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Epiphone Les Paul Custom

Epiphone Les Paul Custom

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$799.00at GibsonObserved at 7:25 PM

38% under what the other stores charge

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Our take on the Epiphone Les Paul Custom

The Epiphone Les Paul Custom is the top of Epiphone's Les Paul line: a mahogany solid body with multi-ply binding, a glued-in mahogany neck, a bound ebony fretboard with pearloid block inlays, and ProBucker Custom humbuckers. It is the budget route to the Les Paul Custom look and feel, with gold hardware and a premium gig bag included. The best new price is $799 at Gibson as of November 4, 2026, and four stores carry it new.

Best forPlayers who want the Les Paul Custom look on a budgetRock and blues players who like a midrange-forward humbucker toneBeginners stepping up to a premium-feeling guitarGigging players who need a gig bag included
Pros
  • Ebony fretboard and pearloid block inlays are rare at this price
  • ProBucker Custom humbuckers with separate volume and tone per pickup
  • Grover Rotomatic tuners at 18:1 and a GraphTech nut hold tuning well
  • Multi-ply binding and gold hardware give it a premium look
  • Premium gig bag included
Cons
  • Heavy mahogany body can wear on long standing sets
  • Figured maple top only on the Heritage Cherry Sunburst finish
  • Gold hardware can tarnish over time
  • No coil split or other switching beyond the standard three-way

Epiphone Les Paul Custom prices at every store

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    $799.00Observed at 7:25 PM
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  • SweetwaterNew

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    $1,299.00Free shippingObserved at 7:25 PM
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  • Guitar CenterNew

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    $1,299.00Free shippingObserved at 7:25 PM
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    $1,299.00Free shippingObserved at 7:25 PM
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Epiphone Les Paul Custom price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,299.00 on Nov 5 at Sweetwater. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 5.

What reviewers say

The Les Paul Custom is well established as Epiphone's premium Les Paul, and buyers rate it highly for its looks, fretwork and pickups. The one review on the Gibson page gives it 5 out of 5.

Pros
  • Custom look and binding details
  • Comfortable Modern Medium C neck
  • Strong ProBucker tone
Cons
  • Weight
  • Gold hardware wear over time

From Gibson

  • Mahogany body with multi-ply white binding on top and back
  • Glued-in mahogany neck with a Modern Medium C profile
  • Bound ebony fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and pearloid block inlays
  • Epiphone ProBucker Custom humbucker pickups with 2 volume and 2 tone controls
  • Grover Rotomatic tuners with an 18:1 gear ratio and GraphTech nut
  • Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and LockTone Stop Bar tailpiece
Materials
Mahogany body; mahogany neck; ebony fretboard; GraphTech nut; nickel hardware
Fit
Modern Medium C neck profile, neither too big nor too thin; 12 in. fretboard radius; 24.75 in. scale length; 1.69 in. nut width
Guarantee
Limited lifetime warranty
Shipping
Free and fast shipping; orders placed by noon CST Monday-Friday ship the same day, otherwise the next business day; free ground shipping within the United State
In the box
Epiphone premium gig bag

About the Epiphone Les Paul Custom

A bold, colorful take on the classic Les Paul Custom

Bold, refined, and unapologetically modern, this Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Les Paul™ Custom blends classic Custom elegance with unmistakable contemporary flair. Finished in striking Vice City Blue, this model reinterprets one of the most iconic electric guitar silhouettes through a fresh, fashion‑forward lens while preserving the premium feel and authority that define the Les Paul Custom legacy.

The Les Paul Custom is the pinnacle of the Les Paul model lineup, with distinctive features that stand out, both visually and sonically. It has a mahogany body, which delivers a midrange-forward tone that sits perfectly in a band mix. The body is highlighted with elegant multi-ply white binding on the top and back. The glued-in mahogany neck features a comfortable, Modern Medium C profile that is neither too big nor too thin. It is topped with a bound ebony fretboard that is fitted with 22 medium jumbo frets and adorned with pearloid block inlays, one of the visual hallmarks of the Les Paul Custom design that makes the model instantly identifiable to players and fans alike. The 12” fretboard radius delivers the perfect balance that makes it ideal for easy chording as well as string bends that won’t fret out.

The Kalamazoo-shaped headstock also has multi-ply binding around the perimeter and features the Epiphone logo and Custom split diamond, both inlaid in mother of pearl. A GraphTech® nut and high-quality Grover® Rotomatic® tuners with an 18:1 gear ratio ensure precise, stable tuning, so you can spend more time playing and less time tuning. At the body end, the strings pass over an Epiphone LockTone™ Tune-O-Matic™ bridge and anchor to a LockTone Stop Bar tailpiece. The pair delivers full action and intonation adjustability, and the rock-solid sustain that the Les Paul Custom is famous for.

A pair of Epiphone ProBucker™ Custom humbucker™ pickups gives this Les Paul Custom a powerful, yet refined voice. The pickups are wired to individual volume and tone controls that utilize high-quality CTS® potentiometers, which, along with the three-way toggle selector switch, deliver a wide range of tonal possibilities, from pristine cleans to screaming leads when you crank up your amp. Black plastics, including black Speed knobs, perfectly complement the gloss Vice City Blue finish and ebony fretboard.

Packaged in a premium gig bag for secure storage and transport, this instrument delivers the sound, presence, and visual impact players expect from a Les Paul Custom. Reimagined for today’s culture and stage, it stands out, draws attention, and delivers stellar tone, making it perfect for every player and every stage.

What buyers say

Buyers like
  • Rated 5 out of 5 in the single review on the page

Specifications

Handedness
Right-handed
Instrument Type
Guitar
Sub Type
Electric
Nut Width
43 mm
Nut Material
Graph Tech
Body Orientation
Right-Handed
Body Type
Solid body, Electric

Questions and answers

Is the Epiphone Les Paul Custom worth $799?
At $799 at Gibson as of November 4, 2026, it is the most expensive standard Epiphone Les Paul, but you get an ebony board, block inlays, binding and ProBucker Custom pickups. If you want the Custom look without a Gibson price, it is the sensible pick.
How does it differ from the Epiphone Les Paul Standard?
The Custom adds multi-ply binding, an ebony fretboard with pearloid block inlays, a bound headstock with the split diamond, gold hardware and ProBucker Custom pickups. The Standard uses a rosewood board and plainer trim.
Is the neck profile good for small hands?
The Modern Medium C profile is neither thick nor thin, and the 12-inch radius and 43 mm nut suit chording and bends. Most players find it comfortable, but try one if you are used to slim necks.
What comes in the box?
The guitar ships with an Epiphone premium gig bag. A truss rod wrench is normally included; a stand and cable are not.
Does it stay in tune?
Grover Rotomatic tuners with an 18:1 ratio and a GraphTech nut help tuning stability. New strings and a proper setup matter more than the hardware.
When is it cheapest?
Epiphone prices often dip during holiday sales and when a new color is launched. Check the price history on this page before buying.
Where is the Epiphone Les Paul Custom cheapest?
At Gibson, for $799.00, 38% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Epiphone Les Paul Custom?
Buyers like: Rated 5 out of 5 in the single review on the page.
Where can I buy the Epiphone Les Paul Custom?
5 stores we checked sell it, including Gibson, Amazon, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, eBay.

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Back Material
Mahogany
Body Material
Mahogany
Top Material
Figured Maple Veneer (Heritage Cherry Sunburst Only)
Body Color
Black, Alpine White
Body Construction
Solid Body
Body Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Body Shape
Les Paul
Body Finish
High-Gloss
Body Semi-Hollow
No
Body Binding
Yes
Body Cutaway
Double cutaway
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Bridge Material
Gold metal, Gold