Gibson | Les Paul Post Purchase Recommendations
DID YOUR FAVORITE GUITAR HERO INSPIRE YOU TO PICK UP A LES PAUL? WE DON’T BLAME YOU. HERE ARE SOME OF OUR FAVORITE GUITAR HEROES, AND THE GEAR THEY USE (THAT YOU CAN PICK UP TODAY AT CME!)
- Gibson Les Paul Standard with Gibson T-Type Humbuckers
- Danelectro 59 DC Electric Guitar
- Gibson EDS-1275
- Marshall Plexi 1959SLP (Shop Marshall Amps at CME)
- Supro 1690T Coronado (Shop Supro Amps at CME)
- Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive
- MXR M101 Phase 90
Don't see your favorite guitar hero?
We can still help you sound just like them! Give us a call or chat with us today to speak with one of our gear experts! Call us at (773) 525-7773 or chat us on our website and we can help find the perfect gear!
Grab the gear that goes along perfectly with ANY Les Paul
We love Les Pauls, and we know what pairs perfectly with your new axe!
MAESTRO EFFECTS
Gibson was a pioneer in the guitar effects world with that Maestro line of effects. Today, Maestro makes pedals for the working guitarist, applying classic circuitry to modern heavy duty construction
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GIBSON STRAPS
Gibson’s new lineup of straps includes high-quality, top-leather straps, and flannel straps. These straps keep you comfortable while playing for any amount of time, and are designed to last!
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Grab Gear to Make you Fall BACK in love with your Les Paul!
GIBSON PICKUPS
Gibson’s pickups cover every era of their electrified history, from the very beginnings of the electric guitar, to modern innovation.
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GIBSON PARTS
Genuine Gibson parts allow you to modify the look and feel of any Les Paul, adding your own pop of personality to your guitar and allowing you to stand out!
SHOP GIBSON PARTSWhether you're looking for more ways to make your Les Paul YOURS, or are looking for your next guitar, we can help you with that when you come into our Lincoln avenue showroom, chat with us, or give us a call!
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