Gibson Les Paul Junior Double Cut Electric Guitar - Ebony
Overview
This is a no-frills, rock-ready guitar: the Les Paul Junior Double Cut in a sleek ebony finish. It keeps things simple and focused on tone and playability.
Key Features
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Body & Neck: Solid mahogany body with a double-cutaway design for better access to upper frets.
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Scale and Fretboard: 24.75″ scale length, mahogany neck, rosewood (or in some versions ebony) fretboard with 22 medium-jumbo frets and acrylic dot inlays.
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Pickup & Electronics: One bridge–position "Dogear" P-90 single-coil pickup. Simple control setup: one volume knob, one tone knob.
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Bridge & Hardware: Wrap-around bridge/tailpiece for strong sustain; vintage-style tuning machines and Graph Tech® nut for stability.
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Finish: Ebony color option gives it a sharp, modern look; same model is available in other classic finishes too.
Tone & Feel
Because it uses a single P-90 and a mahogany body/neck, you get a raw, punchy and direct sound — perfect for gritty blues, rock, punk, or anytime you want a guitar that speaks without fuss. The double cutaway enhances upper-fret access, making it comfortable for lead work.
Why It Stands Out
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It strips away the excess (no multi-pickups, no carved top, no binding) to focus on what’s essential: great tone and playability.
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The double-cut design gives you reach and comfort that many single-cut Les Paul variants don’t.
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The Ebony finish adds a timeless, sleek aesthetic that fits many styles.
Considerations
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With only one pickup, tone variation comes mostly from your amp, settings, and playing—not from switching pickups.
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If you love the Les Paul aesthetic but want multiple pickup options (neck + bridge) or humbuckers, you might look elsewhere.
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The simplicity is part of its charm — it’s built for attitude and directness rather than subtlety or tonal layering.
