So if you are strapped for cash, then Epiphone is the best Gibson Les Paul alternative. Because they are designed by the same people that make the Gibson Les Paul. Many are very budget-friendly! There are more than 12 Epiphone Les Paul models out right now.
What guitar is better than a Les Paul?
By design, the Fender American Series Stratocaster is a much more solid and stable guitar than the Gibson Les Paul, and here's why: Headstock. The Stratocater's neck and headstock is hewn from a single piece of hard rock maple, with no angle at all on the headstock.Aug 20, 2021
Are SGs better than Les Pauls?
The SG has a slimmer body shape, and doesn't have the maple cap that a Les Paul typically has. Both guitars solid body is typically made of mahogany wood. ... The two guitars also sound different from each other. I would say that tonally, the SG is brighter and has a more pronounced mid and high range frequencies.Dec 2, 2016
Why are SGs cheaper than Les Pauls?
The Les Paul has a thicker body. The SG has a thinner body. If you look at the Jonas bros (most metal band ever) pic on page 1, you can see the difference in their guitar's thickness. Thicker bodies obviously require more wood, therefore making them more expensive.Mar 8, 2009
What is the highest quality guitar?
- Fender. ...
- Charvel. Pro-Mod DK22 SSS 2PT CM.
- Fender. American Performer Stratocaster HSS.
- Gibson. Les Paul Studio.
- Fender. American Ultra Telecaster.
- Ibanez. Prestige AZ2204-ICM.
- Gibson. ES-335 Satin.
- Ernie. Ball Music Man Sabre.
Are Chinese copy guitars any good?
Just because a guitar is Chinese made does not mean it is poor quality. Far from it. ... The factories these guitars come out of have quality control and that is something many of the knock off outfits don't have. I have seen and tried a fair few Chinese replica guitars in my time.Nov 13, 2017
Are SGs lighter than Les Pauls?
SGs are lighter with higher fret access. More of a biting tone. LPs are heavier with a richer tone. Thicker sounds too, generally.Apr 6, 2009
Why are Gibson SGs so expensive?
The main reason why Gibson guitars are expensive is that they are made in the USA. All their three factories are located in cities where the workers have relativity high wages. As the result, the guitars must be sold at a higher price.