Gibson Custom Shop 2019 1957 Les Paul Custom Reissue

"I admire the Les Paul Custom’s overwhelming elegance and rich, deep sound, but many models are simply too heavy to play." "When I crank up the distortion, the sound becomes muddled, losing the subtle nuances of my picking and the clarity between the strings." Since this is Gibson’s flagship model, embodying the pinnacle of prestige, aren’t you struggling with the dilemma of not wanting to compromise on looks, sound, or playability?

Introduced in 1954 at a price over $100 higher than the Goldtop, the Les Paul Custom was crafted with the utmost luxury as a guitar to complement a tuxedo.In 1957, it was equipped with the legendary PAF humbucker developed by Seth Lover and Walter Fuller, completing the sound that would become the foundation of modern rock. However, in exchange for that jet-black appearance, many players find the weight a burden on their bodies and the tone too harsh and unwieldy, leading them to give up without ever finding their ideal Custom.

This model dispels the Custom’s weight and unwieldiness, allowing you to directly savor the tone of that historic golden age. It is a 1957-style Les Paul Custom that combines the rich resonance inherent to mahogany with supreme allure.

Among the many Custom models available, this instrument is designed to impress even the most discerning guitarists by fully bringing out the essence of the wood. It features an all-mahogany body—a hallmark of the 1957 model—without a maple top. Combined with a jet-black ebony fingerboard, it produces a unique tone with remarkable richness and depth.As a Custom model, this guitar is relatively lightweight, making it comfortable to hold and allowing it to resonate with a full, open sound without becoming too harsh. You can fully experience the warmth and resonance unique to mahogany. It is equipped with the '57 Classic pickup, which inherits the DNA of vintage PAFs. While the output itself isn’t overly powerful, it boasts a solid, powerful presence that leaves nothing to be desired.It responds extremely quickly to the player’s touch, and even when distorted, the notes on each string remain beautifully separated, preserving chord definition and nuance. It features a thick neck shape that allows for a firm grip. This design transmits string vibration directly to the body, contributing significantly to long sustain and a fat attack.

Retaining the luxurious feel created by gold hardware and opulent laminated binding, this instrument masterfully balances practical playability with exquisite nuance at the highest level. It is a masterpiece we especially recommend to serious guitarists who have shied away from heavy custom models and instead seek to craft expressive, sensual solos using only the volume control and their picking technique.

Once you plug in, you’ll be captivated by a magical tone that makes you want to play forever, losing track of time. Experience the essence of Gibson’s high-end models, perfected over half a century ago.

【SPEC】
BODY: Mahogany
NECK: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD: Ebony
P.U.: 57 Classic
WEIGHT: 3.8 kg
NUT WIDTH: 42.5 mm
Includes original hard case and COA

[Repair/Modification History / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.]
*Please note that this is a used/vintage item, and the information provided is based on our inspection.
Please be aware of this in advance.

*Thoroughly adjusted in-store and comes with a 5-year adjustment warranty for your peace of mind
*Please feel free to contact our staff for more details about the product.
*We offer high buyback prices for items purchased from our store.

Contact: Matsui