Guitar legend Les Paul personally collaborated with Gibson to create these exceptional strings that bear his name and exacting standards. The foundation of these strings features a steel hex–shaped core that’s meticulously wound with the finest nickel available, producing the warm, smooth tonal characteristics that made Les Paul’s sound so distinctive.
What sets these strings apart is Les Paul’s insistence on silk–wrapped ends – a detail he specifically requested to minimise ambient noise during recording and performance. This thoughtful addition not only reduces unwanted string noise but also contributes to the authentic vintage character that professional musicians and recording artists demand.
The result is a string that captures the essence of classic tone while meeting modern studio–quality performance standards. These strings represent the perfect marriage of traditional craftsmanship and Les Paul’s innovative approach to guitar technology, making them an ideal choice for players seeking that legendary warmth and clarity.
- Pure nickel wound for pure Les Paul tone
- Silk-wrapped ends eliminate ambient noise
- Developed and approved by Les Paul
- Ultra-Light Gauge: .09 .011 .016 .024 .032 .042



