I've got a few Epi LP's, and like them a lot. Very comfortable, the tones are warm, and sustain is great. Nothing like an LP. I don't think they can sound bad. HB's in them usually need to be on the bright side for clarity, like a '59 pair. I'm liking the idea of Phat Cats & P-90's in LP's lately. Gibson & Epiphone really need to have more LP, SG, and 335 models with P-90's.
Maybe next time you'll wind up with an LP. I got a used one on eBay a couple years ago for $250 with hard case, like new with a flame top. Then I put in a couple DMz's (Fred & Bluesbucker), with the Jimmy Page system, 250K's on the bridge and 500K's on the neck...wow, does it sound good. There are some great deals from time to time. Keep looking & putting in low bids. You never know when one will go super cheap. "Luke, come to the dark side..."