. These models (adding worn blue and worn ebony as color choices, as well as "satin" fireburst and yellow) featured the carved maple top of other Les Paul models. Used - Excellent. Roadworn stamp on back of headstock denotes the 2006 Gibson charity auction. Those were some radical changes that left a lot of people scratching their heads. Forget the year, focus on the individual guitar. lol. I have play Strats for 40+ year and this is my first LP. Approx 7 lbs. Happy customers, one piece of gear at a time! 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