The iconic '57 Goldtop has been the tool of choice for countless guitar heroes. Its elegant gold finish, classic solid mahogany/maple construction and versatile humbucking pickups represent everything one could possibly need in a Les Paul model. This authentic recreation exemplifies Gibson Custom Shop's tireless quest for accuracy to the original year of production, from the woods to the construction to the parts and precise contours throughout. Each Custom Shop Reissue is every bit the instrument and statement piece as the priceless vintage examples, providing an ownership experience that is endlessly fun.
Specifications:
- GENERAL
- Number of Strings6
- Left-/Right-handedRight-handed
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Body TypeSolidbody
- Body Shape1956 Les Paul
- Body MaterialMahogany
- Top Material2-piece Plain Maple
- Body FinishGloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- ColorDouble Gold
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Neck MaterialMahogany
- Neck ShapeChunky C
- Neck JointSet Neck
- Radius12"
- Fingerboard MaterialIndian Rosewood
- Fingerboard InlayAged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoids
- Number of Frets22, Narrow Tall
- Scale Length24.75"
- Nut Width1.687"
- Nut MaterialNylon
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Bridge/TailpieceABR-1 with Aluminum Stopbar
- TunersKluson Single Line
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Neck PickupCustombucker Soapbar P90 Single-coil
- Bridge PickupCustombucker Soapbar P90 Single-coil
- Controls2 x volume, 2 x tone
- Switching3-way toggle pickup switch
- StringsGibson, .010-.046
Features:
- The perfect axe for early Les Paul fans
- Satisfying Chunky “C” neck profile
- P-90 pickups serve up classic, fat Les Paul snarl
- Hide-glued mahogany neck for exceptional sustain and response
- Aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid fingerboard inlays
- Thin, vintage-correct, nitrocellulose-lacquer finish enhances tone
