Up for sale, a 1975 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe, outfitted with full-size humbuckers and complete with the original hardshell case. With modern hardware (Bigsbby B7, ABR-1) and plastics in addition to the pair of Gibson ‘57 Classic PAFs, this ‘70s Deluxe features a top-only refinish in uncommon custom color Cherry nitro lacquer gloss, highlighting unique figuring in the carved maple top.

Weighing 10lbs 8oz, there’s no shortage of sustain and punch on tap, and being a maple necked Les Paul, there’s also a boost in the brightness and cut of this Les Paul’s natural acoustic response. The pair of ‘57 Classic PAF humbuckers are faithfully constructed to ‘50s spec with Alnico II magnets, delivering tailored midrange clarity, warm spongy lows, and clear trebles, with focused growl at the bridge and fat bark at the neck. This Les Paul Deluxe has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation.

Neck Specs:

  • Wood: Maple (three-piece)
  • Shape: Slender-to-chunky C, measuring .795” 1st fret, .985” 12th fret
  • Fretboard: Rosewood, pearloid flared trapezoid inlays
  • Frets: Medium jumbo, refret, no wear
  • Scale Length: 24 3/4”
  • Nut: 1 11/16”
  • Tuners: Kluson Deluxe double-line (vintage spec, modern)
  • Serialization: 99-prefix (sticker) dates to ‘75

Body Specs:

  • Wood: Maple, mahogany
  • Pickups: ‘57 Classic PAF humbucker x2
  • Harness: CTS pots date to ‘75, bridge Volume replaced (1978 source date code)
  • Hardware: ABR-1 bridge + Bigsby B7 vibrato (modern)
  • Plastics: One-ply pickguard, amber bonnet knobs (modern)

The top has been refinished in Cherry nitro lacquer, with limited overspray along the perimeter and isolated rack rash on either side of the lower strap button. The original finish is retained on the mahogany body, maple neck and peghead. There is moderate buckle rash at the bass-side and some minor marks consistent with use, while the routing for the full-size humbuckers is minimal and well done. The nitro gloss on the neck profile is smooth and clean, with some cosmetic checking along the seam of the bass-side third.

The original black tolex hardshell case is included.

This item is sold As-Described

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ConditionExcellent (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • Les Paul Deluxe "Standard Conversion"
Finish
  • Cherry
Categories
Year
  • 1975
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Model Family
Color Family
  • Red
Series
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Top Material
  • Maple
Model Sub-Family
Number of Frets
  • 22

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Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar

Seattle, WA, United States
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