As seen on TV...

Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail. Legend has it that the famous "TV Yellow" color of the Les Paul Special was named for its vivid appearance on black & white televisions in the 1950s. That's debatable. What's not up for debate is the indelible imprint this model had on music history since its inception. The classy looks and thick, meaty tones of the Les Paul Special have been preferred by players of all genres. And this 1957 Les Paul Special Reissue from Custom Shop revives every single feature in spectacular detail for the ultimate vintage ownership experience -- from the solid mahogany construction to the roaring P90s.

SPECIFICATIONS

BODY

Body Styles : Les Paul
Body Shape : Les Paul
Body Material : Solid Mahogany
Binding : Fingerboard 1-Ply Cream
Body Finish : Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
Weight Relief : None

NECK

Profile : 50s Rounded Medium C
Scale Length : 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material : Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius : 304.8 mm / 12 in
Fret Count : 22
Nut Material : Nylon
Nut Width : 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
End Of Board Width : 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
Inlays : Pearloid Dot

HARDWARE

Finish : Nickel
Bridge : Wraparound
Tailpiece : Wraparound
Pickguard : Black Multi-Ply
Truss Rod : Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover : Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
Control Knobs : Black Top Hats
Switch Tip : Amber
Switch washer : Black
Jack Plate Cover : Black Multi-Ply
Strap Buttons : Aluminum
Pickup Covers : Black Soapbar

ELECTRONICS

Neck Pickup : Custom Soapbar P90
Bridge Pickup : Custom Soapbar P90
Controls : CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
Pickup Selector : 3-Way Switchcraft
Output Jack : Switchcraft

MISCELLANEOUS

Strings Gauge : .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case : Custom Shop Hardshell
Accessories : Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags