Gibson Les Paul Studio Session - Honey Burst

Finding "the one" is a rite of passage for every player, and the Gibson Les Paul Studio Session is built to be exactly that. This isn't just another stripped-down Studio; it’s a high-performance machine that blends the legendary DNA of 1950s icons with the versatility required by the modern stage. Since its debut, the Les Paul has been the weapon of choice for titans like Jimmy Page and Slash, and this Session model carries that torch forward with a stunning AA figured maple cap and a weight-relieved mahogany body that won’t break your back during those four-set marathons.

Tonal depth is the name of the game here. By pairing a '57 Classic in the neck with a '57 Classic + in the bridge, Gibson has captured that elusive "P.A.F." magic—creamy, harmonically rich, and ready to growl. But the real secret sauce lies under the hood: with push/pull controls for coil-tapping, phase switching, and a "Pure Bypass" mode that sends your signal straight to the jack, this guitar is a sonic chameleon. Whether you’re chasing jazz warmth or stadium-sized rock, the Studio Session delivers with a fast SlimTaper neck and a contoured heel that makes upper-fret access smoother than ever.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

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Weight-Relieved Power: Experience the classic mahogany punch without the shoulder strain thanks to the Ultra Modern weight relief and a stunning AA figured maple top.

Superior Access: Shred all the way to the 22nd fret with ease using the Modern Contoured Heel and comfortable SlimTaper neck profile.

Vintage Voice, Modern Choice: Loaded with '57 Classic humbuckers for that timeless Gibson grit and chime.

Electronic Swiss Army Knife: Unlock endless tones with coil-tapping, phase switching, and a Pure Bypass setting for the ultimate lead boost.

Rock-Solid Stability: Equipped with Grover Rotomatic tuners and a Graph Tech nut to ensure you stay in tune through the most aggressive bends.

ody Wood: Mahogany

Top Wood: Solid AA Maple

Neck Wood: Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right-handed

Fretboard Wood: Ebony

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Acrylic Trapezoids

Neck Profile: SlimTaper with Modern Contoured Heel

Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Hardware: Chrome

Tuners: Grover Rotomatic

Neck Pickup: Gibson '57 Classic Humbucker

Bridge Pickup: Gibson '57 Classic+ Humbucker

Electronics: 2 Volume (Push/Pull Coil-Tap), 1 Tone (Push/Pull Phase), 1 Tone (Push/Pull Pure Bypass), 3-way Toggle

Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic with Aluminum Stop Bar

Manufacturer Part Number: LPSTAA01HBCH1

Depth at 1st Fret: .824"

Depth at 12th Fret: .932"