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Description

The Gibson Les Paul Heritage is a legendary electric guitar known for its rich history and exceptional craftsmanship. Designed for musicians who appreciate both innovation and tradition, this solid body guitar offers the classic Les Paul feel with modern enhancements. Its construction features a mahogany body with a maple top, ensuring a balanced tonal response that resonates with warmth and clarity. The neck is a comfortable fit for a variety of playing styles, making it an ideal choice for both lead and rhythm guitarists.

Equipped with Burstbucker pickups, the Les Paul Heritage delivers a versatile range of tones from smooth, creamy sustain to sharp, biting leads. The vintage-style tuners and Tune-O-Matic bridge provide reliable tuning stability and precise intonation, allowing for expressive play without compromising on sound quality. Whether you're performing on stage or recording in the studio, this guitar's outstanding sonic characteristics will help you stand out.

For those who crave that authentic Gibson sound and feel, the Les Paul Heritage is a timeless instrument that continues to inspire musicians across genres. Its attention to detail and high-quality components make it a worthy investment for both seasoned players and collectors alike.

Key Features:

  • Mahogany body with maple top
  • Burstbucker pickups for versatile tonal options
  • Comfortable neck profile
  • Vintage-style tuners
  • Tune-O-Matic bridge for tuning stability and intonation
  • Iconic Les Paul design and sound
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The First* Time A '59 Burst Was Reissued | 1981 Gibson Les Paul Heritage Series Standard 80 History

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The First* Time A '59 Burst Was Reissued | 1981 Gibson Les Paul Heritage Series Standard 80 History

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The Trogly's Guitar Show

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Chicago Music Exchange

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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 Heritage.

Build quality

  • The AAA flame top can appear quilted from certain angles, enhancing its visual appeal.

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  • The finish, described as a "Heritage Cherry Sunburst perimeter," is darker than typical cherry bursts, resembling an ice tea hue.

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  • The pink case is a nod to the classic 1950s Les Paul cases, adding a unique vintage touch to the guitar.

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  • Some Heritage series models from the '80s feature a one-piece neck and an ebony fingerboard, enhancing their playability and appearance.

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Features and functionality

  • The guitar weighs 4.1 kg, offering a substantial feel while maintaining playability.

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  • The guitar is equipped with Grover tuners and Mother of Pearl fret inlays, contributing to both its aesthetic and tuning stability.

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  • The metal shielding plate in the control cavity is a unique Norlin era feature, often lost over time, providing an alternative to a ground wire.

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  • The Bill Lawrence pickups in the Heritage series are praised for their astounding sound quality, comparable to T-Tops.

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User experience

  • Owners appreciate the guitar's inspection date coinciding with personal milestones, adding sentimental value.

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  • Some owners find a 3-inch wide strap essential for comfort due to the guitar's substantial weight, enhancing playability during longer sessions.

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  • Owners appreciate the Cherry Sunburst finish for being less common and more desirable than the Honeyburst.

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Comparisons

  • Some owners prefer the 60s neck profile over the 50s, despite having considered alternatives like Bourbon burst.

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  • The 1981 Les Paul Heritage Series is a heavier model, weighing approximately 13 pounds, compared to later weight-relieved models like the '84 Deluxe.

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  • The guitar's sustain and resonance are often highlighted, aligning with the tonal qualities of the original '59 Les Pauls it aims to emulate.

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See how Francisco Durán uses Gibson Les Paul Heritage

Francisco Durán

Singer, Guitarist

Los Bunkers

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Francisco Durán used the Gibson Les Paul Heritage primarily during the Barrio Estación tour, as seen in the 2009 performance at Plaza De Armas, Santiago, Chile, captured by Archivo Nacional on YouTube. Whether he recorded with it remains unknown.

See how Steve Miller uses Gibson Les Paul Heritage

Steve Miller

Guitarist, Singer

Steve Miller Band

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In thsi 2010 photo Steve can be seen playing a Gibson Les Paul Cherry Sunburst.

See how Adrian Vandenberg uses Gibson Les Paul Heritage

Adrian Vandenberg

Guitarist, Composer

Whitesnake

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It’s a Les Paul Heritage I bought new in 1980. I used to look through the window in guitar shops but they wouldn’t let me in because they knew I couldn’t afford it. I saved the money by working in factories and it’s been with me all over the world except when I was in Whitesnake. I took a train to Amsterdam to get that guitar and was extremely lucky because it’s unusual, with a very beautiful top. It has been relic’d by my own sweat and blood. I have other Les Pauls, but this one is my faithful mistress who gets better with age.

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