Gibson Les Paul Special (Vintage Cherry) inc Hard Shell Case

The Les Paul Special stands as a testament to Gibson's golden era of innovation, bringing six decades of musical heritage back to life with its authentic 1955 design. This iconic instrument has shaped sound across generations and genres, maintaining its relevance through a classic combination of slab mahogany body, fat 50s-style mahogany neck, and rosewood fingerboard. Built upon the foundation of the Les Paul Junior, it features enhanced appointments including neck binding, an additional rhythm P-90 pickup, and comprehensive controls with a 3-way toggle switch.

At the heart of this instrument lies Gibson's legendary P90 single coil pickup, first introduced in the early 1950s to produce the raw, powerful tone that helped define blues and rock and roll during their formative years. Known affectionately as the "Soapbar" and "Cobalt," these pickups maintain their reputation among top musicians for their traditional combination of high output and brilliant tone. The P90's remarkable tonal sensitivity cuts through any musical style, from blues and rock to mellow jazz riffs, while vintage braided two-conductor wiring and full wax potting eliminate unwanted microphonic feedback.