Epiphone Les Paul Special DC 1960 Reissue TV White IGC IBGCS

An "Inspired by Gibson Custom" Reissue of a Coveted Classic

Born in 1955, the Les Paul Special established itself as the natural evolution of the Junior: the same straightforward spirit, but with more nuances thanks to two P-90s and more refined finishes. From 1958 onwards, the double cutaway (DC) version significantly improved access to the upper frets, and the 1960 model pushed ergonomics further with a slimmer neck profile and a design aimed at enhancing playing comfort.

This Epiphone Les Paul Special DC 1960 Reissue, developed in collaboration with Gibson Custom, follows this coveted formula while staying true to the fundamentals: mahogany, P-90s, wraparound bridge, and minimalist aesthetics. In TV White, it presents a timeless stage presence, blending elegance with a "garage rock" spirit.

Who Is This Les Paul Special DC 1960 Reissue For?

This Special DC targets guitarists who appreciate simple, responsive, and expressive instruments. The 60s SlimTaper profile is ideal for hands seeking quick playability: open chords, powerful rhythms, bluesy licks, and rock lines flow effortlessly. The double cutaway offers a real advantage when playing beyond the 12th fret, whether for melodies high on the neck, doubling parts, or more modern solos.

In terms of styles, the P-90s excel in blues, rock, punk, indie, garage, and even rhythm'n'blues when a sharp clarity is desired. Motivated beginners will find an inspiring and straightforward guitar, while intermediate and advanced players will appreciate its wide tonal palette via the pots and its very "alive" pick response.

Sound: The P-90 DNA, Between Bite, Warmth, and Dynamics

The Gibson Custom USA P-90 Soapbar duo gives this Les Paul Special DC an immediately recognizable sonic identity: thicker and rougher than a single coil, yet more open and grainier than a humbucker. The neck pickup delivers round, mid-rich tones, perfect for expressive cleans and creamy crunches. The bridge pickup adds bite, attack, and a sharpness ideal for highlighting rhythms and riffs.

The acoustic foundation also plays a key role: a solid mahogany body (without weight relief) promotes a strong low-mid presence, clear sustain, and a dense feel under the fingers. The wraparound bridge contributes to this direct response: notes start quickly, remain stable, and maintain a strong presence, especially appreciated in overdrive. The long neck tenon enhances vibration transfer, resulting in consistent projection and even attack across the neck.

The electronics are designed to respect the vintage character: 2 volumes, 2 tones allow fine sculpting of the balance between pickups, while the CTS potentiometers and Paper-in-Oil capacitors make the control sweep more usable. The result: you can go from a sharp sound to a softer grain without losing definition, and variations in playing intensity (attack, palm-mute, lighter fingerwork) are very well conveyed.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To accompany this solidbody, you can consider a universal guitar stand (practical at home or in the studio) as well as a standard guitar strap to secure standing play. A set of electric guitar strings will of course be suitable, with gauge choice depending on your tuning and touch. A hard case is not essential here, as the guitar comes with a hardshell case.

Technical specifications

Category	Single cut	Scalloped	Simple
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Color	White
Nbr of strings	6

Shape	Les Paul (double cutaway)	Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm
Type	solidbody	Nut	Graph Tech
Wood	mahogany	Bridge	wraparound
Finish	Vintage Gloss	Hardware finish	nickel
Binding	none	Tuners	Epiphone Deluxe (3 per plate) with white buttons
Weight relief	none	Plastics	black
Profile	60s SlimTaper C	Knobs	Black Top Hats
Joint	long neck tenon	Pickup covers	Soapbar
Fingerboard	rosewood	Neck pickup	Gibson Custom USA P-90 Soapbar
Radius	12" / 304.8 mm	Bridge pickup	Gibson Custom USA P-90 Soapbar
Frets	22 medium jumbo	Controls	2 volume, 2 tone
Inlays	pearloid dots	Selector	3-position toggle