Gibson Ultra Light Aging Pre-Production Prototype 1957 Les Paul 2022, Goldtop

$8,500.00

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Specs


Instrument	Solid Body
Brand	Gibson
Model	Ultra Light Aging Pre-Production Prototype 1957 Les Paul
Finish	Goldtop
SKU	GS8705-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	2022
Body Material	Maple/Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Rosewood
Tuners	Orignal
Weight	8.8 lbs
Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.68"
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	0.90" - 1.01"
Radius	12"
Electronics	Original
Pickup Impedance	7.3k - 7.8k
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	N
Case	OHSC
Modifications/Repairs	N/A
1 9/16”	1.563”
1 5/8”	1.625”
1 11/16”	1.688”
1 3/4”	1.750”
1 7/8”	1.875”

Description

Here’s your opportunity to own a piece of Gibson Custom Shop history! This guitar is from Tom Murphy’s pre-production prototype run, which eventually became known as the Murphy Lab.

From Gibson: "The iconic '57 Goldtop has been the tool of choice for countless guitar heroes. Its elegant gold finish, classic solid mahogany/maple construction, and versatile humbucking pickups represent everything one could possibly need in a Les Paul™ model. This authentic recreation exemplifies Gibson Custom Shop's tireless quest for accuracy to the original year of production, from the woods to the construction to the parts and precise contours throughout. Each Custom Shop Reissue is every bit the instrument and statement piece as the priceless vintage examples, providing an ownership experience that is endlessly fun. It features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era."

Comes with its original hardshell case, case candy, and certificate of authenticity.

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