Introduced in 1954 during Gibson’s first Golden Era, the Les Paul™ Junior was designed as an affordable, no-frills solidbody electric guitar for students and beginners. Stripped down to the essentials, it featured a slab mahogany body, a single pickup, and simple controls—yet its raw tone and responsiveness quickly won over professional players across countless genres. The Junior’s simplicity hides a surprising range of tones, all shaped through touch, pickup position, and the volume and tone controls, making it a longtime favorite on stages and recordings worldwide.

The updated Epiphone Les Paul Junior captures that classic spirit for today’s players. It features a single-cut slab mahogany body, a mahogany neck with a comfortable 50s Vintage profile, and a rosewood fretboard with dot inlays. Vintage-style Epiphone Deluxe tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and a compensated Lightning Bar wraparound bridge deliver solid tuning stability, sustain, and the punchy tone the Junior is known for. A premium gig bag is included, making it ready to go wherever inspiration strikes.