Smart Gibson Custom Shop 56 Les Paul Standard Dark Back Electric Guitar - Double Gold Vos With Hardshell Case Add To Cart [chgxJayM]

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Introducing the Gibson Custom Shop 1956 Les Paul Standard Dark Back Electric Guitar - Double Gold VOS, now available at Haggerty’s Music. This stunning reissue pays homage to the legendary 1956 Les Paul with incredible attention to detail and craftsmanship, blending vintage appeal with modern playability. The body is crafted from solid mahogany with a two-piece plain maple top, finished in a beautiful double gold gloss nitrocellulose lacquer that evokes the iconic look of the original Goldtop. The guitar's classic Chunky C neck profile and rosewood fingerboard provide exceptional comfort, while the set-neck construction ensures excellent sustain and tonal richness.

Equipped with Gibson’s soapbar P-90 pickups, the 1956 Les Paul Standard delivers punchy, articulate tones that are perfect for a range of musical styles. The hand-wired controls with Orange Drop capacitors offer smooth and reliable operation, and the ABR-1 bridge with an aluminum stopbar tailpiece ensures solid tuning stability and resonance. The vintage-style Kluson tuners complete the setup, maintaining the authenticity of the 1956 model while providing modern reliability.

Whether you're a collector or a serious player, this 1956 Les Paul Standard is a must-have for anyone seeking a timeless instrument that stands out in both sound and style. With only a limited number available, don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Gibson history at Haggerty’s Music.

Features/Specs

Body:

• Body Style: Les Paul
• Body Shape: Les Paul
• Body Material: Mahogany
• Top: Two-Piece Plain Maple
• Binding: Single-Ply Cream
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck:

• Profile: Chunky C
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12 inches
• Frets: 22 Narrow Tall
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 1.687 inches
• Inlays: Aged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoids
• Neck Joint: Set Neck

Hardware:

• Finish: Nickel
• Bridge: ABR-1 with Aluminum Stopbar
• Tailpiece: Aluminum Stopbar
• Tuners: Kluson Single Line
• Pickguard: Cream
• Truss Rod: Adjustable
• Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Reflector
• Switch Tip: Cream
• Jack Plate Cover: Cream
• Strap Buttons: 2

Electronics:

• Neck Pickup: Soapbar P-90 Single-Coil
• Bridge Pickup: Soapbar P-90 Single-Coil
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (Hand-Wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle
• Output Jack: 1/4”

Miscellaneous:

• Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
• Case: Hardshell
• Accessories: Includes Gibson Accessory Kit

This instrument is available at Haggerty's Music, offering a blend of vintage charm and contemporary performance.