Gibson Custom Shop 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Gloss Ebony

Name: Gibson Custom Shop 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue Gloss Ebony
Brand: Gibson
SKU: LPC68EBGH1
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Here’s what Gibson say: The 1968 Les Paul Custom stood apart from its 1950s predecessors in a few significant ways. Instead of a solid mahogany body, it now had a solid maple top on a mahogany back – adding the clarity and bite that many rock guitarists sought. It also came standard with two humbuckers […]

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Description

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Here’s what Gibson say:

The 1968 Les Paul Custom stood apart from its 1950s predecessors in a few significant ways. Instead of a solid mahogany body, it now had a solid maple top on a mahogany back – adding the clarity and bite that many rock guitarists sought. It also came standard with two humbuckers as opposed to three, providing additional picking clearance. And lastly it had a 14-degree peghead angle for reduced string tension. This set of features instantly became the new standard for the Les Paul Custom model, which has been produced continuously by Gibson ever since. This 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue was designed to be the final say in historical accuracy, tone and feel. Every detail and spec was meticulously revived by the skilled artisans at Gibson Custom Shop to provide an amazing, life-long vintage ownership experience.

Specifications

Neck

Neck Material – Solid Mahogany
Profile – Authentic ’68 Medium C-Shape
Scale Length – 24.75″
Fingerboard Material – Ebony
Fingerboard Radius – 12″
Number Of Frets – 22
Frets – Medium-Jumbo
Nut Material – Nylon
Nut Width – 1.687″
End of Board Width – 2.239″
Inlays – Mother of Pearl Block
Joint – Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit

Body

Body Shape – Les Paul
Body Material – 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
Top – 2-Piece Plain Maple
Binding – Multi-ply
WeightRelief – None
Finish – Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Hardware

Hardware Finish – Gold
Bridge – ABR-1
Tailpiece – Stop Bar
Pickguard – Black Multi-Ply
TrussRod – 2-Way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover – Authentic 2-Ply Les Paul Custom
Control Knobs – Butyrate Black Top Hats
Switch Tip – Cream
Switch washer – Black
Jack Plate Cover – Black Multi-Ply
Control Covers – Black
Strap Buttons – Brass
Pickup Covers – Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel Silver

Electronics

Neck Pickup – 68 Custom Humbucker
Bridge Pickup – 68 Custom Humbucker
Controls – 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness with Black Beauty Capacitors
Pickup Selector-3-Way Switchcraft
Output Jack – Switchcraft

Miscellaneous

Strings.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case – Custom Shop Hardshell
Accessories – Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang Tags

About the manufacturer

Gibson

Gibson has long stood as a symbol of American craftsmanship and musical heritage, shaping the sound of rock, blues, and jazz for over a century. Founded in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1902, Gibson became legendary with instruments like the Les Paul, SG, and ES series, each known for their rich sustain, premium tonewoods, and iconic designs. The brand’s pioneering use of humbucker pickups and carved maple tops created the warm, powerful sound that defines countless classic recordings. Played by greats such as Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, and Angus Young, Gibson guitars continue to represent timeless quality, innovation, and a deep connection between player and instrument.

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