Epiphone Alex Lifeson Les Paul Custom Axcess, Ruby, Staff Selected Overview
The Epiphone Alex Lifeson Les Paul Custom Axcess, finished in stunning Ruby, is a tribute to the legendary guitarist of Rush, Alex Lifeson. Known for his groundbreaking work in progressive rock, Lifeson’s signature guitar combines the traditional sound and aesthetics of a Les Paul with modern enhancements to meet the demands of high-performance playing.
Key Features:
Body and Tonewoods:
- Body Shape: Les Paul Custom Axcess
- Top Material: Maple Cap
- Back Material: Mahogany
- The combination of a maple cap and mahogany back provides the warm, resonant tones the Les Paul is known for, with added brightness and definition from the maple.
Neck and Fingerboard:
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Profile: Custom Rounded Axcess Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65mm)
- Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86mm)
- Number of Frets: 22
- Inlays: Pearloid Block
- The neck’s Axcess profile allows for easier access to the higher frets, and the ebony fingerboard adds a smooth, responsive feel, ideal for both shredding and chord work.
Pickups and Electronics:
- Neck Pickup: Epiphone Ceramic Pro
- Bridge Pickup: Epiphone ProBucker 3
- Controls: 2 Volume (Push/Pull Coil Split), 2 Tone, 3-way toggle switch
- The powerful Ceramic Pro neck pickup and ProBucker 3 bridge pickup provide a versatile tonal range from warm, creamy neck tones to aggressive bridge sounds. Push/pull coil-splitting allows players to switch between humbucker and single-coil tones for added versatility.
Hardware:
- Bridge: Floyd Rose 1000 Series Tremolo
- Tailpiece: Floyd Rose Locking Tremolo
- Tuners: Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Buttons
- Plating: Nickel
- The Floyd Rose tremolo system provides exceptional tuning stability and allows for expressive pitch control, perfect for dive bombs and subtle vibrato effects.
Finish and Aesthetics:
- Finish: Ruby
- The striking Ruby finish gives the guitar a bold, luxurious look, while still maintaining the timeless appeal of the Les Paul design. Paired with the pearloid block inlays and nickel hardware, this guitar is as visually stunning as it is sonically powerful.
Included Accessories:
- Hardshell Case: Included
- The included hardshell case ensures the guitar is protected during transport, whether you’re heading to the studio or the stage.
