Gibson Custom Shop 1957 Les Paul Custom Reissue Guitar, VOS, Ebony Black

Renowned for its sleek design and striking Ebony, Pearl, and Gold finish, the 1957 Les Paul Custom stands as one of the most distinguished and visually stunning guitars ever crafted. Its body is uniquely carved from a single solid mahogany block, setting it apart from other Les Paul models. This construction delivers a rich mid-range tone that complements the bright resonance of the solid Ebony fingerboard. Representing the height of guitar artistry, tone, and design, the Gibson Custom Shop meticulously recreates every aspect of the original "Black Beauty," including exact dimensions, contours, inlay details, and the overall ownership experience.

The Gibson Custom Shop exemplifies the highest standards of craftsmanship and sound quality. Meticulously crafted to honor Gibson’s legacy, this guitar combines precise authenticity with exceptional attention to detail. Every element reflects the original design, delivering an instrument that offers both historical accuracy and superior playability for discerning musicians. 

Serial#: 751696
Weight: 9 lbs 5 oz

Specifications

Body: Solid Mahogany
Binding: Multi-ply
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
Neck Profile: 50's Rounded Medium C
Scale Length: 24.75 in
Fingerboard: Ebony
Radius: 12 in
Neck Wood: Solid Mahogany
Frets: 22 Historic Medium Jumbo
Nut: Nylon
Nut Width: 1.687 in
End Of Board Width: 2.239 in
Inlays: 1950's Pattern Mother of Pearl
Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Hardware Finish: Gold
Bridge: No-Wire ABR-1
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuners: Kluson Waffleback w/ Pearloid Tips
Pickguard: Multiply Laminated Acrylic
Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply Les Paul Custom
Control Knobs: Butyrate Black Top Hats
Switch Tip: Amber Catalin
Switch washer: Silkscreened Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Jack Plate Cover: Multiply Laminated Acrylic
Control Covers: Black Royalite
Strap Buttons: Brass
Mounting Rings: M69 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Controls: CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
Strings Gauge: 10-46
Hardshell Case: Black/Gold Lifton Case
Accessories: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags

Gibson SKU: LPR58VOITNH1