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I would like to get some info here for a freind who is interested in buying about what might be the best years/s for a Gibson Les Paul Classic. Thanks!:hank
 
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Early to mid 90's... :hmm

Actually any pre Nashville bridge model... I think that was 2007ish or thereabouts...

That's a while back, so I really don't have an accurate timeline on these. :hmm
 
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BURSTGANG said:
I would like to get some info here for a freind who is interested in buying about what might be the best years/s for a Gibson Les Paul Classic. Thanks!:hank
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It depends on what features you define as good, and how much collectability is an issue. If your pal has found a Classic he likes for a good price, that's all there is to it.

If he wants a Classic for paticular specs, there have been lot's of variations. Define the make or break specs, and you have your answer.


If it is more of a vauge, how about a Classic? I can't help.
 
grimlyflick

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KennyF said:
Early to mid 90's... :hmm

Actually any pre Nashville bridge model... I think that was 2007ish or thereabouts...

That's a while back, so I really don't have an accurate timeline on these. :hmm
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My 2004 has a Nashville, so pre Nashvilles's are earlier than that, of course the OP may prefer a Nashville of course. :salude
 
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BURSTGANG said:
I would like to get some info here for a freind who is interested in buying about what might be the best years/s for a Gibson Les Paul Classic. Thanks!:hank
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Your friend should try any and all years and find the one that he likes best.
Eliminating certain years can mean missing out on the best one. :ganz
 
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Pre-2003 Classics have specs that sit between the Standard and Historic ranges but with thin necks. A good set of pups improve the guitar no end. 2003 and beyond are essentially Standards with a thin neck and different pups.
 
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