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Gibson 1957 Les Paul Special Single Cut Reissue, Ultra Light Aged, TV Yellow
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1957 Les Paul Special Single Cut Reissue, Ultra Light Aged, TV Yellow

ElectricLes PaulUS
No ratings yet$4,699

As Seen on TV... Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail. Legend has it that the famous "TV Yellow" color of the Les Paul™ Special was named for its vivid appearance on black & white televisions in the 1950s. That's debatable. What's not up for debate is the indelible imprint this model had on music history since its inception. The classy looks and thick, meaty tones of the Les Paul Special have been preferred by players of all genres. And this 1957 Les Paul Special Reissue from the Gibson Custom Shop revives every single feature in spectacular detail for the ultimate vintage ownership experience -- from the solid mahogany construction to the roaring P-90s. It also features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era.

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Score

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76
Overall / 100
Playability
75
Sound
74
Build
84
Value
66

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Specifications

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Specifications for 1957 Les Paul Special Single Cut Reissue, Ultra Light Aged, TV Yellow
BrandGibson
TypeElectric
CountryUS
Body woodSolid Mahogany
Neck woodSolid Mahogany
FretboardIndian Rosewood
Strings6
Frets22
Scale length24.75"
PickupsCustom Soapbar P-90 / Custom Soapbar P-90
AccessoriesCertificate of Authenticity, Mounted Custom Shop Switch Plate Medallion; Reissue Switch Backplate in Case
BindingFretboard 1-ply Cream
Body FinishMurphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body shapeLes Paul
Body StylesLes Paul
Bridge pickupCustom Soapbar P-90
CaseBrown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch case
Control KnobsBlack Top Hats
Controls2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
End Of Board Width56.89mm / 2.24in
FinishNickel; Murphy Lab Light Aged
Fretboard inlayCelluloid Dot
Fretboard radius304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count22
Jack Plate CoverBlack Multi-Ply
JointLong Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
ModelLPSPSC57ULTVNH1
Neck pickupCustom Soapbar P-90
NutNylon
Nut width42.85mm / 1.69in
Output Jack1/4" Switchcraft
PickguardBlack Multi-Ply
Pickup CoversBlack Soapbar
Pickup Selector3-Way Switchcraft
Profile50s Rounded Medium C
Strap ButtonsAluminum
String gauges.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Switch TipAmber
SwitchwasherBlack
TailpieceWraparound
Truss rodAuthentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod CoverAuthentic Stepped 2-Ply
Tuner PlatingNickel
TunersKluson Strip with White Buttons
Weight ReliefNone
Street price$4,699

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