The 1959 Les Paul Standard has earned its place among the most sought-after electric guitars ever made, and Gibson Custom continues to push its Historic Reissues closer to the originals that started it all. This Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue takes that legendary recipe and adds the Murphy Lab Heavy Aged treatment, giving it the look and feel of a well-loved vintage instrument.
The Golden Poppy Burst finish is a standout, with warm, golden hues that bring out the character of the two-piece figured maple top. Underneath, you'll find a one-piece lightweight mahogany body with no weight relief, paired with a solid mahogany neck and Indian rosewood fingerboard. The neck features an authentic ’59 Medium C profile, while the long-tenon, hide-glue-fit neck joint and carefully recreated vintage appointments reflect the attention to detail that makes Gibson Custom's Historic line so special.
The Murphy Lab Heavy Aged treatment takes the vintage vibe well beyond a standard gloss finish. Aged nitrocellulose lacquer, pronounced checking, simulated play wear, and heavily aged nickel hardware give this guitar the character of an instrument that's seen decades of playing. The result isn't just a vintage-inspired finish — it's a guitar designed to capture the feel and personality of a well-played original.
A pair of unpotted Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups supplies the classic PAF-inspired voice that made late-’50s Les Pauls legendary. Expect rich, harmonically complex tones, a full low end, and the kind of expressive response that works just as well for singing leads as it does for thick, punchy chords. Hand-wired electronics, CTS 500K pots, and paper-in-oil capacitors complete the vintage-minded setup.
From its figured maple top and Golden Poppy Burst finish to its meticulously aged hardware and authentic ’59 neck profile, this Murphy Lab Heavy Aged Reissue delivers the unmistakable appeal of a late-’50s Les Paul with an extraordinary level of detail.
