Description

2012 Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul 1958 Reissue VOS – Cherry Sunburst

A great example of the highly respected Gibson Custom Shop 1958 Les Paul Reissue VOS from 2012 — one of the most authentic and characterful Historic Collection models produced by Gibson Custom Shop.

The Les Paul R8 has long been considered one of the best choices for players looking for a true vintage-inspired Les Paul experience. Compared to the often flashier R9 models, the R8 typically offers a more understated and old-school aesthetic, a substantial late-’50s neck profile and an exceptionally organic tonal character strongly associated with the best original Bursts.

This particular guitar comes in a beautiful Cherry Sunburst finish, featuring a classic golden amber center fading into a rich deep cherry red edge. The plain maple top gives the instrument a true vintage “working guitar” vibe reminiscent of real late-’50s Bursts rather than overly figured modern recreations.

Gibson Custom Shop & VOS Series

The Gibson Custom Shop Historic Reissue line was created to faithfully recreate the feel, tone and visual character of the most legendary guitars ever produced.

The VOS (Vintage Original Spec) treatment adds lightly aged hardware and a subtle vintage patina to the nitrocellulose lacquer finish, giving the guitar the look and feel of a carefully preserved vintage instrument.

The result is a guitar that feels broken-in, resonant and inspiring straight out of the case.

About the Les Paul R8

The 1958 Les Paul Reissue is famous for its:

• chunky and comfortable late-’50s neck profile
• lightweight resonant mahogany construction
• woody and dynamic midrange
• rich harmonic content
• excellent sustain
• exceptional response to picking dynamics and volume control adjustments

This guitar delivers everything players expect from a great Historic Les Paul:

• fat and open vintage tone
• smooth attack
• complex harmonics
• strong acoustic resonance
• inspiring feel and response

An instrument equally suitable for collectors, studio work and serious stage use.

Specifications

• Model: Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul 1958 Reissue VOS
• Year: 2012
• Finish: Cherry Sunburst
• Finish Type: Nitrocellulose Lacquer VOS
• Body: Mahogany
• Top: Maple
• Neck: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: 1958 Rounded Neck Profile
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Bridge: ABR-1
• Tuners: Kluson Deluxe
• Made in USA

Condition

The guitar is in very good overall technical and visual condition with normal signs of careful use consistent with its age.

Frets remain in very good condition and the instrument plays beautifully.

Included

• Original Gibson Custom Shop case
• Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
• Original case candies and documentation

Why Guitar2Amp?

Guitar2Amp specializes in carefully selected boutique, vintage and high-end instruments for musicians, collectors and tone enthusiasts. Every instrument is professionally inspected and prepared before sale.

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