Les Paul Special
The Epiphone Les Paul Special is the beginner's LP — poplar body, bolt-on neck, and Epiphone Open Coil humbuckers at a price point that makes owning a 'Les Paul' accessible. Simpler spec than Standard, but authentic LP shape, tone character, and Gibson parent-company heritage. The first real guitar for countless future rockers.
Best strings for Epiphone Les Paul Special
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
Hybrid Slinky on Epi LP — for LP beginners wanting bendable plain strings with rhythm-weight wound strings.
Pure Blues on LP Special — pure nickel warmth tames Epiphone Open Coil brightness for vintage LP character.
XL on LP Special — focused midrange for Epiphone humbucker brightness, balanced for blues and rock.
Regular Slinky on Epi LP Special — classic LP gauge, works universally with Open Coil humbuckers.
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