--- product_id: 1360708 title: "Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst" brand: "epiphone" price: "₨273869" currency: LKR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Epiphone" url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/1360708-les-paul-special-ii-heritage-cherry-sunburst store_origin: LK region: Sri Lanka --- # All-Mahogany body & neck for rich tone LockTone™ Tune-o-matic bridge for superior sustain 700T & 650R Humbuckers for classic Les Paul sound Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst **Brand:** epiphone **Price:** ₨273869 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Own the stage with classic Les Paul power and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst by epiphone - **How much does it cost?** ₨273869 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/1360708-les-paul-special-ii-heritage-cherry-sunburst) ## Best For - epiphone enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted epiphone brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Pro-Grade Pickups:** Equipped with hot open-coil 700T and 650R Humbuckers for that legendary rock and blues vibe. - • **Rock-Solid Hardware:** Epiphone LockTone™ locking Tune-o-matic bridge and Stop-bar tailpiece ensure incredible sustain and tuning stability. - • **Iconic Les Paul Tone:** Authentic all-Mahogany construction delivers warm, powerful sound that pros and beginners crave alike. - • **Player-Friendly Design:** 24.75" scale length and smooth Laurel fretboard provide effortless playability for all skill levels. - • **Sleek Heritage Cherry Sunburst:** Eye-catching finish that stands out on stage and in the studio, making you the center of attention. ## Overview The Epiphone Les Paul Special II in Heritage Cherry Sunburst is a top-selling electric guitar featuring an all-Mahogany body and neck, Laurel fretboard, and powerful 700T/650R Humbucker pickups. Designed for both beginners and seasoned pros, it offers authentic Les Paul tone, durable LockTone™ hardware for superior sustain, and a visually striking finish, making it a versatile and reliable instrument for any guitarist. ## Description Our number one selling model is more than just about the price. The Epiphone Special II is a great way for beginners to get started on guitar with real, Les Paul tone, but seasoned pros love the Special II because it's a great-sounding, workhorse guitar that lets them leave their more expensive axes at home. The authentic LP power starts with all-Mahogany construction with a Rosewood fingerboard and is voiced by a pair of hot open-coil 700T and 650R Humbucker pickups. Like all of our electric guitars, it comes standard-equipped with 500K Ohms potentiometers, our own heavy-duty 3-way pickup selector toggle switch and non-rotating heavy duty output jack. This value-champ also features Chrome hardware including the Epiphone LockTone™ locking Tune-o-matic bridge and Stop-bar tailpiece for amazing sustain and even more mind-blowing value. Review: Super value for the money. If you're on a budget, this is an outstanding choice... - The Epiphone LP Special II Les Paul Collection Electric Guitar is a GREAT GUITAR for $169.00 (The average selling price at the time of this review). The pickups, tune-o-matic bridge and stop piece are the same ones used in Epiphone's more expensive guitars, and are similar to what's used in much more expensive Gibsons. Although the tone adjustments have been simplified to a toggle between the three pickup combinations and an overall tone control for both pickups, this is not as big a deal as many might make of it. Given the vast array of other things that influence electric guitar sound -- strings, amp choice and settings, effects pedals and so forth -- the guitar sounds great as is. The finish and general fit and balance of the guitar are great. There was a time when budget guitars screamed cheap and were quite obviously low class in a lot of areas. Those days are past with the Epiphone LP Special II. All that said, there a few things to remember. * The guitar comes with very light bendy strings. This is probably due to market data that tells Epiphone that the bulk of buyers for this guitar are teen Guitar Heros who think that string bending every note is an essential aspect of shredding and wailing. If you plan to put heavier strings on the guitar (like 12-51s for example) for jazz or other styles of music then you will probably need a truss rod adjustment to compensate for the added tension. If you don't know how to do this, ask someone who does. You can ruin a guitar, permanently, by being too aggressive with a truss rod adjustment. * The guitar has a mahogany neck, but a basswood body. Do not let anyone tell you this is a bad thing. Basswood is a completely acceptable wood for musical instruments. It is not worse or better than mahogany or maple. It is just different. Once again, the differences involved will probably be irrelevant when added into all the other things that players do with amps, strings and pedals to create tone and sound from an electric guitar. * Epiphone has more than one factory making these guitars. One is in China, the other in is Indonesia. The guitars made by each are very close in every detail, but not exactly, perfectly the same. * The Chinese examples of the sunburst model that I have seen have a slightly golden-orange tone to the sunburst pattern, more like the traditional sunburst color in American guitars. The Indonesian examples I have seen have a much more over all orange look. Basswood does not have a lot of visible grain. The example guitar shown in the official Epiphone product photos, the photos you see on most web sites like desertcart and Musician's Friend and so forth, are probably a little optimistic when it comes to visible grain and the golden hued quality of the sunburst finish. * The Chinese examples I have seen tend to weigh more. One Indonesian model I saw weighed a full pound and half less than the Chinese model right next to it. There is not, unfortunately, any way to tell from the box or from the barcode or SKU number on the box what factory a given example inisde the box came from. The system will deal out whatever is in stock at the moment. The world is full of guys who will zero in on all the details they find inferior about this guitar by noting the rather obvious fact that this is not a Gibson Les Paul Standard costing $3,000.00. There are some people who will complain that this guitar has a bolt on neck. True, the set necks of the more expensive Epiphones and Gibsons are nicer. But, considering the fact that every Fender Stratocaster ever made had a bolt on neck, is this really a big deal? Would Jimi Hendrix have played "Purple Haze" better if his Strat had a set in neck? Probably not. The guitar this model is probably closest to, in spirit and purpose, is not the Gibson Les Pauls but, rather, to the old Gibson Melody Maker guitars from the 60s. That said, this is a hell of lot more guitar for the money than any Melody Maker ever was, and adjusted for inflation, relative to what a Melody Maker would have cost you in 1968, for example, it is almost like Epiphone paying you to play it. People listen to music, not guitars. Music is made by players, not by pickups and electronics. If you're on a budget, this is an outstanding choice. If you're not on a budget, it's still a very good basic instrument. RECOMMENDED. Review: After a proper set-up 5 stars Damn nice guitar - I am editing my previous review on this little guitar after taking the time to properly set it up, dial it in and play it for a while. I edited yet again as someone didn't appreciate my "gloating" over other guitars I own. Sorry to offend YOU. I made a knee jerk review (again) right after I got this. But in all fairness I received my Gibson Les Paul on the same day, buying IT from my local music store and professionally set up, ready to go. I was comparing apples and oranges, so to speak. But now, even after comparing them to each other, they really aren't that far apart. The Gibson is the best guitar I've ever owned and made my previous comparison based on it. But this little baby is now my second favorite. My other review was NOT FAIR!!!!!! I paid a lot more for the Gibson and 149 bucks for this Epiphone. Dollar for dollar this little Ephiphone is a steal!!!! WOW!!! I must honestly admit, the edge goes to my Gibson, but not by as much as you'd think. This little Epiphone is an outstanding guitar, regardless of price. If I were to play them each blindfolded I would never guess one was $149 guitar, ever! The tone of the Epiphone is much like the Gibson Les Paul. It's easy to play, comfortable and has a sweet sound. I can either rock out with it or mellow out and play the blues or classic rock. To be honest, I will probably play this Epiphone a LOT more than the Gibson. After all, if I ding this one up I haven't broke the bank. I think I'll tend to use this one a lot more than the other. I am very happy with this Epiphone Les Paul and will proudly play and OWN it. I am amazed they can make this thing for the money they charge. I may purchase another one and put it away as I'm sure the price won't stay this low. PLUS, I'll get another one in a different color!! You can never have too many guitars.. I am going to an a pickguard to this one. The finish on it is outstanding and I'd like to keep it that way. If I were thinking of learning to play the guitar, this one is a no-brainer....BUY IT!!! If you're an established player looking for a really nice practice guitar, I'd buy this one is a heartbeat. I was shocked at how sweet it sounds, how good it looks, how comfortable and light it is and how well it plays. Sure it was way out of tune and required a few height adjustments but now it is FANTASTIC. New rule for me, no writing reviews until I own the product for at least one week!!!!! ## Features - Okoume Body and Neck - Basswood body - Rosewood fretboard - Ebony, Heritage Cherry Sunburst, Vintage Sunburst finishes ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002CZUUQ | | Back Material Type | Mahogany Wood | | Best Sellers Rank | #14,508 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #58 in Solid Body Electric Guitars | | Body Material | Mahogany | | Body Material Type | Mahogany | | Brand | Epiphone | | Brand Name | Epiphone | | Color | Heritage Cherry Sunburst | | Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,611 Reviews | | Fretboard Material Type | Laurel Wood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00711106260204 | | Guitar Bridge System | Tune-O-Matic | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H-H | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Included Components | 500K Ohms potentiometers, 3-way pickup selector toggle switch, non-rotating heavy duty output jack, Epiphone LockTone™ locking Tune-o-matic bridge, Epiphone LockTone Stop-bar tailpiece | | Instrument | guitar | | Instrument Size | 39 inches x 17 inches x 7 inches | | Item Dimensions | 39 x 17 x 7 inches | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 39"L x 17"W x 7"H | | Item Type Name | Solid-Body Electric Guitar | | Item Weight | 10 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Epiphone | | Manufacturer Part Number | ENJRHSCH1 | | Material Type | Laurel Wood, Mahogany Wood | | Model Name | Les Paul Special-II E1 | | Model Number | ENJRHSCH1 | | Neck Material Type | Mahogany | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Scale Length | 24.75 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | Top Material Type | Okoume Wood | | UPC | 711106260204 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Lifetime limited warranty. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Epiphone - **Color:** Heritage Cherry Sunburst - **Top Material Type:** Okoume Wood - **Body Material:** Mahogany - **Back Material Type:** Mahogany Wood - **Neck Material Type:** Mahogany - **Fretboard Material Type:** Laurel Wood - **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H-H - **String Material Type:** Nickel - **Hand Orientation:** Right ## Images ![Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612bEnseALL.jpg) ![Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51UdwGplrxL.jpg) ![Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51+chVKVMlL.jpg) ![Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Hfd9knTCL.jpg) ![Les Paul Special II, Heritage Cherry Sunburst - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wuQVvP1CL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is it easier for people with small hands?** A: You can buy guitars that are 3/4 scale, so 3/4 smaller than a regular guitar. This guitar is a full-size guitar. These are the kind of guitars that you want for children or people with very small hands. If you were in doubt and you're just learning to play or the person in question is just learning to play, you're better off buying the smaller guitar and buying a bigger one later. Because one of the things about playing guitar, is if you get into it your own more than one. Sort of like lightsabers and Star Wars, eventually you have to make decisions for yourself. The frets on the guitar can very slightly, depending on the scale length used by the guitar brand. For instance, Fenders (thus Squier) have a slightly, less than an inch, longer scale length than Gibsons (thus Epiphones too) do. The full-sized guitar scale length range is 24"-26.5" from the guitar nut at the top of the fretboard, where the strings pass through to the headstock, to the bridge towards the bottom of the guitar. That's the area that makes the sound. All Gibson/Epiphone will be 24.5" almost all Fender/Squier will be 25.5" (except Mustangs which are 24"). The longest scale length guitars are seven string Ibanez, Jackson, Schecter, and others. **Q: Is this guitar easy for people, adults, with small hands?** A: yes, I have the Gibson version. It's one of my favorites, (I have 14 guitars). The size makes it enjoyable to play even while sitting down, (I'm also sixty years old). I have smaller hands with a touch of arthritis in my left thumb, the Gibson scale works better for me than the longer Fender scale. You can't beat this guitar for the money. It's easy to make adjustments too if you feel so inclined. **Q: Can this work with the game RockSmith?** A: It most certainty can... I own rocksmith and bought this guitar for my self... I works with rocksmith better than my three other guitars do **Q: Doesa guitar case come with guitar** A: The one I ordered did not come with a case. It's a great guitar especially for a younger player who is still developing strength in his or her hands. The case did add an expense. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super value for the money. If you're on a budget, this is an outstanding choice... *by A***S on October 4, 2010* The Epiphone LP Special II Les Paul Collection Electric Guitar is a GREAT GUITAR for $169.00 (The average selling price at the time of this review). The pickups, tune-o-matic bridge and stop piece are the same ones used in Epiphone's more expensive guitars, and are similar to what's used in much more expensive Gibsons. Although the tone adjustments have been simplified to a toggle between the three pickup combinations and an overall tone control for both pickups, this is not as big a deal as many might make of it. Given the vast array of other things that influence electric guitar sound -- strings, amp choice and settings, effects pedals and so forth -- the guitar sounds great as is. The finish and general fit and balance of the guitar are great. There was a time when budget guitars screamed cheap and were quite obviously low class in a lot of areas. Those days are past with the Epiphone LP Special II. All that said, there a few things to remember. * The guitar comes with very light bendy strings. This is probably due to market data that tells Epiphone that the bulk of buyers for this guitar are teen Guitar Heros who think that string bending every note is an essential aspect of shredding and wailing. If you plan to put heavier strings on the guitar (like 12-51s for example) for jazz or other styles of music then you will probably need a truss rod adjustment to compensate for the added tension. If you don't know how to do this, ask someone who does. You can ruin a guitar, permanently, by being too aggressive with a truss rod adjustment. * The guitar has a mahogany neck, but a basswood body. Do not let anyone tell you this is a bad thing. Basswood is a completely acceptable wood for musical instruments. It is not worse or better than mahogany or maple. It is just different. Once again, the differences involved will probably be irrelevant when added into all the other things that players do with amps, strings and pedals to create tone and sound from an electric guitar. * Epiphone has more than one factory making these guitars. One is in China, the other in is Indonesia. The guitars made by each are very close in every detail, but not exactly, perfectly the same. * The Chinese examples of the sunburst model that I have seen have a slightly golden-orange tone to the sunburst pattern, more like the traditional sunburst color in American guitars. The Indonesian examples I have seen have a much more over all orange look. Basswood does not have a lot of visible grain. The example guitar shown in the official Epiphone product photos, the photos you see on most web sites like Amazon and Musician's Friend and so forth, are probably a little optimistic when it comes to visible grain and the golden hued quality of the sunburst finish. * The Chinese examples I have seen tend to weigh more. One Indonesian model I saw weighed a full pound and half less than the Chinese model right next to it. There is not, unfortunately, any way to tell from the box or from the barcode or SKU number on the box what factory a given example inisde the box came from. The system will deal out whatever is in stock at the moment. The world is full of guys who will zero in on all the details they find inferior about this guitar by noting the rather obvious fact that this is not a Gibson Les Paul Standard costing $3,000.00. There are some people who will complain that this guitar has a bolt on neck. True, the set necks of the more expensive Epiphones and Gibsons are nicer. But, considering the fact that every Fender Stratocaster ever made had a bolt on neck, is this really a big deal? Would Jimi Hendrix have played "Purple Haze" better if his Strat had a set in neck? Probably not. The guitar this model is probably closest to, in spirit and purpose, is not the Gibson Les Pauls but, rather, to the old Gibson Melody Maker guitars from the 60s. That said, this is a hell of lot more guitar for the money than any Melody Maker ever was, and adjusted for inflation, relative to what a Melody Maker would have cost you in 1968, for example, it is almost like Epiphone paying you to play it. People listen to music, not guitars. Music is made by players, not by pickups and electronics. If you're on a budget, this is an outstanding choice. If you're not on a budget, it's still a very good basic instrument. RECOMMENDED. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ After a proper set-up 5 stars Damn nice guitar *by D***E on January 25, 2014* I am editing my previous review on this little guitar after taking the time to properly set it up, dial it in and play it for a while. I edited yet again as someone didn't appreciate my "gloating" over other guitars I own. Sorry to offend YOU. I made a knee jerk review (again) right after I got this. But in all fairness I received my Gibson Les Paul on the same day, buying IT from my local music store and professionally set up, ready to go. I was comparing apples and oranges, so to speak. But now, even after comparing them to each other, they really aren't that far apart. The Gibson is the best guitar I've ever owned and made my previous comparison based on it. But this little baby is now my second favorite. My other review was NOT FAIR!!!!!! I paid a lot more for the Gibson and 149 bucks for this Epiphone. Dollar for dollar this little Ephiphone is a steal!!!! WOW!!! I must honestly admit, the edge goes to my Gibson, but not by as much as you'd think. This little Epiphone is an outstanding guitar, regardless of price. If I were to play them each blindfolded I would never guess one was $149 guitar, ever! The tone of the Epiphone is much like the Gibson Les Paul. It's easy to play, comfortable and has a sweet sound. I can either rock out with it or mellow out and play the blues or classic rock. To be honest, I will probably play this Epiphone a LOT more than the Gibson. After all, if I ding this one up I haven't broke the bank. I think I'll tend to use this one a lot more than the other. I am very happy with this Epiphone Les Paul and will proudly play and OWN it. I am amazed they can make this thing for the money they charge. I may purchase another one and put it away as I'm sure the price won't stay this low. PLUS, I'll get another one in a different color!! You can never have too many guitars.. I am going to an a pickguard to this one. The finish on it is outstanding and I'd like to keep it that way. If I were thinking of learning to play the guitar, this one is a no-brainer....BUY IT!!! If you're an established player looking for a really nice practice guitar, I'd buy this one is a heartbeat. I was shocked at how sweet it sounds, how good it looks, how comfortable and light it is and how well it plays. Sure it was way out of tune and required a few height adjustments but now it is FANTASTIC. New rule for me, no writing reviews until I own the product for at least one week!!!!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Sound, Great Looks *by M***L on March 9, 2014* (Preamble: I've played guitar, bass, piano, and trumpet for 30 years) I want to focus on the looks. The pictures here don't do justice; it's a really pretty instrument. The sunburst is really decent. The red is a lovely maraschino cherry color, almost candy-like, blending smoothly into a warm golden amber. The wood is clearly visible beneath the finish, giving a nice overall effect of depth. This isn't the multi-coat nitro-cellulose finish in the more expensive models, but honestly for the price, you will be pleasantly surprised at the result. It's just a lovely instrument. All I can say is I'm so glad I got the Heritage Cherryburst model and not the black. The hardware is much better than I expected. I've heard complaints about the tuners, but I had no trouble getting this into tune. Understand that all guitar strings stretch when new, and that tuning takes a certain touch on all guitars. New players tends to exert either too much or too little pressure on the strings, and have a hard time with intonation in general. Take anything you hear about intonation with a grain of salt; it's probably more about the player than the guitar. The tail piece and bridge are also much sturdier than I expected; nice and solid. The tone and volume knobs are clear acrylic. The pickup toggle is as solid as you could hope for, with a nice mechanical bounce between positions. The frets are fine; no sharp edges. I guess I expected some corners to be cut on the hardware, but honestly, everything seems overbuilt if anything. I don't expect any of the parts to break for a long time. The sound is raw and powerful. Tons of gain and crunch; great for blues and rock. You have to tame it a bit to get a sweeter, mellow jazz sound out of it, but if that's your thing, you're probably better off with something like a Strat. This guitar takes a certain amount of muscle. You don't have to bully it around, but if you are a beginner or looking for a first guitar for someone under say, 13, this probably isn't the best bet. Take a look at some of the Squier models in the same price range. There is an honesty to this guitar that you have to admire. Epiphone isn't trying to put one over on you with a cheap knock-off of a Les Paul. The Special II has it's own identity: a clean, simple design with a great sound. (As for people who deride the craftsmanship of this instrument just because it comes from China or Indonesia, remember that all your smartphones comes from the same place. You can bet that they can handle a little wood and steel.) ## Frequently Bought Together - Epiphone Les Paul Special-II E1 Electric Guitar, Heritage Cherry Sunburst - New bee Guitar Cable 20 ft Electric Instrument Cable Bass AMP Cord 1/4 Straight to Straight for Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electric Mandolin, Pro Audio (Straight Angle) - Amazon Basics Adjustable Folding Guitar Stand, A-shape, Fully Assembled - For School Music Program, Concerts & Multiple Users, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.lk/products/1360708-les-paul-special-ii-heritage-cherry-sunburst](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/1360708-les-paul-special-ii-heritage-cherry-sunburst) --- *Product available on Desertcart Sri Lanka* *Store origin: LK* *Last updated: 2026-06-01*