Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Ebony Ultra Light Aged Ebony

The Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue in Ultra Light Aged Ebony is a stunning tribute to one of the most celebrated guitars of its time. Distinguished from its 1950s predecessors, this model features a solid maple top over a mahogany back, delivering the added clarity and bite that rock guitarists demand. Paired with its dual humbuckers for focused tonal versatility and a 14-degree peghead angle for reduced string tension, this reissue embodies the design innovations that set the 1968 Les Paul Custom apart.

Elevating the experience, the Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment brings a tastefully worn-in aesthetic with subtle wear and lightly aged hardware. This process gives the guitar the vintage character of a well-preserved original, blending authenticity with modern reliability. Expertly crafted by the Gibson Custom Shop, the 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue is the ultimate blend of beauty and brawn, making it an irresistible choice for players and collectors alike.

SPECS

Body Style: Les Paul
Body Shape: Les Paul
Top: 2-Piece Plain Maple
Back: 1-Piece Mahogany
Binding: Multi-ply
Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Weight Relief: None
Profile: Medium C
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
Finish: Gold; Murphy Lab Light Aged
Bridge: ABR-1 (Wired)
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
Control Knobs: Black Witch Hats with Gold Inserts
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 Volume, 2 Tone, 500K CTS Potentiometers, 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
Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Mounted Custom Shop Switch Plate Medallion; Reissue Switch Backplate in Case
Weight: 9.1 lbs

This guitar comes with a free setup prior to shipment by our experienced in-house technician here at Round Hill Music Co.

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