Up for sale is an original 1986 Gibson Les Paul Standard neck humbucker, featuring the iconic Tim Shaw PAT NO 2,737,842 design. These pickups were Gibson’s faithful recreation of the legendary late-1950s PAFs — warm, articulate, and harmonically rich. This example is 100% original with its chrome cover intact and untouched solder joints.

🎸 Details

  • Model: Gibson USA “Tim Shaw” Humbucker
  • Position: Neck
  • Year: 1986
  • Output: 7.51k Ω
  • Leg Type: Short legs
  • Leads: Original braided lead wire (full length)
  • Cover: Original chrome cover (factory solder intact)
  • Markings: Stamped “PAT NO. 2,737,842” on baseplate
  • Magnet: Alnico II (Tim Shaw spec)
  • Manufacturer: Gibson USA
  • Country of Origin: USA

Condition
Clean vintage condition with light natural patina on the chrome cover. Factory solder joints remain untouched, and the lead wire is intact and uncut. Fully functional, tested at 7.51kΩ — smooth output and exceptional clarity.

These 1980s Tim Shaw pickups are highly prized among collectors and players alike for their authentic PAF tone — warm lows, clear mids, and chimey highs, perfectly matched for vintage Les Paul and SG models.

📦 Shipping: USA – $9 | Worldwide – $39 via USPS & DHL
🌍 Yes, we ship internationally!
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Brand
Model
  • Les Paul Standard
Year
  • 1986
Made In
  • United States

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