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Epiphone “Inspired by Gibson” Les Paul Custom Ebony (697)

Name: Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Les Paul Custom Ebony | Moore Guitars
SKU: 962127
Price: 1299.00 USD
Availability: InStock

A meticulously crafted Les Paul with genuine Gibson USA pickups, delivering iconic tuxedo looks and authoritative rock tone.

$1,299.00

Same price at every authorized dealer. The difference is what comes with it.

SKU: 962127

Serial: 25111524697

Weight: 8lbs 15oz/8.9lbs

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Quick Specs

Solid Mahogany w/ Maple Cap | Ebony Gloss
Modern Medium C | Ebony (12.0")
Gibson USA 490R (N) / 498T (B)
9.0 lbs | 24.75" | 22 Medium Jumbo
Long Tenon Neck Joint, Hand-wired CTS Pots

Player-Perfect™ Pro Setup Included

Our techs are all seasoned players, so they dial in every guitar like it’s going into their own rig—perfect intonation, action set exactly right, ready to rip from the first note.

Want it YOUR way? Tell us at checkout: string gauge, action height, whatever you need. We’ll nail it before shipping.

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Product Description

The Tuxedo Les Paul, Reimagined

This isn’t just a tribute—it’s a meticulously crafted powerhouse that brings the legendary Les Paul Custom experience to a new generation. As part of the “Inspired by Gibson Custom” collection, this Epiphone Les Paul Custom in Ebony is built for players who demand top-tier performance and iconic style. From the solid mahogany body and maple cap to the genuine Gibson USA pickups, every detail is engineered for tone, feel, and visual impact.

Genuine Gibson USA Tone

The heart of this Les Paul Custom is its powerhouse pickup combination: a Gibson USA 490R in the neck and a 498T in the bridge. The 490R serves up warm, buttery, vintage-voiced humbucker tones perfect for soulful leads and articulate rhythm playing. Kick it over to the 498T, and you unleash a hotter, more aggressive sound with a pronounced upper-midrange bite that cuts through any mix, and is perfect for hard rock and searing solos. The electronics are hand-wired with CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors, ensuring your signal is pure and responsive to every nuance of your playing.

Classic Feel, Modern Playability

This guitar feels right from the moment you pick it up. The one-piece mahogany neck features a comfortable Modern Medium C profile that’s substantial enough for chording but fast enough for complex lead work. The 12″ radius ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, glassy playing surface for effortless string bending and vibrato. And thanks to the long neck tenon, this guitar resonates with incredible sustain, transferring string energy deep into the solid mahogany body for a rich, blooming tone.

Dressed to Kill

They don’t call it the “tuxedo” for nothing. This guitar is a class act, featuring 7-ply binding on the top, 5-ply on the back and headstock, and single-ply on the fretboard. The stunning gloss Ebony finish is perfectly complemented by the gleaming gold hardware, from the Grover Rotomatic tuners to the LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece. The classic Gibson “open book” headstock with the Mother of Pearl split diamond inlay completes the iconic look, making a bold statement before you even play a note.

Anatomy of a Tone Machine

Perfect for: Hard Rock • Classic Rock • Blues • Metal

Tone

The 498T bridge pickup delivers a hot, aggressive, and punchy tone with enhanced upper-mids that slice through a dense mix.
In the neck position, the 490R offers a smooth, warm, and articulate voice that's perfect for fat, singing leads and full-bodied chords.
The middle position provides a balanced, articulate blend, combining the warmth of the neck with the bite of the bridge for versatile rhythm tones.
Responds beautifully to your pick attack; dig in for aggressive grit or play softly for clean, nuanced expression, all thanks to the high-quality CTS pots.

Playing Feel

At around 9 lbs, it has the classic, substantial feel of a Les Paul, offering solid balance and serious sustain.
The Modern Medium C neck profile and smooth ebony fingerboard feel incredibly comfortable and fast for any playing style.
The long tenon set-neck construction ensures you feel the whole guitar vibrate and respond as one solid instrument.
This is a true workhorse; its comfortable neck and classic ergonomics make it a guitar you can play for hours on end.

Versatility

Roll back the volume for surprisingly sweet cleans or crank it up for everything from classic crunch to high-gain saturation.
The Gibson USA pickups provide a fantastic platform for pedals, handling boosts, overdrives, and fuzzes with clarity and power.
In the studio, this guitar delivers the definitive Les Paul sound—thick, powerful, and ready to be the foundation of any rock track.
Its strong midrange presence ensures it will always have a place in the mix, whether live on stage or in a complex studio recording.

Complete Technical Specs

Body Specs

Type	Solid Body Electric
Wood	Solid Mahogany w/ Maple Cap
Finish	Gloss
Color	Ebony
Weight	9.0 lbs

Neck Specs

Wood	One Piece Mahogany
Profile	Modern Medium C
Construction	Glued In, Set Neck, Long Tenon
Finish	Gloss

Fingerboard Specs

Material	Ebony
Radius	12.0"
Frets	22 Medium Jumbo
Inlays	Mother of Pearl Block
Nut	Graph Tech, 1.69 in

Electronics Specs

Bridge Pickup	Gibson USA 498T
Neck Pickup	Gibson USA 490R
Controls	2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-wired with CTS Potentiometers and Mallory Capacitors
Switch	Switchcraft 3-way Toggle

Hardware Specs

Bridge	LockTone Tune-O-Matic w/ LockTone Stop Bar
Tuners	Grover Rotomatic, 18:1 Ratio
Hardware Finish	Gold

Measurements

Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.69 in
Weight	9.0 lbs

The Lowdown

We get it. Buying a guitar you haven’t played is a big decision. You need to know it’s going to feel right, sound right, and inspire you the second you open the case. We put together the questions we’d be asking if we were in your shoes—the real-world stuff that specs alone can’t answer. If there’s anything else you’re wondering about, just give us a call.

You’re getting the authentic voice of a real Gibson Les Paul. The 490R and 498T are the same pickups used in many Gibson models, giving you that classic rock muscle, dynamic response, and tonal complexity without the Gibson price tag. It’s a massive upgrade that defines the sound of this instrument.

The long tenon is a traditional construction method where the neck extends further into the body cavity, creating more contact area between the neck and body. This significantly improves sustain and resonance because the two pieces of wood vibrate more effectively as a single unit. It’s a premium feature that you can both hear and feel.

Of course. Every guitar gets our full Player-Perfect™ setup, but tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout, and we’ll dial it in exactly to your spec before it leaves the shop.

This guitar is covered by our 14-Day Return Policy. If you’re not completely inspired by it, just let us know. We’ll make it right.

If you order before 3 PM CST on a weekday, it ships the same day. We’ll get it into your hands fast with free, insured 2-3 day shipping.

Call us at (888) 794-8482. You’ll talk to a real musician who can answer anything you need to know.

Player-Perfect™ Setups

Every guitar we sell is dialed in by seasoned musicians. We obsess over the details—perfect intonation, immaculate fretwork, and ideal action—so your guitar is ready to rip right out of the case. No exceptions.

Advice From Real Players

Call us and you get a fellow musician, not a script. We'll help you compare neck profiles, talk tone, and find the right guitar for you—even if it's not this one. Our reputation is built on honest conversation.

49+ Years Of Trust

Family-owned since 1976, we stand behind everything we sell. That's why we have a 72-Hour Love-It Guarantee. If you're not inspired, send it back on our dime for a full refund. Your satisfaction is our legacy.

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