This USED Gibson 1956 Les Paul GoldTop Reissue (2001) is a stunning example of Gibson’s Vintage Original Spec (VOS) craftsmanship. Built to recreate the look, feel, and tone of the original '56 GoldTop, this Custom, Art & Historic (CAH) model features a classic mahogany body and 2-piece maple top, finished in aged nitrocellulose lacquer for vintage vibe and tonal resonance.

Loaded with a pair of custom P-90 soapbar pickups, this guitar delivers the unmistakable grit, snap, and harmonic bloom that defined rock and blues tones in the 1950s. The chunky C-shaped neck offers the full, round feel of the golden era of Gibson electrics, while the hide-glue construction and ABR-1 bridge ensure tone transfer and sustain remain pure.

In excellent condition with minimal signs of wear, this reissue comes complete with its original black Custom Art & Historic hardshell case, certificate of authenticity, and all original tags making it both a player’s dream and a collector’s prize.

Build & Tonewoods

• Body Wood: Solid Mahogany
  
  
• Top Wood: 2-Piece Plain Maple (Hide Glue Fit)
  
  
• Binding: Single-ply Royalite
  
  
• Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina) - aged look with historic lacquer tone

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Wood: Solid Mahogany
  
  
• Neck Profile: 1950s Chunky C
  
  
• Scale Length: 24.75" (62.865 cm)
  
  
• Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood (Hide Glue Fit)
  
  
• Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
  
  
• Frets: 22
  
  
• Nut Width: 1.687" (42.85 mm)
  
  
• Inlays: Pearloid Trapezoids

Electronics & Hardware

• Pickups:
  
  
• Neck: Custom Soapbar P-90
  
  
• Bridge: Custom Soapbar P-90
  
  
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Switch
  
  
• Bridge: No-Wire ABR-1
  
  
• Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stopbar
  
  
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
  
  
• Truss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
  
  
• Switch Tip: Amber Catalin

Condition & Accessories

• Condition: Excellent - light aging per VOS spec, no major dents or repairs
  
  
• Included: Original Gibson Custom Art & Historic Case, COA, and tags

Ideal For:

• Players craving the snarl and clarity of P-90s in a classic Les Paul format
  
  
• Collectors seeking an early 2000s Gibson Historic Reissue in complete condition
  
  
• Vintage tone lovers who appreciate hand-built, hide-glue set neck guitars

With its iconic looks, historical tone, and masterful VOS detailing, the 2001 Gibson Les Paul 1956 GoldTop Reissue is a golden-era instrument reborn ready for both the stage and the studio.

This ’56 GoldTop Reissue brings vintage tone and P-90 grit in a timeless VOS finish.
All of our in the collection echo that same spirit of classic sound and feel.