Gibson 2005 Les Paul Custom 1968 Reissue Figuretop - Triburst with Hard Shell Case
The Gibson Les Paul Custom 1968 Reissue: A Tribute to Excellence
A Custom Shop Masterpiece
The Gibson Les Paul Custom Collection 1968 Reissue is a testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship of the Gibson Custom Shop. Featuring a stunning carved figured maple top over a solid mahogany body, this guitar embodies the classic Les Paul tone and aesthetic. From its gold hardware to its pearl block inlays, every detail reflects its status as a world-class instrument designed for discerning players.
Premium Materials for Iconic Tone
Crafted with a mahogany body and a carved figured maple top, this Les Paul delivers the warm, resonant tone that has defined the Les Paul legacy. Its single-piece mahogany neck with a long neck tenon provides exceptional sustain and stability. Paired with a 22-fret ebony fingerboard, this guitar offers a smooth playing experience and a rich tonal palette, perfect for everything from blues to hard rock.
Impeccable Playability and Precision
The rounded C-profile neck, measuring 0.858" at the 1st fret and 0.917" at the 12th fret, provides a comfortable grip for players of all styles. The 12" radius ebony fingerboard, crowned with pearl block inlays, enhances playability, making it easy to navigate intricate solos and chord progressions. Virtually no fretwear ensures this guitar is ready for years of performance.
Vintage-Style Electronics and Hardware
Equipped with dual '57 Classic humbuckers, this Les Paul Custom delivers vintage-inspired tones with modern clarity. The 2-volume, 2-tone control configuration with a 3-way toggle switch allows for precise tonal shaping, from warm, creamy neck tones to articulate bridge leads. The ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and stop tailpiece, paired with gold Grover tuners, ensure excellent tuning stability and sustain.
Stunning Triburst Finish and Classic Appointments
The Tri-Burst nitrocellulose lacquer finish highlights the guitar's flame maple top while preserving its vintage character. Multi-ply white/black binding on the body and single-ply binding on the neck add a touch of elegance. The black 3-ply pickguard and gold hardware complete the classic Les Paul Custom aesthetic.
Specifications
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Body Wood: Mahogany
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Top Wood: Flame Maple
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Finish: Tri-Burst Nitrocellulose Lacquer
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Neck Wood: Mahogany (Set-Neck Construction)
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Neck Profile: Rounded C Profile
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Neck Depth: 0.858" at 1st Fret, 0.917" at 12th Fret
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Scale Length: 24-3/4"
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Fingerboard Wood: Ebony
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Number of Frets: 22
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Fret Crown Height: 0.057"
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Fret Crown Width: 0.091"
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Radius: 12"
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Inlays: Pearl Block
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Nut: Bone, 1-11/16" Width
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Pickups: '57 Classic Humbuckers (Neck and Bridge)
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Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic with Stop Tailpiece
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Hardware: Gold
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Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch
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Tuning Machines: Gold Grover Tuners
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Pickguard: Black 3-Ply
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Other Markings: Custom Shop Stamp on Back of Neck
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Year: 2005
This guitar ships fully insured with signature required.
This guitar is in excellent condition for its age and has undergone a full in-store professional inspection, verification and setup. The neck is nice and straight, fits comfortably in the hand and exhibits onlyÿlight fretwear. Cosmetically,ÿthere is an amount of all-over playwear in the form of pick wear, superficial gouging, minor dings, scratching, buckle rash and aging to the hardwareÿas can be seen in photos. Original hard shell case and literature are included.ÿ
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