Offered here for sale is a stunning 2024 Gibson Custom Shop ‘57 Les Paul Custom “Black Beauty” Reissue VOS with Bigsby vibrato, original hardshell case and certificate of authenticity. A meticulous recreation of one of the most prestigious electric guitars ever produced. The 1957 Les Paul Custom represented Gibson’s flagship solid-body model, combining elegant appointments, premium materials, and a rich, authoritative voice that has made it a favorite of players ranging from Les Paul himself to countless rock, blues, and jazz legends. This particular example is in excellent lightly used condition and perfect working order. Featuring Gibson’s VOS finish treatment, the guitar has the look and feel of an aged vintage instrument without the heavy wear of a Relic. Structurally sound, there are no cracks, breaks or repairs. The neck is straight and plays great. The truss rod turns smoothly in both directions and functions as intended with access located at the headstock. Notes ring clean and clear with no dead spots. All parts are original to the guitar to the best of our knowledge. Overall, a faithful reissue of a ‘57 Black Beauty. A fantastic playing and sounding instrument from Gibson’s Custom Shop built with high quality craftsmanship, materials and attention to detail.

Specs:

- 24 3/4” scale length

- 1 piece solid Mahogany body with VOS nitrocellulose lacquer Ebony finish and multi- ply top and back binding

- black 5-ply pickguard

- gold hardware

- equipped with its original trio of Custombucker Alnico 3 PAF humbucking pickups each with a dedicated volume and tone control

- 3-way pickup selector switch with Amber switch tip

- ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge with Bigsby Vibrato tailpiece

- solid Mahogany neck with chunky 1950’s D shape profile measuring .930” deep at the first fret and 1.02” deep at the twelfth fret

- set-neck with long tenon, hide glue fit

- bound Ebony fingerboard with 12” radius, pearl block inlaid fret markers and 22 medium jumbo frets (frets show virtually no visible play wear)

- width at (original nylon) nut: 1.69”

- headstock sports multi-ply binding, pearl inlaid Gibson And Crown logos, Les Paul Custom branded truss cover and gold Kluson Waffleback tuning machines

- overall weight: 11 lbs. 2.1 oz.

The guitar will be properly packed with care in its original hardshell case prior to shipment. In-store trades only. Please reach out with any further questions. Thanks for taking a look!