A meticulously crafted recreation of rock and roll's most iconic electric guitar.
The Gibson Custom Historic Select 58 Les Paul Reissue Lightly Aged electric guitar embodies the spirit of 1950s rock and roll. This reissue Les Paul has been carefully aged to capture the look and feel of a well-loved vintage instrument. Its mahogany body and maple top provide the depth, richness and clarity that defined the Les Paul sound. The guitar's rounded '50s neck profile feels comfortable and familiar in your hands.
Chambered Mahogany Body for Resonant Sustain
The Historic Select 58 Les Paul Reissue has a chambered mahogany body that produces resonant sustain and woody midrange. Mahogany's dense grain helps each note ring out with depth and clarity. strategic chambers reduce weight while allowing the body to vibrate freely.
Rounded '50s Neck Profile for Comfortable Playability
This reissue Les Paul features a rounded neck profile that is modeled after sought-after 1950s Gibsons. Its fuller shape feels substantial yet ergonomic, providing a sense of connection between the guitar and your hands. The neck's medium fret size and rosewood fingerboard facilitate intricate solos as well as complex open chords.
Custom-Voiced Humbucking Pickups for Classic Rock Tones
The Historic Select 58 Les Paul Reissue is equipped with custom-voiced humbucking pickups that provide the warm, punchy tone that defined the rock-and-roll era. The neck pickup delivers a smooth, rounded tone that is perfect for rhythm playing and bluesy leads. The bridge pickup has an aggressive, articulate voice that cuts through a mix for searing classic rock solos.
Authentic Aged Hardware and Finish for Vintage Vibe
The Historic Select 58 Les Paul Reissue has been lightly aged to recreate the appearance of a guitar that has been lovingly played for decades. Its sunburst finish has mellowed to a warm amber hue and the gold hardware has dulled to an aged patina. These aesthetic details, along with era-correct parts like Kluson Deluxe tuners, give this Les Paul a sense of history and help inspire a period-accurate playing style.