Epiphone Les Paul Custom | 1998 Made in Japan

1998 Epiphone Les Paul Custom made in Japan at the Fujigen factory. JDM exclusive with Gibson open-book headstock. Solid mahogany body. One-piece mahogany neck. Ebony fingerboard with pearloid block inlays. Gold hardware. 4.8kg. Gig bag included.
 
This LPC-80 was built in September 1998 for the Japanese domestic market. It features a vintage-accurate long neck tenon for sustain and resonance. The ebony fingerboard is premium-grade. Original electronics with shielded grey wiring.
 
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In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney. $1,700
 
Key Features
Year: 1998 (September)
Made in: Japan (Fujigen factory)
Model: LPC-80 (Les Paul Custom)
Serial: 809135
Finish: Ebony
Body: Solid mahogany with multi-ply binding
Neck: One-piece mahogany, medium C profile
Fingerboard: Ebony with pearloid block inlays
Scale: 24.75"
Frets: 22 (no wear)
Headstock: Open-book (Gibson style)
Neck Joint: Long tenon
Hardware: Gold (cloudy patina)
Tuners: Grover-style
Weight: 4.8kg
Case: Gig bag
Condition: Good
 
Sound and Tone
Long tenon neck joint adds sustain and resonance. Ebony fingerboard provides snap and clarity. Mahogany body delivers warm, thick tone.
 
Feel and Playability
The medium C mahogany neck sits comfortably in the hand, offering a familiar and balanced profile that works for rhythm and lead playing. No fret wear ensures clean note articulation across the entire board. The long tenon neck joint adds stability and enhances resonance, making the guitar feel solid and alive when played acoustically.
 
Condition
No fret wear. Front face is very clean with minor surface scratching. Two small holes from scratch plate removal (plate included). Small chip on the bottom edge. Minor nicks and chips on back and sides. Neck has minor nicks and dents but is straight and stable. Bridge pickup casing is cracked; neck pickup appears cracked, possibly glued. Electronics work perfectly. Plays well with low action.
 
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