The Gibson Custom Shop has achieved what many thought impossible – creating a perfect clone of the legendary 1959 Les Paul™ Standard that captures every nuance of the original masterpieces. This isn't merely a tribute instrument; it's the result of meticulous laser–scanned dimensions, chemically–recreated plastics, and precisely colour–matched sunburst finishes that render every element in extraordinary detail.
Representing the pinnacle of decades of dedicated work by the Custom Shop's expert craftsmen, this reissue embodies a relentless pursuit of accuracy and authenticity for discerning players. It stands as the finest representation of the 1959 Les Paul Standard since Gibson Custom Shop launched their Historic Reissues more than twenty–five years ago, truly defining what cool looks like in a guitar.
The Heavy Ageing treatment by Murphy Lab's skilled artisans sets this instrument apart, with heavily aged hardware that simulates decades of intensive play wear. This finish treatment creates the distinctive character, vibe, and feel of an authentic Golden Era Gibson, giving players access to that coveted vintage mojo straight from the case.
- 2-Piece Figured Maple top & 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany back
- Solid Mahogany neck w/ Authentic '59 Medium C-Shape & 24.75" / 628.65mm scale
- Indian Rosewood fingerboard w/ 12" radius & 22 Historic Medium-Jumbo frets
- 1.69" / 42.85mm Nylon nut & Kluson Single Line tuning machines
- ABR-1 bridge w/ Nickel-plated Brass saddle
- Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted) pickups
- Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch case



