Description
The Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue in Ocean Magenta is everything you love about a classic "Burst" with a bold, fresh twist. Dressed in a stunning Ocean Magenta stain over a carved AAA flame maple top, this Les Paul pushes vintage tradition into new visual territory while staying true to its iconic roots. It's a striking instrument built not only to turn heads but to deliver the kind of tone, feel, and authenticity that defines Gibson's golden era.
Underneath the bold finish lies the tried-and-true tonewood formula that made the '59 Les Paul legendary: a solid mahogany body and a highly figured maple top. The result is a rich, harmonically complex voice with singing sustain and just the right amount of bite. Aged to perfection by the Murphy Lab's Light Aging process, this guitar carries the subtle lacquer checking, gently dulled hardware, and softly worn edges of a well-preserved vintage instrument. It feels broken-in from the moment you pick it up, like an old soul in a new body.
The neck is where this Les Paul truly sets itself apart. Carved into the celebrated "Carmelita" profile, it's based on a real 1959 original known for its slightly thinner taper and ultra-comfortable hand feel. It offers a speedier, more refined playing experience than the chunkier profiles of the era while retaining every ounce of vintage character. The rosewood fretboard features trapezoid inlays made from aged cellulose, rolled binding for extra comfort, and Jescar reissue frets that strike the perfect balance between modern playability and vintage touch.
Plug in, and you're instantly greeted by the warm, articulate growl of a matched set of Custombucker humbuckers. Designed to emulate the magic of Gibson's original PAFs, these pickups deliver a stunning range of tones, from woody cleans and throaty midrange to dynamic crunch and blooming overdrive. Whether you're chasing classic rock tones, smoky blues, or modern edge with a vintage foundation, these pickups handle it all with grace.
Vintage-accurate hardware rounds out the build, including a '59-style ABR-1 bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and Kluson Deluxe tuners, all lightly aged to match the aesthetic. Every detail on this Les Paul has been chosen for both function and authenticity; it's as much a performance instrument as it is a tribute to one of the most iconic guitars in history.
At Cream City Music, we've seen a lot of Les Pauls-but this one stands out. The combination of stunning visuals, historic specs, and Custom Shop craftsmanship makes it a rare and compelling piece for players and collectors alike. It's not just a reissue; it's a celebration of everything that makes the '59 Les Paul legendary.
Specifications:
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Top Material: AAA Flame Maple
- Body Shape: Les Paul
- Body Type: Solidbody
- Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Murphy Lab Light Aged
- Color: Ocean Magenta
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: 1959 Medium C "Carmelita" Profile
- Neck Joint: Set Neck
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Type: Jescar FW45100 (Reissue Medium-Jumbo)
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Fingerboard Inlays: Aged Cellulose Trapezoids
- Nut Width: 1.687"
- Nut Material: Nylon Reissue
- Tuning Machines: Kluson Deluxe SD90
- Bridge: '59 ABR-1 Historic Reissue
- Tailpiece: Stopbar
- Hardware Finish: Nickel, Light Aged
- Neck Pickup: Gibson Custombucker
- Bridge Pickup: Gibson Custombucker
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch
- Strings: Gibson .010-.046
- Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
Sku: LPR59PSL22961
