The Carter Vintage Historic Series Part II – ’59 Light Aged Burst
There’s certainly no shortage of Gibson Custom Shop reissues inspired by the legendary guitars of the 1950s.
So, what makes the Carter Vintage Historic Series different?
We’ve had the privilege of personally authenticating and selling more than 30 original Bursts, hundreds of Goldtops, and countless other exceptional Gibsons from the storied “Golden Era”. That experience has taught us that what makes a vintage guitar truly special goes well beyond its specifications. It’s the way it resonates, the response of the pickups, the feel of the neck, and the subtle characteristics that make certain instruments stand out from the rest.
We wanted to take that knowledge and put it to good use.
1959 Les Paul Standard “Burst”
Few guitars have achieved the legendary status of the original 1959 Les Paul Standard in Cherry Sunburst. Having handled more than our fair share of exceptional Bursts over the years, we’ve developed a strong appreciation for the subtle differences that separate a good example from a truly great one.
Our Historic Series ’59 Burst incorporates many of our favorite characteristics, beginning with hand-selected figured maple tops and lightweight, resonant mahogany bodies. Our proprietary neck profile features gently reduced shoulders for a comfortable, familiar feel, while the custom-wound CVG Spec humbuckers were rigorously prototyped and voiced to capture the warmth, clarity, and dynamic response of original PAFs.
The lightly aged Murphy Lab finish features authentic checking, subtly worn hardware, and a beautifully faded Factory Burst color. Rolled fretboard edges and a smooth, broken-in neck complete the experience, giving these guitars the comfortable feel of an original that’s been played and enjoyed for decades.
The result is our interpretation of what makes an exceptional ’59 Burst so desirable, with the tone, feel, and attention to detail that discerning players and collectors will appreciate. For anyone who’s dreamed of owning a great original Burst, this is an opportunity to experience many of those qualities in an instrument built to be played and enjoyed.
See It In Action
Click the photo below to see the overview and watch the full demo on our YouTube channel!
The Reviews Are In
Last year, we released the CVG Historic Series 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard in a true gloss factory finish. Thank you to our amazing clients who took the time to send us their thoughts:
“I’ve purchased two Carter Vintage Guitars Historic Series Les Pauls, and I absolutely love them. In my opinion, they are the finest Les Paul R9 style guitars I’ve played. The tone is exceptional and it has similar character you would hope to find in a great vintage instrument. The neck profile and feel are perfect, remarkably close to the real 1959 Bursts I’ve experienced. And visually, they are absolutely stunning. As someone who loves and appreciates vintage guitars, I can honestly say these guitars capture the magic of the originals while being incredible instruments in their own right. They’ve become my favorite modern guitars, hands down.”
–CC, on the 1st Edition Historic Series 1959 CVG Spec Burst
“I bought one of the CVG historic series Les Pauls, and it’s just magical! So much better than the Custom Shop and Murphy Lab guitars I have owned. The team at Carter Vintage has inspected, played, and sold a bunch of real 59 bursts, and it shows. The top is gorgeous, the guitar is a very light 8.2 pounds, and those pickups! This thing sounds and plays exactly as you hope it would. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase!”
-Bryan S, on the 1st Edition Historic Series 1959 CVG Spec Burst
Don’t Miss Out
We release limited-edition reissue launches every year. If you’re interested in learning what’s up next or getting added to the waiting lists, don’t hesitate to reach out to our sales team and request to be added to the list! Call us today – 615 915 1851
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