In my previous ten-year tenure as a guitar teacher, I have seen many go through the process of buying a first electric guitar for themselves or someone else. Those initial weeks of learning can be a little tricky, so it's important that the guitar you choose makes you, or whoever you're buying for, want to pick it up and play through those tough moments.
For this, the guitar must play well, look great, and be affordable too. The Epiphone Les Paul Special I certainly ticks all these boxes, which is why I've recommended it many times over. Currently on a deal as part of a starter pack at Guitar Center, it is absolutely worth a look.
Coming in at $199, a saving of $60, you get the guitar, an amplifier, a lead, a tuner, a strap, and some picks. Everything you need to get started.
The guitar's Slim Taper neck and 24.75" scale length mean a playability that won't hurt those beginner fingers too much, and as far as looks go, the Les Paul is one of the most recognizable and universally loved guitar shapes out there.
With the Gibson Les Paul being played by the likes of Slash, Joe Bonamassa, and Gary Moore, the Epiphone Les Paul Special I is a perfect guitar for someone of the rock persuasion looking to get their guitar-playing journey off to a steady start.
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