what model les paul is this really?

[astrozombie]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-Gibson-...#ht_720wt_1189

[jeremy]

standards have always had trap inlays as far as i know. other than that, im of no use

[the guy who invented fire]

It's called a "Studio Standard".

However he lists production as 84-87 but I think they stopped those in 86.

Also, I'm not sure it has Shaws...

[metlking]

Yep, Studio Standard...they pop up on eBay from time to time....Made for a short while. I always figured they were predecessor to the Studio of today. Someone at Gibson decided the consumer was more interested in trapizoid inlay than binding maybe? Perhaps that made it more affordable? Dunno.....

[Mr 9finger]

The headstock looks a little funny, but that could just be me.

[Bfeeney]

As long as it is a REAL GIBSON (model irrelevent) $1,500 isn't a bad price. If the Shaw pups (which I know nothing about) are in fact in it, then it's icing on the cake.

[astrozombie]

these are better than current studios? why?

[dominus]

The headstock looks a little funny, but that could just be me.

Looks like it was bashed around a bit.

[Funkfingers]

There was a brief period in the Eighties when Gibson was building their to-a-price LP model with dot inlays and an Alder body. (Same era as the Corvus and Challenger models.)

Glenn, if you are getting on famously with a Gibson SG, just buy a nice example and enjoy it.

[dystrust]

these are better than current studios? why?

A couple years ago I would've said, "Not a chance". Gibson stuff from the 80s is a bit iffy because their build quality wasn't amazing and they used a lot of alder bodies (Explorers & Vs at least) so you'd end up with a guitar that really didn't sound like a Gibson. Current studios have a baked maple board which just isn't my thing (it might be yours).

After seeing your other thread, I have to say that this seems like pretty good advice:

Glenn, if you are getting on famously with a Gibson SG, just buy a nice example and enjoy it.

I'll also add that I really like my SG, and I'll like it more as soon as I get the Phat Cats installed.

[Flint Stone]

This is from Wiki:

Studio Custom

The Studio Custom was produced during 84-85. It was introduced before the design of the Studio was finalized, and mostly had the features of a Standard with a variety of features mixed in from other models. It had a mahogany neck and mahogany body with a maple top, single-ply binding around the neck and three-ply binding around the body, and gold hardware with black pickup rings and pick guard. The 1984 models had two-piece tops, while '85 models had three-piece tops. The fingerboard was made from rosewood on some models, ebony on others, and had Mother of Pearl dots for inlays, instead of the usual trapezoids. The neck profile was slim-tapered, like a Standard, and the frets were low, like a "Fretless Wonder" Custom. According to limited information from guitar forums, some of these had the sought-after Tim Shaw pickups.


Studio Standard

The Studio Standard was produced during 1984-86, and was very similar to the Studio Custom, including the "dot" inlays, but had a single-ply binding around the body, chrome hardware, and white pickup rings and pick guard. It was also available in different colors, such as Cherry Sunburst and Ferrari Red.

And more Wiki....

Studio

See also: Gibson Les Paul Studio

The "Studio" model was introduced in 1983, and is still in production. The intended market for this guitar was the studio musician; therefore, the design features of the "Les Paul Studio" were centered on optimal sound output. This model retained only the elements of the Gibson Les Paul that contributed to tone and playability, including the carved maple top and standard mechanical and electronic hardware. However, the Studio design omitted several stock Gibson ornamentations that did not affect sound quality, including the binding on the body and neck. The two notable exceptions to this are the Studio Standard and the Studio Custom. Both models were produced in the mid 1980s, and included body and neck binding, though with dot fingerboard inlays instead of more ornate trapezoids. Currently, the only Les Paul Studio with a classic neck binding and trapezoid inlays is the Les Paul Studio Classic '60s model, a limited edition made for the Sam Ash stores [2]. The first Studios from 83 to 86, except for Studio Standard and Studio Custom, were made with alder bodies rather than mahogany/maple. The current Studios come with a chambered mahogany body with either a maple or mahogany cap. The entry level Les Paul Studio "faded" has a chambered mahogany body and top and a satin finish and is the lowest priced Gibson USA Les Paul.

[verbotenco]

Studio Standard definitely! I am pretty sure, cause the last time I saw one it was with dot inlays and binding. I have done quite extensive amount of research on that FYI.

[metlking]

They look OK, but like they're missing something. People usually ask too much for them and justify their asking price by using words like "rare" and "limited".....for my money I'd just buy a regular standard.......

[Warheart]

Looks like it was bashed around a bit.

+1
Looks like the tuners were installed improperly, seem kinda angled, the E's especially.

The dots + binding seems weird to me. So many more options for that much cash.

[DonP]

One of the last inventions of the Norlin era, the dot inlays was another attempt to reduce cost.

[Hellion]

It looks like the real deal to me, but I think the $1500 is outrageous. I mean, pay it if you really want the instrument, but it's seems damned high to me.