What is a Gibson Les Paul Custom guitar?

Gibson Les Paul Custom is a variation of the Les Paul that adds distinctive visual details for a luxury aesthetic. Block inlays, gold hardware, ebony fingerboard, multi-ply binding and "split-diamond" inlay on the enlarged headstock combine to the signature "Tuxedo" look of this guitar.

Where are Gibson Les Paul Customs Made?

Gibson Les Paul Customs are all made in the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, USA.

Who plays a Gibson Les Paul Custom?

The Gibson Les Paul Custom has defined the sound a large number of incredible players, such as, Slash, Jerry Cantrell, James Hetfield, Zakk Wylde and many, many more.

What style of music does a Gibson Les Paul Custom suit?

A Gibson Les Paul Custom is capable of it all. From smooth, clean Jazz to crunchy, overdriven Heavy Metal the Gibson Les Paul Custom will handle it with ease.

Why are Gibson Les Paul Customs so expensive?

Gibson Les Paul Custom guitars are more expensive than the average Les Paul due to their additional features. The block inlays, gold hardware, ebony fingerboard and binding all contribute to a higher cost.

What's the difference between Gibson Les Paul Custom and Standard?

A Gibson Les Paul Custom is a higher-end, luxury variant of the Les Paul with a distinctive "Tuxedo" aesthetic. They are more expensive and have additional features to the Les Paul Standard model.

What gauge strings are on a Gibson Les Paul Custom?

Gibson Les Paul Custom guitars usually ship with .10-.42 gauge strings as standard.

What pickups are used on a Gibson Les Paul Custom?

Gibson Les Paul Custom can use a variety of different pickups depending on the specific model. Some models may feature Calibrated T-Type humbuckers or 490R/498T Humbuckers.