Excellent condition 2022 Epiphone Les Paul Modern in Pelham Blue
Just in, this stunning 2022 Epiphone Les Paul Modern in the highly sought‑after Faded Pelham Blue finish.
This guitar combines the timeless Les Paul look with modern enhancements, featuring a lightweight mahogany body with weight relief, an asymmetrical Slim Taper neck for effortless playability, and an ebony fingerboard.
Equipped with coil‑splitting, phase switching, and a treble‑bleed circuit, it delivers a wide range of tones—from classic humbucker warmth to crisp single‑coil sparkle. Grover locking tuners and premium hardware ensure rock‑solid tuning stability.
In excellent condition, fully set up but our pro in-store guitar tech for correct intonation, and a super smooth playing action - ready to plug & play. Ideal for players who love classic Les Paul style but demand modern comfort and versatility.
A true gig‑ready workhorse with boutique‑level specs—grab it while you can!
HIGHLIGHTS & SPECS
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Body: Mahogany with weight‑relieved chambering and a maple top, slim binding, gloss finish.
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Neck: Mahogany set‑neck with an Asymmetrical Slim Taper profile and contoured heel, ebony fingerboard (12″ radius), 22 medium‑jumbo frets, GraphTech nut (≈1.693″/43 mm)
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Pickups & Electronics: Epiphone ProBucker‑2 (neck) and ProBucker‑3 (bridge), each volume pot with push‑pull for coil‑splitting and treble‑bleed, tone pots also push‑pull for phase switching, plus a standard 3‑way toggle.
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Hardware: Epiphone LockTone Tune‑o‑Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece, Grover 18:1 locking Rotomatic tuners, nickel plating
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Strings & Setup: Stock .010–.046 strings, optional case or gigbag not included
Build Quality & Play Feel — Circa 2022
Players and reviewers in 2022 noted:
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The chambered body made the guitar notably lighter than traditional Les Pauls, often described as more comfortable without sacrificing resonance.
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The neck profile received praise: the asymmetrical Slim Taper felt substantial yet sleek, appreciated by players switching from classic profiles.
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Craftsmanship Rated very good across the board—UK and US retailers cited scores around 4.6–4.9 out of 5 for optic, tone, finish and price‑performance ratio.
Reception: Reviewers & Players at the Time
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Blutone Music found the guitar well‑made with rich tone. They also appreciated the work‑manship and tuning stability.
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Sweetwater reviewers loved the finish and overall feel, praising tone, cosmetics and tuning stability.
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UK users on MusicStore rated craftsmanship at ~4.7, sound 4.8, optics 4.9, price/performance 4.6 out of 5. Comments praised the lightweight body, coil‑tap versatility, and rich tone for the value.
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Reddit feedback was overwhelmingly positive:
“So far I’m just blown away at it. It is hands down the best playing / sounding guitar I've ever played… even if you don't go into the coil splitting … everything... sounds absolutely beautiful.”
“That tapered neck makes a huge difference… the Modern is a little lighter. The colour is really gorgeous…and this Modern is much easier to play for me.”
“The Moderns are pretty amazing and versatile instruments. Love the push pull.”
Legacy & Impact
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The Modern series, including this Pelham Blue finish, helped raise Epiphone’s image—offering elevated specs and build quality closer to Gibson’s baseline, at a more attainable price point. Many players viewed it as a serious alternative to Gibson vintage models.
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Pelham Blue swiftly became a fan‑favourite finish, praised not just for its looks but also its eye‑catching contrast with the natural mahogany back—aesthetic touches that resonated on social media and forums.
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The coil‑splitting and phase controls gave owners real tonal flexibility, which many compared favourably even to higher‑end instruments.
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As time passed, this era of the Les Paul Modern became regarded as a milestone in Epiphone’s quality upgrade, leading to broader acceptance in enthusiast circles.
Summary
The 2022 Epiphone Les Paul Modern in Faded Pelham Blue delivered a thoughtful blend of classic Les Paul aesthetic with modern enhancements. Its specs—weight‑relieved chambered mahogany, ProBuckers, coil/phase switching, locking hardware and modern neck profile—offered serious playability and tonal versatility.
Both reviewers and players alike were impressed by build quality, tone and value. Its enduring popularity and visual appeal mark it as a significant instrument in Epiphone’s ongoing evolution, and it continues to be appreciated by players who want Les Paul style with modern sensibility.
