Gibson Used 1968 Gibson Les Paul Custom Reissue Gloss (Ebony) [SN.504618]

Gibson Custom Shop was established in 1993 to create the finest electric guitars and basses using high-quality manufacturing techniques, an insatiable spirit of inquiry, and carefully selected materials, cultivated over many years. The Custom Shop lineup, still built using traditional handcrafting methods and a thorough knowledge of vintage instruments, is unrivaled in its exquisite craftsmanship, and is sure to become the ultimate beloved instrument that will endlessly inspire the player's innermost inspiration.

The Les Paul Custom is positioned as the top-of-the-line Les Paul model.
The gold-colored parts, multi-layer binding, and diamond inlays give this guitar a luxurious and elegant feel, earning it the nickname "tuxedo-worthy." The maple top body delivers a crisp, captivating sound. This 1968 Les Paul Custom is now in stock!

Although production of the Les Paul Custom ceased around 1960, it regained popularity in the late 1960s when it was seen in the hands of top musicians. Production finally resumed in 1968, along with the Standard. While retaining the design from 1960, the body construction was revised, adopting a plain maple top and mahogany back, and changing from the three humbuckers prevalent in the 1950s to a two-humbucker configuration. The result was simple operability and a sound character with a very distinct, edgy character even when distorted, which is now known as the signature tone of the Les Paul Custom.

The fingerboard features ebony block inlays and a one-piece mahogany neck with a slim, grippy C-shape that traces the original shape. The tuning pegs, which catch your eye when tuning, are Kluson wafflebacks, named for the distinctive grooves in the gear housing cover. The instrument is also playful, creating a distinctive "music-like" feel.

The pickups are "68 Custom Humbuckers," developed by former Historic Product Manager Edwin Wilson during his time at the company. They accurately capture the nuances of your picking, and their solid feel with tight, firm bass delivers a feel that evokes the spirit of the rock movement of the time.

While there are some minor scratches and some dullness on the parts, the overall condition is excellent with minimal signs of use. Of course, there are no issues with the neck or electronics, so this is a guitar you can enjoy for years to come. This '68 Custom perfectly suits the rock style, so don't miss out on this opportunity!

Made in 2025

Original hard case and certificate included

Weight≒4.26kg

Body.....Plain Maple Top, Mahogany Back
Neck.....Mahogany, Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit, Authentic 68 Medium C-Shape
Fingerboard.....Ebony
Frets.....22， Medium Jumbo
Scale....24.75inch/628.65mm
Nut.....Nylon
Tuners.....Kluson Waffleback
Bridge....ABR-1 (Non Wire) & Lightweight Stop Bar
Hardware.....Gold
Pickups....68 Custom Humbucker
Controls....2Volume, 2Tone, 3way Toggle SW