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Description
Step into the world of classic rock with the 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom. This iconic solid body electric guitar is a testament to Gibson's legacy of craftsmanship and sound excellence. Known for its remarkable sustain and rich tonal palette, the 1979 Les Paul Custom is a favorite among professional musicians and collectors alike. With its mahogany body and maple top, this guitar delivers a full-bodied sound that's perfect for any stage or studio setting.
The Les Paul Custom's dual humbucker pickups are designed to produce that legendary creamy, thick sound that defined a generation of music. Its ebony fingerboard provides smooth playability, making it ideal for both riff-heavy rock and nuanced blues performances. The vintage-style hardware not only adds to the guitar's aesthetic appeal but also ensures reliable tuning and intonation.
Whether you're a seasoned guitarist looking to expand your collection, or an aspiring musician seeking a reliable and versatile instrument, the 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom offers a unique blend of history and sound quality. It’s a piece of musical heritage that promises to inspire and elevate your playing experience.
Key Features:
- Mahogany body with a maple top
- Dual humbucker pickups for versatile sound
- Ebony fingerboard for enhanced playability
- Vintage-style hardware for reliable tuning
- Classic Les Paul design with timeless appeal
Videos
Chicago Music Exchange
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom White | CME Gear Demo
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom White | CME Gear Demo
Chicago Music Exchange
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom | Guitar of the Day
Normans Rare Guitars
1300th Episode of Guitar of the Day: 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom | Norman's Rare Guitars
Normans Rare Guitars
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom w/ Nick Mardon
Emerald City Guitars
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom Cherry Sunburst Demo
The Trogly's Guitar Show
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom "Black Beauty" Nickel Hardware guitar video up close review
Essex Recording Studios
1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom Natural | GuitarPoint Vintage Guitars
GuitarPoint
Buying My DREAM GUITAR! | 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom
Cole Townsend
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Gibson Les Paul Custom 'Silverburst' (1979-1980).
Setup and maintenance
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Top wrapping strings helps prevent contact with the bridge, offering a looser feel and avoiding bent bridge posts, common in older Les Pauls.
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Mods and upgrades
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Adding string barrels to the strings' ends prevents tight bends over the stoptail, a technique borrowed from Joe Bonamassa's tech.
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Build quality
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An original owner added stainless steel frets, and heavy use led to paint fading and wear on the 1980 Les Paul Custom.
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Features and functionality
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A convex blind spot mirror attached to the headstock is thought to reflect flash photography, adding a visual effect during performances.
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Adam Jones prominently uses a 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom Silverburst as his main guitar. The YouTube video by SENA, titled "Adam Jones: 1979 Les Paul Custom Silverburst," showcases him playing this iconic instrument, highlighting its integral role in his performances.
He used this guitar in the badmotorfinger era on songs like rusty cage as you can see in the video.
One of Chad’s main guitars is a Les Paul Custom in Silverburst. He plays it in Drop C.
It took me literally10 years to figure this out, but Tim actually has two Silverburst Les Paul Customs!
Throughout this video, Tim is using a 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom. It is V.O.S (Vintage Old Stock) which designates it as being a modern instrument built according to vintage specifications-most distinctively, the yellowed finish of the silverburst (for a detailed breakdown, check this video out)
If you pay attention, Tim has used both the regular Les Paul Custom (Example 1) and the 1979 Custom (Example 2). The differences are subtle: the 1979 Custom has more of a "teardrop" finish, whereas the modern Custom has more shading around the perimeter. Other than that, they sound exactly the same.
This guitar is shown at 3:00 into this video.
he shows off this guitar in this instagram post
In the No Division era his main Guitar was a wine red Gibson Les Paul Custom
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The Gibson Les Paul Custom 'Silverburst' (1979-1980) has been featured on the following albums:
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