
Description
Description
A remarkable Limited Edition 59 Reissue with a rare birdseye maple top
The 1959 Les Paul™ Standard has long stood as the most celebrated electric guitar of Gibson’s first Golden Age, cherished for its unmistakable voice, expressive dynamics, and undeniable presence on any stage. This Limited Edition 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue, Light Aged, Dark Peach Burst, carries that legacy forward with exceptional detail, honoring both the spirit of the original and the artistry of the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee. Inspired by years of Made to Measure custom orders, every feature was chosen to reflect the experience of holding and hearing a vintage Burst that has been loved and played for decades.
Its defining feature is its extraordinary birdseye maple top, hand-selected by the Made to Measure team for its dramatic figure and rare character. Under the Dark Peach Burst finish, the wood displays three-dimensional depth and swirling grain that shifts with the light, making each guitar entirely one of a kind. The top is paired with a one-piece lightweight mahogany body with no weight relief, delivering resonance and the unmistakable midrange punch that made the ’59 Les Paul Standard legendary. The body is finished in Light Aged nitrocellulose lacquer, meticulously rendered by the artisans of the Murphy Lab to replicate decades of gentle playwear. Subtle checking, softened edges, and a broken-in tactile feel evoke the vibe of a cherished original without compromising structural integrity or performance.
A solid mahogany neck carved to the Authentic 1959 profile extends naturally from the long neck tenon joint, creating remarkable sustain and a smooth, confident feel in the hand. The rosewood fretboard features reissue medium jumbo frets, single ply binding, and cellulose trapezoid inlays, paired with a traditional 12 inch radius for fluid bending and expressive phrasing. The nylon nut and Kluson Deluxe tuners contribute to the unmistakable playing character fans expect from a historic 59.
Electronics center on a pair of Custombucker pickups with Alnico 4 magnets. The neck pickup features a nickel cover and Double Classic White bobbins, while the bridge pickup remains uncovered and also features Double Classic White bobbins, delivering airy top end, rich bloom, and the nuanced harmonic response that defines late ‘50s Gibson tone. Two volume controls, two tone controls, and a three-way toggle provide classic versatility. Nickel hardware, an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic™ bridge, original-style cream plastics, gold Top Hat knobs, and a Stop Bar tailpiece complete the period-correct presentation. Each instrument includes a Certificate of Authenticity and is housed in a Lifton™ reissue hardshell case.
Specs
Specs
General
| Series: | Gibson Custom Shop Historic |
| Country of Manufacture: | Made in the USA |
| Product Color: | Dark Peach Burst |
| Relic/Aging Level: | Murphy Lab Light Aged |
| Case Type: | Hardshell Case Included |
| Factory Setup: | E Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E) |
Body
| Body Shape: | Les Paul |
| Body Material: | Mahogany |
| Body Finish: | Light Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Top Material: | Birdseye Maple |
| Body Binding: | Single-Ply Top |
Neck
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Finish: | Light Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Neck Shape: | Authentic 1959 |
| Fingerboard Material: | Rosewood |
| Nut Material: | Nylon |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12" (304.8mm) |
| Scale Length: | 24.75" (628.7mm) |
| Number of Frets: | 22 Frets |
| Neck Joint: | Long Neck Tenon |
| Fingerboard Inlay: | Trapezoid |
| Inlay Shape: | Trapezoids |
| Neck Binding: | Single-Ply |
Electronics
| Bridge Pickup: | Custombucker Alnico 4 |
| Neck Pickup: | Custombucker Alnico 4 |
| Controls and Switching: | 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle |
Hardware
| Hardware Color: | Nickel |
| Bridge: | ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic |
| Tailpiece: | Stop Bar |
| Tuning Machines: | Kluson Deluxe |
| Fret Wire: | Reissue Medium Jumbo |
| Saddle: | Metal |
| Pickguard: | Single-Ply Cream |
| Knobs: | Gold Top Hats |
| Switch Cap: | Amber |