Epiphone LP Studio Deluxe Vs. PRS SE Tremonti

Hi everyone... Im sure people have already posted threads with similar subjects... But Im asking here for advice from people who have experience with these guitars so I can make an informed decision... which one would you choose and why?

Ive read a lot of reviews and forums, but I still cant choose, they are both black and sexy and the same price...

By the way I already own a HSS squier stratocaster california series with wilkinson pups... I like almost every kind of rock from the eagles to Dimmu Borgir, but mustly progresive stuff like Porcupine Tree, OSI, Pink Floyd, Tool...

These are the models:

Epiphone Les Paul Studio Deluxe Limited Edition

PRS SE Mark Tremonti

Originally Posted by: dragon's childHi everyone... Im sure people have already posted threads with similar subjects... But Im asking here for advice from people who have experience with these guitars so I can make an informed decision... which one would you choose and why?

Ive read a lot of reviews and forums, but I still cant choose, they are both black and sexy and the same price...

By the way I already own a HSS squier stratocaster california series with wilkinson pups... I like almost every kind of rock from the eagles to Dimmu Borgir, but mustly progresive stuff like Porcupine Tree, OSI, Pink Floyd, Tool...

These are the models:

Epiphone Les Paul Studio Deluxe Limited Edition

PRS SE Mark Tremonti

I'm too lazy to Google them. In the end, it will come down to what feels best to you. If you are doing Floyd, you'll probably want a trem, so that might be something to consider.

In the end, it will come down to what feels best to you

ok... you're right about that, but I was just expecting some views... Im buying it through internet so I cant play them and listen to them... plus, here where I live no guitar store has them...thanx anyway...

Originally Posted by: dragon's childok... you're right about that, but I was just expecting some views... Im buying it through internet so I cant play them and listen to them... plus, here where I live no guitar store has them...thanx anyway...

Ah, now that makes it tough. I have not played either, myself, but the PRS has the tremolo, which you'll appreciate doing Gilmour stuff. Especially if you are used to using the trem on your Squier. I personally like the 25 inch scale (but there isn't a lot of difference to the 24 3/4, really).

Frankly, I'd recommend you upgrade your Squier to a Fender HSS instead of swtching to a HH guitar.

Frankly, I'd recommend you upgrade your Squier to a Fender HSS instead of swtching to a HH guitar.

I modified my squier, and Im so happy with it I dont think I need a fender, I switched the pickups for a wilkinson HSS kit, got grover heads, some Graph Tech saddles and gave it a vitage look to the body and hardware, plus I took one of the tones off and installed individual volumes to the single coils and the hum... this way each one has the pots they deserve... I mean a 500k for the hum and a 250k for the sc... only the humbucker has tone control... its pretty special...

Im just looking for a second guitar and I like the LP look...
Thanks for the recomendation anyway...

Hi Dragon's child,

I have both an Epiphone and a PRS although not these models.

The Epi is a G400 Custom which is an SG-alike and the PRS is an American made SC245 so is not really a fair comparison but I have played my friend's SE SC and found it very playable and sounded great.

My main problem with the G400 is that the body is very light which can lead to disasters when you let the neck go!

So, I'm probably not the best person to advise you because I would say PRS every time.

I regularly read reviews in Brit magazines and the whole SE range always seems well thought of especially in its price range.

Which ever way you go, I hope you're delighted with your purchase!

Dave.

Thanks Dave,

I think Im gonna pick the PRS, by now its winning, by reviews Ive read and comments from everybody... I'd like a guitar that sounds good enough so that I dont have to change anything in it... I already did it with my squier and it takes a lot of time...it was worthy, but I want my second guitar to be already nice in its original form, and of course for an affordable price...

I just picked up the PRS Tremonti this evening from Guitar Center (my birthday weekend). I love the wide neck. My big fingers can get around easier. I haven't had a chance to play on the amp since my kids are sleeping but I am liking it so far. This is going to be my main guitar for a long time.

FYI, there is a $50 off coupon for guitar center on their website.

Bobby

Nice man... tell me what you think after you play it on the amp... and what amp are you playing it on? By the way congratulations on your bday..!