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Posted by: SeeJay May 3 2014, 09:51 PM

In the world of Jacksons and Music Mans, who was still rocking the Les Pauls in the 80s?

Neal Schon!!!

I mean. . . . it's got a floyd rose which . . . . I'm always on the fence about in les pauls (just look funny), But Neal Rules!

Posted by: Spock May 3 2014, 09:58 PM

I do want one of these - and I'll be DONE!!!

Posted by: klasaine May 3 2014, 10:03 PM

Al DiMeola!
Full shred starts at about 1:35



And this ...

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 4 2014, 09:19 AM

Two of my favorite Les Paul Shredders:

Posted by: Marius Pop May 4 2014, 03:36 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcoweoZ6jpM

Posted by: Darius Wave May 4 2014, 03:46 PM

Gary Moore! If You ever seen his full performance instead of just knowing a few of his most known hits then You will surely add him to the list

Posted by: Marius Pop May 4 2014, 04:07 PM

I almost forgot: Slash!

Posted by: AK Rich May 4 2014, 06:45 PM

A mini Les Paul!

Posted by: Todd Simpson May 4 2014, 07:59 PM

And of course JOHN SYKES of WHITESNAKE

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 4 2014, 08:31 PM

You have to be kidding me, AK What in blazes is that guitar? Is it a mini Les Paul or...?

Posted by: AK Rich May 4 2014, 09:30 PM

Yeah Cos man! Les Paul Mini! Check it out!

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More at this site.

http://www.mylespaul.com/forums/custom-shop/3194-mini-les-paul-guitars.html

Posted by: SeeJay May 4 2014, 11:02 PM

DOUG ALDRICH!!!! YES!!!

How could we forget about randy!!!

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 5 2014, 04:40 PM

In my opinion, Doug is the more refined version of Zakk Wylde The same aggressive touch with more brains in the music

And that Les Paul mini looks like the weapon of choice for a very angry toddler I am a bit at rest now that I know I can have a guitar that can fit a kid

Posted by: SeeJay May 5 2014, 06:24 PM

A lot of people love Zakk (I mean, I love him too!) but his tone can fatigue my ears. No Rest for the Wicked can really give me an ear ache after rocking it hard.

I think that's why I like Les Paul Shredders like Doug. A lot of dudes rely on 'tricks' and that's fun, but at some point you just need to play the guitar. Crazy whammy dive bombs can only take you so far.

Posted by: SeeJay May 5 2014, 06:57 PM

Steve Clark? Maybe not the Shreddiest of Shredders, but he slung that Les Paul LOW and looked cool doing it.

Def Leppard fans?

Posted by: Guido Bungenstock May 5 2014, 07:34 PM

It'S funny, when I first saw the title i immediately thought about Neal Schon. But besides "shredding" he's a master of great and pure emotional melodies!!!


Now everybody see who was Paul Gilbert's shredding inspiration. :-D


Al Di Meola is still one of the greatest Players on earth!!! Keep in mind here that's almost 40(!!!) years ago! Just unbelievable!!!

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 5 2014, 08:35 PM

Guido! I love Neil Schon's re-orchestrations of famous songs, such as this one:

Posted by: Guido Bungenstock May 5 2014, 08:41 PM

Oh yes, me too!!! One of my favorite guitar instrumental albums!

Posted by: Gabriel Leopardi May 6 2014, 02:04 AM

I love this thread!!! My favorites are already posted here. Keep the videos coming.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 6 2014, 10:35 AM

Al Di Meola is one of my favorite players as well! In fact, I have recently read a very interesting article featuring an interview with the man himself - a little thread I have started here: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=51990

Posted by: SeeJay May 6 2014, 02:48 PM

BILLY DUFFY!!! I saw The Cult this year. They played Electric album. He's known for his white falcon, but he rocks those LPs!

Cult Fans?

Posted by: AK Rich May 6 2014, 06:10 PM

Now there is a band I haven't heard mentioned in years! I had no idea they were still together. Good band back in the 90's. I still hear "Fire Woman" on the radio from time to time.
How about the man in the bucket for an LP shredder?

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Posted by: casinostrat May 6 2014, 11:57 PM

Saw this today, made me think of this thread!

Posted by: SeeJay May 7 2014, 12:30 AM

Man, Buckethead drives me crazy. . . . Never been a fan.

But that LP of his has some cool stuff going for it. I like the kill button.

Posted by: AK Rich May 7 2014, 12:47 AM

No Bucket? No sweat! How about Mr. Joe Bonamassa?

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Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 7 2014, 01:04 PM

I'll choose Bonamassa and Moore as Gibson players ANY day! Just check out this song:

Posted by: SeeJay May 7 2014, 02:41 PM

Bonamassa does it right. It's funny to me that he's so popular right now. Love all the Eric Johnson influence he shows. Obviously a very studied player.

He's got a few signature pedals out now. Keep meaning to check them out.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 8 2014, 08:19 AM

I think he brings this tune to a whole other dimension - I liked the song before, but I definitely like his version best of all!

Posted by: SeeJay May 9 2014, 12:10 AM

Ace Frehley anyone?


Just Came across this video, it's pretty cool.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 9 2014, 09:11 AM

Uh oh, he has that Les Paul with 3 pickups And in one video he releases fireworks from the neck of the guitar

Posted by: SeeJay May 10 2014, 12:07 AM

Steve Lukather is known for a few different guitars, but he rocks a Les Paul.

Posted by: bleez May 10 2014, 12:52 PM

This guy

yeah, do you mean the Sam Brown version? That was a brilliant song, she has an amazing voice.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 10 2014, 01:29 PM

Have some fireworks

Posted by: SeeJay May 11 2014, 04:31 AM

NIICE

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 11 2014, 02:22 PM

Speaking of which - there's another! One with a great tone and heavy playing!

http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/guitar_forum/index.php?showtopic=51770&st=0&p=681190&#entry681190

Posted by: bleez May 11 2014, 03:58 PM

LMAO! That kinda freaked me out when I clicked the link awesome!
I know that guy and he is quite often one of the finest guitar players in his house..... not always but quite often

Posted by: SeeJay May 12 2014, 12:06 AM

Not that I am a big fan, but Mick Jones of Foreigner always rocked a LP.

But what do I know, I'm just a . . . . Dirty White Boy. . . (see what I did there? )

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 12 2014, 07:16 AM

That's the attitude mate! Good thought!

Posted by: Jeroen May 12 2014, 07:47 AM

I'm not a fan of The Cult, but one of my best friends is. He asked me to go to the concert last year, so I did. I must say, respect to Billy Duffy who really played tight and articulate. Although his attitude was a bit 'absent'. But that seems to be normal for Duffy?

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 12 2014, 12:09 PM

I've also see The Cult live, in 2012, but frankly they haven't gotten to me in any way

Posted by: SeeJay May 12 2014, 04:45 PM

Billy Duffy is a great straight ahead rocker. Showman, maybe not so much, but rocker for sure. Great tone.

I think whats also great about The Cult is they get heavier as their career goes on.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 13 2014, 06:48 AM

For me, The Cult has been that band which played the song in Gone in 60 seconds A bit superficial, but hey, not my fault that they didn't do better for my ears

Posted by: SeeJay May 14 2014, 10:00 PM

Oh man, wasn't familiar with that tune. Had to look it up.

There's a lot of better Cult material.

Check out who's on drums though

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 15 2014, 08:54 AM

Is that Matt Sorrum?

I am a bit shocked you didn't know the vid Not an Angelina fan?

Posted by: Spock May 15 2014, 09:19 AM

I've never been a huge Gary Moore fan, but he can make the guitar sing, especially in this version of I Still Got The Blues for you...

Posted by: SeeJay May 15 2014, 04:08 PM

Yep! he played drums with them for a while after GnR.

Angelina. . . whatever. There's better.

Posted by: Cosmin Lupu May 16 2014, 07:49 AM

When I was about 16 years, I was totally in love with her