Gibson Les Paul Model 1956, Goldtop

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Specs


Instrument	Solid Body
Brand	Gibson
Model	Les Paul Standard
Finish	Goldtop
SKU	GS397-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1956
Body Material	Mahogany
Finish Material	Lacquer
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Brazilian
Radius	12"
Weight	8.8lbs
Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.7"
Neck Profile	Med C
Neck Thickness	.899"-.968"
Electronics	Original
Pickup Impedance	N-7.72k B-7.47k
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Yes
Case	OHSC
Modifications/Repairs	1 jack plate screw replaced, 2 switch plate screws replaced, Refret, binding repair near 11th fret
Playability Notes	plays great, no buzzing or fretting out within reason

Description

With the rare "Darkback" finish and a factory Bigsby, this '56 Les Paul Model is something special! Not only is this Goldtop rare but it's also an exceptional sounding guitar with great playability! Even with the Bigbsy, the guitar weighs in at only 8.8lbs. The patina on this guitar reflects years of both play and care. This guitar is in very good condition with very minor repairs. Repairs including: one jack plate screw replaced, two switch plate screws replaced, a refret and binding repair near 11th fret. Truly a great representation of a P90 adorned Goldtop from the mid 50's.

This instrument comes with its original hard case.

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