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The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard stunningly recreates the vintage Gibson classic. With authentic aesthetics and feel, it's made for guitarists who want the historic Les Paul experience. This Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard features a mahogany body with an AAA figured maple top, comfortable 1959 rounded profile neck and an aged gloss finish for vintage appeal. It comes equipped with Gibson Custombucker humbucking pickups, vintage-accurate hardware, ‘50s-era electronics and vintage-style accessories for historically accurate detail.

Epiphone 1959 Les Paul Standard

Authentic Design and Premium Construction

Just like the original 1959 Les Paul Standard, the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom version has a solid mahogany body topped with an elegantly carved AAA figured maple cap. The hand-rolled rounded C-shaped mahogany neck and long tenon neck joint provide a comfortable, familiar feel. The aged gloss finish lends vintage character, wearing and relic'ing over time. Premium materials like these produce full, singing sustain.

Epiphone 1959 Les Paul Standard Body Detail

An Aged Finish for Vintage Aesthetic

The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard comes in several Aged Burst finishes. The aged treatment replicates years of playing wear, with checking and crazing in the gloss for a road-worn look. This not only provides vintage vibe, but gives each these 1959 Les Paul Standard a unique appearance. The aged finish wears naturally over time, developing an even more storied, personal relic.

Epiphone 1959 Les Paul Standard PIckup Detail

Gibson USA Custombucker Pickups

This 1959 Les Paul Standard has Custombucker humbuckers, made by Gibson USA to vintage specifications. Custombuckers deliver that magical, singing Les Paul tone. With Alnico II and V magnets, and enamel coated wire, they provide rich, articulate humbucking pickups. From warm neck tones to biting bridge growl, Custombuckers nail iconic P.A.F. sound.

Epiphone 1959 Les Paul Standard Controls

Vintage Style and Premium Appointments

Vintage-accurate components like CTS pots, Mallory capacitors and '50s-era wiring preserve historic tone and feel. The Switchcraft selector switch, output jack and Epiphone Deluxe vintage-style tuners are premium appointments. It also includes period-correct cream body and neck binding, trapezoid inlays and a non-beveled pickguard. Little touches like the toggle switch plate medallion and brown hardshell case make this a special instrument.

For guitarists who want the style, sound and feel of a vintage Sunburst Les Paul, the limited-edition Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard is a meticulously crafted recreation. Its authentic design, gorgeous AAA maple top and Gibson USA Burstbuckers let you channel guitar greats from the past. This is a superbly made, special-edition Epiphone that honors Les Paul Standard legacy.

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  • Mahogany body with AAA flame maple veneer top
  • Rounded medium C mahogany neck profile
  • Gibson Custombucker humbucking pickups with '50s-era wiring and Mallory capacitors
  • CTS pots, Switchcraft selector switch and 1/4" output jack
  • VOS finish with non-beveled pickguard, vintage-style tuners and hardshell case

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Body
  • Shape: Les Paul
  • Body wood: Solid mahogany
  • Top wood: AAA Flame maple
  • Top Finish: Gloss
  • Binding: Single ply
Neck
  • Wood: 1-piece mahogany
  • Profile: '59 Rounded Medium C
  • Nut Width: 1.69" (43 mm)
Fingerboard
  • Wood: Laurel
  • Scale Length: 24.75"
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Inlay: Mother-of-pearl trapezoid
Hardware
  • Bridge: ABR-1
  • Tailpiece: Gibson Historic Reissue Stopbar
  • Tuners: Epiphone Deluxe with keystone buttons
  • Plating: Nickel
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Gibson Custombucker
  • Bridge: Gibson Custombucker
  • Controls: Individual volume, individual tone
  • Special features: Handwired with CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors and '50s wiring
Other
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Strings: 6
  • Case: Hardshell

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Reviewed by 2 customers

  • Outstanding Les Paul

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    byPhares

    fromChapel Hill, NC

    I don't care if it says Epiphone on the headstock, this is a tremendous guitar. I have been playing for over 40 years and this is as good as it gets.

  • Worth Every Penny

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byZippo

    fromKent, Ohio

    I've owned this guitar a few weeks now and can't really describe how good it is. I own several Gibsons, my favorite being my 2019 Les Paul Traditional. This new Epiphone stands head & shoulders over that Gibson in many ways. Most of which are the tones. These Custombuckers are probably the best set of pickups I've ever played thru in my 30+ years as a guitarist. Very musical, very open sounding. Both clean and with dirt, they sound amazing. Visually, this guitar is beautiful. A nice, tight AAA grain that looks fantastic. I spent a little time polishing the top and sides and now it really pops. The neck shape isn't nearly as chunky as I'd expected, and it feels more like a Gibson neck than any Epi I've ever played. Feels natural in the hand. I owned the previous version of the Epiphone '59 Les Paul and I wasn't all that impressed. This is an entirely different guitar. And it's a big improvement. Even the hard shell case is better. This sounds great thru my Katana practice amp and thru my big Marshall. Just an overall great, pro-grade Les Paul for less than half the price of a new Gibson. The Mother of Pearl inlays and the Open Book Headstock are really nice touches too. Very impressive and worth every penny.

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  • submitted9 months ago

    asked byJp

    fromNJ

    What is the weight of this les paul

    What is the weight of this les paul

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    All guitars vary depending on the density of the wood. Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Guitars are generally between 6 and 12 lbs. They can be more. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. I'm sorry but I don't have one to weigh. This will be approximately 8 - 8.5 lbs

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byGio

    fromundisclosed

    Date of release for Iced tea burst?

    Date of release for Iced tea burst?

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    The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard has an ETA of the end of the month.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byTim

    fromLA

    Country of origin?

    Country of origin?

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    The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Electric Guitar Iced Tea Burst is made in China.