This guitar has the same effect as driving a Lamborghini to a Prius convention.
Nobody knows exactly how to process it… Some stare… Some smile… Some become strangely emotional.
One guy quietly opens Reverb and starts selling organs.
That's the Gibson RD effect.
It doesn't politely ask for attention. It marches into the room wearing a tuxedo, carrying a flamethrower, and somehow still manages to look classy doing it.
Now take that already outrageous silhouette and hand it to the Gibson Custom Shop. Dress it in an incredibly rare Heavy Antique White VOS finish. Wrap the ebony fingerboard and headstock in elegant multi-ply binding. Add a split-diamond headstock worthy of a Les Paul Custom, gold hardware, and enough black-and-gold contrast to make James Bond nod in approval.
The result isn't just another Gibson.
It's the guitar Gibson builds when someone in the Custom Shop says, "Let's make something completely ridiculous... but make it ridiculously beautiful too."
This Dealer Select RD Custom is one of those instruments that people don't simply admire—they remember it. Months from now you'll forget the tenth burst Les Paul you saw... but you'll still remember the tuxedo-white RD that looked like it was designed by a luxury car company with an unlimited budget.
And yes... it sounds every bit as mean as it looks.
Specs
- Model: Gibson RD Custom Dealer Select Custom Shop
- Finish: Heavy Antique White VOS
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany, Set Neck
- Neck Profile: Medium C, .879" 1st Fret, .983" 12th Fret
- Fingerboard: Ebony With Binding
- Top Binding: Multi-Ply
- Headstock Binding: Multi-Ply
- Headstock Inlay: Mother-Of-Pearl Split Diamond
- Inlays: Mother-Of-Pearl Block
- Pickups: Gibson 490R (Neck) & Gibson 498T (Bridge)
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic Adjustable Bridge w Stop Tail
- Tuners: Grover Kidney
- Hardware: Gold
- Pickguard: 4-Ply Black
- Knobs: Black Speed Knobs
- Other: Gibson Custom Shop Stamp
- Weight: 8.7 LBS
- Serial #: CS50xxxx
Condition
She was born on December 23rd, 2025 and has never been owned by an end-user.
This RD remains 100% unplayed and in absolutely mint condition. There are no excuses, no stories, no mysterious "closet wear," and no belt-buckle archaeology projects hiding on the back. It is exactly what you'd expect from a brand-new Gibson Custom Shop Dealer Select.
The gorgeous Heavy Antique White VOS finish gives it that subtle vintage elegance Gibson's VOS line is famous for. The hardware has the tasteful aged appearance of a well-preserved classic, while the guitar itself has never been gigged, never been sweated on, and never spent a lonely Saturday night in someone's smoke-filled garage playing "Mustang Sally."
Includes
- Original Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
- Gibson Custom Shop Certificate
- Original Inspection Checklist
- Gibson Case Candy
- Everything Shown In The Photos
Why Buy From G-Brat's?
We've been earning the trust of players and collectors for over 22 years, and every guitar we sell receives a meticulous inspection, and is photographed exactly as it sits—no filters, no surprises, and certainly no stock photos borrowed from someone else's listing.
Our feedback speaks for itself because we'd rather have lifelong customers than one-time sales.
Final Thoughts
The RD has always occupied a strange and wonderful corner of Gibson history. It wasn't designed to follow trends—it was designed to ignore them completely.
That's exactly why collectors love them.
Finding a Gibson Custom Shop RD is uncommon.
Finding a Dealer Select RD Custom is even tougher.
Finding one finished in this spectacular Heavy Antique White VOS with Les Paul Custom appointments, gold hardware, ebony board, split-diamond headstock, and in untouched collector condition...
...well, that's the kind of guitar that doesn't spend much time looking for a new home.
If you've been waiting for a Gibson that absolutely refuses to blend into the crowd, congratulations...
Your search just ended.
Whoever brings this baby home will be completely STOKED!!
LET’S GOOOO!! 🎸🔥
WHILE YOU ARE HERE, GO AHEAD AND LOOK AT MY OTHER LISTINGS!!
Me- I have a 100% positive feedback rating, and intend to keep it that way! So please don't worry! You're in good hands here!!
Shipping- We take pride in packing our guitars well, and shipping them quickly. Here are the shipping rates, covering the planet earth:
USA - $119 with UPS
Canada, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico - $169
Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, China, Brazil - $450 UPS
All Other Worldwide Shipping - $299
Factory Warranty-
We are an authorized dealer for: Knaggs, Ken Smith, F Bass, Trussart, Warwick, Breedlove and Warrior, so for these instruments, if listed as NEW, there is a full factory warranty. For all other brands, or if listed as USED, there is no warranty available.
Return Policy-
We do accept returns up to 14 days from the point of the initial sale, which means that the guitar must be back in our possession within this 14 day period. However, please be aware of the following conditions: If for any reason you wish to return the guitar, just call or email me directly, within 24 hours of your receiving the item, and let me know that you want to return it. Once we receive the guitar back, in the same condition, you will receive a refund, less a $50 restock fee. Also be aware that the initial shipping fee is not refundable under any circumstances.
International Buyers- We, at G-Brat's Guitars, are HONORED to do business with anybody on the planet earth... So international buyers are VERY welcome here!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR LOOKING!!!
Reverb Buyer Protection
Reverb has your back if your item is lost, damaged, or doesn't match its description. Simply report any issues within 7 days and we'll help you get a full refund.Learn more about Reverb Buyer Protection.
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