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Description
The Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty is a timeless masterpiece that blends vintage allure with modern precision. Celebrated for its rich, resonant tones and impeccable craftsmanship, this guitar is a staple in the arsenal of serious musicians. Its mahogany body provides a warm, full-bodied sound, enhancing the depth of every note played. The sleek ebony fretboard complements the elegant aesthetic while offering a smooth playing experience.
Equipped with Custombucker pickups, the Black Beauty delivers a classic, yet versatile sound palette, perfect for any genre. Whether you're laying down bluesy riffs or soaring solos, these pickups ensure clarity and power. The True Historic appointments add an authentic touch, making it not just an instrument, but a piece of music history.
Offered in configurations with two or three pickups, and available with or without a Bigsby, the Black Beauty caters to your specific playing needs and style. The guitar is available in both VOS and Gloss Ebony finishes, allowing you to choose the look that best suits your stage presence.
Key Features:
- Mahogany body for warm, resonant tones
- Sleek ebony fretboard for smooth playability
- Custombucker pickups for a versatile sound palette
- True Historic appointments for authentic vintage vibes
- Available in two or three pickup configurations
- Optional Bigsby vibrato
- Choice of VOS or Gloss Ebony finishes
Videos
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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 Black Beauty.
Features and functionality
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The 2009 Les Paul Customs are the last models to feature ebony fretboards before switching to Richlite, which was used until 2019 when Gibson returned to ebony.
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The headstock of a true '57 Reissue will have a serial starting with '7', which this model lacks, confirming its standard Custom identity.
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Build quality
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Les Paul Customs from the 70s include volutes on the neck, enhancing durability and reducing the risk of neck breaks.
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The back of the headstock repair often lacks a well-refinished appearance, raising concerns about the glue-up quality underneath.
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The Gibson Les Paul Custom Shop Black Beauty from 2008 features speed knobs instead of the top hat style, indicating it's not a '57 Reissue model.
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Use cases and applications
Value and pricing
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Post-2000 Les Paul Customs generally align in price with new models, often making them a comparable alternative for buyers.
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In the U.S., a similar model in pristine condition can be found for around $3,000, suggesting $3,500 for a repaired one is overpriced.
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A player’s grade 2008 model in worn condition is estimated around $2,500, showing depreciation due to cosmetic wear.
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User experience
5.0 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 22 Ratings
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This 57' Gibson LP is one of the few I'd love to have on My Rack. The first thing I'd have done to it is a Bigsby. ( a Neil Young thing I pick up working with Him years ago )
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Dave Konopka playing his custom black beauty.
In this live show of the "Humanoid City Live DVD" we can see Tom using this guitar. He started using this model since first concerts of Tokio Hotel.
Playing Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty in this photo.
In this picture you can see Ben playing a 1957 Black Beauty on stage
It’s the guitar that I pretty much record everything with, my 1960s Les Paul Custom Black Beauty, with three PAFs. It’s become my main workhorse guitar – it’s too posh to bring on tour, but when I’m in the studio it’s my main one. I don’t know what I’d do if something disastrous happened to it… actually, I’d probably just go and buy a Custom Shop reissue!
Bruno Major is seen with a Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty in an Instagram post, where he thanks Gibson for lending him the guitar during his time in America.
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A 3 pickup Gibson Black Beauty can be seen in this photo of Bob at New Warsaw Studio in 2016 when he was recording his Album 'Whose feet are these that are walking?'
Throughout the video you can see Kid Rock playing a Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty.
In a YouTube video by Olly Shrn titled "Jonas Brothers - S.O.S - Paris - 22/02/20," Kevin Jonas can be seen playing a Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty.
In this photo you can see Wyclef with a Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty.
In this pic you can spot the LP in the hands of George
Cruciaal in Kooymans uitgebreide gitaararsenaal is vanzelfsprekend ook de Les Paul die hij bespeelde op de originele opnames van 'Radar Love'. De song werd door George Kooymans ingespeeld met een zwarte Gibson Les Paul Custom. Deze gitaar is niets meer en niets min-der dan een waar museumstuk. Kooymans kocht de zwarte Paul in 1969 in Den Haag hij muziek-handel Servaas. Het was een tweedehandsje, maar niet zo maar een tweedehandsje. Voordat Kooymans hem kocht was de Gibson Les Paul Custom het eigendom van AndyTielman, één van de oerrockers van de Indorock en dus van de Nederpop. De gitaar legde Kooymans kennelijk geen windeieren, want nog hetzelfde jaar kreeg hij de Zilveren Harp van Conamus voor zijn solo-werk.
Album Usage
The Gibson Les Paul Custom Black Beauty has been featured on the following albums:
Healing (Shattered Heart)
Jonas Brothers & Kygo (2024)
Whose Feet Are These That Are Walking
Bob Lanzetti (2017)
Life Starts Now
Three Days Grace (2009)
Every Six Seconds
Saliva (2001)
Five Hundred Pounds
Big Sugar (1993)
Metallica (Remastered)
Metallica (1991)
En Beneficio De todos
Siniestro Total (1990)
Me Gusta Como Andas
Siniestro Total (1988)
De Hoy No Pasa
Siniestro Total (1987)
Bailaré sobre tu tumba
Siniestro Total (1985)
Ride The Lightning (Remastered)
Metallica (1984)
Kill 'Em All (Remastered)
Metallica (1983)
Radar Love
Golden Earring (1973)
Genre Usage
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