Gibson Custom Les Paul SG Custom 1963 3-pickup W/ Maestro Vos Classic White CS HRC
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A 1963 Icon Revived by the Custom Shop
The last year of the "Les Paul" designation on the SG and the introduction of the Maestro Vibrola, 1963 marks a pinnacle in luthiery. This reissue recreates the contours, inlays, and manufacturing methods of the era to deliver an SG Custom with striking authenticity, down to the vintage-style electronics and "VOS" relic finish.
Who Is It For and Which Styles?
Designed for intermediate to expert guitarists, this SG Custom excels both on stage and in the studio. It effortlessly covers classic rock, electric blues, soul, funk, ambitious pop, and modern jazz, while remaining precise for rhythm parts and snappy for leads.
The Sound
The solid mahogany/ebony combination brings warmth, present mids, and a clear attack. The three non-paraffinated Custombucker Alnico III pickups deliver open dynamics, silky highs, and firm lows, with the typical transparency of PAFs. Vintage wiring, CTS 500K pots, and "Black Beauty" capacitors preserve clarity when rolling down the volume. The ABR-1 bridge focuses energy for long sustain, while the Maestro Vibrola adds subtle and musical vibrato, ideal for right-hand shimmer and singing phrase endings.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
- Electric string set 10-46 (original setup), perfect for the 24.75" scale.
- Electric guitar capo compatible with 12" radius.
- Lint-free microfiber cloth for the nitro "VOS" finish.
- Custom Shop case included for secure transport.
Technical specifications
| Material | solid mahogany | Hardware finish | gold |
| Profile | 1960 Slim Taper | Bridge | ABR-1 |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 628.7 mm | Tailpiece | lightweight aluminum stopbar |
| Fingerboard | solid ebony | Vibrato | Maestro Vibrola |
| Fingerboard radius | 12" / 304.8 mm | Tuners | Grover "Kidney" |
| Number of frets | 22 | Pickguard | white multi-ply |
| Frets | authentic Medium-Jumbo | Truss rod | authentic 1950s "No-Tube" |
| Nut material | nylon | Truss rod cover | authentic two-ply stepped |
| Nut width | 1.687" / 42.8 mm | Control knobs | black hats with gold inserts |
| Fingerboard end width | 2.24" / 56.9 mm | Selector tip | cream |
| Inlays | mother-of-pearl blocks | Selector washer | screen-printed cellulose acetate butyrate |
| Neck-body joint | long tenon, glued | Strap buttons | brass |
| Shape | double cutaway SG | Pickup rings | black M69 |
| Chambering | none | Pickup covers | authentic profile, nickel gold-plated |
| Finish | nitrocellulose "VOS" (period relic) | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sounds do the three Custombucker pickups of this SG Custom produce?
The three unpotted Custombucker Alnico III pickups deliver an open dynamic response, with silky highs and firm lows. The 3-way selector switch allows utilizing the vintage-style wiring configurations.
Is the Maestro Vibrola suitable for subtle vibrato effects?
The Maestro Vibrola is designed to provide subtle and musical manual vibrato, especially at phrase endings. The ABR-1 bridge and lightweight aluminum tailpiece contribute to energy transfer and sustain.
What is the neck profile of the Gibson Custom Les Paul SG Custom 1963 3-pickup?
A 1960 Slim Taper profile is combined with a 24.75-inch (628.7 mm) scale length. The fingerboard features a 12-inch radius and 22 Medium-Jumbo frets.
What finish does this SG Custom 1963 have?
The VOS nitrocellulose finish shows period-correct aging, complemented by gold hardware. A non-lint microfiber cloth is recommended for maintenance.
What accessories are provided or recommended with this guitar?
A Custom Shop case is provided for transport. A set of 10-46 electric strings matches the original setup, while a capo compatible with a 12-inch radius can be used.
