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Step back in time with the Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960, a solid body electric guitar that pays homage to a pivotal era in music history. This iconic instrument is known for its vintage-inspired design, delivering both style and substance. Crafted with precision, the Les Paul Classic 1960 features a mahogany body and neck, paired with a maple top. This classic combination ensures a warm, full-bodied tone, perfect for rock, blues, and beyond.

Equipped with powerful Alnico II pickups, this guitar offers a dynamic range of sounds, from sweet, singing leads to gritty, aggressive rhythms. The slim taper neck profile provides a comfortable playing experience, making it a favorite among guitarists who value speed and ease of play. The inclusion of a rosewood fingerboard, adorned with trapezoid inlays, adds to its timeless aesthetic appeal.

Modern enhancements like the Tune-o-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece ensure precise intonation and tuning stability, while vintage-style tuners maintain the guitar's classic look. Whether you're performing on stage or recording in the studio, the Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 offers the quality and heritage that only Gibson can deliver.

Key Features:

  • Mahogany body and neck with a maple top
  • Alnico II humbucking pickups
  • Slim taper neck profile
  • Rosewood fingerboard with trapezoid inlays
  • Tune-o-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece
  • Vintage-style tuners
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2005 Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Electric Guitar

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2005 Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Electric Guitar

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2005 Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960 Honeyburst Classic.

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Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960

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Todd Beebe Music / Guitar Talk With Todd

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See how Keith Wallen uses Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960

Keith Wallen

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Breaking Benjamin

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"My main guitars I use on tour is a Les Paul Standard and a Les Paul Classic 1960 reissue and I run them through either a Soldano SLO 100 or a Soldano Hot Rod 50."

See how Erik Menteer uses Gibson Les Paul Classic 1960

Erik Menteer

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Blitzen Trapper

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in this official forums Q&A,Erik writes about his gear.

"My two main guitars right now are a 2005 Gibson Les Paul 1960's Classic and a Sear's Silvertone Silhouette from around 1964. I have the nut raised on the Silvertone for plaing slide and I switch between two open tunings. "

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