Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1960 Les Paul Special Double Cut Reissue Electric Guitar in Pelham Blue

Name: Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1960 Les Paul Special Double Cut Reissue Electric Guitar in Pelham Blue
Brand: Epiphone
SKU: ECLSR0PENH1
Availability: InStock

£999.00

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Forming part of Epiphone’s ‘Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection,’ the 1960 Les Paul Special Double Cut is Epiphone’s take on one of the most desired and sought-after electric guitars of the 20th century. With its slab double-cut body shape with glued-in Mahogany neck and elegantly bound dark Rosewood fingerboard, the Gibson Les Paul Special has […]

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Description

Description

Featuring a plethora of premium appointments that truly take this Custom Collection Epiphone to the next level, this is a Les Paul Special built for those who care for every detail! From its USA-made Gibson soap bar P-90 pickups, CTS Pots with Bumblebee paper-in-oil capacitors, three on a plate white button tuners and historical accurate Aluminium wraparound bridge, along with its Vintage Gloss finish, the Epiphone 1960 Les Paul Special offers a Custom Shop quality workhorse tone machine that’s perfect for players at any stage of their musical journey.

Key Features

Vintage Accurate – The Inspired by Gibson Custom Vintage Gloss finishes offer Epiphones’ most vintage-correct aesthetics to date. Perfectly complemented by year-appropriate headstock shapes, logos and silkscreens, this collection is built for those who care about every detail!
Authentic Wood Choices – Featuring a Mahogany neck and body with a Rosewood fingerboard, the Epiphone 1960 Les Paul Special has the powerful sustain, bark and bite!
SlimTaper – Epiphone’s 1960s-inspired SlimTaper neck strikes the perfect balance of speed and comfort, perfect for rhythm and lead, up and down the fingerboard.
Gibson P-90 – Authentic early 50s Gibson tone full of raw dynamics and punch thanks to its duet of USA-made Gibson P-90 pickups.

Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection

The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection puts Gibson’s most acclaimed and celebrated designs and reissues into the hands of players at any stage of their guitar journey. Jam-packed with features that rival guitars way above their price points, this collection is built ready for whatever you need to throw at it! From its carefully selected wood choices, genuine Gibson USA pickups in combination with vintage-accurate Pots, Switches and Capacitors as well as their array of classic Vintage Gloss finishes, the Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection is the perfect choice for those seeking a budget-friendly instrument with a premium Custom Shop feel and authentic vintage tone!

Specifications

Body

Shape: Les Paul
Body Material: Mahogany
Binding: Single Ply Cream Fretboard

Neck

Neck Material: One Piece Mahogany
Neck Profile: ‘60s Slim Taper
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Frets: 22
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 1.69″
Scale Length: 24.75″

Electronics

Neck Pickup: Gibson USA P-90 Soapbar
Bridge Pickup: Gibson USA P-90 Soapbar
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (CTS Pots), Bumblebee Paper in Oil Capacitors

Hardware

Bridge: Historic Aluminium Wraparound with intonation adjustment screws
Tailpiece: N/A
Tuners: Epiphone Deluxe Three on a Plate, White Button
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Case: Hardshell Brown with pink interior with graphics

About the manufacturer

Epiphone

Epiphone has a proud heritage that stretches back to 1873, earning its place as one of the most respected names in guitar history. Known today as Gibson’s sister brand, Epiphone produces affordable yet high-quality versions of classic Gibson models like the Les Paul, SG, and ES-335, making legendary designs accessible to a wider audience. The brand’s instruments combine vintage charm with modern reliability, offering rich tone, solid craftsmanship, and great playability. From blues and rock to jazz and indie, Epiphone guitars are loved by beginners and professionals alike for delivering iconic sounds without the premium price tag.

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