Description
The Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue is already one of the most revered recreations in the electric guitar world. This example, finished in Purple Tiger as part of Gibson's exclusive Greatest Hits Collection, takes that historic formula and pushes it into bold new territory. It honors the blueprint of a late 50s Burst while embracing a striking modern aesthetic that demands attention the moment the case is opened.
At its core, this is everything players love about a proper '59 reissue. A solid mahogany body is paired with a carved AAA flame maple top, delivering the harmonic richness and sustain that made original Bursts legendary. The Purple Tiger finish accentuates the depth of the flame, shifting under light with dramatic movement. It is finished in nitrocellulose lacquer and treated to a Murphy Lab Heavy Aged package, giving it the look and feel of a road tested classic with authentic checking, worn edges, and broken in character.
The mahogany neck is carved to the historic 1959 Medium C Carmelita profile. Slightly slimmer than many chunky 50s carves, it offers a comfortable, fast feel while staying true to vintage dimensions. A rosewood fingerboard with aged cellulose trapezoid inlays and single ply binding completes the traditional aesthetic. With a 12 inch radius, 22 frets, and a 24.75 inch scale length, it delivers the familiar slinky response and effortless vibrato that define a great Les Paul. A nylon reissue nut and long tenon set neck construction reinforce the authenticity.
Tone comes courtesy of a pair of Custombucker humbuckers, engineered to replicate late 50s PAF character with remarkable accuracy. They are articulate, dynamic, and harmonically complex. The neck pickup produces warm, singing lead tones and smoky cleans, while the bridge delivers focused bite and authoritative midrange punch. From vintage blues and classic rock to expressive modern lead work, the response is nuanced and touch sensitive. Traditional 2 volume, 2 tone controls and a 3 way toggle give you complete command over the guitar's voice.
Hardware stays faithful to the golden era. An ABR-1 Historic Reissue bridge pairs with a stopbar tailpiece for precise intonation and classic feel. Kluson Deluxe tuners maintain period correct style and dependable tuning stability. Every component reinforces the unmistakable late 50s Les Paul experience.
At Cream City Music, we see a lot of exceptional Gibson Custom instruments, but this Purple Tiger Murphy Lab Heavy Aged '59 stands apart. It combines mythic Burst DNA with daring visual flair, all wrapped in a convincingly aged package that feels like it has already lived a lifetime of music. Produced in limited numbers, it is a serious collector's piece and an inspiring player's instrument in equal measure.
Specifications:
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Top Material: AAA Flame Maple
- Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer; Murphy Lab Heavy Aged; Purple Tiger
- Body Shape: Les Paul
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: 1959 Medium C Carmelita Profile
- Neck Joint: Set Neck
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Nut Width: 1.687"
- Nut Material: Nylon Reissue
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fingerboard Inlays: Aged Cellulose Trapezoids
- Bridge: '59 ABR-1 Historic Reissue
- Tailpiece: Stopbar
- Tuners: Kluson Deluxe SD90
- Hardware Finish: Nickel
- Neck Pickup: Custombucker Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Humbucker
- Controls: 2 Volume; 2 Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle
- Case Included: Hardshell Case
Sku: LPR59PSL22962
