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Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Electric Guitar - Gold Top with Hardshell Case
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There are instruments that define an era, and few guitars have shaped modern music more profoundly than the Gibson Les Paul Standard. Introduced in the early 1950s through the collaboration of Gibson and legendary guitarist Les Paul, the model quickly became the benchmark for sustain, tone, and craftsmanship. The Les Paul Standard 50s Gold Top pays tribute to that golden age, faithfully recreating the feel, sound, and aesthetics that made the original instruments some of the most coveted guitars ever built. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this guitar delivers an authentic vintage-inspired experience while benefiting from Gibson’s modern manufacturing precision.
The iconic Gold Top finish immediately evokes the earliest years of the Les Paul legacy, while the non-weight-relieved mahogany body and carved maple cap provide the tonal foundation that players have celebrated for decades. This combination produces rich sustain, warm midrange response, and exceptional harmonic complexity. The substantial 50s Vintage neck profile offers a comfortable handful of wood that feels substantial and reassuring, making it ideal for players who appreciate traditional Gibson neck dimensions. Paired with a rosewood fingerboard and classic trapezoid inlays, every detail reflects the timeless design language of Gibson’s most revered era.
At the heart of the instrument, Burstbucker 1 and Burstbucker 2 humbuckers capture the open, dynamic voice of early PAF pickups. Loaded with Alnico 2 magnets and hand-wired with audio taper potentiometers and Orange Drop capacitors, these pickups deliver remarkable clarity and responsiveness. Clean tones are warm, articulate, and harmonically rich, while overdriven sounds offer the thick singing sustain and punch that helped define blues, classic rock, country, jazz, and countless other genres. Whether you’re chasing vintage-inspired tones in the studio or commanding a stage through a roaring tube amplifier, the Les Paul Standard 50s responds with unmistakable authority and musicality.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Series: Les Paul Standard 50s
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Color: Gold
Body
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Top Material: Maple
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Body Shape: Les Paul
- Body Style: Solidbody
Neck
- Headstock Type: Gibson Open Book
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: 50s Vintage
- Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Neck Depth: 0.880” at 1st Fret, 0.997” at 12th Fret
- Neck Construction: Set-Neck
- Fingerboard Radius: 12.0"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Position Inlays: Acrylic Trapezoid
- Side Dots: Black
- Number of Frets: 22
- Truss Rod Style: Adjustable
- Truss Rod Nut: Headstock Access
- Nut Material: Graph Tech
- Nut Width: 1.69"
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Scale Length: 24.75"
Hardware
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Aluminum Stop Bar Tailpiece
- Bridge Mounting: 2-Stud Mounted
- Pickguard: Cream
- Pickup Covers: Nickel
- Control Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Dial Pointers
- Switch Tip: Amber
- Hardware Finish: Nickel
- Tuning Machines: Vintage Gibson Deluxe with Keystone Buttons
- String Trees: None
- Strings: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
- Tremolo Arm: None
- Neck Plate: None
- Strap Buttons: Standard
- Output Jack: Side-Mounted 1/4"
Electronics
- Pickup Configuration: HH
- Neck Pickup: Burstbucker 1
- Bridge Pickup: Burstbucker 2
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone; Hand-Wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle
- Auxiliary Switching: None
Miscellaneous
- Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit
- Case/Gig Bag: Gibson Hardshell Case
- Serial Number: 217260339
- Manufacture Date: 2026
217260339
Gibson Les Paul Standard '50s Electric Guitar - Gold Top with Hardshell Case
$2,799.00
Customer reviews
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What players say after the guitar arrives
“This is a beautiful guitar…appreciate the free setup and quick ship! Would purchase from this seller again…THANKS!”
“Thank you too for a wonderful experience and an amazing guitar. I appreciate the quick shipment and great customer service.”
“Very fast shipping, arrived in perfect condition, extremely well set up, no adjustments needed at all! Plays and looks great, exactly as advertised.”
“Fast shipping, and great communication from the seller. Pedal arrived quickly and was packaged really well. Would not hesitate to buy again.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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