{"product_id":"865841","title":"Gibson USED 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Gloss (Ebony) [SN.507618] Gibson","description":"Established in 1993, the Gibson Custom Shop is dedicated to creating the ultimate electric guitars and basses through long-cultivated high-level manufacturing techniques, an insatiable spirit of inquiry, and carefully selected materials. Even today, the Custom Shop lineup, crafted using traditional handcrafting methods and thoroughly researched vintage knowledge, boasts unparalleled craftsmanship and will become the ultimate instrument to endlessly ignite the inspiration within each player.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Although production of the Les Paul Custom ceased around 1960, its popularity resurfaced in the late 1960s when top musicians began using them. Finally, production resumed in 1968, alongside the Standard. While retaining the design from before 1960, the body material composition was revised, adopting a plain maple top and mahogany back, and the three humbuckers that were prevalent in the 1950s were replaced with two humbuckers. As a result, it achieved simple operation and a sound character that was very sharp and edgy even when distorted, which is now known as the signature tone of the Les Paul Custom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The ebony fingerboard features gleaming block inlays, while the one-piece mahogany neck boasts a slim, comfortable C-shape profile that faithfully replicates the original design.\u003cbr\u003e The tuning pegs that immediately catch the eye when tuning are Kluson wafflebacks. This type gets its name from the distinctive grooves on the gear housing cover. Including the wired ABR-1 bridge, every detail has been carefully considered to create a distinctive \"essence\" of the guitar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The guitar is equipped with the \"68 Custom Humbucker\" pickup, developed by former Historic Product Manager Edwin Wilson during his time at the company. The solid sound, with its tight, controlled bass that brings out the nuances of your picking, allows you to experience the spirit of the rock movement of that era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While there are some minor scratches and slight tarnishing on the parts, the overall condition is excellent with minimal signs of use. Of course, there are no issues with playability, including the neck and electronics, so you can enjoy this guitar for many years to come. This '68 Custom is perfect for a rock style; don't miss this opportunity!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Made in 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Includes original hard case and certificate of authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Weight ≈ 4.19 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBody....2-Piece Plain Maple Top, 1-Piece Mahogany Back\u003cbr\u003e Neck....Solid Mahogany, Authentic 68 Medium C-Shape, Long Tenon Hide Glue Fit\u003cbr\u003e Fingerboard.....Solid Ebony\u003cbr\u003e Frets: 22 Medium-Jumbo\u003cbr\u003e Nut.....Nylon\u003cbr\u003e Scale: 24.75\u003cbr\u003e Tuners.....Kluson Waffleback\u003cbr\u003e Bridge....ABR-1 (Non Wire) \u0026amp; Lightweight Stop Bar\u003cbr\u003e Hardware.....Gold\u003cbr\u003e Pickups....68 Custom Humbucker\u003cbr\u003e Controls....2Volume, 2Tone, 3way Toggle SW","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44156960702577,"sku":"865841","price":4902.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4173\/0673\/files\/865841_01.jpg?v=1787395428","url":"https:\/\/global.ikebe-gakki.com\/zh-hans\/products\/865841","provider":"Ikebe Musical Instruments Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}