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Gibson & Epiphone Cashback Promotion
From 1st May to 30th June, purchase a Gibson or Epiphone stringed instrument (e.g. guitar, bass, mandolin) valued at $999+ and claim serious cashback! Simply purchase any Gibson or Epiphone stringed instrument over $999 from Riffs & Licks Music during the promotion period, retain your tax invoice, and submit your cashback claim here by 11:59 pm AEST 7th July 2026. Once your details have been validated, you will receive a confirmation email. Once approved, you will receive a digitally issued Corporate Prepaid Card within 30-60 days. A full list of eligible products is available here.
Cashback Tiers
- Purchase products valued at $999+ and claim $150 cashback
- Purchase products valued at $1,999+ and claim $300 cashback
- Purchase products valued at $4,999+ and claim $500 cashback
- Purchase products valued at $9,999+ and claim $1000 cashback
Please Note: Second-hand items are not eligible. Product value refers to the purchased price of individual products, not the total purchase amount. One cashback claim per product. Each product is eligible for the cashback amount in the relevant tier described above; tiers are not cumulative (e.g. products valued at $1,999+ are eligible for $300 cashback only, not $300 cashback + $150 cashback from $999+ tier). Only instruments that have been paid in full and invoiced by June 30 are eligible. If purchasing via layby, please ensure the full balance is paid by June 30. Pre-Order products will only be eligible if they are delivered and invoiced by June 30; any pre-order ETA is an ETA only and is not a guarantee that the product will be available by this date. Full terms and conditions are available here.
Classic Les Paul Feel with Balanced Vintage Output
The Epiphone Inspired By Les Paul Standard '50s Bourbon Burst delivers the core elements of a classic Les Paul, combining a mahogany body with a maple cap for a tone that balances warmth, sustain, and clarity. The figured maple veneer adds visual depth without changing the fundamental response, keeping the focus on that familiar midrange push and rounded low end.
The 1959 Rounded Medium C neck profile feels full and supportive in the hand, encouraging a more relaxed grip, while the 12" radius and medium jumbo frets allow for controlled bends and smooth lead work. The long tenon neck joint adds stability and helps transfer vibration more effectively through the body.
The ProBucker 1 and 2 pickups are voiced to sit comfortably in a vintage output range. The neck remains warm and open without becoming muddy, while the bridge adds bite and definition without sounding overly sharp. Combined with CTS pots and 50s wiring, the controls respond gradually, making it easier to shape tone directly from the guitar. The LockTone bridge and stopbar keep everything stable under heavy playing while maintaining sustain and tuning consistency.
At Riffs & Licks Music, we think this is a strong option for players who want traditional Les Paul feel and tone, giving you a versatile platform that handles both clean and driven sounds with ease.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Les Paul |
| Body | Maple with Highly Figured Flame Maple Veneer (Top), Mahogany (Body) |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Neck | Mahogany, Glued In, Set Neck; Long Tenon |
| Neck Shape | 1959 Rounded Medium C |
| Scale Length | 24.75" (628.65 mm) |
| Fingerboard, Radius | Rosewood, 12.0" (304.8 mm) |
| Frets | 22, Medium Jumbo |
| Nut, Width | Graph Tech, 1.69" (43.0 mm) |
| Machine Heads | Epiphone Vintage Deluxe |
| Pickguard | Cream |
| Pickups | ProBucker 1 (Neck), ProBucker 2 (Bridge) |
| Controls | 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS Potentiometers, 50s Wiring, Epiphone 3-way Toggle |
| Bridge | LockTone Tune-O-Matic, LockTone Stop Bar |
| Gig Bag/Hard Case | Premium Gig Bag Included |
(8500887)
| Body Shape | Les Paul & Similar |
| Left / Right Handed | Right Handed |
| Series | Epiphone Inspired By Collection |
| SKU | 8500887 |
| Barcode # | 711106178264 |
| Brand | Epiphone |
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