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Description
Crafted to embody Les Paul's vision of the ultimate guitar, the Gibson USA Les Paul Recording II is a masterstroke of innovation and classic design. This solid body electric guitar stands out with its unique low-impedance output, allowing musicians to plug directly into a mixing console for pristine recording quality. Originally designed to be Les Paul's personal "everything" guitar, this model offers a fascinating mix of vintage charm and modern versatility.
The Les Paul Recording II is all about tonal exploration. With its phase switch and coil tapping features, you can seamlessly shift between a rich palette of sounds—from classic humbucker warmth to bright single-coil clarity. The guitar's pickups, crafted for reverse winding and reverse polarity, ensure hum-canceling in single-coil mode, making it a perfect companion for both live performances and studio sessions.
Adding to its allure, the Les Paul Recording II includes a Bigsby vibrato tailpiece, offering expressive playability for those soulful bends and vibratos. This guitar is not just an instrument; it's a tribute to the legacy of a music legend, meticulously crafted to match the specs of Les Paul's original model. Whether you're recording in the studio or rocking out on stage, this guitar promises a sound and feel that’s as unique as its namesake.
Key Features:
- Low-impedance output for direct recording convenience
- Switchable hi-Z output for use with guitar amplifiers
- Phase switch and coil tapping for versatile tonal options
- Bigsby vibrato tailpiece for dynamic expression
- Faithful reproduction of Les Paul's original design
- Limited edition with only 600 units available globally
- Includes a hard case for safe transport and storage
Videos
The Trogly's Guitar Show
A Guide to the Recording Model | 2013 Gibson Les Paul Recording II "Reissue" Review, History + Demo
A Guide to the Recording Model | 2013 Gibson Les Paul Recording II "Reissue" Review, History + Demo
The Trogly's Guitar Show
Gibson Les Paul Recording 2013 - Manchester Music Mill
Manchester Music Mill
Reviews
5.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 4 Ratings
2423
one of the greatest Les Paul's I ever played
mine had angled mini humbuckers when I got it. there was a missing low z to high z option as it only played in high z. I love it and use it for writing most of the newer stuff I do.
Artist usage
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A Gibson Les Paul Recording with humbuckers. That's a photo that appeares in the Foo's website from the new video clip "run". You can also see that he uses this guitar in the clip itself.
Les Paul is pictured with the Gibson USA Les Paul Recording II, a guitar he designed, in an NPR archive photo.
Gibson: "Let’s talk guitars! Tell me about your main Gibsons."
John: "I have quite a few Gibsons. I have more Gibsons than anything else, for sure. I used a lot of Gibsons on the new record, and I always have on all of our records. Currently, the one I’m playing a lot is a reissue of the Les Paul Recording that came out a few years ago. It’s a 2013 model or something like that. I love that guitar. It’s so warm and even and awesome. You can do anything with it. It’s one of those guitars I feel is almost too nice to play every night, but we’ll see, because I’ll probably take it with me on tour this fall."
Used on High Country
In the video Seth Avett is playing a Gibson Les Paul Recording during The Avett Brothers' New Years Eve 2014/2015 concert for songs Auld Lang Syne and The Boys Are Back in Town.
Album Usage
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Genre Usage
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Used With
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