Nicknamed the ‘Holy Grail’ by legions of guitarists, enthusiasts, historians, and collectors alike, the original Gibson 1959 Les Paul Standard is considered by many to be one of the best representations of electric guitar craftsmanship and artistry ever created!
Released in partnership with the Gibson Custom Shop, this limited-edition Epiphone 1959 Les Paul Standard reissue is a stunning recreation of the rare vintage classic. With this guitar in hand, you enjoy all of the spirit and important detail considerations without the mammoth vintage price tag!
The Epiphone 1959 Les Paul Standard features a mahogany body with a AAA figured maple top, comfortable ‘59 handrolled neck prole with long neck tenon, and an aged period-accurate gloss finish.
Tonally, the Gibson USA BurstBucker 2 & 3 humbuckers help you take command – you’ll be treated to vintage-inspired humbucking tones that tease the legendary era of Gibson PAF humbuckers. This Epiphone Les Paul Standard is rounded out with a Switchcraft selector switch and output jack, CTS pots, 50s era wiring, Mallory capacitors, non-beveled pickguard, new Epiphone Deluxe vintage tuners, and includes a vintage-style brown hard case.
You’ll also receive an Epiphone Limited Edition metal medallion toggle switch plate. The 1959 Limited Edition Epiphone Les Paul Standard is available in Aged Dark Burst and Aged Dark Cherry Burst.