Classic Elegance with Modern Versatility
The Les Paul body style is renowned for its timeless elegance, akin to a classic tuxedo. This Custom Shop model is distinguished by its factory chrome/nickel hardware, seamlessly blending traditional design with contemporary elements. The eye-catching silverburst finish, while revealing minor surface imperfections upon close inspection, maintains its overall excellent condition. Minor surface scratches in clearcoat and slight fretwear are present but unobtrusive. Additionally, small finish cracks around the low E and A-string tuning machine holes and typical checking around the headstock inlays and binding have been documented.
Powerful Sound and Effortless Playability
Outfitted with 490R and 498T pickups, this Les Paul delivers a resonant and versatile tonal spectrum that will appeal to a wide range of musicians. The dark Ebony fretboard offers a smooth, responsive playing experience, and the minimal fretwear ensures readiness for extensive play. The neck profile strikes an optimal balance between the thicker dimensions of early '50s models and the slimmer feel of '60s designs, providing a comfortable grip that suits various playing styles.
Superior Craftsmanship
As a flagship model of the Gibson Custom Shop, this Les Paul Custom epitomizes top-tier craftsmanship, reflecting the high standards set in the 1950s while evolving to meet the demands of modern musicians. The sophisticated silverburst finish, paired with chrome/nickel hardware, creates a striking visual appeal. The 490R/498T humbucker set offers dynamic tonal capabilities, while the solid Ebony fingerboard, extended neck tenon for enhanced sustain, and a carefully crafted maple top over a robust mahogany body combine to deliver a crisp, articulate tone that excels across genres from jazz to hard rock.
Specifications:
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Body: Mahogany with a maple top
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Finish: Silverburst with chrome/nickel hardware, minor surface imperfections
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Neck: Comfortable profile blending '50s and '60s styles, minimal fretwear
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Fingerboard: Solid Ebony
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Pickups: 490R (neck) and 498T (bridge) humbuckers
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Electronics: Original parts and wiring
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Hardware: Factory chrome/nickel, minor finish cracks around tuning machine holes
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Weight: Standard Les Paul weight for balanced feel and sustain
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Accessories: Includes all original accessories
