Key Features
- weight: 4180g/9.2 lbs
- Actual guitar photographed
- Custom Shop craftsmanship with vintage accuracy
- '68 Custom Humbuckers deliver iconic rock tones
Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS, Vintage Antique Silverburst #402358 Overview
The Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS is a masterful reissue of a legendary guitar, offering classic looks and tone with uncompromising quality. Crafted by the Gibson Custom Shop, it features a solid maple top on a mahogany back, delivering a perfect blend of warmth and brightness. The 68 Custom Humbucker pickups capture iconic rock tones, while the authentic '68 Medium C-Shape neck ensures comfortable playability.
This Les Paul Custom reissue boasts premium craftsmanship, including an ebony fingerboard, mother of pearl block inlays, and gold hardware for a striking vintage look. Every detail, from the long tenon neck joint to the hand-wired Harness with Black Beauty capacitors, is meticulously designed to deliver a true vintage experience.
Product Ref: 332483
Full Description
View Full DescriptionClassic design with vintage accuracy
The Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS is a masterful recreation of a legendary guitar, bringing the iconic design of the late 1960s back to life. Every aspect of this instrument is crafted with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, from the multi-ply body binding to the authentic '68 Medium C-Shape neck profile. This faithful reissue captures the essence of the original, offering a true vintage playing experience that is unmatched in both feel and appearance. This Les Paul Custom delivers an authentic slice of Gibson history.
Exceptional tone with custom humbuckers
At the heart of the Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS are the 68 Custom Humbucker pickups, designed to deliver the unmistakable tone of classic rock. These meticulously designed pickups capture a balanced mix of warmth, clarity, and bite, making them perfect for everything from bluesy leads to searing rock riffs. Paired with a solid maple top on a mahogany back, this guitar produces a rich, dynamic sound that cuts through the mix with authority. Each note rings with a classic Les Paul character, delivering outstanding performance across clean and overdriven tones.
Premium craftsmanship and superior playability
The Gibson Custom Shop is known for its commitment to perfection, and the 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS is no exception. This guitar is built with the highest quality materials, including a solid mahogany neck, an ebony fingerboard with mother of pearl block inlays, and a long tenon neck joint secured with hide glue for superior resonance and sustain. The medium-jumbo frets and 12-inch radius make bending and intricate playing effortless, while the Kluson Waffleback tuners and ABR-1 bridge ensure tuning stability. This is an instrument that feels as good as it sounds, with a smooth, balanced feel across the entire neck.
Timeless aesthetics and vintage appeal
Visually, the Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS is a striking guitar that blends classic elegance with rock attitude. The Vintage Antique Silverburst finish is a standout feature, giving this guitar a distinctive look that commands attention. Gold hardware, including the pickup covers, tuners, and bridge, adds a touch of luxury, while the black multi-ply pickguard and switchplate complete the vintage aesthetic. This beauty is the perfect choice if you want the best in performance and style.
Specifications
- Product Name: Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom VOS, Vintage Antique Silverburst #402358
- Product Code: LPC68PSL20198 #402358
Body
- Body Style: Les Paul
- Body Shape: Les Paul
- Top: 2-Piece Plain Maple
- Back: 1-Piece Mahogany
- Binding: Multi-ply
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Weight Relief: None
- Weight: 8.52lb
Neck & fretboard
- Profile: Authentic '68 Medium C-Shape
- Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
- Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
- Fret Count: 22
- Frets: Medium-Jumbo
- Nut Material: Nylon
- Nut Width: 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
- End Of Board Width: 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
- Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
- Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Hardware & electronics
- Finish: Gold
- Bridge: ABR-1
- Tailpiece: Stop Bar
- Tuning Machines: Kluson Waffleback
- Pickguard: Black Multi-Ply
- Truss Rod: 2-way Adjustable
- Truss Rod Cover: Authentic 2-Ply Les Paul Custom
- Switch Tip: Cream
- Switch Washer: Black
- Jack Plate Cover: Black Multi-Ply
- Control Covers: Black
- Strap Buttons: Brass
- Mounting Rings: Black M69
- Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
- Neck Pickup: 68 Custom Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: 68 Custom Humbucker
- Controls: 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness with Black Beauty Capacitors
- Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
- Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
- Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Accessories
- Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
- Additional Items: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags
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