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Before we all started wanting the most stunning quilted Maple tops or other new and exotic woods Gibson used plain maple for the tops on the Les Paul Standard. This Les Paul Classic Plain Top is a call back to the mid to late 50’s where Gibson had just moved into the burst and crafting the Les Paul we all love today.Limited EditionGibson make an interesting selection of guitars now to fit almost any style but the looks on most are certainly a bit more modern. Outside of this limited edition run if you want a high quality plain top Les Paul your choices were very limited if you did not want to spend £3000+. Now you can get a great quality classic looking Les Paul without having to break the bank.Quality BuildOf course when building a Les Paul you know there are certain materials that have to be used. These are part of the guitars history and make up a lot of the sound we love. So you have a Mahogany body with a Plain Maple top along with a Mahogany neck topped with a Rosewood fretboard. This is what has been used on Les Paul Standards since the beginning…no reason to change it now.Classic 57 PickupsA lot of the modern PAF style pickups we hear today capture a certain element of the early humbucker sound but quite often they crank up the output or adjust the midrange to suit more modern tones. The ’57 Classic pickups are different as Gibson wanted to capture the best of the earliest humbuckers they ever need. They did this by measuring the output and tone of vintage guitars and matching it part for part as much as possible. So with that you have a wax potted Alnico II magnet with nickel plated pole pieces and slugs to capture the classic tone.
SpecificationsBODYTop Species: Plain MapleBody Species: MahoganyWeight Relief: TraditionalNECK Species: MahoganyNeck Shape: Slim TaperFINGERBOARDSpecies: RosewoodScale Length: 24 3/4″ Inlay: Acrylic TrapezoidWidth at Nut: 1.695″Binding: Crea

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Before we all started wanting the most stunning quilted Maple tops or other new and exotic woods Gibson used plain maple for the tops on the Les Paul Standard. This Les Paul Classic Plain Top is a call back to the mid to late 50’s where Gibson had just moved into the burst and crafting the Les Paul we all love today.Limited EditionGibson make an interesting selection of guitars now to fit almost any style but the looks on most are certainly a bit more modern. Outside of this limited edition run if you want a high quality plain top Les Paul your choices were very limited if you did not want to spend £3000+. Now you can get a great quality classic looking Les Paul without having to break the bank.Quality BuildOf course when building a Les Paul you know there are certain materials that have to be used. These are part of the guitars history and make up a lot of the sound we love. So you have a Mahogany body with a Plain Maple top along with a Mahogany neck topped with a Rosewood fretboard. This is what has been used on Les Paul Standards since the beginning…no reason to change it now.Classic 57 PickupsA lot of the modern PAF style pickups we hear today capture a certain element of the early humbucker sound but quite often they crank up the output or adjust the midrange to suit more modern tones. The ’57 Classic pickups are different as Gibson wanted to capture the best of the earliest humbuckers they ever need. They did this by measuring the output and tone of vintage guitars and matching it part for part as much as possible. So with that you have a wax potted Alnico II magnet with nickel plated pole pieces and slugs to capture the classic tone.
SpecificationsBODYTop Species: Plain MapleBody Species: MahoganyWeight Relief: TraditionalNECK Species: MahoganyNeck Shape: Slim TaperFINGERBOARDSpecies: RosewoodScale Length: 24 3/4″ Inlay: Acrylic TrapezoidWidth at Nut: 1.695″Binding: Crea

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The 2015 Gibson Commemorative models benefit from these notable features:Kluson traditional tuning machinesZero Fret Nut – Patent applied for nut with adjustable actionWider neck and fingerboard (.050 per side) for increased playing comfortTune-o-matic bridge featuring hex wrench adjustment on thumbscrews for easy action adjustmentsProfessional setup – Accurate intonation, PLEK program, 27% lower fretwireSmoother sanded/buffed fingerboard with oil treatmentOne-piece thicker rosewood fingerboardPearl inlays return on all productMore robust cables change from 28 AWG to 26 AWG for improved signalImproved jack design for uninterrupted signalNo satin or vintage gloss finishes: All SKUs will be gloss lacquer2015 Gold hardshell caseFull Gibson warranty
FeaturesBodyBody shape: Single cutawayBody type: Solid bodyBody material: Solid woodTop wood: MapleBody wood: Mahogany, traditional body routBody finish: GlossOrientation: Right handedNeckNeck shape: Rounded CNeck wood: MahoganyJoint: Set-inS

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The 2015 Gibson Commemorative models benefit from these notable features:Kluson traditional tuning machinesZero Fret Nut – Patent applied for nut with adjustable actionWider neck and fingerboard (.050 per side) for increased playing comfortTune-o-matic bridge featuring hex wrench adjustment on thumbscrews for easy action adjustmentsProfessional setup – Accurate intonation, PLEK program, 27% lower fretwireSmoother sanded/buffed fingerboard with oil treatmentOne-piece thicker rosewood fingerboardPearl inlays return on all productMore robust cables change from 28 AWG to 26 AWG for improved signalImproved jack design for uninterrupted signalNo satin or vintage gloss finishes: All SKUs will be gloss lacquer2015 Gold hardshell caseFull Gibson warranty
FeaturesBodyBody shape: Single cutawayBody type: Solid bodyBody material: Solid woodTop wood: MapleBody wood: Mahogany, traditional body routBody finish: GlossOrientation: Right handedNeckNeck shape: Rounded CNeck wood: MahoganyJoint: Set-inS

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The Gibson Les Paul Standard is one of the most iconic guitars in the world. It is the chosen guitar for professionals all around the world as its unique look and feel are matched by nothing else available today. Fitted with a figured maple top and top of the line hardware to match its perfect looks this is everything you could ever want out of a modern Les PaulClassic FeelThere is a particular feel that most have come to expect with a Les Paul. While other guitars focus on slimming down the neck and body to allow for crazy stage play. Gibson instead really focus on giving you the best sustain, tone and feel possible by putting a couple big old chunks of Mahogany in your hands.The body is made out of weight relieved Mahogany topped with stunning flamed maple that keeps all of the sustain of a regular block but at a much lower weight. This means less back/shoulder pain and much more time being able to spent playing your guitar.The neck does have a few changes as part of the High Performance line however. It is still made with Mahogany and finished with a Rosewood fretboard but it is a little bit wider than your normal Les Paul neck. At just 0.05″ larger than a traditional it is not much but gives you enough freedom with vibrato for a more expressive tone.Next Generation G-ForceG-Force is an incredibly interesting technology that simply wants to save you time. We have all played gigs where your guitar goes out of tune halfway through. Just like we have all played gigs where we need to quickly change between tunings.Gibson’s G-Force system makes those previous tasks a second thought. Just set it up with the tunings you want. Select what you want using the unit on the back of the headstock and you are in tune within seconds.And don’t worry just because it has the ability to tune itself does not mean that you can’t tune manually. The machine heads are actually very accurate 40:1 ratio tuners so you can get pitch perfect in no time at all.New Titanium NutThe 2015 version of the Zero Fret Nut was made out of brass. Unfortunately that meant is was very soft for a nut and could be damaged from heavier gauge strings. To make sure this does not happen again Gibson have changed the brass for much stronger Titanium.If you don’t know what the Zero Fret Nut is let me fill you in. It is a Gibson USA exclusive nut that has two main benefits over a standard nut. Firstly you can adjust the action at the nut very easily now making setting up quick and easy no matter how high or low you like your action.Secondly this nut has essentially a fret at the end of it (hence the name, Zero Fret). By having a fret in the zero position your strings in open positions ring out like fretted notes. This sounds amazing with open chords as you get a much more even tone across all of your strings.Sweet Smooth NeckOne thing that we have heard a few times before about Gibson guitars is that the neck heel can get in the way. They originally remedied this with their Custom Shop Axcess model that had a smoothed transition. This meant greater access to the higher frets so lead players can dig in and let loose.The neck on all of the 2016 USA models is based off of this Custom Shop model offering the same incredible feel that previously was only available on some of Gibson’s most expensive guitars.But they did not end it there with the neck. No this guitars neck width is slightly wider than you might be used to compared to other Gibson guitars. By increasing the nut width by just 0.05″and keeping string spacing the same you get more area to play with.
TopWood Species: MaplePieces: 2Grade: C (Ebony, Gold Top, and Blue Mist), AAAA (all other finishes)Binding: CreamBackWood Species: MahoganyPieces: 2Density: LowBinding: NoneWeightWeight Relief: ModernAverage Weight (body only): 5lbs. 8.3oz

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The pinnacle of Gibson’s 2016 lineup, the Les Paul Standard 2016 HP guitar combines gorgeous top-shelf tonewoods with performance-focused features. Updated G-Force electronics deliver faster, more precise automated tuning than ever. The fast-access heel provides exceptional access to the upper frets. Titanium saddles and an adjustable zero-fret nut ensure precise action and intonation. And the asymmetrical SlimTaper neck profile, the wider Soloist neck width, and the compound-radius fretboard set an outstanding foundation for fast playing and tapping. From looks and feel to tone and long-term performance, the Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP has you covered.Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP Solidbody Electric Guitar at a Glance:Plek’d for precision playabilityCompound-radius fretboardSlim neck profile with wider Soloist neck widthDip switches give you access to over 100 tonal optionsPlek’d for precision playabilityThis Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP feels fast and precise, thanks in large part to Plek processing. Typically reserved for top-dollar custom guitars, this process levels the frets with pinpoint precision, providing you with the most playable fretboard you’re likely to own. Each note rings loud and clear, and the fret edges feel smooth as silk.Compound-radius fretboardThe Les Paul Standard features a 10″-16″ compound-radius fretboard for ultimate playability. The fingerboard is rounder near the nut for easy chord-grabbing and rhythm playing. As your playing heats up and moves up the fretboard, the radius flattens out for easier runs and big, big string bends. With a neck that plays this slick, you’ll be up at the highest frets before you know it.Slim neck profile with wider Soloist neck widthThe Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP sports a fast, wide neck with a SlimTaper profile, perfect for modern players who push the speed limit. The wider Soloist neck width gives you more room for big bends and tapping than the traditional LP neck width. And the asymmetrical SlimTaper profile gives you the speed of a thin neck with the chording stability of a rounder neck. It’s a great balance for players who love Les Paul tone but prefer a faster, thinner neck.Dip switches give you access to over 100 tonal optionsThe Gibson HPs are some of the most sonically versatile electric guitars Gibson has ever offered. The tone and volume controls on the Les Paul Standard 2016 HP are a push-pull design, and five internal dip switches determine how these controls work. By setting these dip switches to your preference you can access coil-splits and coil-taps, a highpass filter for each pickup, determine if you want the pickups to be in or out of phase, and even engage a transient supression circuit for avoiding unwanted output peaks when recording direct.
Classic Les Paul style with AAAA figured maple top and modern appointmentsModern weight-relieved mahogany body reduces weight while maintaining sustainCompound-radius fretboard makes it easier to switch between rhythm and lead rolesDual push-pull volum

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he pinnacle of Gibson’s 2016 lineup, the Les Paul Standard 2016 HP guitar combines gorgeous top-shelf tonewoods with performance-focused features. Updated G-Force electronics deliver faster, more precise automated tuning than ever. The fast-access heel provides exceptional access to the upper frets. Titanium saddles and an adjustable zero-fret nut ensure precise action and intonation. And the asymmetrical SlimTaper neck profile, the wider Soloist neck width, and the compound-radius fretboard set an outstanding foundation for fast playing and tapping. From looks and feel to tone and long-term performance, the Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP has you covered.Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP Solidbody Electric Guitar at a Glance:Plek’d for precision playabilityCompound-radius fretboardSlim neck profile with wider Soloist neck widthDip switches give you access to over 100 tonal optionsPlek’d for precision playabilityThis Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP feels fast and precise, thanks in large part to Plek processing. Typically reserved for top-dollar custom guitars, this process levels the frets with pinpoint precision, providing you with the most playable fretboard you’re likely to own. Each note rings loud and clear, and the fret edges feel smooth as silk.Compound-radius fretboardThe Les Paul Standard features a 10″-16″ compound-radius fretboard for ultimate playability. The fingerboard is rounder near the nut for easy chord-grabbing and rhythm playing. As your playing heats up and moves up the fretboard, the radius flattens out for easier runs and big, big string bends. With a neck that plays this slick, you’ll be up at the highest frets before you know it.Slim neck profile with wider Soloist neck widthThe Gibson Les Paul Standard 2016 HP sports a fast, wide neck with a SlimTaper profile, perfect for modern players who push the speed limit. The wider Soloist neck width gives you more room for big bends and tapping than the traditional LP neck width. And the asymmetrical SlimTaper profile gives you the speed of a thin neck with the chording stability of a rounder neck. It’s a great balance for players who love Les Paul tone but prefer a faster, thinner neck.Dip switches give you access to over 100 tonal optionsThe Gibson HPs are some of the most sonically versatile electric guitars Gibson has ever offered. The tone and volume controls on the Les Paul Standard 2016 HP are a push-pull design, and five internal dip switches determine how these controls work. By setting these dip switches to your preference you can access coil-splits and coil-taps, a highpass filter for each pickup, determine if you want the pickups to be in or out of phase, and even engage a transient supression circuit for avoiding unwanted output peaks when recording direct.
Classic Les Paul style with AAAA figured maple top and modern appointmentsModern weight-relieved mahogany body reduces weight while maintaining sustainCompound-radius fretboard makes it easier to switch between rhythm and lead rolesDual push-pull volum

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The Gibson Les Paul Standard is one of the most iconic guitars in the world. It is the chosen guitar for professionals all around the world as its unique look and feel are matched by nothing else available today. Fitted with a figured maple top and top of the line hardware to match its perfect looks this is everything you could ever want out of a modern Les PaulClassic FeelThere is a particular feel that most have come to expect with a Les Paul. While other guitars focus on slimming down the neck and body to allow for crazy stage play. Gibson instead really focus on giving you the best sustain, tone and feel possible by putting a couple big old chunks of Mahogany in your hands.The body is made out of weight relieved Mahogany topped with stunning flamed maple that keeps all of the sustain of a regular block but at a much lower weight. This means less back/shoulder pain and much more time being able to spent playing your guitar.The neck does have a few changes as part of the High Performance line however. It is still made with Mahogany and finished with a Rosewood fretboard but it is a little bit wider than your normal Les Paul neck. At just 0.05″ larger than a traditional it is not much but gives you enough freedom with vibrato for a more expressive tone.Next Generation G-ForceG-Force is an incredibly interesting technology that simply wants to save you time. We have all played gigs where your guitar goes out of tune halfway through. Just like we have all played gigs where we need to quickly change between tunings.Gibson’s G-Force system makes those previous tasks a second thought. Just set it up with the tunings you want. Select what you want using the unit on the back of the headstock and you are in tune within seconds.And don’t worry just because it has the ability to tune itself does not mean that you can’t tune manually. The machine heads are actually very accurate 40:1 ratio tuners so you can get pitch perfect in no time at all.New Titanium NutThe 2015 version of the Zero Fret Nut was made out of brass. Unfortunately that meant is was very soft for a nut and could be damaged from heavier gauge strings. To make sure this does not happen again Gibson have changed the brass for much stronger Titanium.If you don’t know what the Zero Fret Nut is let me fill you in. It is a Gibson USA exclusive nut that has two main benefits over a standard nut. Firstly you can adjust the action at the nut very easily now making setting up quick and easy no matter how high or low you like your action.Secondly this nut has essentially a fret at the end of it (hence the name, Zero Fret). By having a fret in the zero position your strings in open positions ring out like fretted notes. This sounds amazing with open chords as you get a much more even tone across all of your strings.Sweet Smooth NeckOne thing that we have heard a few times before about Gibson guitars is that the neck heel can get in the way. They originally remedied this with their Custom Shop Axcess model that had a smoothed transition. This meant greater access to the higher frets so lead players can dig in and let loose.The neck on all of the 2016 USA models is based off of this Custom Shop model offering the same incredible feel that previously was only available on some of Gibson’s most expensive guitars.But they did not end it there with the neck. No this guitars neck width is slightly wider than you might be used to compared to other Gibson guitars. By increasing the nut width by just 0.05″and keeping string spacing the same you get more area to play with.

TopWood Species: MaplePieces: 2Grade: C (Ebony, Gold Top, and Blue Mist), AAAA (all other finishes)Binding: CreamBackWood Species: MahoganyPieces: 2Density: LowBinding: NoneWeightWeight Relief: ModernAverage Weight (body only): 5lbs. 8.3oz