Description: For sale is a rare gem for guitar enthusiasts or collectors – the 2005 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, Pete Townsend Signature Edition #1. This Gibson Custom Shop Reissue boasts a stunning wine red finish, paying homage to the aesthetics of Pete Townshend’s original ’76 model. This guitar is not only a tribute to a legendary artist but also a meticulously crafted instrument that delivers outstanding tone and playability.
Condition: The instrument is all original and in exceptional condition with protective coverings still in place on the back electronics plate covers. The surface contains only some very faint surface level scratches that will not photograph. The wine red finish remains vibrant, showcasing the beauty of this limited edition piece. All electronics, including the humbucking pickups, are in perfect working order, delivering the classic Les Paul sound with clarity, sustain and power.
This is the 4th of 75 total Pete Townshend Signature Edition #1 Reissues produced by the Gibson Custom Shop. The original hardshell case (without a blemish), a Certificate of Authenticity signed by Pete Townshend, Gibson documents, and all case candy are included in the sale.
Whether you’re a fan of Pete Townshend or seeking a high-quality Les Paul Deluxe, with that Gibson distinctive touch, this guitar offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of musical history. Don’t miss out on the chance to add this incredible instrument to your collection. Please feel free to contact me for any questions or for additional details.
Features/Specifications:
Model
- 2005 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, Pete Townsend Signature Edition #1, Custom Shop 1976 Reissue
Color/finish
Signature Features
- Townsend’s signature on the headstock, unique electronics setup and strap locks
Solidbody Electric Guitar
- Top 3-piece Maple
- Body: Mahogany/poplar back with single-ply cream binding
- Neck: 3-piece Maple with volute
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Position markers: Pearloid trapezoid inlays
- 24 3/4" Scale Length
- 12" Radius neck
- 1-11/16" Nut
- 22 Frets
Electronics
- Neck: Mini-humbucker
- Middle: DiMarzio Dual Sound humbucker
- Bridge: Mini-humbucker
- Controls: (3) individual volume controls and (1) master tone
- 3-way selector switch
- 2 mini-toggles, one taps the DiMarzio, the other puts the DiMarzio in/out of phase and isolates
Hardware
- Nashville Tune-o-Matic bridge
- Stopbar tailpiece, custom endpins, chrome backplate
- Hardware: Chrome
- Machine heads: Grover tuners
- Thumbwheel custom strap locks
- Strings: .010
SALE IS FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION…NO RETURNS. PLEASE ASK ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO PURCHASE.
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