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For over 30 years Gibson Custom has proudly been the torchbearer of, not only Gibson’s legacy, but also American craftsmanship and the value of human ingenuity. We believe today, as we did 20 years ago, that there remains a place in this world for the best of the best and that there is a value in what we do that extends far beyond the glossy sheen and gratifying weight of a finely crafted Les Paul.Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.The 1968 Les Paul Custom stood apart from its 1950s predecessors in a few significant ways. Instead of a solid mahogany body, it now had a solid maple top on a mahogany back - adding the clarity and bite that many rock guitarists sought. It also came standard with two humbuckers as opposed to three, providing additional picking clearance. And lastly it had a 14-degree peghead angle for reduced string tension. This set of features instantly became the new standard for the Les Paul Custom model, which has been produced continuously by Gibson ever since. This 1968 Les Paul Custom Reissue was designed to be the final say in historical accuracy, tone and feel. Every detail and spec was meticulously revived by the skilled artisans at Gibson Custom Shop to provide an amazing, life-long vintage ownership experience.Other Features Include:Body Style Les PaulBody Shape Les PaulTop 2-Piece Figured Maple TopBack 1-Piece MahoganyBinding Multi-plyBody Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose LacquerWeight Relief NoneProfile Authentic '68 Medium C-ShapeScale Length 628.65 mm / 24.75 inFingerboard Material EbonyFingerboard Radius 304.8 mm / 12 inFret Count 22Frets Medium-JumboNut Material NylonNut Width 42.85 mm / 1.687 inEnd Of Board Width 56.89 mm / 2.239 inInlays Abalone BlockHeadstock Inlay Custom AbaloneJoint Long Tenon, Hide Glue FitFinish GoldBridge ABR-1Tailpiece Stop BarTuning Machines Kluson WafflebackPickguard Black Multi-PlyTruss Rod 2-way AdjustableTruss Rod Cover Authentic 2-Ply Les Paul CustomSwitch Tip CreamSwitch washer BlackJack Plate Cover Black Multi-PlyControl Covers BlackStrap Buttons BrassMounting Rings Black M69Pickup Covers Authentic Profile Gold-plated Nickel SilverNeck Pickup 68 Custom HumbuckerBridge Pickup 68 Custom HumbuckerControls 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness with Black Beauty CapacitorsPickup Selector 3-Way SwitchcraftOutput Jack SwitchcraftStrings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046Case Custom Shop HardshellAccessories Gibson Custom Switchplate Medallion (w/ Historic Black Plastic Cover in Case), Certificate of Authenticity Booklet, Historic Reissue Hang TagsLPC68PSL164819 lbs 7 oz402968For more information on this Gibson Custom Shop '68 LP Custom, please contact us.

The Gibson Les Paul is a solid body electric guitar that was first sold by the Gibson Guitar Corporation in 1952. With its distinctive tone and solid construction, it has become an iconic model in the music world.