The gibson custom colour series les paul standard 50s returns to the timeless design that defined generations of guitar music now reimagined in a bold cardinal red finish. Staying true to gibsons golden era of innovation it delivers the familiar look feel and sound that players have relied on for decades. A solid non weight relieved mahogany body is topped with plain maple producing the rich sustain and tonal depth expected from a classic les paul. A rounded 50s vintage neck profile offers a substantial comfortable feel paired with a rosewood fingerboard trapezoid inlays and 22 medium jumbo frets. Calibrated burstbucker 1 and burstbucker 2 pickups loaded with alnico 2 magnets provide warm cleans dynamic crunch and expressive lead tones. Hand wired controls with orange drop capacitors ensure smooth response and tonal clarity. Finished with vintage style hardware and supplied with a gibson hardshell case it delivers iconic les paul character with standout custom colour appeal.