Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Reissue Gloss - Ebony
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Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Ebony
The Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue in Ebony represents a pivotal moment in Les Paul history, offering a refined blend of elegance and power. With a solid maple top on a mahogany back, this guitar delivers a sharper attack and enhanced clarity while maintaining the warmth and sustain of its predecessors. The two-humbucker setup provides superior picking clearance and a rich tonal palette, from smooth cleans to searing overdrive, while the 14-degree peghead angle optimizes string tension for effortless playability.
Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, this Custom Shop reissue faithfully recreates the 1968 model's iconic features, from its multi-ply binding and split-diamond headstock inlay to its gold hardware and ebony fretboard. Perfect for collectors and performers alike, this guitar combines vintage authenticity with the unmistakable allure of a Les Paul Custom. It’s an instrument that feels as timeless as it looks.
Weight-9.6 lb.
Guitar Specs
Body Style: Les Paul
Body Shape: Les Paul
Top: 2-Piece Plain Maple
Back: 1-Piece Mahogany
Binding: Multi-ply
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Weight Relief: None
Profile: Authentic '68 Medium C-Shape
Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
Fret Count: 22
Frets: Medium-Jumbo
Nut Material: Nylon
Nut Width: 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
End Of Board Width: 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Finish: Gold
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Stop Bar
Tuning Machines: Kluson Waffleback
Pickguard: Black Multi-Ply
Truss Rod: 2-way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: Authentic 2-Ply Les Paul Custom
Switch Tip: Cream
Switch washer: Black
Jack Plate Cover: Black Multi-Ply
Control Covers: Black
Strap Buttons: Brass
Mounting Rings: Black M69
Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
Neck Pickup: 68 Custom Humbucker
Bridge Pickup: 68 Custom Humbucker
Controls: 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness with Black Beauty Capacitors
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
Accessories: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags
