As Seen on TV...
Legend has it that the famous "TV Yellow" color of the Les Paul Special was named for its vivid appearance on black & white televisions in the 1950s. That's debatable. What's not up for debate is the indelible imprint this model had on music history since its inception. The classy looks and thick, meaty tones of the Les Paul Special have been preferred by players of all genres. And this 1957 Les Paul Special Reissue from Custom Shop revives every single feature in spectacular detail for the ultimate vintage ownership experience -- from the solid mahogany construction to the roaring P90s.
Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.
Specs
Type | Solid Body |
Colour | TV Yellow |
Orientation | Right Handed |
Number of Strings | 6 |
Body Shape | Les Paul |
Body Material | Solid Mahogany |
Body Finish | Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina) |
Neck Material | Solid Mahogany |
Neck Shape | 50s Rounded Medium C |
Fretboard Material | Indian Rosewood |
Number of Frets | 22 |
Fretboard Inlays | Pearloid Dots |
Fretboard Radius | 12" (304.8mm) |
Nut Material | Nylon |
Nut Width | 1.687" (42.85mm) |
Neck Pickups | Custom Soapbar P90 |
Bridge Pickups | Custom Soapbar P90 |
Controls | 2 X Master Volume, 2 X Tone;CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors; 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch |
Pickguard | Black Multi-Ply |
Bridge | Wraparound |
Tuners | Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered |
Strings | .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 |
Case/ Bag | Custom Shop Hardshell |
Included Accessories | Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags |
