Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1955 Les Paul Standard - Copper Iridescent

Experience iconic vintage tone and premium craftsmanship with the Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1955 Les Paul Standard, now available at Guitar World Australia. Inspired by Joe Bonamassa's legendary and ultra-rare "Brown Thing" Les Paul, this guitar is a faithful tribute to a mid-'50s classic, boasting authentic looks, rich vintage tones, and exceptional build quality. Whether you're in Gold Coast QLD or anywhere in Australia, this Les Paul is built to impress collectors and working musicians alike.

The body features the time-tested combination of a solid mahogany back with a carved maple top, delivering powerful resonance with shimmering clarity. The Copper Iridescent finish mirrors the unique aesthetic of Joe’s original guitar — a rare sight in 1955 when most Les Pauls wore Gold Tops. The neck is a set mahogany piece with a comfortable Rounded C profile and a period-correct long tenon for superior sustain and tone transfer.

For tonal versatility, this Les Paul is equipped with a set of Epiphone P-90 Pro single-coil pickups, delivering that sought-after mid-century bite and grind. These pickups are built to emulate the original P-90s designed by Seth Lover, providing a sonic sweet spot between humbuckers and traditional single coils — perfect for blues, rock, and vintage tones. Premium CTS pots and Mallory capacitors ensure responsive dynamics and clarity with every note.

Rounding out the hardware, the guitar features a LockTone Tune-o-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece for rock-solid tuning stability. Epiphone Deluxe tuners with Keystone buttons offer a vintage look and smooth performance. Each guitar comes with a rugged hardshell case featuring Joe’s custom “Nerdville” graphic, making this a true collector’s piece.

Whether you're a vintage Les Paul enthusiast in Australia or a Joe Bonamassa fan on the Gold Coast, the Epiphone 1955 Les Paul Standard delivers unforgettable style, tone, and legacy in one incredible instrument.

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