1990 Burny RLC-70 - 60's Style Les Paul Custom w Upgraded EMG 81/85's & Locking Grovers - Pro Set Up w Perfect Frets/Action/Intonation!

Classic Circa 1990 Burny Les Paul Custom RLC-70

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

Upgraded EMG 81/85 PU's (Made in the USA)

Upgraded Locking Grover Tuners
Nut Width: 1.69
Radius: 12"
Scale: 24.75
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.84
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.96

50's Style Neck Carve - Medium Thick

Weight: 9.5 lbs

Comes in a Gig Bag

*** 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) $$$

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🔥 circa 1990 Burny RLC-70 Les Paul Custom – Upgraded EMG 81/85 Tone Monster with Locking Grovers – Vintage Japanese Fire! 🔥

Guitarists, stop scrolling. This is the one you’ve been dreaming about: a circa-1990 Burny RLC-70 Les Paul Custom that perfectly blends timeless Japanese craftsmanship with modern high-gain aggression.

Built during the golden era of Fernandes/Burny in Japan, these RLC-70s are legendary for nailing the 1957 “Black Beauty” vibe with premium all-mahogany tonewoods (solid mahogany body, neck, and top), a bound ebony fretboard with classy pearl block inlays, multi-ply cream binding, and that unmistakable thick, resonant LP sustain that just won’t quit. Comfortable slim-to-medium neck carve, and rock-solid construction that still feels great after 35+ years.

But here’s where it gets Metalicious:

Upgraded EMG 81 (bridge) / 85 (neck) active pickups – the gold standard for crushing tone. The 81 delivers razor-sharp attack, thunderous palm mutes, and harmonically rich leads that cut like a chainsaw through any mix. The 85 in the neck gives you smooth, singing sustain with just enough warmth to stay musical. Plug into a high-gain amp and prepare to melt faces – these pickups turn this vintage body into a modern metal/rock weapon without losing that classic Les Paul growl.

Locking Grover tuners – swapped in for bulletproof tuning stability. Dive-bomb, aggressive bends, or marathon gigs? This thing stays in tune like it’s on rails. Smooth, fast string changes, and that premium click you love.

Condition: Very Good + Super Player-Friendly 

This guitar has been loved and played – exactly how a real instrument should be. Expect honest regular playwear: light scratches, finish chips and dings that give it serious road-worn character and mojo. No cracks, no breaks, no major repairs. Neck is dead-straight, frets have plenty of meat left and play clean, and it just received a full professional setup (low, fast action, perfect intonation, fresh strings). It feels broken-in, inspiring, and ready to gig or record the second you pull it out of the case. Zero setup hassles – just pure plug-and-play tone.

Whether you’re chasing modern metal crunch, classic rock crunch, or that “I can do everything” versatility, this Burny delivers in spades. Incredible resonance, long sustain, killer balance, and those EMGs that make it feel like a Custom that went to the gym and got juiced up.

This is a rare chance to own a piece of Japanese guitar royalty that punches way above its weight – far better than all modern Epiphones and every bit as good as a well-worn Gibson, but with the upgrades you actually want.

Don’t sleep on this one – guitars this good with these exact upgrades and honest vintage vibe disappear fast.

Your new favorite axe is waiting. Grab it before the next guy does. 🤘

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.