Gibson Electric Les Paul Modern Figured Cobalt Burst
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Essential Information About the Gibson Les Paul Modern Figured Refresh Guitar
- Modern Comfort: Slim Taper neck profile for a quick and smooth grip.
- Optimized Ergonomics: "Modern" contoured heel for easier access to the higher frets.
- Reliable Hardware: Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece for solid tuning stability and sustain.
- Expanded Sonic Palette: Electronics designed to switch from warm tones to sharper attacks depending on the settings.
A Les Paul Designed for Today's Guitarists
The Les Paul Modern Figured continues the Gibson legacy while introducing player-oriented evolutions: neck comfort, access to the highest frets, and more contemporary feel. The goal is clear: maintain the Les Paul character (thickness, sustain, presence) with a more modern approach, suited to the needs of both stage and studio guitarists.
Who Is It For, and Which Styles?
This electric guitar targets intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a versatile Les Paul that remains comfortable during long sessions. It excels in rock, blues, hard rock, and pop, while staying relevant in fusion and alternative thanks to its adjustable settings and responsive dynamics.
Sound
The mahogany body delivers a dense and singing tonal signature, with emphasized mids and natural sustain that is part of the Les Paul DNA. The Tune-O-Matic bridge / Stop Bar tailpiece combination promotes precise attack and excellent vibration transfer, ideal for both punchy riffs and sustaining solos. Regarding the humbucker pickups, there is a balance between warmth, body, and definition, with great dynamic response at the guitar's volume control to shift from thick cleans to more biting distortion.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To complete your setup, a strap (standard size), a good quality 6.35 mm jack cable, and a stable guitar stand are simple and perfectly suited choices for daily use, whether in rehearsal or on stage.
Technical specifications
| Body Shape | Les Paul | Bridge | Nashville Tune-O-Matic in aluminum |
| Material | Mahogany | Tailpiece | Aluminum Stop Bar |
| Neck Material | Mahogany | Knobs | Black "Top Hat" |
| Profile | Slim Taper | Tuners | Grover Mini Rotomatic |
| Scale Length | 24.75" / 628.65 mm | Plating | Chrome |
| Number of Frets | 22 | Neck Pickup | 70s Tribute |
| Nut Width | 43 mm / 1.69" | Middle Pickup | 70s Tribute |
| Nut Material | Graph Tech | Controls | 2 volumes, 1 tone, and toggle switch (hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors) |
| Fingerboard Material | Indian Rosewood | Case | Hard case |
| Inlays | Acrylic dots | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Gibson Les Paul Modern Figured Cobalt Burst suitable for rock and hard rock?
This model is suitable for rock, blues, hard rock, and pop. Its 70s Tribute humbuckers deliver warmth and clarity, with a response well suited for both riffs and solos.
What is the neck profile and scale length?
The neck features a Slim Taper profile and a 24.75-inch scale length, i.e. 628.65 mm. The fingerboard is made of Indian rosewood with 22 frets, and the Graph Tech nut measures 43 mm.
Which pickups does this Les Paul Modern Figured have?
The electronics include two 70s Tribute pickups in the neck and bridge positions. Two volume controls, one tone control, and a toggle switch manage levels and tonal color. The wiring is hand-soldered using Orange Drop capacitors.
What bridge is installed on this Gibson?
An aluminum Tune-O-Matic Nashville bridge is paired with an aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece. This setup promotes precise attack and vibration transfer.
Is a case included with the guitar?
A hard case is included. The equipment is completed by Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners, chrome plating, and black top hat style knobs.
