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1957 Les Paul Special Single Cut Reissue

SKU:

GU284

$4,199.00

As seen on TV…

Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson’s legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.

Legend has it that the famous “TV Yellow” color of the Les Paul Special was named for its vivid appearance on black & white televisions in the 1950s. That’s debatable. What’s not up for debate is the indelible imprint this model had on music history since its inception. The classy looks and thick, meaty tones of the Les Paul Special have been preferred by players of all genres. And this 1957 Les Paul Special Reissue from Custom Shop revives every single feature in spectacular detail for the ultimate vintage ownership experience — from the solid mahogany construction . . .

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Body Style

Les Paul

Body Shape

Les Paul

Body Material

Solid Mahogany

Binding

Fingerboard 1-Ply Cream

Body Finish

Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)

Weight Relief

None

Profile

50s Rounded Medium C

Scale Length

628.65 mm / 24.75 in

Fingerboard Material

Indian Rosewood

Fingerboard Radius

304.8 mm / 12 in

Fret Count

22

Nut Material

Nylon

Nut Width

42.85 mm / 1.687 in

End Of Board Width

56.89 mm / 2.239 in

Inlays

Pearloid Dot

Finish

Nickel

Bridge

Wraparound

Tailpiece

Wraparound

Pickguard

Black Multi-Ply

Truss Rod

Authentic 1950s No-Tube

Truss Rod Cover

Authentic Stepped 2-Ply

Control Knobs

Black Top Hats

Switch Tip

Amber

Switch washer

Black

Jack Plate Cover

Black Multi-Ply

Strap Buttons

Aluminum

Pickup Covers

Black Soapbar

Neck Pickup

Custom Soapbar P90

Bridge Pickup

Custom Soapbar P90

Controls

CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors

Pickup Selector

3-Way Switchcraft

Output Jack

Switchcraft

Strings Gauge

.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046

Case

Custom Shop Hardshell

Accessories

Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags

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