The Gibson Custom 1956 Les Paul Goldtop Reissue is about as close as it gets to grabbing a real-deal ‘50s piece—without the six-figure price tag. This one nails the feel right out of the gate. The chunky ‘50s C neck has that full, substantial grip that Les Paul players chase—comfortable, broken-in, and instantly familiar if you’re into bigger necks. It’s the kind of carve that makes you play differently in a good way. Tone-wise, it’s all about the P-90s. These Custom Soapbars deliver everything you want out of a proper ‘56—warm and round when you back off, but with a raw, biting edge when you dig in. They clean up beautifully and push an amp just enough to get into that gritty, expressive territory without losing clarity. The details are where this one really shines. You’ve got the vintage-correct no-wire ABR-1 bridge, lightweight construction, and historically accurate build methods that all add up to that lively, resonant feel under your hands. It’s responsive, open, and feels alive unplugged. Visually, the Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aging keeps things subtle and believable. Light checking, gently worn hardware, and just enough patina to take the edge off the new-guitar look—it feels like something that’s been well cared for over decades rather than heavily relic’d. All in, this is a straight-up player’s Goldtop. Vintage feel, dynamic P-90 tone, and the kind of neck that keeps you coming back for one more song.

Product Features

• Chunky ’50s C Neck Profile – Full, substantial carve with that classic Les Paul feel.
• Custom Shop P-90 Pickups – Warm, articulate cleans with raw, biting edge when pushed.
• Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aging – Subtle checking and light wear for a naturally broken-in look.
• No-Wire ABR-1 Bridge – Vintage-correct design for authentic tone and resonance.
• Double Gold Finish – Iconic Goldtop vibe with period-correct detailing throughout.

Attributes

• Color: Double Gold
• Body Shape: Single Cut

Technical Specifications

• Type: Electric
• # of Strings: 6
• Body Type: Solid Body
• Orientation: Right
• Top Material: Maple
• Body Material: Mahogany
• Body Finish: Lacquer
• Neck Joint: Set Neck
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• # of Frets: 22
• Nut Width: 1.6875"
• Bridge Type: Fixed
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Features: Case Included
• Neck Radius: 12"
• Electronics: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 3-Way Pickup Switch
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Pickup - Neck: Custom Soapbar P-90 Single-coil
• Pickup - Bridge: Custom Soapbar P-90 Single-coil
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood