
Gibson USED Custom Shop Historic Collection 1956 Les Paul Gold Top Reissue VOS (Gold) [SN. 6 9018]
Product Condition
Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
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Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Description
Description
We have a highly recommended pre-owned 2019 Gibson Custom Shop Historic Collection 1956 Les Paul Gold Top Reissue VOS in stock! This guitar exudes divine charm in its Gold Top color!
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 Gold Top color was a part of the Les Paul Model lineup from its inception in 1952 until mid-1958. While various other burst colors, including Cherry Sunburst, were introduced in the Standard Series from 1958 onward, this color remains extremely popular.
In fact, the Gold Top never ceases to captivate the hearts of Les Paul enthusiasts!
Gold Top! There are surely many enthusiasts who are obsessed with its sweet golden charm!
"The tiger eye sunburst is a bit..." This is an eternal look that will tickle the hearts of enthusiasts who say such things!
This guitar comes in a gold finish that changes color depending on the angle and lighting conditions. It also comes with a natural back. The Chunky C-Shape and Narrow Tall frets, adopted since 2018, combine to deliver richer expressiveness to each individual tone.
This particular unit is the perfect weight at approximately 4.00 kg. While retaining the crispness typical of a single coil, it also produces a rich overtone with just the right amount of fatness. The sound is irresistible, making it a statement piece even in a band ensemble!
The pickups are two Custom Soapbar P-90s. Unlike the regular line of PUs, the tighter tuned P-90 single coils have a moderate mellowness and excellent sharpness, which is very appealing!
It has exquisite specifications that allow it to produce a rich tone that will satisfy the guitarist's heart without interfering with the vocals that are the core of music!
The P-90 pickup, a rare pickup that combines both sharpness and fatness, is the perfect match for the era in rock music where a truly realistic, fat, drive sound is required! You'll be able to fully enjoy the sweet, fat tone of the front end, the unbeatable half-tone that combines sharpness and flavor, and the manly rear tone that allows you to enjoy guts and clarity!
The 2-volume, 2-tone control is equipped with a paper oil capacitor. The volume curve responds quickly, with the gain declining around the 8th position, allowing you to freely adjust the sound from clean to drive with just a touch of the finger. As for the tone control, the attack remains up to the 5th position, allowing you to create the solid sound you desire.
What is the Gibson single coil? You'll get a true experience of this classic masterpiece, the 56LP! Don't miss out!
This time, we have a recommended second-hand item in stock!
There are some small scratches and dents, some original scratches from the VOS treatment, scratches from playing on the pickguard, scratches from the buckle on the back of the body, dents, a paint chip and dent on the tip of the headstock, a crack on the front pickup cover, and some dullness on some parts, but this guitar is in fair condition and highly recommended! It has been fully serviced at our shop, so it's ready to play right away!
The strap pin screws have been replaced. The original screws are not included.
The frets have been filed and are ready to use. Approximately 80% of the guitar remains.
There is no problem with using the nut, and there is no problem with normal adjustment of the truss rod.
The electrical system has been fully checked and there are no problems with operation.
This piece features a divinely charming Gold Top color!
Accessories include a brown hard case, key, Custom Shop certificate, Gibson Gold Warranty, and a serialized tag.
Don't miss this opportunity!
SN. 6 9018
Weight≒4.00kg
Includes brown hard case, key, Custom Shop certificate, Gibson Gold Warranty, and serialized tag.
*Please note that due to the characteristics of the VOS series' finishing method, scratches and rust will naturally occur on the paint and parts.
SPEC
Body: 2-Piece Plain Maple & 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany, Hide Glue Fit
Neck: Mahogany / Chunky C-Shape
Fingerboard:Dark Indian Rosewood, 22Frets Narrow/Tall
Pickups: Custom Soapbar P90
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone, 3-way switch
Bridge / Tailpiece: ABR-1 non wire/ Lightweight Tailpiece w/Long Stud
Tuners: Kluson reissue
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