Ebony, gold, triple-pickup threat, unmatched craftsmanship – the legendary 1957 "Black Beauty" has returned, perfected by the Gibson Custom Shop.
Experience the guitar that defined elegance and power – meticulously recreated by the Gibson Custom Shop in its original 1957 glory. This 2023 Custom Shop Black Beauty features three powerful CustomBucker Alnico III unpotted pickups, a mahogany body and neck, ebony fingerboard, and a VOS finish.
The 1957 reissue from the Gibson Custom Shop features a body carved from a single piece of solid mahogany, which is unique among Les Paul models. The guitar has a dark mid-range tone from the body that pairs well with the bright-sounding solid Ebony fingerboard with 22 Historic medium jumbo frets. It has a 50s Rounded Medium C neck profile. Premium appointments include gold hardware, mother-of-pearl '50s Pattern inlays, and Kluson Waffleback tuners. Comes with original case
Bought new from Sweetwater in 2023, this guitar has been professionally setup by my local luthier here in Silver Spring, Maryland. The guitar looks amazing and plays wonderfully. I'm selling to thin the herd ahead of tax day.