Gibson first unveiled two brand-new Les Paul models featuring maple tops and a Cherry Burst finish at a guitar exhibition in 1958. Their serial numbers were #8 3096 and #8 3087, and they were officially introduced as the “Les Paul Standard.” Since then, the design and specifications of the 1950s Les Paul Standard have become one of the most iconic representations in guitar history, influencing generations of musicians and guitar builders around the world.

Among these historic instruments, the original Les Paul Standard with serial number #8 3096 holds a particularly legendary status, as it has been personally owned and preserved by Slash since the 1980s. It was not until around 2016 that this historically significant guitar was officially confirmed as one of the first Les Paul Standards ever produced by Gibson. As a result, it has become one of the most important and historically valuable guitars within Slash’s personal collection.

To celebrate and honor this legendary original instrument, Gibson Custom created the Slash 1958 Les Paul Reissue “First Standard” #8 3096 Replica. The series was released in two extremely limited editions: 50 aged models personally signed by Slash, and 100 aged models without a signature. Built according to Gibson’s highest-level True Historic specifications, this series utilizes premium tonewoods along with newly refined lacquer formulas, adhesive techniques, and hardware details to faithfully recreate the original 1958 Les Paul Standard. Gibson Custom described the True Historic series as “the closest recreation to a perfect Gibson vintage reissue,” and the “First Standard” has been widely recognized by collectors and players as one of the finest-sounding instruments among the entire Slash Signature Replica series.

To achieve the highest level of historical accuracy, Gibson Custom utilized advanced 3D scanning technology to capture every detail of the original guitar, including its unique wear patterns, oxidation, and marks accumulated through decades of playing. From the pickup covers, tuners, and jack plate to the aging effects on every metal component, even the replacement screws found on the original instrument were carefully replicated. These meticulous recreation techniques allow this guitar to come remarkably close to Slash’s original #8 3096 Les Paul in both appearance and historical authenticity.

This instrument features a carefully selected mahogany body and neck, paired with a rosewood fingerboard, along with a custom 1958 C-Shape neck profile that faithfully recreates the classic feel of a late-1950s Les Paul. It is equipped with Gibson Custombucker PAF pickups, specially designed based on the specifications and data of the original PAF pickups. The tonal character perfectly captures the essence of a 1950s Les Paul, delivering a rich, articulate, and highly resonant attack, combined with a thick, warm, and uniquely smooth character when driven.

The Slash 1958 Les Paul Reissue “First Standard” #8 3096 Replica is one of the most iconic and collectible instruments ever produced in the Gibson Custom Reissue lineup. This particular guitar is an aged version without Slash’s signature on the back of the headstock; however, the certificate of authenticity is personally signed by Slash, making it an exceptionally rare collector’s piece. Due to its extremely limited availability on the market, it offers tremendous collectible value and strong long-term preservation potential.

For Slash fans, serious Les Paul collectors, and players searching for the true spirit of the legendary 1950s Gibson era, this instrument represents far more than a simple reissue guitar — it is a tangible piece of rock guitar history.

Comes with the original Gibson Custom Shop hard case, COA and original paperwork.

The shipping fee includes insurance. We usually declare a low value on the shipping invoice and the insurance will follow the full value of the goods.

From Gibson:

The original Les Paul Model featured a gold finish from its introduction in 1952 until it received a new cherry sunburst in 1958 along with a new name, "Les Paul Standard." It debuted at the July 1958 Music Industry Trade Show in Chicago but it didn't catch on until its beautiful appearance and resonant properties inspired the likes of Keith Richards, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Mike Bloomfield, Duane Allman, Peter Green, Joe Walsh, Joe Perry -- and eventually Slash -- to perform with one. And although Slash uses his beat-up 1958 Les Paul Standard regularly in the studio, he didn't know until a recent discovery that it was a hugely important piece of guitar history. Shipping records confirm that Slash's guitar (serial #8 3096) was actually sent to that historic 1958 Music Industry Trade Show as one of the first two sunburst Les Pauls ever made and the first ever to feature a two-piece center-seamed maple top, a key feature of the Les Paul Standard. That makes Slash's guitar the first production Les Paul Standard model!

So, this year Gibson Custom and Slash set out to capture the magic, vibe and history of #8-3096 for a special run of replicas. It was perhaps the most advantageous and laborious guitar recreation project Custom Shop has ever undertaken given the extreme finish checking, wear and corrosion of the original, not to mention the exact replication of the neck dimensions, colors and construction. The resulting prototype was sent to Slash and his reaction made all the painstaking work worth it: "Mind-blowing. I couldn't have possibly wanted anything more." Now is your chance to own this instantly-collectible, playable work of art which pays homage to both a legendary player and legendary Gibson model -- a perfect replica of Slash's First Standard.

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