Epiphone is proud to announce the launch of the limited-edition Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior in Radiant Red, developed in partnership with Green Day frontman, songwriter, and punk rock trailblazer Billie Joe Armstrong. Designed around the no-nonsense philosophy that has fueled Armstrong’s career for decades, the new model captures the raw energy, unmistakable tone, and rebellious spirit that have made both the artist and the Les Paul Junior legendary. The Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior Limited Edition is available worldwide in Radiant Red at authorized Epiphone dealers, Gibson Garage locations in Nashville and London, and online at www.epiphone.com.
As Green Day continues to headline arenas and inspire a new generation of players around the world, the Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior delivers the straightforward formula that has always defined great punk rock: one pickup, two knobs, and absolutely no distractions. Stripped down to the essentials, it is built for guitarists who want to plug in, turn up, and let their playing do the talking.
Crafted with a single-cutaway mahogany body and a set mahogany neck featuring a substantial 50s Vintage profile, the Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior offers a classic feel and resonant foundation that is instantly familiar. A rosewood fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and pearloid dot inlays provides effortless playability, while Vintage Deluxe tuners, a Graph Tech® nut, and a reproduction of Billie Joe Armstrong’s signature on the back of the headstock complete a package that blends iconic style with road-ready reliability.
At the heart of the guitar is a single Epiphone P-90 PRO™ pickup, delivering the dynamic range and aggressive punch that have long been associated with Armstrong’s unmistakable sound. From articulate cleans to snarling, full-throttle overdrive, the pickup responds directly to a player’s touch, making it easy to move between subtle expression and explosive power. Paired with high-quality CTS® potentiometers controlling master volume and tone, the streamlined electronics provide remarkable tonal flexibility while staying true to the Les Paul Junior’s minimalist spirit.
The guitar is further equipped with a nickel-plated Lightning Bar wraparound bridge, directly mounted to the body for enhanced sustain, resonance, and dependable intonation. A black single-ply Les Paul Junior pickguard reinforces its timeless aesthetic, while a custom black hardshell case with a leopard-print interior ensures that the instrument is ready for everything from local clubs to the world’s biggest stages.
For more than three decades, Billie Joe Armstrong has helped shape the sound of modern rock through Green Day’s genre-defining catalog, explosive live performances, and an uncompromising approach to songwriting. The Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior reflects that same spirit—an instrument designed for players who value feel, authenticity, and connection over complexity.
Available for a limited time only, the Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior in Radiant Red gives players the opportunity to experience the simplicity, power, and attitude that have fueled some of punk rock’s most iconic music. No frills. No filter. Just unfiltered punk spirit.
One pickup. Two knobs. All attitude.
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