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Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Historic Collection '57 Reissue | Black Beauty
Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Historic Collection '57 Reissue | Black Beauty
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This Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom Historic Collection '57 Reissue represents what many players and collectors consider one of the most desirable periods of the Custom Shop’s modern history—often referred to as the “Good Wood Era.” Guitars from this time are widely praised for their resonance, weight balance, and overall tonal response, and this Black Beauty is a perfect example of why that reputation endures.
Finished in classic gloss black with gold hardware, this Les Paul Custom delivers the unmistakable authority the model is known for: deep, piano-like lows, rich midrange complexity, and a smooth, singing top end. The all mahogany construction paired with an ebony fingerboard gives it that fast, articulate feel and focused attack that players associate with great Customs.
What sets this instrument apart today is not just how it was built—but how it has aged. With over 20 years behind it, this guitar has settled into a naturally resonant, broken-in voice that new instruments simply can’t replicate. It sits squarely in the “neo-vintage” category: modern enough to be reliable and road-worthy, yet old enough to have developed real depth, character, and harmonic richness.
Highly coveted among players chasing tone over trends, this era of Custom Shop Les Pauls continues to gain respect as more people recognize just how special these guitars are. If you’re after a true Black Beauty with history, presence, and undeniable feel, this one delivers in spades.
Model: Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom
Year: 2004
Finish: Gloss Black (Black Beauty)
Body: Mahogany
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Ebony
Frets: 22
Scale Length: 24.75"
Pickups: Gibson Humbuckers
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
Hardware: Gold
Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Stopbar Tailpiece
Headstock: Split Diamond Inlay
Case: Original Hard Case
Notes: Excellent condition for its age, with only clear-coat swirling that does not affect playability or tone and should polish out, if desired..
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