2016 Gibson Les Paul Studio, 2016 Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded, or Epiphone Tribute+

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Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded 2016 T - Worn Brown
Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded 2016 T - Worn Brown | Sweetwater.com

Gibson Les Paul Studio 2016 T - Wine Red with Chrome Hardware
Gibson Les Paul Studio 2016 T - Wine Red with Chrome Hardware | Sweetwater.com

Epiphone Les Paul Tribute Plus - Black Cherry
Epiphone Les Paul Tribute Plus - Black Cherry | Sweetwater.com

I have been looking at these three guitars, but unfortunately cannot try them locally. The guitar I currently play the most is an Epiphone Standard Plus Top with Seymour Duncan Alnico II Pro pickups. After replacing the pickups and getting a professional setup, I like the guitar, but am looking to add one more to the family.

I typically play 70s, 80s, and 90s rock -- a little metal, but I have other guitars for that. I like all three finishes, and it looks like the major difference is the pickups. Any of you guys try two or three of those, and have any opinions? Thanks.

The T+ if you're OK with the higher "Epi depreciation" compared to Gibby guitars. Regardless, you should be able to find one for considerably less during a sale event.

Might want to check out this excellent blog on the Gibson site:
Good Tone Hunting: The Gibson Pickup Guide (Now with Audio Clips!)

Good luck with whatever you order. Let us know when (and why) you make your decision.