Need help on purchasing my first guitar

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 12:08 PM

Okay so i have been playing with my church band spare guitar (Fender squire). As you can tell i'm very interested in a les paul because it's tone and how well it does with distortion. My question is should i buy a Epiphone Les Paul studio or spend a little more for a standard?

leifpaul · 11-16-2009, 12:41 PM

go for the standard .

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 12:42 PM

can you give me your reason for picking a standard over studio?

EtriX · 11-16-2009, 12:49 PM

http://www.mylespaul.com/forums/epiphone-les-pauls/31001-epiphone-les-paul-faq.html

Here is the info on the guitars. A good idea is also to try other brands such as Tokai, Agile or Vintage.

Yogi · 11-16-2009, 12:51 PM

Other than cosmetics, the Studio and Standard are exactly the same construction wise and tone wise. So unless you want a prettier guitar go for the Studio. Also it is SQUIER not SQUIRE... this irks me to no end. It clearly says SQUIER on the headstock. Sorry it's not just you but I see this everywhere and I just have to comment on it. It drives me nuts!

The ConGREGation · 11-16-2009, 12:51 PM

The Standard has the carved maple top on a mahogany body, most Studio's have a solid carved mahogany body and top as 1 piece of wood, neither is a bad choice and the Epi's are decent guitars also, it basically boils down to haow much money do you want to spend ? You can PM me if you want to know more,Greg.

leifpaul · 11-16-2009, 12:53 PM

i`ve had both guitars. the standard felt better playing wise, fuller tone

in essence the std were better in tone and playability. and it looks nicer as well

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 12:56 PM

Does it make a different on the sound with a maple top or a solid mahogany one?

leifpaul · 11-16-2009, 01:05 PM

the studio has a thinner body than the standard. not sure about what kind of top the standard has. could be alder . check out both guitars and see which one you like best. i would go for the standard, it also looks the best of the two

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 01:29 PM

okayy so where is the cheapest place to get a new one?

leifpaul · 11-16-2009, 02:17 PM

dont know,but be careful if you`re planning to go shopping on ebay. lots of fake epiphones there

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 02:18 PM

yeahh that's why im thinking of looking at like musician's friend or sweetwater

hum-dinger · 11-16-2009, 02:21 PM

where are you from?

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 02:25 PM

Texas

hum-dinger · 11-16-2009, 02:28 PM

Sorry cant help you then
If you want to get ripped off by UK prices I probably know where to go!

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 02:37 PM

haha i think i'll pass on the rip offs =P i get enough of that over here in the states

lp_junkie · 11-16-2009, 02:59 PM

Ok here is what I tell new players............

Once you have decided upon a style of guitar that you like, go play as many of them as you can. While doing that find some that are similar as well to check out.

For example- while looking for Les Pauls check out the PRS SE Singlecut.

Also the LP Studio is a great guitar, same as the Standard minus all the gingerbread.

Look for fit and finish flaws, check out the frets for rough edges and uneveness, compare the sound to others and really pay attention to how it feels in your hands.

You will absolutely know when you have the right one.

leifpaul · 11-16-2009, 03:15 PM

isnt the studio thinner than the standard??

bigdaddy · 11-16-2009, 03:32 PM

I also need help purchasing a guitar. Please send $20 to Happy Guy, 39 Evergreen Terrace, Springfield...

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 08:27 PM

Yeah i been going to guitar center to test them out but im most likely gonna be buying from an online source since it is the cheapest for a new one. Luckily with these two online company they have great customer service if the guitar is not to the buyer standards

ACELUEK · 11-16-2009, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YourLoveNeverFails

Yeah i been going to guitar center to test them out but im most likely gonna be buying from an online source since it is the cheapest for a new one. Luckily with these two online company they have great customer service if the guitar is not to the buyer standards

Best Buy... If you have rewards zone card you can get 15% off with a coupon they sent out last week. If not, you can get at least 10% off from Best Buy or Guitar Center just by asking them. When looking to buy a Gibson LP, the guy at GC and the guy at Best Buy both said they would give me 10% off without any price comparison or coupon.
I have the Epiphone Standard Plus and it plays really nice. I would not buy the studio. Much lighter than the standard.

Here is a picture of of my standard (replaced the pickups with Dimarzio Super Distortions):GuitarJuly212008 004 - Copy.jpg

ACELUEK · 11-16-2009, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YourLoveNeverFails

Yeah i been going to guitar center to test them out but im most likely gonna be buying from an online source since it is the cheapest for a new one. Luckily with these two online company they have great customer service if the guitar is not to the buyer standards

Here is youtube video with my Epi Standard:

YouTube - KISS - "Black Diamond" - Alive Version

standard man · 11-16-2009, 09:36 PM

G400!

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-16-2009, 09:39 PM

yeahh ima try to get them to give me a discount hopefully they'll be nice where im at

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-17-2009, 08:31 PM

does binding make a difference in a guitar? like performance wise or is it just for cosmetic

diceman · 11-17-2009, 08:41 PM

Purely cosmetic.

YourLoveNeverFails · 11-18-2009, 12:58 PM

okayy so i decided to get a Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plain Top Vintage Sunburst. Now my next question is what type of wires do i need and how important is it? I was looking at monster but that pretty expensive, is it worth the price?

utvol · 11-18-2009, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YourLoveNeverFails

okayy so i decided to get a Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plain Top Vintage Sunburst. Now my next question is what type of wires do i need and how important is it? I was looking at monster but that pretty expensive, is it worth the price?

I just bought my 1st guitar too, epiphone les paul ultra. I researched everything from picks, straps, to cables. The cable I got was a dimarzio 18ft for about $35. I was looking at some monster cables myself but went with dimarzio it seemed like a good cable & had a better variety of lengths.

scooterLP · 11-19-2009, 02:17 PM

hey there,

long time lurker, first time poster. thought this should go in here rather than start a new thread.

i'm buying my first guitar and i've got it down to a choice between these two. the custom plus vintage sunburst and the standard plus limited edition desert burst.

there's not much difference in price........so any reason i should go any particular way according to you learned folk?

brianugly · 11-19-2009, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scooterLP

hey there,

long time lurker, first time poster. thought this should go in here rather than start a new thread.

i'm buying my first guitar and i've got it down to a choice between these two. the custom plus vintage sunburst and the standard plus limited edition desert burst.

there's not much difference in price........so any reason i should go any particular way according to you learned folk?

It really just depends on your personal taste. Soundwise they are probably the same-the second guitar's burst looks pretty good to me

11-16-2009, 12:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Need help on purchasing my first guitar Okay so i have been playing with my church band spare guitar (Fender squire). As you can tell i'm very interested in a les paul because it's tone and how well it does with distortion. My question is should i buy a Epiphone Les Paul studio or spend a little more for a standard?

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leifpaul Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: hammerfest, norway Posts: 171 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar go for the standard .

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar can you give me your reason for picking a standard over studio?

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EtriX Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The great lakes of Sweden Posts: 2,124 Thanks: 93 Thanked 13 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar http://www.mylespaul.com/forums/epiphone-les-pauls/31001-epiphone-les-paul-faq.html Here is the info on the guitars. A good idea is also to try other brands such as Tokai, Agile or Vintage. __________________ HORROR FLICK LOVERS "No Mr. Page, it's not malignant. Seems you have a rabid fan attached to your left testicle". Chasing AXE-Tone® since 2008 Southpaw City

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Yogi Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 803 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar Other than cosmetics, the Studio and Standard are exactly the same construction wise and tone wise. So unless you want a prettier guitar go for the Studio. Also it is SQUIER not SQUIRE... this irks me to no end. It clearly says SQUIER on the headstock. Sorry it's not just you but I see this everywhere and I just have to comment on it. It drives me nuts! __________________ Fall mountains... just don't fall on me...

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The ConGREGation Owner of Greg's Guitars Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Atlanta ,Ga. Posts: 1,464 Thanks: 0 Thanked 49 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar The Standard has the carved maple top on a mahogany body, most Studio's have a solid carved mahogany body and top as 1 piece of wood, neither is a bad choice and the Epi's are decent guitars also, it basically boils down to haow much money do you want to spend ? You can PM me if you want to know more,Greg. __________________ ~ Visit me at Greg's Guitars a supporting Vendor on our MLP forum. ~ Read my monthly article "The Vintage Guitar News and Views" gregsguitars1@yahoo.com or call me@770-337-9679 for cool guitars and gear. Offering an eclectic array of fine fretted instruments for sale worldwide.

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leifpaul Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: hammerfest, norway Posts: 171 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar i`ve had both guitars. the standard felt better playing wise, fuller tone in essence the std were better in tone and playability. and it looks nicer as well

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar Does it make a different on the sound with a maple top or a solid mahogany one?

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leifpaul Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: hammerfest, norway Posts: 171 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar the studio has a thinner body than the standard. not sure about what kind of top the standard has. could be alder . check out both guitars and see which one you like best. i would go for the standard, it also looks the best of the two

11-16-2009, 01:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar okayy so where is the cheapest place to get a new one?

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leifpaul Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: hammerfest, norway Posts: 171 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar dont know,but be careful if you`re planning to go shopping on ebay. lots of fake epiphones there

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar yeahh that's why im thinking of looking at like musician's friend or sweetwater

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hum-dinger Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: UK Posts: 149 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 1 Post	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar Sorry cant help you then If you want to get ripped off by UK prices I probably know where to go! __________________

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar haha i think i'll pass on the rip offs =P i get enough of that over here in the states

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lp_junkie Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 9,217 Thanks: 55 Thanked 182 Times in 41 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar Ok here is what I tell new players............ Once you have decided upon a style of guitar that you like, go play as many of them as you can. While doing that find some that are similar as well to check out. For example- while looking for Les Pauls check out the PRS SE Singlecut. Also the LP Studio is a great guitar, same as the Standard minus all the gingerbread. Look for fit and finish flaws, check out the frets for rough edges and uneveness, compare the sound to others and really pay attention to how it feels in your hands. You will absolutely know when you have the right one. __________________ *Strap locks are like condoms, you may get away with not using them for a little bit, but guaranteed something bad is going to happen eventually.* --------------------------------------------------- Shane Official Site 9-17-10 show promo clip

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leifpaul Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: hammerfest, norway Posts: 171 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar isnt the studio thinner than the standard??

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar Yeah i been going to guitar center to test them out but im most likely gonna be buying from an online source since it is the cheapest for a new one. Luckily with these two online company they have great customer service if the guitar is not to the buyer standards

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar yeahh ima try to get them to give me a discount hopefully they'll be nice where im at

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar does binding make a difference in a guitar? like performance wise or is it just for cosmetic

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YourLoveNeverFails Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 21 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar okayy so i decided to get a Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plain Top Vintage Sunburst. Now my next question is what type of wires do i need and how important is it? I was looking at monster but that pretty expensive, is it worth the price?

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scooterLP Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need help on purchasing my first guitar hey there, long time lurker, first time poster. thought this should go in here rather than start a new thread. i'm buying my first guitar and i've got it down to a choice between these two. the custom plus vintage sunburst and the standard plus limited edition desert burst. there's not much difference in price........so any reason i should go any particular way according to you learned folk?

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