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Description
The Les Paul Custom Bigsby B5 is a masterpiece for musicians who appreciate both the classic allure and modern versatility of electric guitars. This model is a nod to the iconic Les Paul design, marrying the traditional single-cut shape with the expressive capabilities of a Bigsby B5 vibrato. It’s perfect for players seeking that distinctive Les Paul sound with the added flair of vintage-style tremolo effects.
Crafted with a solid mahogany body, the Les Paul Custom Bigsby B5 ensures rich, warm tones that sustain beautifully, whether you're shredding solos or laying down rhythm tracks. The neck is constructed from mahogany as well, with an ebony fingerboard that offers smooth playability and a luxurious feel. The combination of these woods contributes to the guitar's characteristic full-bodied sound.
Equipped with high-output humbuckers, this guitar delivers powerful tones that cut through any mix, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of music styles—from blues to hard rock. The superior craftsmanship is evident in the intricate binding and detailed inlays, which enhance not just the aesthetics, but also the durability of the instrument.
Key Features:
- Solid mahogany body and neck for warm, rich tones
- Ebony fingerboard for smooth playability
- Bigsby B5 vibrato for vintage-style tremolo effects
- High-output humbuckers for versatile sound
- Classic Les Paul design with intricate binding and inlays
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Dave Simpson
2007 Gibson Les Paul Custom with Bigsby Tremolo
2007 Gibson Les Paul Custom with Bigsby Tremolo
Dave Simpson
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In, his interview with Vintage Guitar Magazine, John stated that his first Les Paul Custom was damaged by the airlines while touring with Creedence Clearwater Revival, as the neck broke in March of 1969. He took it to Oakland luthier Hideo Kamamoto, and had the neck converted to 3/4 scale and added a Bigsby B5, during the recording sessions for the “Green River” album in early April 1969, he then bought a second Les Paul Custom to leave stock for D-Standard tuning. Fogerty immediately stopped using his Rickenbacker 325 in the studio for standard tuning following the release of the Green River, replaced the Rickenbacker with his newly Modified 3/4 scale Gibson Les Paul Custom with the Bigsby B5 vibrato bar, for E Standard tuning. From Willy & The Poor Boys and onwards he recorded exclusively with his two Les Paul Customs, as he grew extremely frustrated with Rickenbacker’s poor tuning stability with the Bigsby.
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