why does a majority of guitars being played professionally are les pauls are they really that good?
403990
the Les Paul is a great Rock'n'Roll guitar, that has a sound of it's own, just like the Fenders do. I prefer a Fender anyday over a Les Paul though!
966487
There is no right or wrong answer for this...If you like a deeper sound with more bass behind it...def invest in a Les. If you like something a little more bright and twangy then invest in a Fender. If you are into punk I think either is a good choice. But all other musical variants are better suited for one or the other.
372059
I believe these kinds of bands, together with other artists like Steve Vai and Eric Johnson, are not so popular in the mainstream because they are a little more virtuosic, improvisational, and experimental (instead of playing what they think will sell) with their musical expression than most rock music fans are used to. Though they have a Rock sound and look to them, their approach to writing songs and performing is more like that of Jazz musicians (real Jazz, not "Smooth Jazz") so the average rock music fan can't really understand or appreciate it. That is why most of their fans are other musicians, because they understand the level of technical difficulty that goes into executing the things these artists do.
314404
a five neck looks really stupid, my guess is its only for looks because Cheap Tricks songs barely need one guitar but they have two guitar players. i just dont see why anyone needs it. most guitarist dont even need a double neck, except for maybe jimmy page who had a few songs where he would have had to switch guitars thoughout the song.
454293
Hands down it's the Stratocaster. The Precision bass is truly a fine instrument. The Telecaster is also a very good guitar, but across the board the Strat takes the cake. It is a tremendously versatile instrument even at the cheaper levels. And I know this may sound funny, but with the contouring it is also very easy to play. Plus, why do you think so many other guitar manufacturers have designs that resemble a Strat? The Strat has been in existence since 1954, and will certainly remain as one of if not the most popular guitars in history.
82948
This is a great guitar at an unbelievable price.\n\nhttp://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Guitar/Acoustic?sku=515366
429966
The Shadows guitar sound is more likely a Fender strat, or something with a floating tremolo. There is a heck of alot you can do with a Les Paul but, it's just not the right guitar for the sound you are looking for. The wammie pedal is cool but irrelevant to your question.
466290
On my Les Pauls, which are heavy as well as my Stratocasters, I use Lockstraps. Go to your local music store and inquire within. They can help you with your dilemma.
841342
Check out the Daisy Rock line of guitars. They're generally built on a little bit smaller scale (for smaller hands), though they're not small enough to be considered a child's guitar. They come in a ton of models and colors, and some of the money from some of the models go to breast cancer research.\n\nAnd even though they're a "girl's" guitar, they're awesome. They feel good, play easy and sound great.\n\n\n\nEDIT: The only reason I point out Daisy Rock is because you felt the need to mention "guitars for girls". The people below who've mentioned checking out all guitars are completely correct - any guitar that you like is the "right" guitar for you. Some tend to have thinner necks, some have fatter necks, some weigh more, some are more expensive, etc... Just see what you like. \n\nAnd just for the record, Daisy Rock doesn't make "crap"...
690128
Double neck Gibson S.G. \nSunburst 68 slim taper neck Les Paul with mini Humbuckers\nhe had a Danelectro/silvertone guitar that I've seen him play in clips.\nALl these guitars are notable due to the fact you see them referred to as "Jimmy Page" guitars/models when they are advertised on e-bay
1093188
I love the sound of the old Stella's, especially when the person is playing blues. I also like Gibson acoustic guitars. I own a Martin, which also has a sweet sound.
707619
Fender is a brand of electric guitar. They also make acoustic guitars, amps, and guitar-related accessories. Their electric guitars are distinguishable by these features: \n- a neck that is bolted on to the body, as opposed to glued in. You will see a silver plate with bolts on the back of the neck\n- single-coil pickups at the neck and in the middle, with possibly a humbucker at the bridge. Single-coil pickups look like a single row of silver dots and have a bright, thin sound. Humbuckers look like two rows of silver dots side by side and have a thicker, creamier sound.\n- A thin or twangy sound, of course, because of the pickups and construction\nThe two predominant Fender electric guitars are the Stratocaster, played by e.g. Eric Clapton, and the Telecaster, played by e.g. Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones. You can recognize them immediately by their shape, and eventually by their sound if you listen to enough guitar.\n\nThe other 500 pound gorilla of electric guitars is Gibson, distinguished by a glued-in neck, humbucker pickups, and a thicker sound with longer sustain (time that the note will continue to ring after you pluck the string). Their most famous models are the Les Paul, played by Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin, and the SG-1, played by Angus Young of AC/DC.\n\nElectric guitarists usually have a strong preference between Fender and Gibson guitars, but some people like both brands for different contexts. Other manufacturers are also becoming more popular, most notably Paul Reed Smith.\n\nIf you have a Fender guitar, especially if it comes from someone who was seriously or professionally into guitar, it might be worth money (or worth learning to play!). On the other hand, Fender makes electric guitars ranging in value from a couple hundred to a few thousand dollars, so it's impossible to say without knowing more.
934768
The electronics on both of them are poor compared to their more expensive counterparts, but I would lean toward the Les Paul because there are more controls and you can define your tone better.
70752
Always play before you buy (if you can't play ask the shop assistant to demonstrate), if it sounds good check the sturdiness of the neck and  test for comfort of play (some lesser branded guitars have unusually large shaped bodies and too wide/narrow necks), but most importantly - only buy the guitar that feels like your guitar the moment you pick it up.
499680
Yes American made guitars are better. Why?\n\n1: Better parts. Look at the hardware on a jap or Mexican strat. Check out the bridge and other hardware. Those rice burners and bean strats have crappy hardware. Now look at the US made strat. Check out the bridge and the pickups...NICE!\n\n2. Better craftsman ship. Us strats are made better. Better necks and bodywork, handmade quality.\n\n3. Sound. Now pick up that beaner strat and play it. Fret the neck high and low. Put that mexi strat down. Leave the amp volume the same. Now pick up the US strat. Wow its louder sounds clean and the tone is good.\n\nThe bottom line is you get what you pay for... So do buy the cheap stuff!
1016784
I would say a Fender Stratocaster or a Gibson Les Paul. (I have a 1972 Fender Stratocaster.) However give the first answerer 10 points. The first sentence says it all. That is the perfect answer.
1144436
That is a Korean made Epiphone Les Paul and really isn't worth a whole lot of money. If you are buying it used I wouldn't pay any more than $250.00 with a case. They really are a pretty decent guitar if you can pick it up cheap.