Les Paul
Everything published on Viyolens under Les Paul — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Gibson Guitars: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The brand name on the headstock tells you almost nothing on its own. Here's what to actually check before buying a Gibson, in the order to check it.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Lp Junior
The Gibson LP Junior is an iconic single-pickup electric guitar delivering authentic vintage tone and straightforward playability at accessible prices. A beloved instrument among blues and rock player...
Gibson Les Paul Standard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
This isn't a guitar you buy on impulse. Here's what actually matters before you spend the money — neck profile, condition checks, setup and string choice.
The Best Guitar Knobs for the Money
From budget plastic dome sets to precision-machined aluminium, here are the best replacement knobs by style and what makes each one worth buying.
The Best Gibson Guitars for the Money
Best for the money is a different question from best guitar. Here's how the real Gibson tiers stack up, and where an Epiphone genuinely wins.
Epiphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A Gibson subsidiary since 1957, this brand produces affordable versions of classic shapes alongside original designs — this guide explains the range, hardware and who each model suits.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Les Paul Black
The black Les Paul guitar blends legendary status with uncompromising tonal character, delivering warmth and sustain that has captivated musicians across generations.
Epiphone Studio Les Paul: A Complete Buyer's Guide
An Epiphone Studio Les Paul delivers authentic Les Paul character at accessible pricing. This guide explores build quality, compares to Gibson standards, and helps you decide if this guitar matches yo...
The Best Adam Jones Tools for the Money
These picks cover every component of the Adam Jones guitar rig — from the essential Les Paul and Mesa/Boogie to the wah and delay — chosen for what they actually deliver in this context.
Common Gibson Les Paul Standard Mistakes to Avoid
None of these mistakes are the guitar's fault, and every one is avoidable once you know it's coming. Here's what actually trips buyers up.
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Adam Jones Tool
Artist-related products and memorabilia connected with Adam Jones and Tool.
Epiphone
Accessible guitars with classic styling, covering electrics, acoustics and semi-hollows for players at every level.
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Gibson Electric Guitar
The gibson electric guitar is known for rich sustain, strong tone and enduring appeal across rock and blues.
Gibson Guitars
Gibson guitars combine iconic design, strong tone and premium build quality for players, collectors and recording musici...
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Gibson Les Paul Standard
The Gibson Les Paul Standard offers classic tone, sustain and premium craftsmanship in a timeless electric design.
Guitar Knobs
Guitar knobs let players adjust volume and tone quickly, making them useful for both sound shaping and customisation.
Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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Les Paul Studio Gibson
A streamlined Gibson Les Paul with classic sustain, warmth and a practical layout suited to serious working musicians.