Gibson Les Paul Standard ‘50s Figured Top Electric Guitar, Translucent Oxblood
The Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Figured Top electric guitar pays homage to the timeless heritage of the Les Paul. In a musical landscape often dominated by modern innovations, this model transports 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 showcases a captivating Translucent Oxblood top, elegantly paired with gold top hat knobs, cream plastics, and nickel pickup covers.
A fundamental element of the Les Paul’s allure is its immediate sense of sturdiness and craftsmanship when held. The Les Paul Standard ’50s embodies this, commencing with a non-weight relieved Mahogany body, crowned by a single-ply bound plain Maple top. The Mahogany neck features the iconic ’50s style carve, while the Indian Rosewood fingerboard showcases classic Acrylic Trapezoid inlays, blending seamlessly with 22 standard frets.
The Les Paul Standard 50s comes factory equipped with a Gibson Burstbucker 1 in the neck position and Burstbucker 2 in the bridge position. These humbucking pickups, cherished 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, enriching the versatility and character of the pickups’ volume and tone circuits.
Completing the Les Paul Standard ’50s is the dependable ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic bridge and aluminum stop bar tailpiece, ensuring precise intonation and unwavering tuning stability.
Incorporating the legacy of players, both past and present, the Les Paul Standard ’50s stands as a cornerstone in the realm of electric guitars, serving as the instrument of choice for discerning musicians.
With its exceptional specifications and undeniable craftsmanship, the Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s Figured Top in Translucent Oxblood offers an inspiring and enduring playing experience. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging artist, it’s your pathway to creating music with a classic yet contemporary spirit, delivering a playing experience that sparks creativity and musical exploration.
- Iconic Gibson Les Paul with non-weight relieved Mahogany body
- ’50s Rounded Neck Profile
- AA Flame Maple Top with Translucent Oxblood 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
