What is the difference between a Fender Stratocaster and a Gibson Les Paul?

What is the difference between a Fender Stratocaster and a Gibson Les Paul?

A big difference between the Stratocaster and the Les Paul is their scale length—the length of the strings measured from the nut to the bridge. … The Stratocaster's longer scale results in a brighter, more chiming sound whereas the LP's shorter scale is to an extent responsible for its rounder, warmer sound.

Are Epiphones as good as Gibson?

Historically, Epiphone pickups have been good, but do not match the depth and clarity of the Gibson's. … It seems Epiphones are more and more becoming a good alternative to the Gibson Les Paul. The Gibson Les Paul is a bit heavier than the Epiphone, but all Les Pauls are weighty.

Is Gibson the best guitar brand?

Even so, Epiphone is one of the best electric guitar brands, known for producing quality instruments in the Gibson mold. … This is good news for young players and anyone looking to get a great guitar that looks like a Gibson, sounds a lot like a Gibson, but doesn't cost nearly as much as a Gibson.

Why did Eric Clapton switch from Gibson to Fender?

Background. In 1970, Clapton switched from Gibson guitars to Fender Stratocasters, largely due to the influences of Jimi Hendrix and Blind Faith bandmate Steve Winwood. His first Strat, nicknamed "Brownie" because of its sunburst brown finish, was used on his albums Eric Clapton and Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs.