Gibson Custom 1954 Les Paul Custom Reissue Electric Guitar - Heavy Aged, Ebony

Custom Reissue is a striking tribute to that legendary lineage, pairing period-correct details with an unexpected modern twist. As part of Gibson Custom's Limited-Edition Collection, it's a masterful showcase of the Custom Shop's immaculate craftsmanship. It starts with a solid mahogany body that delivers a warm, mid-focused response, dressed in the Murphy Lab's Heavy Aged nitro finish for the authentic feel of a Golden Era original. A 1950s Chunky D mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard provide a substantial yet fluid feel, anchored by a gold ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge for classic Gibson authority. Under the hood, the electronics offer a striking surprise: A Custom Staple neck pickup is paired with a Custombucker Alnico 3 at the bridge for an inspired blend of sparkling single-coil clarity and creamy humbucker warmth. The result is a Les Paul Custom that honors its historic origins while delivering a broader, more expressive tonal range. Solid Mahogany Body With Heavy Aged Nitro Finish for Warmth and Vintage Character True to the earliest Les Paul Customs, this '54 reissue features a solid mahogany body with no maple cap, producing a warmer, more mid-focused voice with a rounded top end and strong sustain. The Murphy Lab Heavy Aged nitrocellulose lacquer finish gives the instrument the tactile feel and visual depth of a decades-old original, with checking, wear and softened edges that make it feel immediately broken-in. Multi-ply binding on the top and back reinforces the Custom's formal aesthetic while framing the Ebony finish with crisp contrast. The result is a tonal foundation that feels dense, resonant and unmistakably vintage. Chunky'50s Mahogany Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for Stability and Control The mahogany neck is carved to a 1950s Chunky D profile, offering a full, substantial grip that supports both chord work and lead playing with equal confidence. A long neck tenon enhances the connection between neck and body, contributing to improved sustain and overall resonance. The ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, fast-playing surface with clear articulation, while a 12" radius and medium jumbo frets allow for comfortable bends and precise fretting. A nylon nut adds a subtle softness to the attack, rounding out the instrument's vintage-inspired feel. Custom Staple and Custombucker Pickups for an Expanded Vintage Voice This Custom Shop reissue's defining twist lies in its pickup configuration. A Custom Staple single-coil pickup in the neck position delivers exceptional clarity with a wide frequency response, capturing subtle dynamics and harmonic detail with ease. At the bridge, an uncovered Custombucker Alnico 3 humbucker with zebra bobbins replaces the traditional P-90, introducing added warmth, output and a more driven character while retaining articulation. Together, this pairing expands the tonal range beyond a strictly vintage-correct setup, offering both pristine cleans and expressive overdrive with a natural, responsive feel. Vintage-Correct Hardware and Appointments for Classic Les Paul Custom Identity Gold hardware and period-correct components complete the instrument's visual and functional identity. An ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece provide stable intonation and strong sustain, while Kluson Waffleback tuners ensure reliable tuning with a vintage aesthetic. Black top hat knobs and multi-ply binding reinforce the formal look associated with early Les Paul Customs, and block inlays across the ebony fingerboard add a bold visual anchor. Every detail reflects a careful balance between historical accuracy and refined presentation. An Inspired Homage to the Original Les Paul Custom As part of Gibson Custom's Limited-Edition Collection, this 1954 Les Paul Custom Reissue represents a focused approach to design-drawing from Gibson's Made to Measure program for an elevated experience that showcases boutique-level artistry alongside time-honored craftsmanship. Limited to just 100 instruments worldwide, it pairs early Les Paul Custom construction with a unique pickup configuration and Murphy Lab aging, offering a version of the platform that feels both rooted in history and thoughtfully reinterpreted. It's a release that highlights what the Custom Shop does best: taking familiar forms and shaping them into something distinctly its own.

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Series: 2026 Limited-Edition Collection Model: 1954 Les Paul Custom Reissue Body Body construction: Solidbody Body shape: LP-style Cutaway: Single cut Body material: Mahogany Top material: Mahogany Body binding: Multi-ply top and back Body finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer Murphy aging: Heavy Neck Neck material: Mahogany Neck profile: 1950s Chunky D Neck joint: Long neck tenon Scale length: 24.75" Fingerboard Fingerboard material: Ebony Fingerboard radius: 12" Number of frets: 22 Inlays: Block Binding: Single-ply Nut material: Nylon Hardware Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Tailpiece: Stopbar