Alright, let's get this right - The Gibson LPJ is not a Les Paul Jr. As clearly seen above, the LPJ is a very LP Studio-like model that debuted in 2013 (seen here is the 2014 version). Featuring a no-frills appointment & a non-gloss finish, it was the most affordable LP of that time. The LP Jr. has always been a slab body, non-humbucking one pickup guitar. I was at the guitar stores yesterday looking for spares & strings. I saw an LPJ in one of the store's display window & was asking how much it was.
Me: Hi, I can't see the LPJ price tag at your window, how much is it?
Store Owner: Which one?
Me: The dark brown Les Paul - LPJ.
Store Owner: Oh, the Les Paul Jr.
Me: No... I don't think you have a Jr. in your store, the non glossy Les Paul with zebra type pickups
Store Owner: Ah, yes. The LP Jr.
Me: 😖
If you think it's a local confusion, a quick check at YouTube revealed the same disorientation. Gibson is largely to blame for this, naming their models as such. The uninitiated would conveniently equate the J with Jr. since it's a legit model reference for a Guitar in the manufacturer's catalog & believing they are correct. Gee...
Pics: Gibson Legacy / YouTube
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