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Description
Bridging the golden era of rock with modern craftsmanship, the Gibson Black Beauty Custom Vintage is a masterpiece that every guitarist dreams of owning. Channeling the elegance and power of the original 1957 Les Paul Custom, this reissue brings historical accuracy and modern playability into perfect harmony. Its all-mahogany body creates a rich, resonant tone, while the iconic Custombucker pickups deliver the legendary humbucker sound with a modern twist.
Step back in time with the authentic 1950s neck profile, offering a robust feel and an ebony fingerboard that makes every note sing with clarity and precision. The classic gold-plated hardware provides a touch of luxury, while the meticulous craftsmanship ensures this guitar is not just a relic of the past but a workhorse for today's demanding musicians. Whether you're a collector or a performer, the Black Beauty Custom Vintage is a testament to Gibson's enduring legacy and innovation.
Encased in a Custom Shop hardshell and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, this guitar is as much a collector's item as it is a player's instrument. Feel the history, hear the tone, and let the Gibson Black Beauty Custom Vintage inspire your next musical journey.
Key Features:
- Mahogany body with an ebony fretboard
- Custombucker pickups for vintage humbucker tone
- Early 1950s neck profile with 22 frets
- Gold-plated hardware and vintage "tulip" tuners
- Tune-o-matic bridge with stop tailpiece
- Custom Shop hardshell case and certificate of authenticity included
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The 70s models include a volute, reducing the risk of neck breaks compared to earlier models.
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A poorly refinished back of the headstock can indicate a subpar neck repair, causing concerns about the glue quality and repair integrity.
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Between 1990-95, the regular USA line used the Norlin era font for the Gibson logo, which may confuse some buyers.
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Neck breaks typically reduce value by 30%-50% for newer models, making a $3,500 guitar worth around $1,800-$2,500 with a well-done repair.
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In the current market, an unbroken Les Paul Custom in excellent condition can be purchased for around $3,500, making a broken neck version overpriced at that amount.
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2003 USA-made Customs are valued between $2,700-$3,200, though listing at $3,600 allows room for negotiation.
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Steve can be seen playing a two-pickup Black Beauty Les Paul in the Genesis 1972 Belgian TV performance, specifically at 5:16.
In an Instagram post, Bruno Major can be seen with a Gibson Black Beauty Custom Vintage guitar, indicating its use during a recording session.
Gibson Black Beauty Les Paul Custom ’68 This was my first “real” guitar. I bought it when I was 14 years old with money that I had made from gigs with my first band (Yesterdays Souls) and loved it. This picture is from Korea with my band, “Rush”. That’s right, it was my band first! Later, I was living in Cambridge, Mass, going to Berklee and had left my apartment for an hour and a half one afternoon. When I got back, the Les Paul, along with my Sony television, stereo system, and a quarter oz. of you know what (it was the ’70s) were gone. Like I said, instruments choose you and sometimes you just have to let them go.
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"Recently tracked with my faithful 1982 Gibson Les Paul Custom. Still my favorite guitar of all time❤️. And.....very grateful to Nick Raskulinecz for letting me use his Gibson Les Paul Custom as well !! Nick has nicknamed this Black Beauty "The General"..........."Because all other guitars in the room salute when this one comes out of the case!" 😂🤘 @gibsonguitar @officialgibsongarage @gibsoncustom @officialnickraskulinecz @markagnesi @gueikian @gibson.lespaul.fanpage @douglasaldrichguitar"
Yodelice uses the Gibson Black Beauty Custom Vintage both on stage and in the studio, as seen in the photo from Google Images.
In a photo posted by Onci on Instagram, he is seen using a Gibson Black Beauty Custom Vintage. The caption suggests the photo is from around 13 or 14 years ago, approximately 2010.
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