Gibson Custom 60th Anniversary 1961 SG Les Paul Custom VOS in Classic White

£5,499.00

1961 was a landmark year for Gibson. The Les Paul got a radical makeover, introducing a sleek, double-cutaway, all-Mahogany body that would later become the legendary SG. This stunning Gibson Custom Shop recreation pays homage to those first Les Paul SG Customs, dripping with vintage vibe and premium appointments. From the elegant Custom-style cosmetics and […]

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Description

1961 was a landmark year for Gibson. The Les Paul got a radical makeover, introducing a sleek, double-cutaway, all-Mahogany body that would later become the legendary SG. This stunning Gibson Custom Shop recreation pays homage to those first Les Paul SG Customs, dripping with vintage vibe and premium appointments. From the elegant Custom-style cosmetics and gold hardware to the iconic Sideways Vibrola, this guitar oozes early-’60s cool while delivering the playability and tone that made these instruments timeless.

You’ll find an Authentic ’61 Thin Profile Mahogany neck for that fast and comfortable feel, Grover tuners for rock-solid stability, plus an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge for precise intonation. A trio of Custombucker pickups deliver that unmistakable PAF magic, wired up with CTS vintage-taper pots and Black Beauty capacitors for ultimate tonal control.

Key Features

  • Three Custombucker pickups: Capture the warm, articulate tone of vintage PAF humbuckers — perfect for everything from sweet cleans to roaring leads.
  • ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge: Enjoy rock-solid tuning stability and spot-on intonation, so your riffs and chords always sound their best.
  • Sideways Vibrola tailpiece: Add smooth, expressive vibrato to your playing — ideal for those subtle shimmers or dramatic dives.
  • Included hardshell case: Keep your investment safe and sound with a premium case that’s built to protect your guitar on the road or at home.

Specifications

Body

  • Body Shape: SG
  • Body Material: Solid Mahogany
  • Body Finish: Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)

Neck

  • Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
  • Neck Profile: ‘60s SlimTaper
  • Neck Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius: 12” (305 mm)
  • Position Inlays: Custom Block, Mother of Pearl
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Fret Size: Authentic Medium Jumbo
  • String Nut: Nylon
  • Nut Width: 1.69” (42.86 mm)
  • Scale Length: 24.75” (628.65 mm)
  • Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube

Hardware

  • Bridge: ABR-1
  • Tailpiece: Sideways Vibrola
  • Tuners: Grover Kidney
  • Pickguard: 1961 3-Pickup Long Guard, White
  • Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Gold Inserts
  • Hardware Finish: Aged Gold

Electronics

  • Bridge Pickup: Custombucker
  • Middle Pickup: Custombucker
  • Neck Pickup: Custombucker
  • Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 500K CTS Potentiometers, Hand-Wired Harness with Black Beauty Capacitors
  • Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
  • Output Jack: 1/4″ Switchcraft

Miscellaneous

  • Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity
  • Case: Black/Yellow Hardshell (Incuded)
  • Strings: 10-46

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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Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibration into an electrical signal, allowing the sound to be shaped through amplifiers and effects. Key things to understand include body shape, pickup type, neck profile, scale length and bridge design, as these all affect tone, feel and sustain. They are used across almost every modern genre, from clean and expressive to high-gain and aggressive styles, making them one of the most versatile instruments available.

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SG

The Gibson SG (Solid Guitar) is a rock icon with attitude. Introduced in the early 1960s, it took the Les Paul’s power and gave it a sharper, lighter, double-cut design for faster access to higher frets. Its twin humbuckers deliver raw, biting tone and endless sustain — perfect for everything from blues to heavy rock. Played by legends like Angus Young and Tony Iommi, the SG proves that simplicity, style, and sheer power never go out of fashion.

White

White describes a clean, classic finish commonly used on guitars, pedals, and amplifiers. It offers a timeless look that can range from bright and modern to aged or vintage-styled, pairing easily with a wide variety of hardware and designs while keeping a simple, uncluttered appearance.

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