Gibson Custom Les Paul Goldtop 1957 Reissue DarkbackVOS Double Gold CSHR
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A 1957 Icon Reinterpreted by the Gibson Custom Shop
A true tribute to the pivotal year that saw the rise of humbuckers on Les Pauls, this Goldtop recaptures the aesthetics and craftsmanship that shaped the sound of legendary recordings. The "Double Gold" finish and "Darkback" enhance the look of the early Goldtops while benefiting from the Custom Shop's manufacturing excellence.Who Is It For, and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a reference Les Paul for blues, rock, fusion, and jazz. Whether in the studio or on stage, its dynamic response, note sustain, and versatility allow seamless transitions from silky cleans to creamy overdrive without losing articulation.Sound Characteristics
The mahogany/maple combination delivers a full low-midrange and precise attack. The Custom Buckers (humbucking) capture the PAF spirit: smooth highs, expressive mids, and firm lows. The ABR-1 + stopbar setup maximizes vibration transfer for long sustain and rich harmonics. Traditional two-volume/two-tone wiring and a 3-position selector provide a palette ranging from vintage warmth to dense crunches, with excellent right-hand nuance sensitivity.Recommended Compatible Accessories
To preserve the instrument's spirit: nickel strings 10-46 (electric), Les Paul single-cut hard case, leather strap with sturdy attachments, electric guitar capo with consistent pressure. A secure support stand is advised for the nitro finish.Technical specifications
| Body | solid mahogany, "Darkback" finish | Tailpiece | stopbar |
| Top | solid maple, "Double Gold" finish | Hardware finish | nickel |
| Neck | mahogany, traditional 1957 profile | Pickups | 2 x Gibson Custom Buckers humbuckers |
| Fingerboard | rosewood, trapezoid inlays | Controls | 2 volumes, 2 tones |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 628 mm | Selector | 3-position switch |
| Fingerboard radius | 12" / 305 mm | Capacitors | Paper-in-Oil (vintage style) |
| Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69" | Finish | VOS (Vintage Original Spec) |
| Frets | 22 | Pickguard | not specified |
| Bridge | ABR-1 | Case | not specified |
Questions frequently asked
What tones do the Custom Buckers pickups on this Les Paul Goldtop produce?
The two Gibson Custom Buckers humbuckers deliver smooth highs, expressive mids, and firm lows, in the spirit of PAF pickups. The 3-way selector and two volume controls allow precise blending of the two pickups.
Is the Gibson Custom Les Paul Goldtop 1957 Reissue Darkback VOS suitable for blues and rock?
This model is suitable for blues, rock, fusion, and jazz repertoires. The mahogany/maple combination provides a dense low midrange and precise attack, suitable for clean tones as well as creamy overdrives.
What neck does this Les Paul 1957 Reissue have?
The scale length is 24.75 inches, or 628 mm, with a fretboard radius of 12 inches (305 mm). The nut width is 43 mm and the neck has 22 frets.
What bridge is fitted on this Goldtop Custom Shop?
An ABR-1 bridge is paired with a stopbar tailpiece. This configuration promotes vibration transfer and prolonged sustain.
Which strings and case are recommended for this Les Paul Goldtop?
Nickel electric guitar strings gauged 10-46 are recommended. A hard case for a single-cut Les Paul is suitable for transportation. A stand with secure support is advised to preserve the nitro VOS finish.
