Based on the original Gibson classic, the Epiphone Les Paul Special electric guitar features solid mahogany construction, a mahogany neck with a bound, Indian laurel fretboard, a new headstock design and a pair of soapbar Pro P-90 single-coil pickups. This single-cutaway solidbody is perfect for players who want classic design and powerful, vintage tones at prices made for the working musician.

Body Construction

Mahogany has been the standard wood for the Les Paul Special since 1955. As a tonewood, it has a strong midrange, which makes it an ideal platform for P-90s. 

Les Paul Special Neck Construction

The Special has a set mahogany neck with a vintage ’50’s profile; the Indian laurel fretboard has 12" radius—a familiar feel for fans of classic Gibson electrics. The updated headstock bears a closer resemblance to the Gibson design.

Soapbar Pro P-90 Pickups

This Les Paul Special has 2 soap bar Pro P-90 single-coils, made to match Gibson’s original specifications. This includes Elektrisola magnet wire, sand cast Alnico V magnets and tin-plated brass base plates. Voiced for rhythm and lead, they provide a wealth of vintage tones that work equally well in a modern context. The dual volume and tone controls use CTS pots for a smooth and accurate response. 

Vintage-Style Hardware

The bridge on the Les Paul Special is a Lightning Bar wraparound with compensated saddles. Once modern concession: it's designed for an unwound G-string, unlike original models. Epiphone Deluxe Vintage tuners with Ivory buttons complete the classic look of the Special.

Other high-quality specifications include a 5-ply pickguard, a Graph Tech nut, cream single-ply binding on the fretboard and a Modern Epiphone logo inlayed with mother of pearl on the headstock.