Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue Plain Top - Beauty of the Burst Page 122 Light Aged

Step back in time with this incredible recreation of a specific piece of rock history. Based on the legendary guitar featured on page 122 of Yasuhiko Iwanade’s bible of tone, The Beauty of the ’Burst, this 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue captures the visual and sonic essence of the original "Holy Grail" electric guitars. Unlike the flame-heavy tops often associated with '59s, this model sports a handsome "Plain Top," offering a raw, workhorse aesthetic that many purists and players prefer for its understated elegance. The "Light Aged" finish gives it the gently worn-in feel of a well-loved instrument that has seen stages and studios for decades, without the heavy distress of a relic.

Under the hood, this guitar is pure vintage spec. It is constructed with a lightweight one-piece mahogany body and a hide-glue fitted maple top, ensuring maximum resonance and sustain. The voice of this beast comes from a pair of unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups, widely revered as the most accurate reproduction of the original PAFs Gibson has ever made. These pickups deliver that coveted, airy top end and punchy midrange that defined the sound of rock and blues titans like Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, and Duane Allman.

The playability is nothing short of exceptional, featuring an Authentic '59 Medium C-Shape mahogany neck that fits the hand perfectly—substantial enough for tone but comfortable for fast playing. The Indian rosewood fretboard is adorned with aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid inlays, completing the vintage look. Whether you are a collector chasing a specific page from history or a player seeking the ultimate tonal platform, this 1959 Reissue is a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

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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!

Exacting recreation of the original 1959 Les Paul featured on page 122 of The Beauty of the ’Burst.

Features a "Plain Top" maple cap for a classic, understated vintage aesthetic.

Loaded with unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups for authentic PAF tones.

Authentic '59 Medium C-Shape neck profile with hide glue construction.

Light Aged nitrocellulose finish provides the look and feel of a vintage original.

Body Wood: Lightweight Mahogany

Top Wood: 2-Piece Plain Maple

Neck Wood: Solid Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right-handed

Fretboard Wood: Indian Rosewood

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid

Neck Profile: Authentic '59 Medium C-Shape

Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer (Light Aged)

Hardware: Nickel

Tuners: Kluson Single Line, Single Ring

Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)

Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)

Electronics: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors

Bridge: ABR-1 with Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar

Manufacturer Part Number: LPR59PSL22957

Depth at 1st Fret: .875"

Depth at 12th Fret: .983"