Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar with Case
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Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar
The Gibson Les Paul Custom is a timeless icon dressed in its best and ready to cause a scene. This guitar combines breathtaking looks with the kind of raw power that has defined rock, jazz, and blues for generations.
From the moment you open the case, the Les Paul Custom commands attention. It’s the flagship of the Gibson Custom Shop, representing the absolute peak of craftsmanship and sonic excellence. This isn't just an instrument; it's your partner in crime for every riff, every solo, and every sold-out show you've ever dreamed of playing.
Tone That Means Business
Beneath its polished exterior lies a sonic powerhouse ready to be unleashed. The Les Paul Custom is built to deliver a tone that is both articulate and aggressive, capable of whispering sweet melodies one moment and roaring like a lion the next.
Matched 490R/498T Humbuckers: Forget polite, vintage-style pickups. This calibrated set is voiced for modern rock, delivering a hotter, punchier take on the classic PAF sound. The 490R in the neck provides warm, articulate tones perfect for soulful blues and smooth jazz, while the 498T in the bridge unleashes a torrent of high-output crunch and searing sustain.
Maple Top on Mahogany Body: The classic Les Paul recipe for tonal perfection. The solid mahogany body provides the warmth, depth, and sustain that made the Les Paul famous, while the carved maple top adds a layer of clarity, bite, and definition.
Solid Ebony Fretboard: The ebony fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing surface and contributes a bright, snappy character to your tone. It enhances note articulation, making all your fretboard movements sound clear and precise.
Craftsmanship That Begs to Be Played
A guitar that looks this good should feel even better. The Custom Shop team has meticulously crafted every aspect of the Les Paul Custom to ensure a playing experience that is nothing short of sublime.
Medium "C" Neck Profile: This is the prize winner of neck shapes — substantial enough to grip for powerful chords, yet slim enough for comfortable, fast-paced soloing.
Medium-Jumbo Frets: These frets make string bending feel effortless. Whether you’re adding some vibrato or launching into a two-step bend, the medium-jumbo size gives you maximum control and a buttery-smooth feel across the entire fretboard.
Long Neck Tenon: It's the secret ingredient for sustain. This traditional construction method provides a superior wood-to-wood connection between the neck and body, resulting in a guitar that rings out for days.
Dressed to Kill
The Les Paul Custom’s iconic appointments are a masterclass in guitar design. It’s a look that has been coveted by players for decades, a symbol of elegance and rock-and-roll rebellion all in one.
Multi-Ply Binding: The intricate multi-ply binding on the body and headstock is a hallmark of the Custom, framing the guitar in a way that is both sophisticated and bold.
Gold Hardware: From the Grover Kidney tuners to the Tune-O-Matic bridge, every piece of hardware shines in glorious gold. It’s the kind of bling that’s less about flash and more about pure class.
Mother-of-Pearl Inlays: The elegant block inlays on the fretboard and the iconic split-diamond inlay on the headstock are crafted from genuine mother-of-pearl, adding a final touch of opulence to an already stunning instrument.
A Legacy in Your Hands
Owning a Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom means becoming part of a legacy. This is the instrument that has graced stages and studios with legends like Les Paul himself, Jimmy Page, and Peter Frampton. It sounds as good as it looks, and frankly, it looks good enough to outshine any other axe in the game. This guitar is ready to tell your story.
Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Features:
An iconic solidbody electric from one of the world’s most renowned guitar makers
Solid mahogany body with a 2-piece carved maple top for classic Les Paul tone
Mahogany neck shaped into a comfortable medium "C" profile
Gorgeous ebony fingerboard with MOP block inlays and medium-jumbo frets
498T and 490R humbuckers deliver a powerful, hard-rock-ready twist on PAF sonics
High-class gold hardware includes Grover Kidney tuners and a classic TOM bridge/stop tailpiece
Iconic Les Paul Custom appointments, including multi-ply body binding and MOP headstock inlay
Nitrocellulose lacquer finish that will age and develop character over time
Includes a premium hardshell case and certificate of authenticity