Epiphone Les Paul Special DC Cherry Red IBG

A Faithful Reissue of the 1960s Turning Point

Born in 1955 as a more refined version of the Junior, the Les Paul Special adopted the double cutaway shape in 1958 and then, in the early 60s, a faster neck profile. This Epiphone "Inspired by Gibson" model carries the DNA of those vintages: 60s Kalamazoo headstock, pearloid logo, all-mahogany construction, and straightforward electronics that perpetuate the model's legend.

For Whom and Which Styles?

Ideal for beginner to intermediate guitarists seeking rock-solid reliability and an immediately inspiring sound, it will also appeal to experts looking for a no-frills riff machine. Designed for classic rock, blues, punk, garage, indie, and pop, it delivers crisp cleans, organic crunches, and rhythms that cut through the mix.

Sound Characteristics

The solid mahogany body + set neck construction produces woody mids, a firm attack, and generous sustain. The P-90 PRO Soapbar pickups (single coils with wide coils) offer exemplary dynamics: gritty grain, midrange presence, and clear note definition. The independent volume and tone controls open the door to many tones, from sparkling cleans to rough crunch, up to thick saturations while maintaining articulation. The wraparound Lightning Bar enhances resonance and responsiveness, for a lively playing experience that immediately reacts to your touch.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

* Electric nickel string set 10-46 (or 09-42) with standard ball ends: perfect for the 24.75" scale length and wraparound bridge.
* Instrument cable 6.35 mm TS jack (mono).
* Guitar strap with classic attachments and stand type A-frame or wall mount.

Technical specifications

Shape	Les Paul Double Cut	Bridge	Compensated Lightning Bar wraparound (integrated bridge-tailpiece)
Material	Mahogany	Tailpiece	Integrated into the bridge (wraparound)
Binding	Single binding on the fingerboard	Tuners	Epiphone Deluxe three-on-a-plate, ivory buttons
Profile	60s SlimTaper	Control knobs	Black Top Hat
Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm	Hardware finish	Nickel
Nut width	1.69" / 43 mm	Neck pickup	Epiphone P-90 PRO Soapbar
Fingerboard	Rosewood, single binding	Bridge pickup	Epiphone P-90 PRO Soapbar
Number of frets	22	Controls	2 volumes, 2 tones
Frets	Medium jumbo	Headstock	60s Kalamazoo style, pearloid Epiphone logo inlay
Inlays	Pearloid dots	Case	Premium gig bag
Nut	Graph Tech