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I have always preferred fender or super Strat guitars but after listening to more and more of my favorite tones I knew I needed a les Paul After a lot of research, A LOT, and exploring different brands also I decided that the classic would be a suitable choice It is. I don't use any of the push/ pull stuff but the tones off the neck alone are so nice! Versatility is this bad boys jam! Blues, rock, metal, and jazz . It can do it allNo doubt this is the first les Paul I have owned but I have played many and it's the right price vs features . I'd say I prefer the plain top of my honey burst over the fancier flamed tops. It's a workhorse and that is why I got it. Still pretty nice to look atI think if you are looking for a les Paul check this one out

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I ordered a ebony les paul classic . After a shipping mix up that zZounds immediately took care of ....best customer service any where...... I received a flawless ebony les paul classic .ok found the nut to be cut correctly and it is very stable tuning wise the binding and finish where outstanding ...it had none of those micro scratches you usually find on a black guitar . Tone and volume pots function very good nice taper to the volume pots . I played it for a bit unplugged and it was very resonant .not to heavy and not too light. The burstbucker61 pickups sound really really good . I have them in a sg already and I wanted a les paul with these pick ups . The nickel hardware looks awesome and all the tuners were properly aligned. The set up was perfect and I wouldn't change it . Plays like a good Les Paul should . It's a keeper for sure .I have several LesPauls and sg s and a flying v and this new classic is as killer as any of them . Gibson priced this right in the sweet spot . It's a fair price for a outstanding guitar . No buyer remorse here I am super happy with this Gibson . I have purchased several gibsons and fenders from zounds and as usual the buying experience was first class they have taken care of me once again . Just cant go wrong with this guitar and I recommend getting it from zZounds they treat ya right .

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I'm a Gibson man all the way. Been tough the last few years with some of the issues around. Gibson ia back. After much research I decided to order the Honeyburst model. From the moment I saw it out of the case, felt it in my hands I knew it was a very well crafted instrument. Then I plugged it in.The output is high and definitely matches my energy as a player. The guitar sings. It also has turned me on to the addition of the pull knobs and all of the additional tones I can pull from the guitar. Without saying much more, buy it, try it and you will be sold. 5th Gibson ive owned lines from studio to traditional and this one is by far the best.

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Gibson hit it out of the park this time. When I was younger I had a 1959 les paul which I lost in a fire. The new les paul classic plays and sounds exactly like that 59. This guitar truly is a Classic.

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Fit and finish were great.No buzzing,the frets were excellent and the nut was cut correctly.There is a little "ping "when tuning but that happens with all Led Paul's because of the string to nut angle.You can add some silicone or just pencil lead to the nut to fix that.The pickups are great.Very versatile with the coil tap and not muddy like many humbuckers.The bypass pot is a great feature and puts you in the bridge position with tone all the way open no matter what position you have the toggle switch on.Great idea and excellent for soloing.The neck is not really the super thin 60s taper which .It's a little more rounded and feels great.Of course you get an awesome Gibson case,Unlike the PRS 24,which gives you a gigbag ,and all parts are made in the USA.What more could you ask?Great value and made in the USA.Gibson has really stepped up their game since they got rid of their psycho CEO.Im a fan again!

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Here's a novel of a review to read, but I think I covered most of the questions most folks would have.This is my third attempt to bond with a Les Paul. Had a 90's Standard, great guitar but never really connected with her. Had a phenomenal mid-2000's CustomShop R8 Plaintop...looked great, sounded great. But the neck was too beefy for my tastes and ended up selling for a small profit. Saw the Honeyburst Classic & took the plunge. Looks wise, it's gorgeous. The top has a better grain pattern than my R8 did. For the first few days I though it was a one piece top. It's a 2 piece top & the ends are matched so well, I literally had to look for the seem in bright sunlight in order to find it. Unless the light hits it just right, you'd swear it was a one piece. Back is 2 piece mahogany, grain is very well matched. Binding inlayed perfectly, not a rough spot to be seen or felt. Rosewood board looks great, not super dark...but that will happen with time. Grain is even, no knots or oddly off colored spots. It's smooth, I didn't have to smooth any spots out like I did with my American Original 60's Telecaster.Grover tuners...a big plus to me. No offense Gibson, but the "Deluxe" tuners stink...they slip & have a poor ratio. I always end up replacing them. The Grovers are...Grovers. Smooth, no slip or black lash & a good ratio..offhand I think they're 18:1, but not sure.Fret ends...perfect. Level, no buzz, no sharp ends. I think I should get through winters with little to no problems with these.The finish. Honeyburst is a favorite of mine because it's done what I always use the sun to do...fade the burst. I'm a BIG fan of the faded burst look. This one is EXACTLY what I love. No blemishes, no uneven areas, it's cured correctly & the sticky factor of a new nitro finish is minimal. I haven't had to buff the back to the neck to make the nitro "fast"...that's a first for me. It's not that smooth broken in feeling of a well played neck, but you probably won't be grabbing 1000 grit sandpaper & polishing compound due to stickiness. The metal jack plate? One less stock part I would have replaced. I prefer top hat knobs to speed knobs, so that's a plus to me. I did add pointers...it's just something I like. $10 extra bucks, big deal. The nut is EXTREMELY well cut. I use 11-48's...with a .18 wound 3rd. Normally I'll have to take a file & tweak the nut b/c of the wound 3rd or use graphite to eliminate that grab you can get with a wound 3rd. No problem with this nut. None of the strings grab or bind in the nut. Out of the box setup was close. The string gauge change necessitated a couple of tweaks, it took all of 10 minutes. The intonation was within 5 cents after the gauge change according to my strobe tuner, easy fix.Now to the most important part...how does it sound?I freaking love the pickups! I'm a BIG fan of the Gibson Classic 57's and the early 80's Ibanez Super 58's are my favorite humbucker of all times. I figured there was a better that average chance I'd be doing a pickup swap. Not a chance! These are staying put. The 61's are bright, clear are NOT muddy or too hot. I set the neck level with the mounting ring & the bridge a little higher and to my ears they're perfect. I did add unfinished nickel covers, I just prefer that look. The addition of the covers didn't change the tonal characteristics at all, if they had I'd remove them. The push pull options may not be everyone's cup of tea...but seriously TRY them. I use each and every one of them and as a primarily Tele player, I love them all. The out of phase option? If you know who Peter Green was, you'll know what to do with it. The bypass to straight bridge is brilliant! Set the controls up anyway you want & then pull up the bridge tone pot...INSTANT full volume, tone circuit bypass bridge pickup! Push back down & you're back where you started. That's a great feature.All in all, this is a keeper. For being the "entry" level Les Paul with all the cosmetic features (minus flame)...the Classic is to me far more impressive & more versatile than the 50's & 60's Standards. The tonal possibilities are far greater with a stock Classic than a pricier unmoded Standard...and worth the extra couple of hundreds compared to the Traditional or Studio.If you're in the market for a Les Paul, you're doing yourself a huge disservice by not giving the Classic VERY serious consideration. For looks, versatility, sound & quality of build...the Classic is a steal when it comes to Gibsons. And maybe it's due to the pandemic & a slowdown in orders...but the quality control in mine is something I haven't seen Gibson for a LONG time. It's better than my last two MIA Fenders, this Classic is the equal in build & quality to the Custom Shop R8 Plaintop I used to own.The "Wow" factor I graded with Flame snobs in mind.Manufacturer Support I've never had to use, so I can say one way or the other about Gibson's support so I just graded it as a 4.

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Very nice guitar ! Had a 70s les Paul and this plays as good if not better ! Excellent service ! Plan on buying a twin reverb next !

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I purchased this guitar from zZounds about 2 years ago. Black and amazing: Before I made the move I played over 100 Gibson Les Paul and other brands, every time I came back to this exact model as the "Standard" to compare, after 6 months or so I pulled the trigger and received this Les Paul. The only thing I have a problem with is I wish I had all colors as this guitar will be a collector in time. The neck, profile, binging, hardware, pickups and electronics are perfect, not a single issue. The tone pull knows are extremely functional and the lower right tone when its "pulled up" is all on gain, treble tone and right into lead solo's without playing pickup selector and tones adjustment. Brilliant.This is players guitar, not a case queen. So glad Gibson came back from the dead.I've owned original 1969 Les Paul's and some 60 Stratocasters all of which have been narrowed down to 4 amazing Stratocasters, and a few other gems for live, scoring to film and all go to instruments.BUY THIS GUITAR and YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED.I am not endorsed by any companies!!!!Michael S. Smith

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I also approve of this axe! Just got it and it is awesome, I also own an Alpine White Custom model but this is my favorite! Buy it, you will be glad!

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First zZounds is most likely my new go to store. I bought this same guitar at ANOTHER COMPNAY and it was shipped poorly and was the wrong model. I have never bought a guitar that was double boxed like the one zZounds sent and it arrived sooner than expected. zZounds is truly a better business than a couple of the other large stores. This is about the Les Paul Classic Honey Burst.It arrived doubled boxed with no indication on the outside box of what was inside. I like that better than having the word Gibson in bold black letters on both sides, sitting on the porch.The guitar was in a black Gibson hardshell case. I thought it would come with the tweed case like my previous Les Paul. I am just not a big fan of the tweed case. The case included nice Gibson accessories, the normal pictures, documentation and Gibson strap. Before removing the guitar from the case I inspected the finish, pickups, bridge very well before even touching. It was immaculate. when picking up the guitar I inspected the back, the binding, head stock, nut and tuners. (side note I love the brown grain back). again, the guitar was perfect. Dry playing the guitar it was very comfortable and the action was extremely nice in spite of it being shipped. It played very easy and smooth, no fret buzz no rough edges on the neck. Once I plugged it in, the tone was just awesome. The push pull electronics gave this guitar so many different usable sounds and the pick ups were hotter and warmer than I expected... I have a standard and IMO the pickups in the classic sound more full.. The weight and holding is what I expected, and it is well balanced. Take this review for what is worth to you, but I spent a couple months looking and reading and without a financial burden this guitar marked all my boxes.

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Love mine, and the push -pull knobs are just a plus...

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This is my absolute favorite guitar. It's beautiful, plays wonderful and sounds great through all my amps Set up was perfect for me right out of the box. I also own a Les Paul Standard and a SG Standard and I always pick this one up! Thank you zZounds for an awesome guitar.

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About my new CLASSIC HONEYBURST.. GREAT GUITAR.. Not new to the game, close to 60. Been playing since I was 12. Live shows since 14? YES I HAVE A BREATHING HEARD of guitars. MANY makes and models. NOT a headstock queen at all. Have played my squier tele classic vibe at MANY shows. Dont care what peeps think, It rocks. ANYWAY, the gibson. The on I got is great. NO tuning issue past any other gibson I have. If u have many Gibsons u know this, Some are great guitars, some are show-tars. I play very hard. NOT light finger most of the time. WE ROCK, it takes it. ALL my LIVE guitars have battle wounds. I USE THEM, I dont buy pretty used ones, If it ain't a little bruised whats wrong with it? Cause you didn't use it. The lower star on value? I love Gibsons but MY PERCEPTION is OVERPRICED.. I still but a Sh$#load of them though. That the only drawback. My cheaper studio models are fantastic also. Just no binding and sexy outer appeal. BUT like said, I do shows for crowds of 10 to 10,000 depending on time and place. Love to show-off, but cheap well setup guitars rock also, I use EPI. PRS. DEAN, Ibanez, Taylor, etc. etc. The Classic is a great selection if you wanna show off a bit, look cool and rock out. Not much on the other knob features but they do get used at times. Normally use a Tele for a Tele sound. The option is good. Especially if u have fewer guitars. Wanna save much cash, get an Epiphone or LTD. Wanna balls to the wall rock, Get the Gibson. That's all. Is cool, Expensive, and sexy. ZZOUNDS makes it Sooooo easy. LOL. Return customer? Ya, Many years, Many guitars..

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I have always preferred fender or super Strat guitars but after listening to more and more of my favorite tones I knew I needed a les Paul After a lot of research, A LOT, and exploring different brands also I decided that the classic would be a suitable choice It is. I don't use any of the push/ pull stuff but the tones off the neck alone are so nice! Versatility is this bad boys jam! Blues, rock, metal, and jazz . It can do it allNo doubt this is the first les Paul I have owned but I have played many and it's the right price vs features . I'd say I prefer the plain top of my honey burst over the fancier flamed tops. It's a workhorse and that is why I got it. Still pretty nice to look atI think if you are looking for a les Paul check this one out

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Impressive! Well balanced body, shape and tone!

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gibson les paul, classic, great guitar, just buy one, You will love it.very nice build quality, by gibson.mike manne

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Outstanding guitar, set up well and plays great. Thanks again to zZounds.

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I am mostly a Fender man but but I have been waiting to buy a good Gibson at a fair price and wow, who new you could get a great playing Gibson LP for under a grand (I paid 1599.99 + tax during Christmas). I believe this is the best deal around for what you get. This baby is also non weight relieved (does not say this in the description) and sustains forever. I didn't give this five stars because the description did not match the LP that I received (but for once that was a good thing). In the description of said LP (on all the websites I found) it states that there are "Kluson Keystone" tuners on it, when in fact on the Lp I received it has "Grovers" on it. Also, (and something that almost made me not buy this beauty) in all the descriptions I could find it states clearly that you will receive a gig bag with your LP...This-Is-Not-So...point in fact is that I received a very nice gibson case along with some nice case candy. However, this concerned me so I called all the stores regarding this specific LP to verify that it did in fact come with a case and not a gig bag. All the stores responded saying yes it comes with a Gibson hardshell case and that some of the descriptions on the sites may be wrong. I explained to them that because of this description and lack of info available on most all sites, it took me over 8 months to decide whether or not purchase this LP. They were less than receptive of my comments. However, this is one time when you will get more than you bargained for (and in a good way). This LP is as beautiful as it is functional and IMO you can't go wrong adding this to your arsenal. Good job Gibson.

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I think Gibson slipped for a while, but I think they are back stronger and as good as ever... and that means their Epiphone line as well. My newest Guitars are an Epiphone Modern Les Paul and Gibson Les Paul Classic and they are both EXCEPTIONAL !! The Gibson Ebony LP Classic is just drop dead gorgeous and the sound is FANTASTIC !!.. It's screams !! The Plek'd neck plays great all the way to the 22nd fret !! I JUST SIMPLY LOVE THIS THING !.. but I wish it had and acrylic urethane clearcoat like the Epiphone. The Epi looks better, has a tougher finish and will never yellow ... and after spending hours comparing them.. the finish makes no difference in the sound of a solid body !!... an acoustic guitar, yes, but I wish Gibson would give up on the nitro for solid body guitars and follow the lead in fit and finish they have in their Epiphones.

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Love everything about the guitar : the weight relief, the push/pull knobs, the ebony color, & the action is perfect. The sound and playability get no better. The ONLY problem I have with the guitar is I am almost afraid to play and scratch or dent it, as I am certain this one is destined to be a sought after collector's item; and, I am not paid to review guitars or Gibson products, I am just a VERY happy buyer.

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Just received the Guitar yesterday, as expected it arrived very quickly and the packaging was very good. Double boxed and in the case.The case is a TKL and very well made!As always I inspected the guitar as soon as I unboxed it, no issues except that one of the reflector knobs reflector was missing, I did find it in the case though and glued it back on.First impressions upon playing were that the tone was overall dull, sustain, not as good as other Les Pauls i own. Setup was pretty good and the action was pretty low.It does play well and looks great as advertised although the fingerboard was pretty dry, no issues with the frets though. So I assume the strings were old so I removed the old strings, oiled the fretboard and adjusted the action a bit. The sound improved somewhat but still not great, at least for my taste. Maybe I'm just not a fan of burstbuckers but it's not a big deal to swap those out.Another thing I will immediately install is strap locks which is a no brainer. This guitar is touted as the Les Paul with all of the cool mods, if thats the case shouldn't Dunlop Strap Locks be part of the deal??Anyway overall, this is a great guitar, I will probably mod it a bit and try to bond with it.I have a lot of guitars and more than a few Gibsons. This isn't the best out of the box for my taste but not bad.Either way its a keeper!

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I was really excited when I purchased this guitar and though there are some people who have complained about Gibson's quality. I figured that they were likely one-offs and the chances of getting something bad were slim. Well way to prove me wrong Gibson! At first I thought the guitar was spectacular! Then after 10 seconds of looking at it, I noticed that one of the volume knobs was broken! Zzounds was kind enough to offer a discount, but the more I had the instrument, the more I couldn't justify the price tag. The fretboard and strings were absolutely filthy. Even after cleaning - fingers would turn black. There was some kind of paint residue on the tuning. Then there was the fact that the g string refused to stay in tune well after I broke in the strings. I heard this was an issue, but massive detuning from light playing is ridiculous. Maybe a bad nut?Overall, I decided to send this guitar back. I'm of the mind that an instrument at this price should be nothing less than perfect. zZounds took care of me and I already have a new guitar in my hands! Went with an ESP E-II Eclipse. Blew me away with the quality!

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Have played several Les Paul's over the years, but had to buy this one : it puts it all together for me : weight reduction in the body, push/pull pots for additional versatility in sounds, Burstbucker Zebra pickups in open coil for some extra juice (most Les Paul's offered have Humbuckers) and even love the ebony finish : a huge fan of burst paint jobs. A great looking,.sounding and playing instrument.

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Finally took the leap and bought a Les Paul. For the style of music I play, the "Classic" was the best choice. Thick tone, yet snappy response. A little heavy but worth the sound you get. Build quality is bar none. Everything about the guitar meets expectations....However...The MF'r will not stay in tune. "Oh, you just need a set up" okay done, will not stay in tune."Oh, well then it must need a truss rod adjustment". Done, will not stay in tune. "Stretch the strings?"...WILL NOT STAY IN TUNE. I cannot make it through a 3-4 minute song without going out of tune. I'm not even a lead player, I have one little 4 bar solo, that's it. So, it's not how I play, little to no bending. I can't even return it because I spent the entire return time frame on trying to find a solution. So, I am stuck with a useless $2500 guitar that I can't even use. Yay.I normally play PRS SE's. A far superior instrument at a fraction of the cost. I have bought 3, not one has had ANY issues at all.What good is a guitar that can't stay in tune?Thanks Gibson, enjoy my money.

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Gibson is just sad now. I ordered this guitar and when I received it the finish and quality was awesome on the surface. Then came the playability…This guitar will not stay in tune. Stretched strings, professional set up, none of it worked.Contacted zzounds, they sent me a replacement. Same thing, won’t stay in tune. So, now I am stuck with a $2300 conversation piece. Literally unusable.Save your money and go with ANY other brand.

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