Gibson Custom 1957 Les Paul Standard Reissue VOS - Sweet Green 

There are few electric guitars as legendary or essential to the fabric of rock and roll as the 1957 Les Paul. While the original "Goldtop" cemented its place in history as the workingman's guitar—thanks to iconic players like Duane Allman and Dickey Betts who favored its thick, singing sustain—this particular model takes that humbucking heritage and gives it a stunning visual twist. Finished in a head-turning Sweet Green, this instrument captures all the mojo of the golden era while offering a unique aesthetic that stands out on any stage. It’s the perfect blend of vintage soul and custom flair, designed for the player who wants the sound of a legend but the look of an individual.

Under the hood, this '57 Reissue is pure Gibson Custom Shop magic. It features the historically accurate combination of a solid, lightweight mahogany body and a two-piece plain maple top, secured with hide glue for maximum resonance. The neck is a substantial, period-correct 1950s profile that fills the hand comfortably, transferring vibration directly to your fingertips. The real stars of the show, however, are the unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups. These meticulously recreated humbuckers deliver the airy, open, and dynamic "PAF" tone that defined the late '50s—capable of everything from warm, jazzy cleans to the searing, harmonic-rich overdrive that made the Les Paul famous.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

Stunning Sweet Green finish offers a unique, modern take on a vintage classic.

Authentic "Chunky" 50s neck profile provides the substantial feel and sustain of original golden-era models.

Unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups recreate the sought-after clarity and bite of vintage PAFs.

Historically accurate construction, including hide glue fit and a solid lightweight mahogany body, ensures superior resonance.

Features VOS (Vintage Original Sheen) nitrocellulose lacquer for a gently aged, broken-in feel right out of the case.

Body Wood: 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany

Top Wood: 2-Piece Plain Maple

Neck Wood: Solid Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right Handed

Fretboard Wood: Indian Rosewood (Hide Glue Fit)

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Aged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid

Neck Profile: 50s Rounded Medium C

Finish: Sweet Green Shift (VOS Nitrocellulose Lacquer)

Hardware: Nickel

Tuners: Kluson Single Line, Single Ring

Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)

Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)

Electronics: CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors, 3-Way Switchcraft

Bridge: No-Wire ABR-1 with Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar

Manufacturer Part Number: LPR57PSL22967

Depth at 1st Fret: .893"

Depth at 12th Fret: 1.006"