Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s - Heritage Cherry Sunburst

Step into a time machine and experience the golden era of rock 'n' roll with the Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s. This isn't just a guitar; it’s a living testament to the instrument that redefined popular music. Crafted as a beautiful homage to the legendary 1950s models, this beast features a solid, non-weight-relieved mahogany body topped with a gorgeous carved maple cap. This classic tonewood combination delivers the iconic sustain, deep warmth, and snappy top-end bite that players have chased for over seven decades. From Jimmy Page to Slash, the legendary voice of a '50s Les Paul has shaped the soundtrack of our lives, and now that same legacy can be yours.

Plug it in, and you'll immediately hear why this guitar is so special. Loaded with a pair of calibrated Burstbucker 1 and Burstbucker 2 humbuckers featuring Alnico 2 magnets, this guitar perfectly recreates the magic of early PAF-style pickups. Expect a sweet, warm midrange, crystal-clear highs, and punchy lows. Gibson went the extra mile by wiring these bad boys with audio taper potentiometers and premium Orange Drop capacitors, giving you incredible, nuanced control over your tone. Whether you want a smoky jazz purr or a roaring classic rock crunch, it responds beautifully to every twist of the knob.

Playability is pure vintage perfection. The chunky '50s Vintage mahogany neck profile fills your hand comfortably, giving you that satisfying, old-school grip that feels incredibly stable for big blues bends and heavy rhythm work alike. Wrapped up in a stunning gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish and adorned with classic hardware like the ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and Vintage Deluxe tuners, this guitar offers modern-day reliability with unbeatable vintage vibe.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair. 

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

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  Highlights

Golden Era Construction: Features a solid, non-weight-relieved mahogany body and a carved maple top for that legendary, authentic '50s sustain and resonance.

Time-Tested Pickups: Loaded with Burstbucker 1 and 2 humbuckers with Alnico 2 magnets to deliver the unmistakable, sweet midrange punch of original PAF pickups.

Premium Electronics: Wired with audio taper pots and Orange Drop capacitors, providing ultra-responsive, transparent control over your sonic spectrum.

Authentic Vintage Feel: The beefy '50s Vintage neck profile combined with a bound rosewood fingerboard offers a comfortable, nostalgic playing experience.

Old-School Aesthetics: Finished in a gorgeous Heritage Cherry Sunburst gloss nitro lacquer and outfitted with classic Keystone-button tuners and gold Top Hat knobs.

  Specifications

Body Wood: Mahogany

Top Wood: Maple

Neck Wood: Mahogany

Left/Right Handed: Right-handed

Fretboard Wood: Rosewood

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Acrylic Trapezoids

Neck Profile: Vintage '50s

Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Hardware: Nickel

Tuners: Vintage Deluxe

Neck Pickup: Burstbucker 1 Humbucker

Bridge Pickup: Burstbucker 2 Humbucker

Electronics: 2 x volume, 2 x tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch, Orange Drop capacitors

Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Stopbar Tailpiece

Manufacturer Part Number: LPS500HSNH1

Depth at 1st Fret: .870"

Depth at 12th Fret: .970"