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Description

Designed in collaboration with the legendary guitarist, the Gibson Slash Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar brings a harmonious blend of iconic craftsmanship and modern innovation. This solid body electric guitar is a tribute to Slash's enduring legacy, featuring a combination of classic design elements and signature appointments. With its smooth playability and powerful tone, this guitar is perfect for both seasoned musicians and aspiring players looking to channel their inner rock star.

The Gibson Slash Les Paul Custom emphasizes quality and performance with its hand-wired electronics, ensuring a rich and dynamic sound. The guitar is fitted with Slash's personal touch, including his signature humbucking pickups that deliver a high output and expressive tonal range. The mahogany body, complemented by a maple top, enhances sustain and resonance, while the slim-taper neck provides comfort and speed for intricate solos and riffs.

Whether you're playing on stage or in the studio, this guitar is versatile enough to handle a wide range of musical styles, from hard rock to blues. The Gibson Slash Les Paul Custom is more than just an instrument; it's a piece of artistry that inspires creativity and passion in every note.

Key Features:

  • Signature Slash humbucking pickups for high output and expressive tone
  • Mahogany body with maple top for enhanced sustain and resonance
  • Hand-wired electronics for a rich, dynamic sound
  • Slim-taper neck profile for comfortable playability
  • Includes a custom hardshell case and Slash's signature picks
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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 Slash Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar.

Comparisons

  • Slash pickups have more mid-range and sound modern, while Gibson pickups are described as having a more vintage tone.

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  • Slash models are said to have neck profiles similar to modern '50s style, thicker than Fender necks, which may not suit players with smaller hands.

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Features and functionality

  • Slash neck profile is a blend between 50's and 60's styles, offering a unique feel compared to standard Les Paul necks.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Some owners prefer installing Seymour Duncan APH-2 pickups over stock Slash pickups for better tonal clarity.

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  • One owner transformed their Slash Les Paul with gold hardware, Kluson Revolution tuners, and Fishman Fluence Modern pickups to achieve their ideal sound and look.

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User experience

  • Owners emphasize the importance of trying multiple guitars as individual Les Pauls can vary significantly in feel and connection.

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  • Owners frequently need to test multiple units to find a Slash Les Paul with a desirable top and feel, implying considerable variance between individual guitars.

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Use cases and applications

  • For those seeking classic rock tones, Alnico V pickups like T-types provide better clarity and trebles than Alnico II.

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Build quality

  • Some owners report inconsistency in the top's appearance, with AAA tops sometimes looking too flashy, resembling Epiphone models.

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Value and pricing

  • Limited edition Slash models do not seem to hold value better than standard Les Pauls according to market observations on platforms like Reverb.

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See how Slash uses Gibson Slash Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar

Slash

Guitarist

Guns N' Roses

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In this user-uploaded photo, Slash is pictured with his Gibson Slash Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar, highlighting his preference for custom Les Paul models.

See how Billie Joe Armstrong uses Gibson Slash Les Paul Custom Electric Guitar

Billie Joe Armstrong

Guitarist, Singer

Green Day

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"I mainly played a ’56 Gibson Les Paul Junior, but I also had a Slash model Les Paul, a Jimmy Page model Les Paul, and my ’59 ’burst."

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