Since its introduction in 1952, the Les Paul has achieved mythical status, and the Gibson Les Paul Traditional carries on that legacy. Maple-topped mahogany delivers a balanced combination of warmth and brightness that's enhanced beautifully by a set of vintage-inspired Burstbucker pickups. On top of that, historically handwired circuitry infuses this guitar with an unmistakable sonic appeal. When you hit the stage, all eyes will be on you, thanks to the Les Paul Traditional's stunning AA-grade maple top. Vintage-style keystone tuners and a meaty rounded neck profile complete the package.
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.
No specific Gibson model carries more intrigue and gravitas than the 1959 Les Paul Standard. While it became the most iconic guitar in history, it wasn't a successful model when it was released (under 650 were made). But before long it was adopted by some of the world's greatest guitarists -- Jimmy Page, Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Duane Allman, Mike Bloomfield, Billy Gibbons, Joe Perry and Slash to name a few.
The instrument was simply enchanting, from its beautiful figured maple top to its extreme sonic versatility. "It has a deep, powerful sound and you can use it to imitate just about anything – violin, sax, cello, even a sitar," says Jeff Beck.
All these reasons and more made the 1959 Les Paul Standard the most coveted and legendary guitar on the planet, shaping sounds across music genres and generations of players. Gibson Custom Shop's 60th Anniversary 1959 Les Paul Standard is not just a tribute to those priceless original models -- it's a clone of them. From laser-scanned dimensions to chemically-recreated plastics to color-matched shades of sunburst, every element has been rendered in unbelievable detail. It represents the culmination of decades of work by Custom Shop's expert team -- a tireless quest to bring accuracy and authenticity to the hands of fans. It’s the definition of cool, and it's the best representation of the 1959 Les Paul Standard since the Gibson Custom Shop began making Historic Reissues over twenty-five years ago.
Gibson is back in 2019 with new leadership and the quality if already heading in the right direction! The first handful of guitars we have seen have had many of the issues addressed. Better cut nuts, even smoother frets, improved finish work, the improvements are quite obvious! We are stocking USA, Custom Shop, and Montana Made Acoustic Guitars again so make sure to stop by the shop when you get the chance to see how the NEW Gibson's stack up!
- Gibson Custom
- 60th Anniversary Edition
- 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue
- Weighs 8 lbs 8 oz
- Factory Burst VOS
- 2 Piece Figured Maple Top w/Hide Glue
- Nitrocellulose VOS Lacquer Finish
- Solid Mahogany Neck
- Authentic 59 Medium C Shape
- 24.75" Scale Length
- Rosewood Fingerboard w/Hide Glue
- 12" Fingerboard Radius
- 22 Historic Medium Jumbo Frets
- 1.69" Nut Width
- 2.24" End of Fingerboard Width
- Aged Nitro Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid Inlays
- Custombucker Alnico III Humbuckers
- CTS 500K Pots
- Paper-In-Oil Capacitors
- Nickel Hardware
- No Wire ABR-1 Bridge
- Lightweight Aluminum Tailpiece
- Kluson Tuners
- Butyrate Gold Top Hat Knobs
- Amber Catalin Switch Tip
- Silkscreened Cellulose Acetate Butyrate Switch Washer
- Laminate Cellulose Acetate Butyrate Jack Plate
- Brown Lifton Reissue Hardshell Case
- Certificate of Authenticity
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