Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Standard Murphy Lab Light Aged Electric Guitar - Southern Fade with Hardshell Case

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The Gibson Custom Shop 1959 Les Paul Standard Murphy Lab Light Aged in Southern Fade is more than a tribute to a legendary instrument—it’s a painstaking recreation built to mirror the priceless originals in remarkable detail. Crafted by the expert team at the Gibson Custom Shop, this reissue draws from laser-scanned measurements, chemically recreated plastics, and era-accurate construction techniques to deliver one of the most faithful representations of a 1959 Les Paul ever produced. From its one-piece lightweight mahogany body to its beautifully figured maple top, every element reflects Gibson’s relentless pursuit of historic accuracy.

Finished in Southern Fade, this model captures the subtle, warm burst tones that defined late-’50s sunbursts, blending rich amber and cherry hues with understated elegance. The Murphy Lab Light Aged treatment gives the guitar the look and feel of decades of careful play, with lightly aged hardware and finish checking that add authentic character without excessive wear. The result is a guitar that feels broken-in and alive from the first note.

The aging work is handled by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab, whose Ultra Light Aged process simulates the natural patina and vibe of a well-preserved Golden Era original. Paired with period-correct appointments like Royalite binding, nylon nut, ABR-1 bridge, lightweight aluminum stop bar, and Kluson single-line tuners, the instrument exudes vintage authenticity in both look and feel.

Under the hood, unpotted Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups deliver the open, airy response and dynamic touch sensitivity that define a great ’59. The Authentic ’59 Medium “C” neck profile provides a substantial yet comfortable grip, rounding out an experience that is as inspiring as it is historically faithful. Complete with a brown and pink Lifton reissue case and Certificate of Authenticity, this Les Paul stands as a meticulous, heirloom-quality recreation of one of the most revered guitars ever made.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Custom Shop
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Southern Fade

Body

• Body Material: 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany
• Body Top Material: 2-Piece Figured Maple
• Binding: 1-Ply Royalite
• Body Finish: Lightly Aged
• Body Shape: Les Paul
• Body Style: Solid Body

Neck

• Headstock Type: Les Paul
• Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
• Neck Shape: Authentic '59 Medium "C"
• Neck Finish: Lightly Aged
• Neck Depth: 0.895" at 1st Fret, 0.985" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Set Neck
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
• Position Inlays: Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 22
• Truss Rod Style: Headstock Access
• Truss Rod Nut: 5/16"
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 1.687"
• Scale Length: 24.75"

Hardware

• Bridge: ABR-1
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
• Bridge Mounting: Fixed
• Pickguard: Cream
• Pickup Covers: Aged Nickel
• Control Knobs: Gold Butyrate Top Hats
• Switch Tip: Amber
• Hardware Finish: Aged Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Kluson Single Line, Single Ring
• String Trees: None
• Tremolo Arm: None
• Neck Plate: None
• Strap Buttons: Two Nickel
• Output Jack: 1/4" Side Input, Cream Jack Plate

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
• Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
• Controls: 2 Volume and 2 Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Switch
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity and Black Back Plate
• Case/Gig Bag: Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch
• Serial Number: 952035
• Manufacture Date: 2025