Silverburst, Back Silverburst, Close Angle

The limited edition Gibson Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar features a one-piece mahogany neck, carved maple top and warm-toned mahogany body. An ebony fingerboard with pearl block inlays gives it a bright attack. 490R and 498T Gibson humbuckers deliver warm rhythm and hot, solid lead sounds. Gibson also includes a Tune-O-Matic bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and bound body, neck, and head with chrome hardware.

Originally offered in 1979, this Gibson Custom Shop guitar has been reissued to satisfy the needs of collectors who want to be able to own the original Les Paul Custom or for someone who wants something special to add to their collection. This limited edition with a gorgeous silverburst finish won't be around long.

Gibson Custom Limited-Edition Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar Features:

  • One-piece mahogany neck
  • Carved maple top
  • Warm-toned mahogany body
  • Limited Edition Silverburst finish
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Pearl block inlays
  • Chrome hardware
  • 490R and 498T humbuckers
  • Tune-O-Matic bridge with stopbar tailpiece
  • Body, neck and headstock binding
  • Includes hardshell case

Gibson Custom Limited-Edition Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar Includes:

  • Custom Shop hardshell case and certificate of authenticity

It's time you owned a sophisticated guitar. Order the Limited Edition Custom today.

Gibson Custom Limited-Edition Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar

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Average of 15 User Ratings

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Overall: 9.67

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Quality: 9.72

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Features: 9.83

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Value: 9.22

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I couldn't be happier
Posted by dherman from Fredericksburg, Texas on Aug 1, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock,Metal
This is a great guitar, I love it. The finish is beautiful, and the tone is perfect. It was exactly what I would expect from Gibson. I never owned or even played,a Gibson prior to this one, but now I'm a huge fan. It is a little heavy, but I knew Les Pauls were, so I will just buy a thicker strap. The guitar came on time, and packaged perfect. Musicians Friend contacted me on my preferences of intonation and such, right out of the box played beautiful, no adjustments needed. If I had more money, I would buy another today. I am completely satisfied with my purchase, I couldn't be happier

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Will never ever part with...
Posted by AndrewCCM from Mansfield, TX on May 18, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Previous Touring Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock/Blues
Just a short review here. I have had my 82 Les Paul Custom Silverburst since Christmas 1982. I will never forget that day. I was 13 at the time and my dad had promised me he would upgrade my guitar (CHEAP CHEAP Harmony's) if I stuck with it and kept taking lessons. Well he came through in a big way. I know how much he sacrificed to get me that instrument and I'll never forget it. Sentimental thoughts aside... I have not ever played another guitar that feels or sounds as good as this one. Mine has aged well and although has bronzing in the whites, still looks and sounds incredible. Recently purchased a Mesa Lone Star Special and finally I feel like I have an amp that lives up to the guitar.

Not sure about these reissues, but I will be passing my 82 down to my son or daughter someday and hope they will do the same. I am a very proud and humbled owner of this incredible instrument.

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Overall: 10

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Dream Guitar
Posted by AcesFull from Rapid City, SD on Apr 16, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Hobbyist
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Alternative, Metal, Blues
I have always wanted a Les Paul Custom, but never had the coin to buy one. I currently own, or have owned several Epiphones, a Mexi-Strat and 2 Gibsons: a Standard SG and a Gothic Explorer. Without question, this Silverburst Les Paul Custom is now my favorite. The action as silky-smooth and the tone, even unplugged, is rich and deep. Even the Silverburst finish seems to have "depth". Every time I take it out of the case, it reminds me of a silver Rolls Royce I saw in Vegas last year. Bottom line, as always, You Get What You Pay For. Yes, it's expensive, but true quality has a price tag and these guitars tend to hold their value (or appreciate).

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Overall: 10

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Value: 8

I Love This AXE!!!
Posted by Rattllhed from MA on Feb 26, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock,Blues,Metal,Alternative
I own a few guitars and had always wanted the Silverburst to add to my collection. When I found out that Gibson had made a limited run in 2007(they made less than 100) I was all over the internet trying to find a reputable dealer who could hook me up. I own several LP's from studios to Customs. This Silverburst by far is the best sounding guitar and the action/feel is amazing! I love the quality of this instrument not that I expected anything less from Gibson. They are a little pricey but worth the investment if you're serious about getting a serious guitar. I'd buy another one if the wife wouldn't kill me for it...

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Overall: 10

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Fantastic
Posted by fish hawk from Lindenhurst, IL on Dec 7, 2008
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: part time musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Classic Rock
Flawless, Great Tone, Heavy as hell. Immediately went to my top choice when grabbing a guitar to play. If I could afford another one, I would buy one in a heartbeat

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Gibson Custom Limited-Edition Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar

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