1989 Burny RLC-65 - 60's Style Les Paul Custom w Open Book Headstock & Split Diamond Inlay - Made in Japan - Pro Set Up w Perfect Frets/Action/Intonation!

Classic Circa 1989 Burny Les Paul Custom RLC-65

Gibson Style Split Diamond/Open Book Headstock
Serial number: None
Mahogany Body & Neck
Rosewood Fingerboard

VH-3 PU's
Nut Width: 1.68
Radius: 12"
Scale: 24.75
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.85
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.95

50's Style Neck Carve - Medium Thick

Weight: 8.9 lbs

100% Original

Comes in Original Hard Case

*** It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are dressed, leveled and polished and shine like new, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. (Including New Strings,  Intonation, Truss Rod adjustment and Action) $$$

Read our feedback and rest assured that The Dude Abides. 

Yours for the taking is a killer looking and awesome sounding vintage Burny Les Paul Custom. Aside from the iconic look is the fact that this one may very well be the best sounding one we have had. Something special about the tone. This beauty was definitely well kept, only showing a few ding/dents on the front and back, along with some buckle worming... but pretty clean aside from that. The face of the headstock has some light scratches from string changes. It is now professionally set up and dialed and ready to be rocked!. It plays PHENOMENAL and has smooth/low action with new strings and a rockstar worthy set up. It has the highly desired open book split diamond headstock, paired nicely with high quality Japanese VH-3 PAF style humbucking pickups. To be honest I am pretty blown away by just how good this guitar is all around. First of all the sound... It has killer, classic Les Paul Custom tone and the pickups are warm, balanced and can handle all genres of rock/blues like a champ. They scream when driven with a good amp and really have a lot of punch. The craftsmanship and build quality is what you would expect from the famed Japanese luthiers. The look is pure Gibson aside from not having the ebony fingerboard . It has light play-wear on the front and back, which include various small dings, dents, and minor top coat scratches. They simply add to the overall mojo and authentic vintage vibe. If you are looking for a great Les Paul with versatility, character and presence...you're done searching, this Burny has playability and sound that is absolutely on par with many American made Gibsons and has a superior feel to many others. This guitar is in perfect working order and very good cosmetic condition. Overall, this is an extremely spot-on copy of a Les Paul Custom from the glory days of Gibson.

This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 

About The Guitar Dude 

Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).  

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Our Guarantee  

We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.  

Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)

- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues. 

- Intonation is spot-on.  

- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.  

- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.  

Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy 

We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:  

- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.  

- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.  

- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.  

We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.  

Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.  

We are a small business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.  

Payment, Shipping & International Duties  

- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.  

- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.  

- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.  

International Shipping Note 

International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.  

Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.