Members tiltsta Posted June 12, 2011 Members Share Posted June 12, 2011 I tried all the models when I was shopping a while back, and I really preferred the asymmetric neck shape on the new standard, so I went with that model. I like the burstbucker pro pickups too. I've been playing mine stock since getting it, and it sounds/plays great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GAS Man Posted June 12, 2011 Members Share Posted June 12, 2011 I'd get as much as you can with the money you have to spend. So I'd suggest a Les Paul Standard with the Burstbucker Pros. The chambering makes them a bit more lively with more vibe and chime on the top end. The neck may be a bit thicker but I don't think you'll find that to be a problem. A company like Sweetwater will easily give you a deal if you call them up. Also try Wildwood Guitars. http://www.sweetwater.com/store/search.php?s=les+paul+standard&sb=popular¶ms=eyJkaW1lbnNpb24iOnsiQnJhbmQiOiI0Mjk0OTY3MjMzIn19 http://www.wildwoodguitars.com/electrics/gibson/standard/ P.S. Congrats on getting through year one. My son just finished his 4th year of law with the LLM (tax). Maybe if he'd gotten a 3.7 in year one he could have skipped the 4th year. But it's a tough economy for law school grads, hopefully it will be better for you and my son in another couple years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GreaserMatt Posted June 12, 2011 Members Share Posted June 12, 2011 My friend, you NEED a Les Paul Traditional Pro! I, too, got myself a Les Paul when I finished my first year of grad school. I got a Standard with the 50s neck, and this was a few years ago. If you're even slightly wary of a 50s neck, then DO NOT get one! I made the mistake of listening to people say "ah, whatever, you'll get used to it, it's the same as a 60s neck, blah blah." Sold that Standard. Then last year, I got the Traditional Pro: I can't say enough good things about this instrument. I bonded instantly and used it on all my studio work. Such a wonderful tone, sleek neck shape, perfect heft, sustains FOREVER. TRUTH about the necks; I own both 50s & 60s neck lp's, & the 50s ones are way bigger... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DFB Posted June 12, 2011 Members Share Posted June 12, 2011 Check out a few used Heritage H-150s too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mdrake34 Posted June 12, 2011 Members Share Posted June 12, 2011 I've gotta make another plug for the Trad Pro. I swear, this is the best guitar I've owned. Everything from the tone to the feel is top notch! I left the guy a voicemail, hopefully he'll call back soon and I can get it from him in the next few days. Which color is yours? The one I'm after is in vintage sunburst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members billybilly Posted June 12, 2011 Members Share Posted June 12, 2011 +1000 for traditional 1960 gibby. It's exactly what you want. Go play 10 and buy the one that feels best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members niceguy Posted June 13, 2011 Members Share Posted June 13, 2011 I left the guy a voicemail, hopefully he'll call back soon and I can get it from him in the next few days. Which color is yours? The one I'm after is in vintage sunburst. Yeah dude, mine is vintage sunburst. Look two posts above yours---GreaserMatt quoted my pic. Honestly, I view my Les Paul also as a work of art. Like, some people have fancy paintings or bags or whatever. But even if I'm not playing my LP, I leave the case on my bed or couch, so I can pop it open and look at it every now and again. But it's just such a wonderful instrument. Thick, complex tone, feels great, stays in tune forever... even smells good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mdrake34 Posted June 13, 2011 Members Share Posted June 13, 2011 Yeah dude, mine is vintage sunburst. Look two posts above yours---GreaserMatt quoted my pic. Honestly, I view my Les Paul also as a work of art. Like, some people have fancy paintings or bags or whatever. But even if I'm not playing my LP, I leave the case on my bed or couch, so I can pop it open and look at it every now and again.But it's just such a wonderful instrument. Thick, complex tone, feels great, stays in tune forever... even smells good! How does it sound with the coils split? I have a les paul custom that I'll be selling if I buy this one; I know what les pauls sound like, but the coil taps interest me. They sound good in the youtube video's I've watched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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