As a hopeless Gibson and Epiphone addict, these Black Friday deals are seriously testing my willpower – get $600 off a Les Paul Standard, $300 off a Hendrix Flying V, plus even more models

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If there's one thing you can always count on, it’s that Black Friday brings an array of deals on Epiphone and Gibson models. However, I wasn't prepared for just how many bargains were available this year! Guitar Center, Sweetwater, Gear4Music, and Thomann are all packed with fantastic Black Friday guitar deals on popular Epiphone and Gibson models.

As a devoted Gibson guitar fanatic, I must say my passion runs pretty deep. While my collection certainly isn't limited to just models from the Nashville guitar giant, they certainly make up a significant portion of it. Out of the 25+ guitars I own, 13 are Gibson. So it's no surprise that I get genuinely excited when I see a slew of them on sale.

Now, let me clarify: I'm not a purist who sneers at Epiphone models. In fact, I believe they offer some of the best value in the guitar market today. In my view, Epiphone’s current lineup strikes a compelling balance of timeless designs and modern features. From expertly crafted replicas of iconic Gibson models to innovative new creations, there’s plenty to love. Below, I’ve picked out a few of my favorite models from across the internet.

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Daryl is a Senior Deals Writer at Guitar World, where he creates and maintains our 200+ buyer's guides, finds the best deals on guitar products, and tests the latest gear. His reviews have been featured in prominent publications like Total Guitar, Guitarist, Future Music magazine, and MusicRadar.com.

During his career, he has been lucky enough to talk to many of his musical heroes, having interviewed Slash and members of Sum 41, Foo Fighters, The Offspring, Thrice, and more. In a past life, Daryl worked in music retail. For a little under a decade, he advised everyone from absolute beginners to seasoned pros on the right gear for their needs.

Daryl is a fully qualified sound engineer, holding a first-class Bachelor's degree in Creative Sound Production from the University of Abertay.

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