Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Ebony
The Gibson Custom 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue in Ebony represents a pivotal moment in Les Paul history, offering a refined blend of elegance and power. With a solid maple top on a mahogany back, this guitar delivers a sharper attack and enhanced clarity while maintaining the warmth and sustain of its predecessors. The two-humbucker setup provides superior picking clearance and a rich tonal palette, from smooth cleans to searing overdrive, while the 14-degree peghead angle optimizes string tension for effortless playability.
Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, this Custom Shop reissue faithfully recreates the 1968 model's iconic features, from its multi-ply binding and split-diamond headstock inlay to its gold hardware and ebony fretboard. Perfect for collectors and performers alike, this guitar combines vintage authenticity with the unmistakable allure of a Les Paul Custom. It’s an instrument that feels as timeless as it looks.
Weight: 9.6 lbs
This guitar comes with a free setup prior to shipment by our experienced in-house technician here at Round Hill Music Co.
At Round Hill Music Co., we’re proud to represent the best in the business as an authorized dealer for Fender Custom Shop, Gibson Custom, Taylor, Martin, PRS and more. We also carry an inspiring lineup of boutique builders, including Suhr, Rock N Roll Relics, Frank Brothers, Novo, and more. Explore our carefully selected amps from Two Rock and Carr, plus an ever-evolving collection of boutique pedals from JAM Pedals, Electronic Audio Experiments, Dumbloid, and many others.
SPECS
Body Style: Les Paul
Body Shape: Les Paul
Top: 2-Piece Plain Maple
Back: 1-Piece Mahogany
Binding: Multi-ply
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Weight Relief: None
Profile: Authentic '68 Medium C-Shape
Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
Fret Count: 22
Frets: Medium-Jumbo
Nut Material: Nylon
Nut Width: 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
End Of Board Width: 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Finish: Gold
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Stop Bar
Tuning Machines: Kluson Waffleback
Pickguard: Black Multi-Ply
Truss Rod: 2-way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: Authentic 2-Ply Les Paul Custom
Switch Tip: Cream
Switch washer: Black
Jack Plate Cover: Black Multi-Ply
Control Covers: Black
Strap Buttons: Brass
Mounting Rings: Black M69
Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver
Neck Pickup: 68 Custom Humbucker
Bridge Pickup: 68 Custom Humbucker
Controls: 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness with Black Beauty Capacitors
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
Accessories: Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags
Weight: 9.6 lbs
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