Gibson Les Paul Special 1955 - 1958

Gibson Les Paul Special 1955 - 1958

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Gibson Les Paul TV Special 1956 With Original Tags and Case

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1956 Gibson TV Special with original hang tag and alligator cardboard case. It was featured in Gruhn’s book Electric Guitars and Bases On page 154. It is mint, in 9.5/10 condition and is 100% original with no repairs. I don‘t think the guitar has been played more that 15 minutes in the last 20+ years and the frets have little to no wear. The fretboard also shows no wear. This is a clean guitar. Everything works, though it might need a setup and new strings. Feel free to ask questions. I would consider a trade for a ‘64 or early 335 or other vintage Gibson. I quoted insured, 3 day shipping from Virginia to California and shipping might be less or a little more. Regarding returns, I’ll offer a 24 hour inspection period. If the guitar is not as I have described, contact me for the return. You will pay insured 3 day shipping back to me.
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Product Specs

Brand
Model
  • Les Paul Special
Finish
  • TV Yellow
Year
  • 1955 - 1958
Made In
  • United States
Categories
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Wrap-Around
Color Family
  • Yellow
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Model Family
Model Sub-Family
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Number of Frets
  • 22
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Scale Length
  • 24.75"

Overview

Slightly higher-end than the Les Paul Jr but still considered a student-level guitar, the Les Paul Special was introduced in 1955 with a pair of P-90 pickups. Like other Les Paul models, the Les Paul Special underwent a total transformation at the end of the '50s. The model has been reissued several times since and remains in production. 

Notable Players: Bob Marley, John Lennon, Martin Barre 

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