The Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Figured Top electric pays homage to the timeless heritage of the Les Paul. In a musical landscape often dominated by modern innovations, this model takes us back to the very essence of the Les Paul’s inception.
For 2023, Gibson has expanded the Standard ‘50s model lineup with an exciting range of transparent finishes. This Les Paul Standard ‘50s features a gorgeous Honey Amber top, complemented with gold top hat knobs, cream plastics, and nickel pickup covers.
An essential element of the Les Paul’s appeal is its immediate sense of sturdiness and craftsmanship when held. The Les Paul Standard ’50s exemplifies this, starting with a non-weight relieved Mahogany body, crowned by a single-ply bound AA Flame Maple top. The Mahogany neck features the iconic ’50s style carve, while the Indian Rosewood fingerboard boasts classic Acrylic Trapezoid inlays, harmonizing seamlessly with 22 standard frets.
The Les Paul Standard 50s comes factory loaded with a Gibson Burstbucker 1 in the neck position and Burstbucker 2 in the bridge position. These humbucking pickups, beloved by countless Gibson enthusiasts, house Alnico 2 magnets that infuse a vintage-inspired warmth into the tone. Furthermore, Standard 50s Les Paul models are meticulously wired with Orange Drop capacitors, enhancing the versatility and character of the pickups’ volume and tone circuits.
Completing the Les Paul Standard ’50s is the reliable ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic bridge and aluminum stop bar tailpiece, ensuring precise intonation and unwavering tuning stability.
Embracing the legacy of players, both past and present, the Les Paul Standard ’50s Figured Top stands as a cornerstone in the realm of electric guitars, serving as the instrument of choice for discerning musicians.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging artist, this guitar embodies the enduring allure of the Les Paul, offering timeless tone and unparalleled craftsmanship, making it an exceptional choice for any player seeking the classic Les Paul experience.
- Iconic Gibson Les Paul with non-weight relieved Mahogany body
- ’50s Rounded Neck Profile
- AA Flame Maple Top with Honey Amber Finish
- Gibson Burstbucker 1 and 2 Pickups with Alnico 2 Magnets
- Hand-wired Orange Drop Capacitors for each volume and tone circuit
- ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic Bridge with Aluminum Stop-Bar Tailpiece
- Gibson Hardshell Case Included