1978 Greco Les Paul
SN#: E780034
8 lbs 11 oz's!
Made in Japan
Comes in a Gig Bag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings, Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
1978 Greco EG 700 B – Black Beauty Lawsuit Les Paul Standard - Killer Looks w Classic Sound!
This is the one you’ve been hunting for: a 1978 Greco EG-700B in drop-dead gorgeous Ebony Black, built at the absolute peak of the Fujigen factory’s golden era. This isn’t just another Japanese copy – this is the real-deal “lawsuit” Les Paul Standard that made Gibson sweat: open-book headstock, cream-bound body and neck, trapezoid inlays, and that perfect late-70s Greco craftsmanship that players swear beats most Norlin-era Gibsons hands-down.
Built like tanks with: multi-piece pancake mahogany body with a carved three-piece maple top, set three-piece maple neck with a medium tenon joint, bound rosewood board, and a lead friendly-fast neck profile that feels like it’s been your #1 for decades. Loaded with the original, ultra-desirable Maxon U-2000 humbuckers – hotter and clearer than PAFs, with that legendary midrange punch and harmonic bloom that defined the best 70s Japanese rock machines.
Tone: Absolutely nuclear. The U-2000s deliver thick, aggressive PAF-style roar with extra output and glassy top-end – think early Gary Moore, Paul Kossoff, or Ace Frehley cranked through a Marshall. The bridge pickup snarls and sings with endless sustain, the neck is fat, vocal, and dripping with bluesy warmth. Roll back the volume or tone and it cleans up beautifully. This thing does classic rock, hard rock, and blues like it was born for it.
Playability: Fresh professional setup – low, buzz-free action, perfectly dressed original frets with tons of life, spot-on intonation, slick neck feel. You’ll forget the gig is over.
**Condition:** Very good vintage player grade and 100% original. The front is prettyclean for 47 years old – deep glossy black with only faint swirling and a few sper small nicks/scratches. Back shows honest buckle rash, light scratches and a few small dings (pure rock ’n’ roll battle scars). No cracks, no breaks, no repairs. The hardware has stayed fresh and shiny, and looks killer.
Features:
Finish: Ebony
Top Material: Maple Top
Body Material: Mahogany Body
Neck Material: Three Piece Maple Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Fingerboard
Neck Profile: Thin C
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Scale Length: 24-3/4"
About Greco:
The Greco brand of “replica” guitars was started by the Kanda Shokai Corporation in 1966, and is widely considered to be one of the best. Fueled by the popularity of bands like Led Zeppelin and other British invasion artists, the company was producing copies of Gibson’s Les Paul Standard by the early 1970s using scaled drawings derived from Gibson catalogs, and photos of musicians using real Gibson guitars. The company even enlisted the services of popular Japanese guitarist Shigeru Narumo to supervise its production of the Greco line, which gave a tremendous boost to its sale of Les Paul replicas.
By the mid-to-late 1970s, the company was making a Les Paul copy that rivaled the craftsmanship of its authentic U.S. counterpart—at prices far below those of the real McCoy. This 1978 Greco EG-700 is an exquisite example of those guitars. It features a beautiful black finish, set-neck construction with medium tenon joint. it’s a stunning example of Japanese six-string ingenuity and craftsmanship.
**Key Specs:**
- 1978 Greco EG-700B (top-spec model, Fujigen factory, Japan)
- Solid mahogany pancake body + carved 2-piece maple top
- Set 3-piece maple neck with medium neck tenon
- Bound rosewood fretboard with pearl trapezoid inlays, 22 frets
- Original Maxon U-2000 humbuckers
- 24.75" scale, 1-11/16" nut width
- Original tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece
🔥 This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, it features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. We make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- and studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide, specializing in premium Gibsons, classic Fender guitars from all eras, and the best Japanese-made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget; contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fairly priced consignment service on the planet! Look for us online: @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. "Good enough" is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and polished to shine like new, with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We offer a 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described (for example, you ordered red and got white, or a Telecaster instead of a Les Paul).
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described. Please note that a 10% restocking fee applies to orders that have been purchased and paid for and have been off the market for 24 hours or more, even if they have not been shipped or picked up by the carrier, because we perform a final setup and change the strings as soon as an order is placed and paid for. NO EXCEPTIONS.
We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, and something very small can be overlooked. If tiny marks, dings, or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document its exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments to a setup (for example, correcting a slight buzz or a truss rod tweak) are normal after shipping, due to carrier mishandling and climate and atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute "significantly not as described." Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised, or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small, family-owned and family-run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money, and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post-purchase haggling, and there are no returns without restocking fees and no partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, odors/smells, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs; we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. The buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries; certain countries have higher costs. We try to avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS, but in certain situations USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can't undervalue merchandise, as it could not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different options, contact us by email or phone for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
1978 Greco Les Paul
SN#: E780034
8 lbs 11 oz's!
Made in Japan
Comes in a Gig Bag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings, Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
1978 Greco EG 700 B – Black Beauty Lawsuit Les Paul Standard - Killer Looks w Classic Sound!
This is the one you’ve been hunting for: a 1978 Greco EG-700B in drop-dead gorgeous Ebony Black, built at the absolute peak of the Fujigen factory’s golden era. This isn’t just another Japanese copy – this is the real-deal “lawsuit” Les Paul Standard that made Gibson sweat: open-book headstock, cream-bound body and neck, trapezoid inlays, and that perfect late-70s Greco craftsmanship that players swear beats most Norlin-era Gibsons hands-down.
Built like tanks with: multi-piece pancake mahogany body with a carved three-piece maple top, set three-piece maple neck with a medium tenon joint, bound rosewood board, and a lead friendly-fast neck profile that feels like it’s been your #1 for decades. Loaded with the original, ultra-desirable Maxon U-2000 humbuckers – hotter and clearer than PAFs, with that legendary midrange punch and harmonic bloom that defined the best 70s Japanese rock machines.
Tone: Absolutely nuclear. The U-2000s deliver thick, aggressive PAF-style roar with extra output and glassy top-end – think early Gary Moore, Paul Kossoff, or Ace Frehley cranked through a Marshall. The bridge pickup snarls and sings with endless sustain, the neck is fat, vocal, and dripping with bluesy warmth. Roll back the volume or tone and it cleans up beautifully. This thing does classic rock, hard rock, and blues like it was born for it.
Playability: Fresh professional setup – low, buzz-free action, perfectly dressed original frets with tons of life, spot-on intonation, slick neck feel. You’ll forget the gig is over.
**Condition:** Very good vintage player grade and 100% original. The front is prettyclean for 47 years old – deep glossy black with only faint swirling and a few sper small nicks/scratches. Back shows honest buckle rash, light scratches and a few small dings (pure rock ’n’ roll battle scars). No cracks, no breaks, no repairs. The hardware has stayed fresh and shiny, and looks killer.
Features:
Finish: Ebony
Top Material: Maple Top
Body Material: Mahogany Body
Neck Material: Three Piece Maple Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Fingerboard
Neck Profile: Thin C
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Scale Length: 24-3/4"
About Greco:
The Greco brand of “replica” guitars was started by the Kanda Shokai Corporation in 1966, and is widely considered to be one of the best. Fueled by the popularity of bands like Led Zeppelin and other British invasion artists, the company was producing copies of Gibson’s Les Paul Standard by the early 1970s using scaled drawings derived from Gibson catalogs, and photos of musicians using real Gibson guitars. The company even enlisted the services of popular Japanese guitarist Shigeru Narumo to supervise its production of the Greco line, which gave a tremendous boost to its sale of Les Paul replicas.
By the mid-to-late 1970s, the company was making a Les Paul copy that rivaled the craftsmanship of its authentic U.S. counterpart—at prices far below those of the real McCoy. This 1978 Greco EG-700 is an exquisite example of those guitars. It features a beautiful black finish, set-neck construction with medium tenon joint. it’s a stunning example of Japanese six-string ingenuity and craftsmanship.
**Key Specs:**
- 1978 Greco EG-700B (top-spec model, Fujigen factory, Japan)
- Solid mahogany pancake body + carved 2-piece maple top
- Set 3-piece maple neck with medium neck tenon
- Bound rosewood fretboard with pearl trapezoid inlays, 22 frets
- Original Maxon U-2000 humbuckers
- 24.75" scale, 1-11/16" nut width
- Original tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece
🔥 This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, it features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. We make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- and studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide, specializing in premium Gibsons, classic Fender guitars from all eras, and the best Japanese-made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget; contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fairly priced consignment service on the planet! Look for us online: @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. "Good enough" is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and polished to shine like new, with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We offer a 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described (for example, you ordered red and got white, or a Telecaster instead of a Les Paul).
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described. Please note that a 10% restocking fee applies to orders that have been purchased and paid for and have been off the market for 24 hours or more, even if they have not been shipped or picked up by the carrier, because we perform a final setup and change the strings as soon as an order is placed and paid for. NO EXCEPTIONS.
We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, and something very small can be overlooked. If tiny marks, dings, or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document its exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments to a setup (for example, correcting a slight buzz or a truss rod tweak) are normal after shipping, due to carrier mishandling and climate and atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute "significantly not as described." Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised, or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small, family-owned and family-run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money, and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post-purchase haggling, and there are no returns without restocking fees and no partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, odors/smells, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs; we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. The buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries; certain countries have higher costs. We try to avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS, but in certain situations USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can't undervalue merchandise, as it could not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different options, contact us by email or phone for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
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