Rapid City, SD, United States
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Introduced in 1955 as a step-up from the Les Paul Junior, the Les Paul Special has long been a go-to choice for players who crave simplicity without sacrificing tonal character. Its slab mahogany body, wraparound bridge, and unmistakable P-90 growl helped define the sound of early rock and roll, later becoming a staple in blues, punk, garage rock, and indie-alternative music. Decades later, the Les Paul Special continues to deliver that same raw, unfiltered voice: Direct, dynamic, and unapologetically expressive.
While its aesthetic remains rooted in Gibson’s Golden Era, the modern Les Paul Special features subtle refinements that make it a joy to play. The 50s Vintage mahogany neck carve fills the hand without feeling bulky, and the 12" radius rosewood fretboard provides a smooth, balanced playing surface for everything from sliding double-stops to wide interval bends. Plugged in, the dual P-90 pickups offer a spectrum of tones that range from snarling leads and percussive rhythm work to warm, soulful cleans. Their natural midrange push ensures your sound cuts through the mix, especially in dense band settings.
Whether you’re drawn to its heritage, its straightforward control layout, or its unmistakable attitude, the Les Paul Special stands as one of Gibson’s most iconic no-frills designs. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this guitar is a workhorse that excels on stage, in the studio, or at home; perfect for players who want vintage flavor, rock-solid reliability, and that unmistakable P-90 punch.
Features / Specs
Highlights
Series: Les Paul Special
Orientation: Right-Hand
Color: Ebony
Body
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Shape: Les Paul
Body Style: Solidbody
Neck
Headstock Type: Gibson Standard Open Book
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Shape: 50s Vintage
Neck Finish: Gloss
Neck Depth: 0.898" at 1st Fret, 1.002" at 12th Fret
Neck Construction: Set Neck
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Position Inlays: Acrylic Dot
Side Dots: Black
Number of Frets: 22
Truss Rod Style: Adjustable
Truss Rod Nut: Standard Headstock Access
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 1.69" (43.05 mm)
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
Hardware
Bridge: Wraparound Stopbar
Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
Bridge Mounting: Standard 2-Post
Pickguard: Black 5-Ply
Pickup Covers: Black Soapbar
Control Knobs: Black Numbered Top Hats
Switch Tip: Amber
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe with White Buttons
String Trees: None
Strings: .010–.046
Tremolo Arm: None
Neck Plate: None
Strap Buttons: Standard
Output Jack: Side-Mounted 1/4"
Electronics
Pickup Configuration: SS
Bridge Pickup: P-90
Neck Pickup: P-90
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)
Switching: 3-Way Toggle
Auxiliary Switching: None
Miscellaneous
Accessories: Gibson Accessories Kit, Adjustment Tools
Case/Gig Bag: Hard Shell Case
Serial Number: 226560221
Manufacture Date: 2026
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