Gibson Custom Shop 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue — Ebony Gloss — Black Beauty

GIBSON CUSTOM SHOP | HISTORIC 1968 REISSUE | EBONY GLOSS | GOLD HARDWARE | EBONY FINGERBOARD | KLUSON WAFFLEBACK TUNERS | 9 LBS 7 OZ

BRAND NEW — UNPLAYED — AUTHORIZED GIBSON DEALER

PRODUCT # LPC68EBGH1
SERIAL # 401038
ACTUAL WEIGHT: 9 LBS 7 OZ

Bert Murdock Music in Orem, Utah, is proud to offer this magnificent Gibson Custom Shop 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue in Ebony Gloss, a stunning recreation of one of the most iconic electric guitars in Gibson history.

Known affectionately as the Black Beauty, the Les Paul Custom has long represented the pinnacle of Gibson's combination of elegant styling, premium appointments and powerful electric guitar tone.

The 1968 reissue celebrates an important turning point in Les Paul history, when Gibson reintroduced the Les Paul Custom with a maple-topped mahogany body and dual-humbucker configuration.

Handcrafted by Gibson Custom in Nashville, Tennessee, this beautiful instrument combines historically inspired construction, premium tonewoods, gold hardware and classic Black Beauty styling.

THIS PARTICULAR GUITAR WEIGHS 9 POUNDS, 7 OUNCES!

The Legendary 1968 Les Paul Custom

The original Les Paul Custom was introduced in 1954, becoming one of Gibson's most prestigious electric guitars.

When Gibson reintroduced the Les Paul Custom in 1968, the design incorporated several important changes, including a maple top over a solid mahogany body and a dual-humbucker configuration.

These features helped establish the familiar Les Paul Custom design that would become a favorite of generations of professional musicians.

Gibson Custom's historic 1968 reissue recreates the distinctive character of this important instrument, from its authentic neck profile to its premium ebony fingerboard and beautiful gold hardware.

Stunning Ebony Gloss Nitrocellulose Finish

Few guitars have the visual presence of a Gibson Les Paul Custom finished in deep, glossy Ebony.

The beautiful black nitrocellulose lacquer is accented by elegant multi-ply body binding, gold hardware, a bound headstock and mother-of-pearl appointments.

The contrast between the glossy black finish and gold hardware creates the classic tuxedo appearance that has made the Black Beauty instantly recognizable.

This instrument features a factory Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish, not a Murphy Lab aged treatment.

Its elegant appearance combines vintage inspiration with the beauty of a brand-new Gibson Custom instrument.

One-Piece Mahogany Body and Two-Piece Maple Top

The Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue features a solid one-piece mahogany back topped with two-piece plain maple.

There is no factory weight relief.

This historic construction combines mahogany's familiar warmth and sustain with the clear attack and articulation associated with a maple top.

The result is a powerful, expressive guitar capable of delivering rich clean tones, aggressive rock rhythms and singing lead sustain.

At 9 lbs 7 oz, this actual instrument offers the substantial feel associated with a traditional solidbody Les Paul Custom.

Gibson Custom 1968-Style Humbuckers

This historic reissue features a pair of Gibson Custom humbuckers designed to reproduce the classic tonal character associated with Gibson's late-1960s instruments.

These pickups provide the warmth, clarity, presence and expressive dynamics that make a great Les Paul Custom so versatile.

The neck pickup delivers full-bodied, singing tones suitable for smooth leads, blues and rich clean passages.

The bridge pickup offers a focused attack, strong midrange and authoritative rock tone.

The traditional three-way pickup selector allows you to select either pickup individually or combine both.

Pickup specification note: Gibson's published specifications for this model have identified the pickups as '68 Custom Humbuckers and, in a later specification, 1968 T-Top Reissues. Buyers seeking confirmation of the exact pickup version installed in this individual instrument are welcome to contact us.

Hand-Wired Historic Electronics

Gibson Custom equips the 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue with a premium hand-wired electronics package featuring:

• CTS 500K Volume Potentiometers
• CTS 500K Tone Potentiometers
• Black Beauty Tone Capacitors
• Switchcraft Three-Way Pickup Selector
• Switchcraft Output Jack
• Two Independent Volume Controls
• Two Independent Tone Controls

These premium components offer familiar, responsive control over the instrument's tone and output.

From clean, articulate chords to warm blues and powerful classic rock, the traditional electronics make this guitar highly expressive.

Authentic 1968 Mahogany Neck Profile

The guitar features a solid mahogany neck with Gibson Custom's Authentic 1968 profile, inspired by the comfortable medium-C neck shapes of the period.

The historic long neck tenon provides a substantial neck-to-body connection and is an important component of the instrument's vintage-inspired construction.

The traditional 24.75-inch Gibson scale length provides the familiar string tension and feel expected from a Les Paul.

Premium Ebony Fingerboard

The beautiful bound ebony fingerboard is among the most recognizable appointments of the Les Paul Custom.

It features:

• Genuine Ebony Fingerboard
• 12-Inch Fingerboard Radius
• 22 Medium-Jumbo Frets
• Mother-of-Pearl Block Inlays
• 24.75-Inch Gibson Scale Length
• Historic Nylon Nut

The smooth ebony playing surface provides an excellent foundation for precise fretting, expressive bends and fast lead work.

The mother-of-pearl block inlays perfectly complement the elegant Black Beauty styling.

Historic Gold Hardware and Kluson Waffleback Tuners

This guitar features distinctive gold-plated hardware inspired by the original 1968 Les Paul Custom.

The Kluson Waffleback tuning machines are an especially important historic detail and contribute to the instrument's classic late-1960s appearance.

Additional appointments include:

• Gibson ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Bridge
• Gibson Stop Bar Tailpiece
• Gold-Plated Hardware
• Gold-Plated Humbucker Covers
• Kluson Waffleback Tuners
• Brass Strap Buttons
• Black Multi-Ply Pickguard
• Black M69 Pickup Rings
• Traditional Black Control Knobs
• Cream Pickup Selector Tip

The combination of these premium components and historically inspired details makes this a beautiful representation of the classic 1968 Les Paul Custom.

Iconic Split-Diamond Headstock

The Les Paul Custom is famous for its elegant bound headstock, featuring Gibson's unmistakable mother-of-pearl Custom Split-Diamond inlay.

Combined with the Gibson logo, gold tuners and multi-ply binding, this distinctive headstock design completes the prestigious Black Beauty appearance.

Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case and Certificate of Authenticity

The factory accessory package includes a Gibson Custom Shop hardshell case, Certificate of Authenticity booklet, Custom Shop switchplate medallion, historic-style alternate backplate and reissue hang tags.

Please review the listing photographs for the accessories accompanying this individual instrument.

Key Features

• Gibson Custom Shop 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue
• Classic Black Beauty Styling
• Beautiful Ebony Gloss Finish
• Actual Weight: 9 lbs 7 oz
• Made in Nashville, Tennessee, USA
• One-Piece Solid Mahogany Body
• Two-Piece Plain Maple Top
• No Factory Weight Relief
• Multi-Ply Body Binding
• Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish
• Solid Mahogany Neck
• Authentic 1968 Neck Profile
• Historic Long Neck Tenon
• Bound Ebony Fingerboard
• 12-Inch Fingerboard Radius
• 22 Medium-Jumbo Frets
• Mother-of-Pearl Block Inlays
• 24.75-Inch Scale Length
• Historic Nylon Nut
• Dual Gibson Custom 1968-Style Humbuckers
• CTS 500K Potentiometers
• Black Beauty Tone Capacitors
• Hand-Wired Electronics
• Switchcraft Three-Way Selector
• ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Bridge
• Stop Bar Tailpiece
• Gold Kluson Waffleback Tuners
• Gold Hardware
• Custom Split-Diamond Headstock Inlay
• Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
• Certificate of Authenticity

Gibson Factory Specifications

BODY

• Model: Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue
• Body Shape: Les Paul Single Cutaway
• Back: One-Piece Mahogany
• Top: Two-Piece Plain Maple
• Weight Relief: None
• Finish: Ebony Gloss
• Finish Type: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Binding: Multi-Ply

NECK

• Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Authentic 1968
• Neck Joint: Set Neck with Long Tenon
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 12 Inches
• Number of Frets: 22
• Fret Type: Medium Jumbo
• Fingerboard Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Blocks
• Scale Length: 24.75 Inches
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: Approximately 1.69 Inches
• Headstock: Bound with Mother-of-Pearl Custom Split Diamond

ELECTRONICS

• Neck Pickup: Gibson Custom 1968-Style Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: Gibson Custom 1968-Style Humbucker
• Pickup Configuration: Dual Humbuckers
• Potentiometers: CTS 500K
• Tone Capacitors: Black Beauty
• Wiring: Hand-Wired
• Controls: Two Volume, Two Tone
• Pickup Selector: Three-Way Switchcraft
• Output Jack: Switchcraft

HARDWARE

• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Stop Bar
• Tuning Machines: Kluson Waffleback
• Hardware Finish: Gold
• Pickup Covers: Gold-Plated Nickel Silver
• Pickguard: Black Multi-Ply
• Pickup Rings: Black M69
• Strap Buttons: Brass
• Switch Tip: Cream

CASE & ACCESSORIES

• Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
• Gibson Custom Certificate of Authenticity
• Factory Documentation and Applicable Accessories

Actual Guitar Information

Condition: Brand New — Unplayed
Model: Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue
Finish: Ebony Gloss
Product Number: LPC68EBGH1
Serial Number: 401038
Actual Weight: 9 lbs 7 oz

This guitar was opened for inspection and photographs but remains brand new and unplayed.

The photographs show the actual individual guitar being offered.

Please examine them closely for its exact appearance and condition.

Buy with Confidence from Bert Murdock Music

Bert Murdock Music is an authorized Gibson dealer located in Orem, Utah.

We proudly offer an extensive selection of Gibson Custom Shop, Gibson USA, Gibson Acoustic and Epiphone guitars.

• Authorized Gibson Dealer
• Brand-New, Unplayed Inventory
• Actual Photographs of This Individual Instrument
• Original Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Free Shipping
• 14-Day Returns Subject to Our Posted Reverb Policy
• Professional Customer Service

Please contact us through Reverb with any questions about this beautiful Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue.

BERT MURDOCK MUSIC
Orem, Utah

GIBSON CUSTOM 1968 LES PAUL CUSTOM REISSUE — EBONY BLACK BEAUTY — HISTORIC CONSTRUCTION, GOLD HARDWARE, AND LEGENDARY GIBSON TONE!