Description
There's something undeniably captivating about a guitar that breaks tradition while still honoring it. The Gibson Custom Les Paul Custom VOS in Olive Drab is exactly that; a bold reimagining of a classic, wrapped in a finish that speaks to rugged sophistication and refined taste. Built in Gibson's Custom Shop to exacting standards, this Les Paul is designed for the serious player who values both vintage feel and modern performance.
Its carved maple top and solid mahogany backdeliver the resonant punch and singing sustain that Les Pauls are known for. The 7-ply top and 5-ply back binding add a touch of class to its distinctive olive drab finish, aged to perfection by the VOS treatment for a naturally worn-in aesthetic that feels alive under your hands. This isn't just a studio centerpiece; it's a road-ready workhorse built to handle anything from searing solos to moody, articulate cleans.
The neck is carved from mahogany and shaped into a comfortable Les Paul Custom Modern Medium C profile that strikes a perfect balance between vintage heft and modern playability. Paired with a solid ebony fretboard, elegant pearl block inlays, and 22 medium-jumbo frets, it offers a smooth, expressive playing experience that feels luxurious without sacrificing grit. A 24.75" scale length and 1.687" Corian nut ensure familiar Gibson feel and rock-solid tuning stability.
Electronics are where this Les Paul really shines. A set of Gibson Modern pickups (490R in the neck, and a 498T in the bridge) delivers hot PAF-style tone with rich mids, and glassy highs. The traditional 2-volume/2-tone control setup and 3-way toggle switch give you a familiar yet versatile tonal palette, whether you're dialing in jazz cleans or unleashing thick, saturated lead tones.
Visually, the Olive Drab finish makes a serious statement; it's executed with the elegance and restraint that only the Gibson Custom Shop can achieve. Gold hardware throughout, including Grover kidney tuners, a Tune-O-Matic bridge, and stopbar tailpiece, adds a rich contrast that completes the guitar's standout aesthetic.
The Gibson Custom Les Paul Custom isn't just for the collectors or the display case. It's for the player who demands tone and reliability in equal measure. At Cream City Music, we're always thrilled to see guitars like this come through our doors; instruments that are as inspiring to look at as they are to play.
Specifications:
- Body: Mahogany, Ultra-Modern Weight Relief
- Body Top: Plain Maple
- Body Binding: 7-Ply Top / 5-Ply Back
- Body Finish: VOS Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Olive Drab
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Profile: LPC Modern Medium C Shape (.828" - .985")
- Neck Finish: Olive Drab VOS Nitro
- Nut Width: 1.687"
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Inlays: Pearl Block
- Binding: White
- Nut Material: Corian
- Tuning Machines: Grover Kidney, Gold
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic, Gold
- Tailpiece: Stopbar, Gold
- Hardware Finish: Gold
- Pickguard: 5-Ply Black LP Custom Style
- Control Knobs: Black Speed Knobs
- Switch Tip: Cream
- Truss Rod Cover: "Les Paul Custom"
- Bridge Pickup: 498T Hot Alnico
- Neck Pickup: 490R Modern Classic
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle
- Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Hardshell
Sku: LPCPSL000000381
