Gibson Custom Shop 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Guitar, Gloss, Ebony Black

The 1968 Les Paul Custom marked a departure from its 1950s models with key enhancements. It featured a solid maple top over a mahogany back, delivering the clarity and attack favored by many rock players. The guitar came equipped with two humbuckers instead of three, allowing for greater picking space. Additionally, a 14-degree peghead angle reduced string tension. These innovations established the enduring standard for the Les Paul Custom line. This 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue faithfully recreates every detail and specification, crafted by Gibson Custom Shop’s expert artisans to offer an authentic vintage playing 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#: 509928
Weight: 9 lbs 5 oz

Specifications

Body: 2-Piece Maple Top, 1-piece Solid Mahogany Body
Binding: Multi-ply
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Profile: Authentic '68 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: Mother of Pearl Block
Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Hardware Finish: Gold
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuners: Kluson Waffleback
Pickguard: Black Multiply
Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: Authentic 2-Ply Les Paul Custom
Control Knobs: Butyrate Black Top Hats
Switch Tip: Cream
Switch washer: Black
Jack Plate Cover: Black Multiply
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
Strings Gauge: 10-46
Hardshell Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
Accessories: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags

Gibson SKU: LPC68EBGH1