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Explanation
1950s Les Paul Specials are gradually transforming from instruments played year after year into cultural artifacts. However, the reality is that many surviving examples no longer retain their original form due to part replacements, refinishes, and excessive modifications.
The more original an instrument is, the less likely it is to appear on the market. Even when they do surface, they often come with non-original parts, excessive preservation/restoration, or are in unplayable condition— . An instrument that retains the atmosphere of its era while still capable of producing its original sound is the most elusive prize for collectors.
This instrument is a 1956 Gibson Les Paul Special. It retains strong original specifications, including shrink-wrapped tuning pegs and original small frets, making it an extremely valuable reference piece.
Introduced in 1955, the Les Paul Special positioned itself as a unique model bridging the gap between the Standard and Junior. While sharing the Junior's Bass, it featured higher-end specifications like a mother-of-pearl headstock logo, fingerboard side binding, and two P-90 pickups.
The TV Yellow (Lime Mahogany) finish applied to this instrument traces its lineage to the Les Paul TV, serving as a crucial element in establishing the Special's enduring association with TV Yellow.
While the 1957 model is renowned for being used by famous artists, the 1956 model carries the distinctive character of a transitional period in specifications. With few circulating in the market, its value as a collector's item continues to rise year after year.
The original owner was a musician. The body bears the battle scars of touring and performing, a testament to its active service. Yet these marks aren't mere damage; they impart a harmonic structure and resonance achievable only through sustained use. This is proof of a living 1950s Gibson, something never gained through mere storage.
Originality, historical context, provenance, sound. This 1956 Les Paul Special possesses all these qualities at the highest level. It is not merely an investment piece; it is a guitar we wish to offer to those who choose to own a piece of history.
[SPEC] BODY: Mahogany NECK: Mahogany FINGERBOARD: Rosewood PICKUP: Original P-90 WEIGHT: 3.59kg NUT-WIDTH: 43.5mm w/Hardcase (Note: Designed for Les Paul, body thickness does not match) ※Toggle switch orientation has been changed ※As this is a consignment item, it is not covered by our store warranty.
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Electric Guitar/ElectricBass/Effector/Amplifier (Adjustment Warranty: Up to 5 Years) If your product malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will provide free service. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitar (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months) We will provide free service for any malfunctions occurring during normal use within one month or six months after purchase.
Wind instruments (up to 1 year) Upon arrival, we perform internal tube cleaning, appropriate replacement of consumables, and necessary repairs and maintenance. Should the instrument malfunction or cease to produce sound during normal use, we will address the issue free of charge.
