Studio Session Introducing the Les Paul Studio Session ”an exciting new addition to the iconic Les Paul Studio family. This enhanced version takes the classic Les Paul Studio to the next level, with a host of updates based on valuable player feedback and requests. With limitless tonal possibilities, exceptional sustain, resonance, and superior comfort, the Les Paul Studio Session is the ultimate instrument for players seeking versatility across any genre. Refined and updated for today s musicians, it s the one guitar you ll want to take everywhere ”the one that s truly yours. The stunning carved AA figured maple cap not only enhances the guitar s visual appeal but also contributes to its bright, defined tone. This combines seamlessly with the rich warmth and midrange punch of the mahogany body, delivering that signature Les Paul sound heard on countless hits and stages worldwide. The glued-in mahogany neck offers exceptional resonance and sustain, with a Modern Contoured Heel for effortless upper-fret access and a fast SlimTaper profile. It s topped with a bound ebony fretboard featuring acrylic trapezoid inlays and 22 medium jumbo frets. The 12 radius is ideal for both rhythm playing and lead string bends, giving you a smooth and comfortable feel as you play. Equipped with high-quality Grover Rotomatic tuners with Keystone buttons, this guitar is not only visually striking but also delivers solid tuning stability, paired with an adjustable aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge, aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece, and Graph Tech nut for reliable performance. Versatile Electronics The Les Paul Studio Session also excels in its electronics, featuring a 57 Classic pickup in the neck position and a 57 Classic + in the bridge position. These are wired to a three-way pickup selector switch, allowing you to use either pickup individually or combine them for a full sound. Each pickup has its own volume control with a push/pull switch for coil tapping, giving you two distinct sounds per pickup. The tone controls also feature push/pull potentiometers for phase switching when both pickups are engaged and Pure Bypass switching to send the bridge pickup directly to the output jack for a cleaner, more direct signal. This locking tremolo ensures your tuning remains intact, even during the most aggressive performances. Experience freedom in your playing without the worry of losing your sound. Why We Love It The LTD M-1001 is not just a guitar; it s a powerful tool for expression. Its striking appearance and exceptional sound quality make it a favorite among players who want to stand out both visually and sonically Features: An Ultra Modern weight-relieved mahogany body with a carved, AA figured maple cap Mahogany neck with a SlimTaper profile and Modern Contoured Heel A bound ebony fretboard with acrylic trapezoid inlays 57 Classic and 57 Classic + pickups wired to individual push/pull volume and tone controls for coil tapping, phase, and Pure Bypass switching for a wide range of tonal options, great for any musical genre or situation Includes softshell case Includes Gibson accessory kit