Gibson Les Paul Special

Gibson Les Paul Special is a solid body electric guitar and was was originally released in 1955 by Gibson. This was a decade when many classic models were created; guitars that are still used and seen as influential to this day. Les Paul Special guitars are a sister-model to the Les Paul Junior and features a similar simplified design and mahogany slab-body. The main difference is the addition of a second P90 pickup, and therefore an extra pair of control knobs for the second pickup. The Gibson Les Paul Special offers the same blend of thick tones with a cutting edge, but increases versatility through the second pickup. Like the Junior, the Les Paul Special is beloved by punk, indie and rock players who value an iconoclastic sense of style.

The Les Paul Special stood out as a model due to the simplicity and straight forward playing experience that it offered. While it was originally introduced as a budget model, it soon found its place as a guitar chosen by many over better-known models. The single cut design was indeed the original shape but then in 1958 it was also produced in a double cut version.

Many may associate the Les Paul Special with the TV Yellow finish. The story goes that back in day when television was still in its infancy, white guitars wouldn't look right on screen if the studio lights bounced off them and a black guitar often didn't stand out enough. The solution was what is now known as TV Yellow. It has now become a classic and is a look that many guitarists are still drawn to. A number of colours are available here so regardless of what your preference is, there will likely be a colour for you.

A number of variations are currently available from Gibson. While they have certainly done justice to the originals, these guitars are equipped and ready for the modern player. They are extremely versatile making them a great choice for any player who plays more than one style. Having been used by Mark Knopfler and Johnny Marr at points during their careers, they certainly have a place in the heart of many guitar players.

Our Gibson Les Paul Special guitars come included with a guitar case.

Why Should I Choose a Gibson Les Paul Special Guitar?

• Timeless style
• Classic Gibson tone with a twist
• Ideal for those who want to plug in and play
• Gibson USA made quality throughout
• A classic design offering a simplistic approach to playing