Gibson LP Studio, fireburst, made in USA 2011. The Studio is a classic of the Gibson genre; it's the pragmatic go-to with a clean and classy look. This example was made in 2011, so firstly, you get the cool black snakeskin case from that era, a handy bonus. At 3.6kg, it's nice and light for a guitar in this style, and with a slim 60s neck shape in the mix, it's really quite easy to play. The tone is dark and juicy, with a plump low end on the neck pickup and an assertive, meaty midrange on the bridge. The finish looks great too: it's a vibrant black-to-red-to-amber burst, with a bit of grain on show under the gloss nitro topcoat, paired with a classic piano black back, sides and neck. It's funny how some sunburst finishes just pop, and this really does. It's pretty wild what you'll pay for a new Les Paul these days, so be a smarty and go this way instead.

Model: Gibson Les Paul Studio
Made: USA, 2011
Serial: 116611568
Finish: fireburst, gloss nitro
Body: mahogany, maple carved top
Neck: mahogany, rosewood fretboard, 24.75" scale, 12" radius, slim 60s shape
Weight: 3.610kg
Mods: tuners and strap buttons replaced
Pickups: Gibson 490R and 498T humbucker x2
Accessories: Gibson black snakeskin case

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some dimples on the end, scuffs on the bottom edge and extra screw holes on the back from the original tuners. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor scuffs on the back only. The back has light scuffs near the neck join, bottom horn, electronics cavity, back edge and elbow area. The sides have scuffs on both horns and the elbow area, and dimples on the elbow area and near the jack. The front has scuffs in the elbow area, dimples around the knobs and tailpiece and some play wear on the horns.
Overall: very good condition (8/10)

Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/52 Moonshiners strings.
Fret Life: 7/10, minor wear only