Gibson Demo Shop is currently 15% off. Worth the risk?

[dieselweasel]

In particular, 'm looking at this

Gibson Les Paul Studio, Ebony | Demo | Reverb

Gibson Les Paul Studio, Ebony - DemoSpec NotesNeck Profile: Slim Taper Neck Material: Mahogany Depth at 1st (in): .824 Depth at 12th (in): .930 Nut Width (in): 1.69" Nut Material: Graph Tech Scale: 24.75" Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Fingerboard Radius: 12" Fret Count: 22 Body Shape: Les Paul B...

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1k for a "new" instrument with cosmetic flaws. I don't care about the flaws or the "demo" stamp, but I am worried about the lack of a return policy.


I've played a current Studio model so I know it's what I want, but still.


Would you risk it for the huge discount, or just buy used? The guitar costs 1699 brand new

 

[MarcB]

I bought a 60s standard from the demo shop this year.. it’s exactly what you expect… brilliant.

 

[p19978]

My son bot a Cardinal Red non reverse Firebird: we couldn't even find the flaws that were mentioned in the ad... great guitar!

 

[DavidGreer]

I love this one.