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2014 Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul R9 Reissue – Rare Transparent Black Flame Top

– All Original – COA- 120 Anniversary Medallion


Offered for sale is this beautiful 2014 Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R9), featuring an outstanding highly figured flame maple top beneath a striking Transparent Black finish.

While most 1959 Reissues feature traditional Cherry Sunburst, Lemon Burst, or Bourbon Burst finishes, this particular example stands apart with its elegant, dark and highly distinctive appearance.

AN EXTRAORDINARY FLAME TOP

The first thing you'll notice is the spectacular maple figuring.

Deep, three-dimensional flame patter across the carved top

A GENUINE 1959 HISTORIC REISSUE

Built by the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville in 2014, this guitar belongs to the prestigious Historic Reissue series, dedicated to recreating the legendary 1959 Les Paul Standard.

The R9 has long been considered one of the most desirable models in the Gibson Custom Shop lineup, combining vintage-inspired construction, exceptional materials and the unmistakable character of a great Les Paul.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Manufacturer: Gibson Custom Shop
  • Model: 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R9)
  • Year: 2014
  • Serial Number: 942825
  • Finish: Transparent Black
  • Top: Highly figured carved flame maple
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Neck: 1959 Historic profile
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Inlays: Trapezoid
  • Pickups: Original Gibson Burstbuckers
  • Bridge: Gibson ABR-1
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Hardware: Nickel
  • Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-way selector
  • Special Feature: Original Gibson Custom 120th Anniversary medallion (1894–2014)

ALL ORIGINAL – GIBSON CUSTOM SHOP CERTIFICATE

This guitar remains in its original factory configuration, with no modifications.

It comes with its original Gibson Custom Shop Certificate of Authenticity (COA) + check list + original tag for 1st buy (i'm the second owner), confirming its identity as a 1959 Les Paul Reissue.

Originally purchased brand new from Session Music in Germany.


A RARE OPPORTUNITY FOR GIBSON COLLECTORS

Transparent Black R9 are rarely encountered

For reference, Walt Grace Vintage in Miami has listed a 2004 Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Reissue, documented as a one-of-one Custom Order in Desert Trans Black, for $7,800.


This 2014 R9 offers a fantastic opportunity to own a highly distinctive Historic Reissue with a spectacular figured top and original documentation.

Located in France, European Union.

Free European Shipping

International buyers are welcome. Please contact me to discuss insured shipping options and any additional information.

Additional detailed photographs available upon request.


Serious inquiries welcome.

This item is sold As-Described

This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.

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Listed16 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • Les Paul 1959 Reissue Trans Black 120th anniversary Custom Order
Finish
  • Trans black
Categories
Year
  • 2014
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Wrap-Around
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Top Material
  • Maple
Wood Top Style
  • Flamed

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