Epiphone Jared James Nichols Blues Power Les Paul Custom, Pelham Blue with Epilite Case
Jared James Nichols has collaborated with Epiphone to create this signature model, building on the success of his “Gold Glory” Les Paul Custom. Drawing inspiration from a ’50s Les Paul Custom he borrowed from Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Nichols’ vision came to fruition in this Pelham Blue Les Paul Custom.
Embodying Nichols’ unmistakable “Blues Power” sound, this guitar pushes the boundaries of traditional blues, blending soulful tones with the more energetic aspects of hard rock, offered by this guitar’s pickup, a signature Seymour Duncan JJN P-90 Silencer pickup, offering hum-free performance even, no matter how much you push an amp.
Crafted from a solid mahogany body, the Blues Power Les Paul Custom embraces the elegance of Les Paul Custom cosmetics, marrying them with a Les Paul Junior-style single-pickup configuration. This design closely echoes the renowned “Gold Glory” model, but also distinguishes itself with its captivating Pelham Blue finish. The signature Seymour Duncan JJN P-90 Silencer pickup, an innovative twist on the P-90, caters to a high-octane style of playing, allowing the depth of a vintage-style P-90 while maintaining noiseless performance.
The Blues Power Les Paul Custom sports a ’50s “C” mahogany neck, that facilitates quick fingerpicking, big bends, and pinch harmonics. The 12-inch-radius ebony fingerboard, covered with pearloid block inlays, provides comfortable playability up and down the neck. Grover Locking Rotomatic tuning machines ensure precise tuning stability, while the Tusq nut contributes to a resonant and well-defined tone.
Equipped with a wraparound Lightning Bar bridge, the Blues Power Les Paul Custom features straightforward controls with a single volume and tone knob. Its 22 frets, set neck joint, and Polyurethane Pelham Blue finish complete the package, delivering a guitar that not only embodies Jared James Nichols’ distinctive style but also offers a unique blend of classic aesthetics and modern innovation.
- Mahogany body
- Pelham Blue finish
- Seymour Duncan JJN P-90 Silencer pickup, noiseless power
- ’50s “C” mahogany neck
- Ebony fingerboard, pearloid block inlays
- Grover Locking Rotomatic tuners
- Wraparound Lightning Bar bridge
