Re: Dean Evos??
I have the discontinued Korean 7 string model (EVO Special 7)
More guitar than the money paid.
The sound is great on this thing, rings out acousticly very well ... nice and airy tone to it. Construction is top notch. Electronics have given me no problem so far (5 years or so) cavities are extremely well shielded, and the pots and soldering look great. It was an impulse buy that I don't regret (even for a factory second - finish blems).
I mean ... your getting Abalone and MOP inlays on the headstock. Mahogany neck, Mahog Body with a quilted maple top (this looks too 3d to be a thin veneer). Binding on the neck, body and headstock. Grover tuners.
Let's just say mine really blew me away.
I don't think you can compare it to a real LP. For to mention I haven't sat down with a Gibson Les Paul in 3 years